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Sunkist -- Yikes, Diet Vs. Reg Is Really Impt!

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celiac3270
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Hey,

First some background. Diabetes runs in my family. Grandpa on dad's side has it, uncle on dad's side recently developed it, etc. I have celiac and a family history of it, so I am trying to be careful with my sugar, now...so I drink diet Coke, diet Pepsi, diet Sprite. Fortunately I hadn't found diet Sunkist because I read on Delphi today that Sunkist is gluten-free, DIET Sunkist is not--modified food starch. Just goes to show--they're not just switching out sugar and aspartame and you always need to be careful. I was lucky not to be accidentally contaminated in this manner. I e-mailed Sunkist today just to make sure the diet really is off limits since the poster at Delphi had only seven posts and I'm not sure how recently this was checked, etc.

Just a reminder: NEVER ASSUME.

-celiac3270

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Hey,

First some background.  Diabetes runs in my family.  Grandpa on dad's side has it, uncle on dad's side recently developed it, etc.  I have celiac and a family history of it, so I am trying to be careful with my sugar, now...so I drink diet Coke, diet Pepsi, diet Sprite.  Fortunately I hadn't found diet Sunkist because I read on Delphi today that Sunkist is gluten-free, DIET Sunkist is not--modified food starch.  Just goes to show--they're not just switching out sugar and aspartame and you always need to be careful.  I was lucky not to be accidentally contaminated in this manner.  I e-mailed Sunkist today just to make sure the diet really is off limits since the poster at Delphi had only seven posts and I'm not sure how recently this was checked, etc.

Just a reminder: NEVER ASSUME.

-celiac3270

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Thanks for the advice, and I keep meaning to ask you something - Are you sure you're only 14????

Jnkmnky Collaborator
Jnkmnky
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He's not 14. He's an intelligent life-form from another planet here to help those of us with celiac disease. :ph34r:

jenvan Collaborator
jenvan
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Jnkmnky-

ha ha! that's awesome :P

skbird Contributor
skbird
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Well, you have to be [an intelligent life-form from another planet], if you are a "Super Advanced Community Member"!

Use the force, celiac3270!

Stephanie

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jenvan
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oh my gosh---i didn't even notice "Super Advanced Comm Member..." That's flippin' awesome! Maybe one day..... Hmm...I wonder what comes after that?

Mega Super Advanced

Hyper Super Advanced

Wicked Crazy Wack Super Advanced

:D

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Wow I just now noticed that....very cool...maybe I'll join you soon :D

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celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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I am 14...I will turn 15 on Jan. 21...but as of now, yes, I am 14, or to sound childish, but more precise, about 14 1/2, lol. :lol:

Ok, my experiment is complete. It took you guys about two weeks to notice that I had changed mine to be SUPER. I kinda was updating my profile thing and I accidentally stumbled across it and I thought it would be funny to make it SUPER...and also to see if anyone notices. I told Scott about it, though, and he told me to change it after so that he doesn't get people who are new changing it to advanced community member and the whole thing. So back it goes to the normal Advanced Community Member...

Oh, thanks for the compliments... :P

-celiac3270

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PicturePerfect
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Thanks for the advice, and I keep meaning to ask you something - Are you sure you're only 14????

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I told you celiac3270.. people think you are 30.. or another life-form. :lol:

Lisa

jkmunchkin Rising Star
jkmunchkin
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I was shocked when I found out you were 14. Not sure what you're like in person but you definately come off as much older and more mature than that on here.

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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Yeah... I'm pretty much the same on here as I am in person. I try to think of it as a good thing...just pass right over teenage behavior, lol :lol:

rma451 Newbie
rma451
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Hey,

First some background.  Diabetes runs in my family.  Grandpa on dad's side has it, uncle on dad's side recently developed it, etc.  I have celiac and a family history of it, so I am trying to be careful with my sugar, now...so I drink diet Coke, diet Pepsi, diet Sprite.  Fortunately I hadn't found diet Sunkist because I read on Delphi today that Sunkist is gluten-free, DIET Sunkist is not--modified food starch.  Just goes to show--they're not just switching out sugar and aspartame and you always need to be careful.  I was lucky not to be accidentally contaminated in this manner.  I e-mailed Sunkist today just to make sure the diet really is off limits since the poster at Delphi had only seven posts and I'm not sure how recently this was checked, etc.

Just a reminder: NEVER ASSUME.

-celiac3270

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celiac3270,

I too was surprised by your age.

but your point , DONT ASSUME. how true .

had read that ginger people were safe, bought a package, but because get sick for days did my own check good thing, this was their response

"although we believe ginger chews to be gluten free we can not guarantee it- they come from overseas. our only certified gluten free product is crystalized ginger."

wisdom beyond your years.

rosie

rma451 Newbie
rma451
Posted
Hey,

First some background.  Diabetes runs in my family.  Grandpa on dad's side has it, uncle on dad's side recently developed it, etc.  I have celiac and a family history of it, so I am trying to be careful with my sugar, now...so I drink diet Coke, diet Pepsi, diet Sprite.  Fortunately I hadn't found diet Sunkist because I read on Delphi today that Sunkist is gluten-free, DIET Sunkist is not--modified food starch.  Just goes to show--they're not just switching out sugar and aspartame and you always need to be careful.  I was lucky not to be accidentally contaminated in this manner.  I e-mailed Sunkist today just to make sure the diet really is off limits since the poster at Delphi had only seven posts and I'm not sure how recently this was checked, etc.

Just a reminder: NEVER ASSUME.

-celiac3270

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celiac3270,

I too was surprised by your age.

but your point , DONT ASSUME. how true .

had read that ginger people were safe, bought a package, but because get sick for days did my own check good thing, this was their response

"although we believe ginger chews to be gluten free we can not guarantee it- they come from overseas. our only certified gluten free product is crystalized ginger."

wisdom beyond your years.

ps sorry didnt realize this went through 2x. rosie

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PicturePerfect
Posted
Hey,

First some background.  Diabetes runs in my family.  Grandpa on dad's side has it, uncle on dad's side recently developed it, etc.  I have celiac and a family history of it, so I am trying to be careful with my sugar, now...so I drink diet Coke, diet Pepsi, diet Sprite.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Question: Does having Celiac mean you have a higher chance of getting diabetes?

Lisa

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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Yes--particularly untreated.

jams Explorer
jams
Posted

Did Sunkist reply to you yet? I had called them about regular Sunkist and they said that all of their products are gluten free. I'd like to know if that is different! <_<

Thanks!

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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Still haven't received a reply...I might send another e-mail today...

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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I got an e-mail about five minutes ago. This is so stupid...they didn't say anything...I'm writing back and kindly demanding an answer:

Mr. King,

Thank you for contacting us about the presence of gluten in our products. Consumer inquiries such as this are appreciated because they provide valuable feedback about our brands.

Gluten is a mixture of complex proteins found in the grain of wheat, barley, oats, rye, rice, corn, and other grains. Many soft drinks, including those produced by Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. contain high fructose corn syrup which is derived from corn and which may contain very small amounts of corn gluten. According to the Celiac Sprue Association, corn gluten is not of concern to people who have Celiac Sprue disease.

We encourage consumers with more specific questions about Celiac Sprue to contact the Celiac Sprue Association at www.csaceliacs.org or (402) 558-0600.

We appreciate your inquiry and hope you will continue to enjoy our soft drink brands. For more information about our company, please visit our corporate web site at www.dpsu.com.

Sincerely,

Consumer Relations

Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc.

1-800-696-5891

I am writing back as follows:

Hi,

I have been coping with celiac disease for years now, so I know how gluten affects the system physically and I know how to live a gluten-free lifestyle. I know about which support groups (such as the CSA, which you mentioned) exist and I know what gluten is. It is nice that you provide such information since it may teach some people a thing or two about Celiac and it proves that you know what you're talking about. Unfortunately, in this case, with the explanation, you forgot to answer my question. Could you please tell me whether Sunkist is gluten-free or not and likewise with diet Sunkist? Thank you very much for your time and effort.

brdbntL Rookie
brdbntL
Posted

celiac3270,

My daughter is type 1 and Celiac. I know it isn't diet sunkist, but diet Hawain Punch is gluten-free. It only comes in the red, but it nice for a change, even I like it.

Laura

Guest Lucy
Guest Lucy
Posted

I feel horrible... just horrible.....I feed my diabetic 2 year old diet sunkist all the time. I had no idea it contained gluten. I thought modified food starch only contained gluten if it was made outside of the us.

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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Nope, mfs is always questionable. Maltodextrin is always gluten-free in food in the US unless it says "WHEAT maltodextrin" but questionable ouside the US. Citric acid is also gluten-free in the US, but questionable outside.

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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I feel horrible... just horrible.....I feed my diabetic 2 year old diet sunkist all the time.

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From what I read, someone said it wasn't gluten-free. I haven't yet confirmed that it's not, though. Just hold off on it for now and we'll see.

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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I'm going to call them...I don't wnat to keep waiting like this. The hours are 9-6 ET (8-5 central) so I'll call and post back with the answer.

celiac3270 Collaborator
celiac3270
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Hmmm... I just called today--I FINALLY remembered to call during their hours. The woman immediately said that they are gluten-free--both regular and diet Sunkist. Maybe the person was talking about Canada? Or they used to contain gluten? Or the person was just plain wrong?

Anyway, resume drinking :lol:

-celiac3270

Guest Lucy
Guest Lucy
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I called too. Havn't been back on sight to post. It is definately gluten free. YEA!!!!!!!!!! I was feeling like a horrible mother. Now I feel alot better. :rolleyes:

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