<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> On April 13, Sue Goldstein wrote: > I'm down to checking out my lipstick... And well you should. Many of them use oat gum. Watch out for lip balms and even face powders. Contact with the skin is not normally a problem, but anything applied on or near the mouth has a tendency to get into the mouth... Other things to watch out for: -- Crumbs: Make sure the counter is carefully wiped before preparing gluten-free food. Also, make sure there are no crumbs in the margarine or other condiments from non-GF household members. -- Toasters: Don't use the same slots in the toaster that your non-GF household members use. -- Lotions and creams: Again, the main problem here is that you are likely to make contact between your hands and your mouth, so any lotion applied to your hands can end up in your stomach. (The amount will be small; but if your system is really sensitive...) -- Don't lick stamps or gummed labels; use a damp sponge instead. -- Be sure of your toothpaste and mouthwash. Some of the tartar control toothpastes and alcohol-based mouthwashes could contain gluten in small amounts. -- Medicines: Look out for inert ingredients; often times these contain gluten. This is particularly important for any medication you take over a long period of time. Do any of these ring a bell? --- Jim Lyles ([log in to unmask]) ---