<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Miscellaneous Notes: -------------------- Product Information: * Pamela's is switching to safflower oil. The canola oil in all products is being replaced with high oleic safflower oil. Watch the ingredient panels for this change. [Note: both canola and safflower oil are gluten-free, so for most celiacs this is not an issue. However, some people seem to have a sensitivity to canola oil, so if you are in this category then this will be a welcome change.-ed.] * Brand 365 is making a list of their gluten-free (GF) items. Right now we have a partial list, that is accurate as of Feb. 16, 1999; more items will likely be added in the future. At this point, the following Brand 365 items are listed as being GF: 100% fruit juices balsamic vinegar 5 years old canned tomatoes Everyday energy bars expeller pressed canola oil frozen fruits frozen orange juice frozen vegetables (EXCEPT potato products) fruit spreads Italian extra virgin olive oil natural spring water NFC orange juice soft drinks solid white albacore tuna tongol tuna Brand 365 products can be found at Merchant of Vino. For more information, call Dennis Ring at 925-299-1365. (Thank you to Pat Michael for this information.) * Whole Foods has a list of gluten-free (GF) products, dated Jan. 1999: apple butter bagged tea beans in glass bread dipping oil bread spreads dessert sauce dry rubs fire roasted salsa fruit essence honey Italian-style pasta sauce jam juices maple syrup mayonnaise organic applesauce organic balsamic vinegar organic chocolate bar organic mustard organic nut butter organic olive oil organic olives organic pasta sauce organic roasted red piquillo peppers organic tomatoes in glass pear and plum butter sparkling cider vinegar Whole Foods products can also be found at Merchant of Vino. For more information, contact Annie Smith, 919-286-0145 ext. 372, 718 Iredell St., Durham, NC 27705. (Thank you again to Pat Michael for this information.) -=-=- -=-=- JCAHCO Address Correction: In the February newsletter we listed an address you could write to with complaints regarding poor health care service (such as failing to provide a GF diet during a hospital stay or uncooperative pharmacists). Unfortunately, we didn't get the address right. The correct address is: Division of Accreditation Operations, Accreditation Service Specialist, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, One Renaissance Blvd., Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.<1> -=-=- -=-=- The Cookie Recipe Web Page has a listing of about 40 gluten-free cookie recipes, along with some basic information about celiacs and their need for a gluten-free diet. The URL is <http://www.CookieRecipe.com>. Scroll down to the bottom of the "All Kinds O' Cookies!" section and click on "Gluten-free Cookies".<2> -=-=- -=-=- GIG's Annual Conference will be on Saturday, April 17th, 1999, at the Highline Community Hospital, near the Sea-Tac Airport in Washington State. There is also a pre-conference dinner Friday evening. For non-GIG members the cost is $70 for the conference ($80 if after March 26th), and $25 for the pre-conference dinner. Speakers include Peggy A. Wagener, president of Sully's Living Without magazine; Jay Berger, owner of Miss Roben's, a GF mail-order vendor; and Dr. Michael Schuffler, GIG's medical advisor. The conference includes a continental breakfast and lunch. For more information or to make reservations, write to Gluten Intolerance Group, 15110 10the Ave. SW, Suite A, Seattle, WA 98166; call 206-246-6652; fax 206-246-6531; or send e-mail to [log in to unmask] -=-=- -=-=- The 9th International Symposium On Celiac Disease will be held in the United States, August 10-13, 2000. This is the "Super Bowl" of all celiac conferences, last held in Finland a few years ago, and to be held this year in Italy. It has never before been held in our country, so plan now to set aside some time in August next year to attend. A large turnout is expected, and it is likely that the hotel will be completely filled with attendees to the conference. Therefore, special arrangements are being made now to take early hotel reservations. The following is for HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS ONLY. The symposium program and registration fees will be released as soon as they are available (probably not until June or July, 1999). Marriott Hotels International Reservations System cannot accept reservations more than a year in advance, so special arrangements have been made to accommodate your early reservation requests. Dates: August 10-13, 2000 Accommodations: Marriott's Hunt Valley Inn, Hunt Valley, Maryland Rates per night: Single or Double $115; Triple $135; Quad $155 (These rates are available 2 days prior and 2 days after the dates of the conference, based upon availability.) We recommend that reservations be made by mail prior to September 1, 1999 to ensure availability. All reservations must be made by July 20, 2000 and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. To make your reservations by mail prior to September 1, 1999, simply complete the form below and mail it to: Bob & Ruth's Gluten-free Dining & Travel Club, 22 Breton Hill Rd., Suite 1B, Baltimore, MD 21208. Written requests will be confirmed by letter upon receipt; and, then reconfirmed with a confirmation number after September 1, 1999. Reservations after that date must be made by calling 1-800-228-9290. (Prior to Sept. 1, 1999, telephone reservations will NOT be accepted by either Bob & Ruth's OR Marriott's Hunt Valley Inn). Name: _____________________________ Tele #: ______- ______- _________ Address: _____________________________________________________________ City: ________________ ST: ____ Zip __________ Country: ___________ # in Party: ____ Arrival Date: __________ Departure Date: __________ Room Type Requests: (Circle your choices) Smoking/Non-Smoking One King Bed/Two Double Beds Credit Card #: ________________________ Expiration Date ____________ (A credit card is required to confirm reservation only) Type (Visa, MC, Amex, etc.): _________________________ Signature: ___________________________________ Date: _______________ -=-=- -=-=- Bob & Ruth's Gluten-free Dining & Travel Club has set up two trips you may find of interest. The first trip is coming up quickly, so act now if you are interested. (Club members have priority and receive a discounted rate): * Gluten-Free Family Getaway To Jamaica: Join us on August 2-8, 1999, at the SuperClubs Boscobel Beach All-Inclusive Family Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. One child per each paying adult in the same room is FREE. Comprehensive SuperKids programs are available at 4 age levels. There is an adult-only complex as well. Gluten-free food is the best part of all. From the time your plane lands in Jamaica (airfare not included) until you takeoff for home, ALL of your family's food, drink, and activities are paid for. All deposits for reservations must be in by April 8, 1999. * Gluten-Free Getaway To The Bahamas: Join us November 15-21, 1999, at the SuperClubs Adult Only All-Inclusive Breezes Bahamas Resort Hotel at Cable Beach, Nassau. We will be wined, dined (gluten-free and regular) and entertained in casual elegance. Every meal will include a gluten-free selection of food specialties and baked goods. From the time your plane lands in Nassau, Jamaica (airfare not included) until you takeoff for home, your food, drink, and activities are paid for (with few exceptions). Tipping is not even allowed. Last year's trip was enjoyed by 46 of us and we had to turn away another 16, so please make your reservations early as we have only been allotted 25 rooms this year. If you are interested in costs and additional information for either of these trips, send e-mail to [log in to unmask] or call 410-486-0292. -=-=- -=-=- Brown Rice--Better than White Rice: Milling is the primary difference between brown and white rice. Milling removes the outer hull, bran, germ, and endosperm from the rice grain. While milling increases the cooking convenience of rice, making it a 20 minute process instead of 40, the trade-off is a dramatic drop in nutrients. The outer layers that are milled off contain nutritionally important oils, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Fiber is not only more filling, but has a probable role in preventing certain gastrointestinal diseases and heart disease. Brown rice contributes to health in a way that white rice can't, and is therefore well worth the wait.<3> -=-=- -=-=- Are You Out of Baking Powder? Or are you not sure if the commercial baking powders are GF? You can mix your own using 1 part baking soda, 2 parts cream of tartar, and 2 parts arrowroot powder. Mix well. Store in a sealed container, at room temperature.<4>