Teen Advocates with Gluten Sensitivities (TAGS) is a new support group, which is part of the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG). The president of the group is 16-year-old Mari Cleven, who was diagnosed with celiac disease last year. She lives in Kitsap County in Washington and is looking to connect with other gluten-free teens, both locally and nationally. Here is more information about TAGS.
"Our Mission:
Gluten Sensitive Teens advocating for support and awareness for themselves and others.
Our Goals:
1. Provide teen support through the internet
2. Provide a model for local support groups, event planning and Gluten Free Awareness activities
3. Tags helps to fulfill GIG's mission on a local and national level through programs tailored towards teens.
Our Local Goals:
1. Provide a social outlet for teens dealing with gluten sensitivities
2. Provide safe gluten free activities for gluten sensitive teens.
3. Provide positive support for teens to advocate for themselves.
4. Share stories"
Support TAGS by buying a cool glow in the dark teen awareness bracelet for $2 from GIG. If you are interested in joining TAGS, complete this contact form. Share this article with others and help what may become the "teen version of ROCK" grow!
May 12, 2010
May 11, 2010
View the New Gluten-Free Menu at the Melting Pot
The new gluten-free menu at The Melting Pot is now available nationwide. Use the link above and select a location to view the menu. After working with the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG), the regular menu includes GF labels and notes. The Melting Pot has 145 locations in North America and 13 new locations coming soon. According to the press release, here are some changes that were made to create the gluten-free items.
"Cheese course – Considering The Melting Pot cheese is normally floured, guests requesting the gluten-free option must request for the cheese to be made with cornstarch. Also, instead of the guest receiving bread, cauliflower, carrots and celery, he/she will receive more veggies and broccoli.
Salad course – All salads are gluten free. The only items that need to be removed are croutons.
Entrée course – Most of the items on the entrée list are gluten free. Items that need to be substituted out include the teriyaki sirloin and spring vegetable dumplings.
Dessert course – Two of the chocolate fondues contain gluten: Cookies n' Cream Marshmallow Dream and the Chocolate S'mores because of the Oreo cookies and graham crackers. A specialized dessert plate is also prepared to include strawberries, bananas, plain marshmallows and pineapple. Cheesecake, pound cake, Rice Krispie treats and brownies all contain flour and are not included on the GF menu.
Beverages – All wines and mandatory specialty drinks are gluten free. Red Bridge, a gluten-free beer by Anheuser Busch, is used as a substitution base for some of the cheeses."
"Cheese course – Considering The Melting Pot cheese is normally floured, guests requesting the gluten-free option must request for the cheese to be made with cornstarch. Also, instead of the guest receiving bread, cauliflower, carrots and celery, he/she will receive more veggies and broccoli.
Salad course – All salads are gluten free. The only items that need to be removed are croutons.
Entrée course – Most of the items on the entrée list are gluten free. Items that need to be substituted out include the teriyaki sirloin and spring vegetable dumplings.
Dessert course – Two of the chocolate fondues contain gluten: Cookies n' Cream Marshmallow Dream and the Chocolate S'mores because of the Oreo cookies and graham crackers. A specialized dessert plate is also prepared to include strawberries, bananas, plain marshmallows and pineapple. Cheesecake, pound cake, Rice Krispie treats and brownies all contain flour and are not included on the GF menu.
Beverages – All wines and mandatory specialty drinks are gluten free. Red Bridge, a gluten-free beer by Anheuser Busch, is used as a substitution base for some of the cheeses."
May 5, 2010
Another Celiac Insert in the USA Today
This Friday, May 7, the USA Today will have a special celiac insert. Do you remember the fantastic insert published by Media Planet in November 2009? Well, this will certainly be another great one, and it might have gluten-free coupons too. This is a perfect way to celebrate Celiac Awareness Month. Unfortunately, the insert is only available in certain states and Maryland isn't one of them. Here are the details from Whitney Ehret, NFCA Director of Communications.
"Media Planet publishing Inc. will release a special celiac disease report this Friday May 7, 2010 in USA TODAY.
This comprehensive supplement seeks to raise awareness of the disease and the gluten-free diet, promoting resources available to help the suffering gain a diagnosis, and patients and families with celiac restore their health and reclaim their life!
Sarah Jane Smith, LPGA star and NFCA Athletes for Awareness spokeswoman, graces the cover of this special magazine insert. Smith, along with fellow NFCA Athlete for Awareness AJ Clemens, are profiled in the ‘stories of inspiration’ section which can be seen on pages 4 and 5. In addition, NFCA founder and president Alice Bast is a featured expert on the subject of celiac disease and infertility.
The latest celiac disease report published by Media Planet for USA TODAY will reach over one million readers nationwide, distributing over 442,000 printed copies nationwide.
Find out where you can pick up a copy of this special insert here:
http://www.celiaccentral.org/News/Celiac-in-the-News/161/vobId__2617/
Can’t get the insert in print? NFCA will post the 2010 USA TODAY celiac disease report online this Friday, May 7th."
"Media Planet publishing Inc. will release a special celiac disease report this Friday May 7, 2010 in USA TODAY.
This comprehensive supplement seeks to raise awareness of the disease and the gluten-free diet, promoting resources available to help the suffering gain a diagnosis, and patients and families with celiac restore their health and reclaim their life!
Sarah Jane Smith, LPGA star and NFCA Athletes for Awareness spokeswoman, graces the cover of this special magazine insert. Smith, along with fellow NFCA Athlete for Awareness AJ Clemens, are profiled in the ‘stories of inspiration’ section which can be seen on pages 4 and 5. In addition, NFCA founder and president Alice Bast is a featured expert on the subject of celiac disease and infertility.
The latest celiac disease report published by Media Planet for USA TODAY will reach over one million readers nationwide, distributing over 442,000 printed copies nationwide.
Find out where you can pick up a copy of this special insert here:
http://www.celiaccentral.org/News/Celiac-in-the-News/161/vobId__2617/
Can’t get the insert in print? NFCA will post the 2010 USA TODAY celiac disease report online this Friday, May 7th."
May 1, 2010
Hot New Gluten-Free Cookbooks Available for Preorder on Amazon
Preorder these new gluten-free cookbooks now on Amazon to guarantee the best price. Release dates range from June to November, with several being released in September.
American Dietetic Association Easy Gluten-Free: Expert Nutrition Advice With More Than 100 Recipes by Tricia Thompson and Marlisa Brown
Free for All Cooking: 125 Easy Gluten-Free, Allergen-Free Recipes the Whole Family Can Enjoy by Jules Shepard
Gluten-Free Girl and the Chef by Shauna James Ahern and Daniel Ahern
Cooking for Isaiah: A Mother's Recipe for Delicious Gluten- and Dairy-Free Meals by Nardone Silvana with Foreword by Rachael Ray
100 Best Gluten-Free Recipes by Carol Fenster
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Gluten-Free Cooking by Jean Duane
Living Gluten-Free For Dummies, second edition by Danna Korn
Recently, Vanessa Maltin’s new cookbook was released and can still be ordered at a discounted price.
American Dietetic Association Easy Gluten-Free: Expert Nutrition Advice With More Than 100 Recipes by Tricia Thompson and Marlisa Brown
Free for All Cooking: 125 Easy Gluten-Free, Allergen-Free Recipes the Whole Family Can Enjoy by Jules Shepard
Gluten-Free Girl and the Chef by Shauna James Ahern and Daniel Ahern
Cooking for Isaiah: A Mother's Recipe for Delicious Gluten- and Dairy-Free Meals by Nardone Silvana with Foreword by Rachael Ray
100 Best Gluten-Free Recipes by Carol Fenster
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Gluten-Free Cooking by Jean Duane
Living Gluten-Free For Dummies, second edition by Danna Korn
Recently, Vanessa Maltin’s new cookbook was released and can still be ordered at a discounted price.
New McNeil Recall: Many Products for Infants and Children
McNeil is recalling all unexpired lots of certain Tylenol drops and suspensions, Motrin drops and suspensions, Zyrtec liquids, and Benadryl liquids. It appears that chewable forms of these products are not affected by the recall. For a complete list of the recalled products, view the FDA press release. Below is the reason for this large recall. Contact McNeil at 1-888-222-6036 or visit the McNeil recall website.
“McNeil Consumer Healthcare is initiating this voluntary recall because some of these products may not meet required quality standards. This recall is not being undertaken on the basis of adverse medical events. However, as a precautionary measure, parents and caregivers should not administer these products to their children. Some of the products included in the recall may contain a higher concentration of active ingredient than is specified; others may contain inactive ingredients that may not meet internal testing requirements; and others may contain tiny particles. While the potential for serious medical events is remote, the company advises consumers who have purchased these recalled products to discontinue use.”
“McNeil Consumer Healthcare is initiating this voluntary recall because some of these products may not meet required quality standards. This recall is not being undertaken on the basis of adverse medical events. However, as a precautionary measure, parents and caregivers should not administer these products to their children. Some of the products included in the recall may contain a higher concentration of active ingredient than is specified; others may contain inactive ingredients that may not meet internal testing requirements; and others may contain tiny particles. While the potential for serious medical events is remote, the company advises consumers who have purchased these recalled products to discontinue use.”
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