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1.  Product Information Sheets have been compiled into single references by
several support groups.  The newest one is available from CSA/USA, PO Box
31700, Omaha NE 68131-0700 for $8.00.  As with any product list, the
information should be used as a starting point for your review, not an
absolute statement of a product’s gluten status.
 
2.  Methylcellulose is formed from cellulose which is a glucose polymer
derived from the cell walls of plants.   It is formed by reaction of the
cellulose with methanol to produce methyl ether groupings at the primary
(C-6) and secondary (C-2 and C-3) alcohol groups of the glucose units in the
cellulose chain. The grade used pharmaceuticaly has 2-3 (average) ether
groups per glucose unit.  (5)
 
3.  Brown Rice Syrup that does not use a barley enzyme is starting to show
up in products.  The maker of Rice Dream is using this safe syrup in their
Imagine Puddings Snacks.  In the future, it may be used in Rice Dream and
Rice Frozen Desserts.  Call the company at (415) 327-1444 to determine the
current status.
 
4.  Better Than Milk, subtitled a "Dairy Free Tofu Beverage Mix"  comes in
a canister, much like some of the other milk alternatives. On the can
itself it says that the product is caseinate free, cholesterol free, has
natural B12, is lactose free, is rich in calcium (50% of the RDA in one
serving), and is gluten free.  The ingredients are: Maltodextrin (from
rice), soy milk, calcium carbonate, soy protein isolate, fructose, tofu
powder, sea salt, titanium dioxide (a mineral for color), potassium
chloride, carrageenan gum, natural flavors, soy lecithin, cyancobalamin
(Vitamin B-12).
 
5.  Kinnikinnick Foods Inc. is a Canadian company with several interesting
products and goes out of its way to assist celiacs through diet and quality
of life choices.  Their facilities have always been gluten free and the
company President states that it will always be.  They do use a few of the
grains that US celiacs avoid, i.e., Buckwheat.  So each person must evaluate
his or her diet and the available products.
 
Their Kinnikinnick Club include worry-free travel packages (Ski trips,
cruises, bus tours, camps).  All are organized with GF foods supplied by
the company.  The latest additions to their lines are baguettes, bagels,
bread, a second pasta line and their own new rice crispies.  (Whole Kernel
Rice, Sugar, Salt).  Coming soon is their own lasagna noodle.  Kinnikinnick
Foods, 9857  76th Ave, Edmonton, Alberta  T6E 1K6 Canada (403) 433-4023,
(800) 891-0083, www.kinnikinnick.com or email: [log in to unmask]
 
6.  BASCO products are no longer available.  Tom Mace reports that the
Australian supplier will no longer provide any of the products (bread,
cake, cookies, etc.).
 
7.  Nutri-Grain Almond Raisin is a salt free cereal from Kellogg.  With the
recent change in the ingredients to remove the small amount of barley.  It
is now GF.  It is not processed on dedicated machines, so contamination is
a possibility and should be a factor in the use of the product.  The phone
number for Kellogg is (800) 962-1413
 
8.  DeBoles Angle Hair Rice Pasta is now available in some local health
food stores.
 
9.  Authentic Foods is the supplier of the light bean flour referenced in
Bette Hagman’s new cookbook.  Besides bean flour, there are mixes for:
cakes, pancakes, bean burgers, falafels, and breads.  For orders call
(800) 806-4737.  The bread mix can be made in a bread machine but when
cooked in the oven, it is outstanding.  The instructions for cooking in
the oven are:  bake in the oven at 325 degrees for one hour and 30 minutes
with the last ten minutes at 375 degrees.  This allows more time for the
water to evaporate from the bread.  The less water activity in the bread,
the longer the shelf life potential.  The new Cinnamon Bread is a
wonderful addition to any breakfast.
 
10..Weight loss can be a problem for some celiacs. Supplements such as
Boost, Sustical, and Ensure are available in most stores and can be used
to increase your GF caloric intake.
 
Clintec offers nutrition support services.  The majority of the enteral
and nutrition products are labeled GF in their catalog.  These products
are especially useful for celiacs, with additional diet restrictions,
during a hospital stay .  Hospital dietitians can contact them at
(800) 422-ASK2.
 
11.  ADVIL:  Whitehall Laboratories, the maker does not claim that it is
GF as a result of using possible wheat derived binders from several of
their vendors.  The company reports that ORUDIS (a Ketoprofen, similar
to ibuprofen) is GF  For additional details call (800) 322-3129.  (6)
 
12. Update on Fosamax:  The research from several sources indicates that
the company is correct in reporting it as GF.  The issue of how this
information is  reported is a separate issue.
 
13.  DAK Gourmet Products is now offering the new Turbo Baker V.  The
latest state-of-the-art bread making technology.  This makes it easy for
recipe adjustments in altitude, temperature, humidity and water softness or
hardness.  As with the previous models, it has a significantly large motor
designed to accommodate whole grains.  The extremely helpful, unique extend
button  allows you to extend the rising time of your dough by 20 minute
intervals.  So far, there is  no alternate flour experience but they have a
proven track record with celiacs.  The Turbo Baker V has  factory direct
price of only $199.00, plus $18.00 postage.  If you own one of the earlier
models, for a limited time, you can upgrade to the Turbo Baker V for only
$159.00 plus your trade-in.  Call them at 1-800-656 -BAKE (2253).
Replacement parts are available for older machines.
 
14.  Grains, Seeds, and Beans is a handy reference of their GF status
compiled by Joanne Hameister.
 
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Nebulous information is available on the safety of these items.  Each
person must determine the appropiateness of these grains.  Many US celiac
groups recommend their avoidance.
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African Millet
Aramath Amaramthas candata
Broomcorn Millet
Buckwheat Fagopyrum esculentum
Buckwheat, Rye Fagopyrum tataricum
Italian Millet
Millet
Millet, African
Millet, Broomcorn
Millet, Italian
Millet, Pearl
Millet, Spiked
Pearl Millet
Quinoa
Rye Buckwheat Fagopyrum tastaricum
Spiked Millet
Teff Eragrositis tef
 
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Not Gluten-Free
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Abyssinian Hard Wheat Triticum duran
Barley Hordeum vulgare
Bulgar (Bulgar Wheat/Nuts)
Bulgar Wheat
Durum Wheat Triticum
Einkorn Wheat Triticum monococcum
Hard Wheat, Abyssinian Triticum durum
Kamut Triticum polinicum (Pasta wheat)
Nuts, Wheat Oats Avena stativa
Rye, Secale sereale
Semolina Triticum
Spelt Triticum spelta
Triticale X triticosecale
Wheat Triticum aestivum
Wheat Nuts
Wheat, Abyssinian Hard triticum durum
Wheat, Blugar
Wheat Durum Triticum
Wheat, Einkon Triticum mononoccum
 
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Traditionally Gluten-Free
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Acorn Quercus
Prinus/emoroyi/lobata
Adzuki Bean
Almond Nut Prunus amygdalus
Arrowroot Maranta arundinacea
Artichokes Articiocco
Bean
Bean, Adzuki
Bean, Hyacinth
Bean, Lentil
Bean, Mung
Bean Romano (Chickpea)
Bean Tepary
Besan
Carageenan Chondrus crispus
Cassava Manihot esculenta
Chickpea
Corn Zea mays
Cornstarch Zea mays
Cowitch
Cowpea
Flax Usitatissimum linn
Grits, Corn Zea mays
Hyacinth bean
Lentil
Maize Zea mays
Maize, Waxy Zea mays
Manioc Manihot esculenta
Mung Bean
Nut, Acron Quercus prinus/emoroyi/lobata
Nut, Almond Prunus amygdalusm
Pea
Pea, Chick
Pea, Cow
Pea, Pigeon
Pigeon, Pea
Potatos Solanum tuberosum
Rice Oryza zativa
Rice, Wold Oryza fatua/spontanea
Romano Bean (chickpea)
Sago Palm metroxylon sagus
Seed, Sesame
Seed, Sunflower
Sorghun Sorgo soreg/L.syricus
Soy Glycine max
Soybean Glycine max
Subflower seed
Tapioca Manihot esculenta
Tepary Bean
Waxy Maize Zea mays
Wild Rice Oryza fatua/spontanea