Hawaiian Meatloaf, Gluten-Free Naturally

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Hawaiian Meatloaf

Serves 6-8 people

INGREDIENTS

1 Lb Hamburger

½ Lb Ground Pork

1 Onion, chopped

2 Eggs

1 Tsp Salt

¼ Tsp Pepper

1/3 Cup Chili Sauce (recipe below)

¼ Cup Crushed Pineapple, Drained

¼ Cup Chili Sauce (recipe below)

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350º

Meatloaf Pan or Baking Pan

In a bowl, combine the beef, pork, onion, eggs, salt, pepper and chili sauce and mix until well combined. Place into a loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160º.

In a small bowl, mix together the crushed pineapple and chili sauce and pour over the meatloaf and return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes. Allow the meatloaf to rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

For the Chili Sauce

INGREDIENTS

½ Cup Rice Vinegar

¾ Cup Water

½ Cup Sugar

5 Garlic Cloves, chopped finely

1 Tbsp Coconut Aminos

½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper, optional

2 ½ Tbsp Sriracha

4 Tsp Cornstarch

2 Tbsp Pineapple Juice

INSTRUCTIONS

In a small saucepan, add the first 7 ingredients and heat over medium heat while stirring, to dissolve the sugar. Increase the heat to medium high and bring it to a slow boil. Turn the head down to medium low and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.

Mix the cornstarch and pineapple juice into a smooth slurry and add this to the sauce as well. While stirring frequently, to prevent the sauce from burning at the bottom, simmer the sauce for a further 2-5 minutes while it thickens.

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Berry Christmas Pavlova, Gluten-Free Naturally

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BERRY CHRISTMAS PAVLOVA

From the British Baking Show

Serves 12-15

FOR THE PAVLOVA

6 large egg whites

1 3/4 cup Superfine Sugar

1 tsp White Wine Vinegar

1 tsp Corn Flour

FOR THE FILLING

1 1/4 cups Heavy Cream

1 tsp Vanilla

1/2 cup Confectioners’ Sugar, sifted

Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries

Pomegranate Seeds

Mint Leaves, to decorate

Confectioners’ Sugar, for dusting

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 300

Line a baking sheet with baking parchment and draw a circle on the paper, slightly smaller than the serving plate. Draw a 2nd circle about 3 inches smaller inside.

Put six egg whites into a mixing bowl and whisk with an electric whisk until they look like clouds. Gradually add the sugar a little at a time, whisking on maximum speed until they are stiff and glossy. Mix the vinegar and corn flour in a cup until smooth, then stir into the bowl.

Spoon the meringue between the 2 circles on the baking parchment, to make a wreath shape. Using a large spoon make a trench in the meringue for the cream and fruit to sit in. Slide into the oven, then immediately reduce the temperature to 250 and bake for 1 hour – 1 hour 15 minutes. Turn the oven off and leave the pavlova inside for an hour or overnight.

To assemble, whip the cream, vanilla & icing sugar until just stiff. Spoon the cream into the trench in the meringue. Arrange the strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and pomegranate on top and decorate with a few mint leaves, if using. To serve, dust with icing sugar and cut in wedges.

The pavlova can be made up to 1 month ahead and stored: wrap it in cling film and then foil and keep in a cool place.

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Gluten-Free Beers & Alcohol

 Gluten-Free Beers & Alcohol

Updated August 18, 2020 (original 02/20/2015)

Gluten-Free Beer
In the United States, products labeled Gluten-Free must not contain or be made from wheat, rye or barley. That means many beers cannot be labeled Gluten-Free. Beers made with Gluten-Free ingredients and are Gluten-Free and can be labeled Gluten-Free.

Gluten-Removed Beer
A number of beers are treated with enzymes to break down gluten. These beers are typically filtered to remove any stray proteins. Such beers can be labeled Gluten-Free in EU, but not in Canada or the US. The current consensus is that Gluten-Removed beers are not yet safe for those with Celiac Disease.

Naturally Gluten-Free Beers
Anheuser-Busch Redbridge
Bard's Gold
Bard's Tale Beer
Brasserie Dupont Forêt Libre
Brasseurs Sans Gluten Glutenberg Blanche
Brunehaut Bio Ambrée
Brunehaut Blonde Bio
Brunehaut Blanche
Burning Brothers Brewing
Coors Peak
Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales: Tweason'ale
Departed Soles Brewing Company
Drummond Gluten Free
Epic Brewing Company: Glutenator
Ghostfish Brewery
Glutenberg American Pale Ale
Glutenberg Blonde
Glutenberg Belgian Double
Glutenberg India Pale Ale
Glutenberg Rousse
Green's Discovery Amber Ale
Green's Endeavour
Green's Enterprise Dry-Hopped Lager
Green's India Pale Ale
Green's Quest Tripel Blonde Ale
Ground Breaker Corsa Rose Gold Ale
Ground Breaker IPA No. 5
Ground Breaker Dark Ale
Holidaily Brewing Company
Ipswich Ale Brewery: Celia Saison
Joseph James Brewing Fox Tail
Lakefront New Grist Ginger Style Ale
Lakefront New Grist Pilsner Style
Minhas Lazy Mutt Gluten Free
Mongozo Premium Pilsener
New Planet Belgian Style Ale
New Planet Blonde Ale
New Planet Pale Ale
New Planet Raspberry Ale
New Planet Seclusion IPA
New Planet Tread Lightly Session Ale
Nickel Brook Gluten Free
Nouvelle France La Messagère
Nouvelle-France Messagère Aux Fruits
Nouvelle-France Messagère Red Ale
Schnitzer Bräu Hirse Lemon
Schnitzer Bräu Hirse Premium
Sprecher Brewing Company's Shakparo Ale
Steadfast Beer Gluten-Free Blonde and Pale Ales
Steadfast Beer Company's Oatmeal Cream Stout
To Øl Reparationsbajer Gluten Free
Whistler Forager

Gluten-Removed Beers
Alley Kat Scona Gold Kölsch
Brunehaut Bio Tripel
Estrella Damm Daura
Estrella Damm Daura Marzen
Lammsbräu Glutenfrei Lager Beer
Mikkeller American Dream Gluten Free
Mikkeller Green Gold Gluten Free
Mikkeller I Wish Gluten Free IPA
Mikkeller Peter, Pale and Mary Gluten Free
New Belgium Glutiny brand Golden and Pale Ales
Short's Brewing Space Rock
Stone Delicious IPA
Sufferfest Brewing Company Pale Ale and Lager
Widmer Omission Lager
Widmer Omission IPA
Widmer Omission Pale Ale
Wold Top Against The Grain
Wold Top Marmalade Porter
Wold Top Scarborough Fair IPA

Gluten-Free Hard Cider
Most ciders are fermented from apples or other fruits. Most are safe; however, some add barley for enzymes and flavor. Read labels!

Gluten-Free Hard Cider
Ace Ciders
Angry Orchard
Blue Mountain Cider Company
Blackthorn Cider
Bulmer's Hard Cider
Crispin Cider (including Fox Barrel products)
Gaymer Cider Company
Harpoon Craft Cider
J.K. Scrumpy's Organic Hard Cider
Lazy Jack's Cider
Magner's Cider
Newton's Folly Hard Cider
Original Sin Hard Cider
Spire Mountain Draft Cider
Strongbow Cider
Stella Artois Apple and Pear Hard Cidre
Woodchuck
Woodpecker Cider

Is Wine Gluten-Free?
All wines, including brandy, champagne, cognac, port wine, sherry, and vermouth are safe for someone with Celiac Disease. Wines aged in wood barrels have been shown to be Gluten-Free and safe for those with Celiac Disease, but may be troublesome to those with Wheat Allergies.

Distilled Spirits
Distillation removes gluten proteins from the final product, and starting 9/14/2020 distilled alcohols can be labeled ‘Gluten-Free’ no matter their source. That means all distilled spirits are technically Gluten-Free. However, some people with Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity have adverse reactions to spirits distilled from wheat, barley or rye. Many people with Celiac Disease have no problems at all with such spirits. The best advice we can give is to trust your gut. Avoid eating or drinking things that upset your stomach. However, unless they have added gluten ingredients, such spirits do not contain gluten, and are safe to drink. If you tolerate them well, you can be comforted by the fact that they are likely just as safe as spirits made from Gluten-Free ingredients and labeled 'Gluten-Free.’

Gluten-Free Distilled Alcohols
Unless gluten is added after distillation, all distilled alcohols are free of gluten. However, US labeling laws prohibit beverages that use cereal grains at any point in the manufacturing process from advertising themselves as 'Gluten-Free.' So, when you do see a 'Gluten-Free' label on a distilled beverage, it means that no gluten ingredients have been used at any point in the production process.

Is Gin Gluten-Free?
Most gins are made with Gluten-Containing cereal grains. The final distilled product does not contain gluten, but cannot be advertised or labeled as Gluten-Free. Many people with Celiac Disease choose to avoid these beverages, while many others drink them with no adverse effects.

Gluten-Free Gin
Cold River Gin—distilled from potatoes
Brands of Standard Gin
Aviation American Gin
Beefeater
Bombay
Bombay Sapphire
Boodles British Gin
Booth's Gin
Gordon's
Leopolds Gin
New Amsterdam Gin
Seagram's
Tanqueray

Is Rum Gluten-Free?
Distilled from sugar cane, most rum is Gluten-Free and safe for someone with Celiac Disease. Beware of pre-made drink mixes, such as those intended for piña coladas- many of these contain gluten ingredients as flavoring.

Gluten-Free Rum
Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum
Bacardi—only Gold, Superior, 151, and flavored
Bayou Rum
Bundaberg Rum
Captain Morgan Rum
Cruzan Rum
Malibu Rum
Montanya Distillers
Mount Gay Rum
Meyer's Rum

Is Sake Gluten-Free?
Sake is fermented with rice and Koji enzymes. The Koji enzymes are grown on Miso, which is usually made with barley. The two-product separation from barley, and the manufacturing process should make it safe for someone with Celiac Disease.

Is Tequila Gluten-Free?
Distilled from the agave cactus, all 100% agave tequilas are Gluten-Free and safe for someone with Celiac Disease.

Gluten-Free Tequila
1519 Tequila
1800 Tequila
Cabo Wabo
Casamigos
Cazadores
Chimayo
Don Julio
El Jimador
Herradura
Hornitos
Jose Cuervo
Patrón
Sauza

Is Vodka Gluten-Free?
Vodkas distilled from potatoes, Gluten-Free grains or other Gluten-Free ingredients contain no gluten ingredients and can be labeled as Gluten-Free.

Naturally Gluten-Free Vodka
Broken Shed Vodka
Corn Vodka—Deep Eddy, Nikolai, Rain, Tito's, UV
Grape Vodka—Bombora, Cooranbong
Potato Vodka—Boyd & Blair, Cirrus, Chase, Chopin, Cold River Vodka, Cracovia, Grand Teton, Karlsson's, Luksusowa, Monopolowa, Schramm Organic, Zodiac
Rice Vodka—Kissui
Sugar Cane—Downunder, DOT AU

Many types of vodka are made with Gluten-Containing cereal grains. The final product does not contain gluten, but cannot be advertised or labeled as Gluten-Free. Many people with Celiac Disease choose to avoid these beverages, while many others drink them with no adverse effects.

Vodkas distilled from cereal grains
Barley Vodka—Finlandia
Grain Vodka—Absolwent, Blavod, Bowman's, Fleischmann's, Orloff, Polonaise, SKYY, Smirnoff, Stolichnaya,
Wheat Vodka—Absolut, Bong Spirit, Danzka, Grey Goose, Hangar One, Ketel One, P.i.n.k Vodka
Rye Vodka—Belvedere, BiaÅ‚a Dama, Platinka, Sobieski, Starka, Wisent, Wyborowa, Xellent Swiss, Å»ubrówka

Gluten-Free Whiskey
Nearly all whiskeys are made with Gluten-Containing cereal grains. The final product does not contain gluten, but cannot be advertised or labeled as Gluten-Free. Many people with Celiac Disease choose to avoid whiskey, while many others drink it with no adverse effects.

Gluten-Free Whiskey
Queen Jennie Whiskey, by Old Sugar Distillery is made entirely from sorghum
Gold Spur Corn Whiskey by Cowboy Country Distilling is made with corn, millet and oats

Whiskeys Distilled from Cereal Grains
Bourbon—Benjamin Prichard's, Booker's, Buffalo Trace, Jim Beam, Early Times, Ezra Brooks, Jefferson's Bourbon, Knob Creek, Makers Mark, Old Crow, Old Forester, Old Grand-Dad
Canadian Whiskey—Alberta Premium, Black Velvet, Canadian Club, Crown Royal,
Tenesse Whiskey—Jack Daniels, George Dickel.
Irish Whiskey—Bushmills, Jameson, Kilbeggan, Redbreast, Tullamore Dew
Japanese Blended Whiskey—Hibiki, Kakubin, Nikka,
Japanese Single Malt Whiskey—Hakushu, Yamazaki, Yoichi
Rye Whiskey—Alberta Premium, Bulleitt
Scotch Whiskey Blends—Ballentine's, Bell's, Black Grouse, Chivas Regal, Cutty Sark, Dewar's, Famous Grouse, Johnnie Walker, Teacher's, Whitehorse
Scotch Whiskey Single Malts—Bowmore, Glenfiddich, Glen Grant, The Glenlivet, Glenmorangie, Highland Park, Knockando, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Macallan, Monkey Shoulder, Singleton, Talisker
Taiwanese Whiskey—Kavalan Classic

Are Wine Coolers Gluten-Free?
Most wine coolers are made from barley products, and so contain gluten. There are a few exceptions.

Gluten-Free Wine Coolers
Bartle & Jaymes - all EXCEPT malt beverages
Boones - all EXCEPT malt beverages

Other Gluten-Free Alcoholic Brews, Wines and Spirits
Brandy
Campari
Champagne
Cognac—made from grapes
Cointreau
Grappa
Jaegermeister
Midori
Prosecco
Khalua Coffee Liquer
Kirschwasser (cherry liqueur)
Old Deadly Cider
Sambuca
Vermouth

Gluten-Free Drink Mixes
Club Extra Dry Martini (corn & grape)
Club Vodka Martini (corn & grape)
Coco Casa and Coco Lopez Brands: Cream of Coconut
Jose Cuervo Brand: Margarita Mix and All Jose Cuervo Blenders
Master of Mixes Brand: Tom Collins, Whiskey Sour, Strawberry Daiquiri, Sweet & Sour Mixer, and Margarita Mix
Mr. & Mrs. T—Except Bloody Mary Mix
TGI Friday's Brand: On The Rocks, Long Island Ice Tea, Margarita, Mudslide, Pina Colada, and Strawberry Daiquiri.
TGI Friday's Club Cocktails including: Gin Martini, Manhattan, Screwdriver, Vodka Martini, and Whiskey Sour mix.

Other Gluten-Free Beverages Mixes & Cooking Alcohol
Club Tom Collins—made with corn
Diamond Jims Bloody Mary Mystery
Holland House - all EXCEPT Teriyaki Marinade and Smooth & Spicy Bloody Mary
Mixes
Mead—made from honey
Mistico: Jose Cuervo Mistico—agave and cane
Ouzo - made from grapes and anise
Spice Islands - Cooking Wines - Burgundy, Sherry and White

NOTE: Godiva products contain gluten as do Smirnoff FMB's, Twisted V, and Smirnoff Ice

Additives Are Sometimes Used in Alcohols/Spirits
Certain spirits use chemical additives and preservatives such as glycerin to create a specific ‘mouth feel’ and texture in an alcoholic beverage. Propylene glycol is used in foods and spirits, and although these ingredients are Gluten-Free, some people do have allergic reactions to them. Sulfites are often added to red wines, and many people are allergic to them.

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Guacasalsa Dip, Gluten-Free Naturally

Naturally Gluten-Free Dips

GUACASALSA DIP

INGREDIENTS

1 Can Corn, drained

1 Can Black Beans, drained & rinsed

1 Medium Onion, diced

2 Large Tomatoes, diced

2 Avocados, diced

1 Fresh Lemon, juiced

2 Cloves Garlic, Smashed & Diced

Sea Salt & Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS 

Glass Storage Container

Toss everything into a bowl, mix well and refrigerate overnight. Serve chilled or room temperature with chips or crackers. Store the Guacasalsa in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator to use as needed.

NOTE: Always read labels carefully

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Asparagus & Chicken Stir Fry, Gluten-Free Naturally

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ASPARAGUS & CHICKEN STIR FRY

W/Baby Carrots

Serves 2-3 people

INGREDIENTS

1 Garlic Clove, Minced, divided

½ Tsp Ground Ginger, divided

½ Tbs Coconut Aminos

½ Tbs Sugar

½ Tsp Salt

1 Tbs Cornstarch, divided

½ Tbs Red Wine Vinegar

¾ Lb Boneless Chicken Breast, thin sliced, cut into strips

½ Cup Chicken Broth

1 Tbs Vegetable Oil, divided

½ Bunch Asparagus, chopped, 1-inch pieces

4 Scallions, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

In bowl mix half the garlic & ginger, all the soy sauce, sugar, ½ tsp cornstarch, ½ tsp salt, and vinegar. Toss with chicken strips and marinate at room temperature for 15 mins. Meanwhile, mix remaining cornstarch with the broth. Heat ½  tbs of oil in a large skillet over high and add asparagus, scallions, remaining garlic & ginger. Stir-fry until asparagus is bright green. Lower heat to medium and add 2 tbs water and cover. Cook until asparagus in tender but still crisp, about 3-5 mins. Remove from heat, pour off any remaining water, and tip into serving bowl. Return skillet to heat on high, then add remaining oil. Add chicken and stir-fry until cooked through & browned (internal temp of 165 degrees), about 3 to 5 mins. Return asparagus/scallions to skillet and toss to heat through. Stir in broth/cornstarch mixture and bring to a full boil to thicken. Remove from heat and serve.

Baby Carrots

8 oz baby carrots

Cook carrots over simmering water for about 10 mins until tender.

NOTE: Always read labels carefully

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Taco Spice Mix, Gluten-Free Naturally

 

Naturally Gluten-Free Spice Mixes

TACO SPICE MIX

INGREDIENTS
 
¼ Cup Chili Powder
3 Tbsp Dried Minced Onion
1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
2 ½ Tsp Salt
2 Tsp Dried Oregano
2 Tsp Ground Cumin
1 ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper
1 Tsp Ground Coriander
 
DIRECTIONS
Air-Tight Storage Container w/Shaker Lid
 
Measure all ingredients into an air-tight storage container and shake well.  

Label and store in a cool, dry space away from sunlight.
 
To use:
Add 1/4 cup mix and 3/4 cup water to 1 lb ground meat

NOTE: Always read labels carefully

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Portuguese Chicken, Gluten-Free Naturally

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PORTUGUESE PERI PERI CHICKEN W/POTATOES

Makes 6 services

INGREDIENTS

1 Chicken, cut-up

1 ½ Lbs Potatoes, sliced into rounds

Sea Salt to taste

Marinade

2 Dried Ancho Chilies, re-hydrated

2 Tbls Smoked Paprika

6 Cloves Garlic, crushed

1 Tsp Coriander

¼ Cup Red Wine Vinegar

¼ Cup Olive Oil

1 Tbl Sea Salt

½ Tsp Pepper

Cilantro Sauce

1 Cup Plain Yogurt

1 Bunch Cilantro, chopped

½ Tsp Sea Salt

½ Tsp Coriander

Pepper to taste

1 Tbl Lemon Juice

1 Tbl Olive Oil

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 400 F

Large rimmed baking pan

Rehydrate dried chilies by placing them into small pot of boiling water. Turn off the heat and allow the chilies to set for 10-20 minutes.

Place the chilies, paprika, garlic, coriander, vinegar, olive oil, salt & pepper in a bowl and blend until smooth with a stick blender.  Brush a layer of marinade on the bottom of a large, rimmed, sheet pan. Place the potato rounds on top of the marinade overlapping slightly but not too much, and sprinkle with salt.  Place the chicken, skin side up, on top of the potatoes and brush with the marinade. Turn the chicken over, skin side down, brush with the marinade and place in the hot oven. Set the remaining marinade aside to be used later and set a timer for 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, turn the chicken over and brush all of the remaining marinade on the skin side. Return to the oven and bake until cooked through another 15-20 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 F.  To crisp the skin and get it deeply brown, broil for a few final minutes.

Serve the Peri Peri Chicken with this cooling Cilantro Yogurt Sauce. While chicken is roasting, combine yogurt, cilantro, coriander, lemon juice, olive oil, salt & pepper together in a tall bowl, using the stick blender to mix. 

NOTE: Always read labels carefully

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Chocolate Drop Cookies, Vintage Recipe

Naturally Gluten-Free Cookies

CHOCOLATE DROP COOKIES

Vintage Recipe

 

INGREDIENTS

 

½ Cup Butter

2 Cup Sugar

½ Cup Milk

7 Tbls Cocoa

3 Cup Rolled Oats

1 Cup Coconut

1 Tsp Salt

1 Tsp Vanilla

 

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven 350F

Large cookie sheet lined with parchment paper

 

In double boiler on top of stove, combine butter and sugar until melted.  Add milk and cocoa and heat until simmering.  Remove from heat and set aside.  In separate bowl combine rolled oats, coconut, salt and vanilla.  Pour hot liquid over everything and mix thoroughly.  Use a medium cookie scoop or teaspoon to portion out the dough on parchment paper and let cool.  Store in your favorite cookie jar.   

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10 Celiac and Gluten Myths Busted

10 Celiac and Gluten Myths Busted

MYTH #1: If you have Celiac Disease or Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity, you have stomach issues.

FACT: Gastrointestinal symptoms are common with these conditions but some people have little or no GI problems—even when there is damage to the lining of their small intestine.

MYTH #2: A few crumbs of gluten won’t hurt you.

FACT: For those with Celiac Disease, even a few crumbs of gluten are harmful. For most, a safe level of gluten is under 20 parts per million.

MYTH #3: It’s okay to try the Gluten-Free Lifestyle without doing any diagnostic testing first.

FACT: Doctors recommend that individuals get tested for Celiac Disease before they begin the Gluten-Free Lifestyle. Once you’ve started the Gluten-Free Lifestyle, a blood test won’t be able to detect Celiac antibodies. This means test results aren’t reliable and you won’t know for sure whether or not you have Celiac Disease.

MYTH #4: Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity is caused by gluten.

FACT: Experts aren’t sure. The term gluten sensitivity refers to individuals who don’t have Celiac Disease but whose symptoms improve while living Gluten-Free. But gluten might not be to blame; it could be a different component of wheat.

MYTH #5: If you take a gluten-digesting aid before a meal, it’s OK for someone with Celiac to eat some gluten.

FACT: Certain supplements - such as GlutenEase, Gluten Digest and Gluten Freeze - contain an enzyme that can aid in digesting gluten but these should only to be used in addition enjoying a strict Gluten-Free Lifestyle.

MYTH #6: Spelt is an ancient grain that is naturally Gluten-Free.

FACT: Spelt is a form of wheat and it is not Gluten-Free.

MYTH #7: If you test positive for Celiac Genes, you have Celiac Disease.

FACT: The genes HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8 appear to be necessary to develop Celiac Disease. However, these genes are present in about 30 to 40 percent of the general population and only a small fraction develops Celiac.

MYTH #8: The Gluten-Free Lifestyle helps you lose weight.

FACT: Many Gluten-Free processed foods (cookies, muffins and other treats) are made with rice flour, tapioca starch and potato starch, which are low in vitamins, minerals and fiber. In addition, many Gluten-Free packaged items contain more calories per serving than their wheat-filled counterparts.

MYTH #9: You can’t have Celiac Disease if you’re overweight.

FACT: Underweight, overweight, anyone can have Celiac. People with Celiac Disease come in all shapes and sizes. It’s possible for an overweight or even an obese person to develop Celiac Disease.

MYTH #10: Gluten can be absorbed through the skin.

FACT: There is no evidence that this is the case. In order for gluten to trigger inflammation, it has to be ingested.  Items like lipstick, lip gloss, chap stick, even toothpaste should be Gluten-Free. Topical products containing gluten, such as shampoo, should be safe, as long as they're not ingested. Some individuals with Celiac Disease or Gluten Sensitivity are sensitive to topical gluten and develop a skin or scalp rash or inflammation upon contact. These people should avoid personal care products that contain gluten.

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