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: Excerpts from _Derby City Celiac_ :
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: Winter 1997 Marge Johannemann, President :
: Spring 1998 Greater Louisville Celiac Sprue Support Group :
: PO Box 7194 :
: Louisville, KY 40257-0194 :
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Eating Gluten-Free: Almost 50% of all celiacs are not eating
gluten-free (GF). Some just don't know what not to eat, and some take
the attitude, "I'll cheat just this time." Both of these problems can
be helped and even eliminated by coming to support group meetings.
Learning what is and is not GF is absolutely necessary for each of us.
There really is no choice about our diet. We are in charge of our own
health and have a duty to ourselves to do everything and anything
necessary to protect it.
We also have the responsibility of teaching our immediate families and
our extended families (cousins, etc.) about celiac disease (CD). As
Dr. Adler told us, CD is hereditary and can skip a generation and
then show up again. We need to make our relatives aware that if
health problems are present in future generations, CD should be
considered.--Connie Tur, GLCSSG president.
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Welbilt has come out with a 2 lb. Automatic Bread Machine. It bakes
a horizontal loaf (1 lb., 1-1/2 lb., or 2 lb.) and then lifts the
loaf up for easy removal. It can be easily cleaned, has a built-in
bread pan, and is lightweight and portable. It is a 650 watt unit
with a 14-hour programmable timer, crust color control, dough-only
mode, and cycle stage indicator. It can be found in Chef's Catalog
(800-338-3232)
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Product Information:
* Kroger Candied Fruit and Cherries are GF. A phone call to
800-632-6900 revealed this information.
* Penzeys, Ltd. has a mail order catalogue of over 250 spices,
herbs, seasonings, and gift packs. To obtain a copy, call
414-679-7207 or send a fax to 414-679-7878.
* Betty Crocker Decorating Gels and Decorator Icings are gluten-
free. These products are actually made for General Mills by
Signature Brands of Ocala, Florida (800-456-9573).
* Kroger GF Products: A call to 800-632-6900 revealed that the
following Kroger brand products are gluten-free:
cottage cheese (all varieties including Healthy Indulgence,
but excluding ricotta)
baking chips (butterscotch, peanut butter, semi-sweet and milk
chocolate)
buttermilk
Healthy Indulgence chicken & rice ready to serve
Louisiana hot sauce
chicken broth ready to serve (regular and fat-free)
corn tortillas
Nice & Cheesey (regular and lite)
soy sauce
pie fillings and puddings in a can
frozen french fries
regular and instant puddings
steak sauce
butter
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: Excerpts from _Gluten-Free News_ (Oregon) :
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: Spring 1998 Portland/Vancouver Affiliate of GIG of NA :
: 9525 SW 12th Drive :
: Portland, OR 97219 :
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Product Information:
* Lundberg Family Farms: According to a letter dated Dec. 27
1997, from Christine S. Negm, Director of Technical Services,
Lundberg has recently reformulated their rice syrup to make it
safe for gluten-intolerant individuals to consume. To the best
of their knowledge, all products except Italian Herb Risotto,
Garlic Primavera Risotto, and Rice Cakes-Multi-grain/seeds are
gluten-free (GF). To get their product list, write to Lundberg
Family Farms, PO Box 369, Richvale, CA 95974-0369.
* Cover Girl powders and cosmetics are listed as containing gluten.
* Hormel's Real Bacon Bits are GF. Call 800-523-4635 for more
information.
* Louis Rich now has a GF product list. To obtain a copy, write to
Louis Rich Consumer Communications, Dept. 3131, Woodcreek Dr.,
Downers Grove, IL 60515-5412.
* Baking Healthy, a new fat-free oil and shortening replacement
from Smuckers, is GF. For more information, call 888-550-9555.
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: Excerpts from _Lifeline_ :
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: Winter 1998 (Vol. XVI, No. 1) Leon Rottmann, editor :
: CSA/USA, Inc. :
: PO Box 31700 :
: Omaha, NE 68131-0700 :
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Product Updates:
* Kraft products containing "flavorings" may contain gluten. (Dec.
1997)
* Boston Market's standard chicken is now double-glazed, and is no
longer gluten-free. (Dec. 1997)
* Fixodent Cream (original, fresh, and free varieties) does not
contain any gluten according to Procter & Gamble. (Nov. 1997)
* Quaker Puffed Rice, Coco Blasts, Corn Meal, and Grits are
gluten-free. However, none of Quaker's rice crackers are gluten-
free. (Oct. 1997)
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Gluten-Free Medicines: The CSA brochure on gluten-free medicines has
been recently updated. It lists 425 gluten-free medications plus an
introductory information section. The cost is $1. Write to CSA/USA,
PO Box 31700, Omaha, NE 68131-0700.
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: Excerpts from the Houston Celiac-Sprue Support Group :
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: newsletter: Jan./Feb. 1998 Janet Y. Rinehart, President :
: newsletter: Mar./Apr. 1998 11011 Chevy Chase :
: Houston, TX 77042-2606 :
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Baking Hints: Mary Gunn of Florida brings us this tip for using
gluten-free (GF) bread in puddings and french toast. The firmness of
GF bread often prevents it from easily absorbing the milk and egg
involved. After preparing the bread, simply heat it briefly in the
oven or microwave. It will then quickly and thoroughly soak up the
liquid, making marvelous french toast or bread pudding. Also, try
this technique when making stuffing.
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Caramel Color: Sethness Products Company (888-772-1880) has
specialized in caramel color since 1880. A company representative
stated during a phone call in November that only two companies supply
all (100%) the caramel color in the USA and much of it abroad; all of
which is gluten-free. However, there are many different companies
which manufacture caramel flavoring, and it may contain gluten; each
case requires individual investigation.
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3rd Annual Nassau Gluten-Free Getaway (not a cruise): Bob and Ruth
Levy are again organizing a long gluten-free weekend at the SuperClubs
Breezes Bahamas all-inclusive Hotel on Cable Beach Nassau, The
Bahamas, from Nov. 12-16, 1998. All the food, drink, and activities
from the time your airplane lands until you depart are included in the
price of $1054 per couple. (Tipping is actually prohibited.) Airfare
is not included. Guest rooms, grounds, and pool are beautiful.
Tennis and golf (for a fee) are close by, the beach and ocean are
right out the door, and the casino is a short walk away. For more
information or to make your reservations, call the Levys at
410-602-0075, or send them e-mail at [log in to unmask]
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_Fabulous and Flourless_ is a new pastry cookbook by Mary Wachtel
Mauksch (ISBN 0--2-862002-X). All of the recipes are wheat and dairy
free. They are also gluten-free (GF) except that some call for spelt
flour. (Note: Spelt is a form of wheat and should never be used by
celiacs. You may be able to substitute a GF flour mix in the recipes
that call for spelt.) Most of the recipes use ground nuts instead of
any flour at all. You can mail order this cookbook from Jessica's
Biscuit at 800-878-4264, or you can order it from your local
bookstore.
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Colman's Dry Mustard comes in two versions, one made in Europe that
has wheat and one made in the USA that does not. The two versions are
not discernibly different on the labels. The FDA did test the
mustards and found gluten in the imported tin. Note that the
manufacturer disputes this in a letter to Diane Craig. This case may
lead to further discussion about undisclosed wheat in products. It
appears the wheat-containing version may be the only one available
now. In any event, until this issue is resolved, avoid this brand of
dry mustard.
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: Excerpts from the Greater Philadelphia CS Support Group :
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: newsletter: Mar. 1998 Phyllis J. Brogden :
: 6318 Farmar Lane :
: Flourtown, PA 19031 :
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Seasoning: A word on seasoning and ingredient statements according to
the Food and Drug Administration as of Feb. 1998:
* The term "natural seasonings" should not be used in ingredient
statements.
* The term "seasoning" is not a common and usual name and has no
standard of identity (meaning there are no laws specifying what
makes up a seasoning). In other words, the term "seasoning" is
not an appropriate term to use, but some manufacturers use it
nevertheless. A "seasoning" does refer to a spice or flavor or
color. A color applies only if the spice or flavor naturally
results in a color. For example, paprika is a spice that
naturally adds color, and beet juice is a flavor that adds color.
* The general terms "spice" or "flavor" or (non-certified) "color"
(excludes colors such as FD&C Red #40 or Yellow #5) can be used
in ingredient statements without clarifying the type/name of the
spice, flavor, or color if the finished food/product is not a
spice, flavor, or color. For example, you may see spaghetti
sauce simply list the term "spices" without clarifying the types
used in the product. However, if the finished product is
actually a spice, flavor, or color, such as a spice blend, then
all of the spices within this blend should be spelled out in the
ingredient statement.
* A "spice" is an aromatic vegetable substance, such as basil, in a
whole, broken, or ground form. It excludes substances
traditionally regarded as foods. For example, onion, garlic, and
celery are not considered "spices". When these foods are used
they must be specifically spelled out as such in the ingredient
statement. It is unlikely that a spice would be derived from a
gluten containing grain.
* "Flavors" when used in the context of a seasoning are supposed to
be natural flavors. If an artificial flavor is used the term
"artificial flavor" must be listed in the ingredient statement.
Both natural and artificial flavors may be derived from gluten
containing substances.
--Nancy Patin Falini, MA, RD, dietitian advisor to the Greater
Philadelphia Celiac Sprue Support Group
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