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Subject: glutenfree.com newsletter 2008-01-11

January 11, 2008 Newsletter - Weekly Issue

2008/01/11 - Volume

3 - Issue #1B

IN THIS ISSUE

• recently

added products

• what's

for breakfast

• monthly

specials

• questions

& answers

• links

• comments

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q1. Are there any

restaurants? - Downriver, that have a gluten-free menu. I have had the pizza

at Baldo's on Telegraph in Brownstown but not always available. Really

missing good pizza and mexican food. Really enjoy the newsletter - so very

helpful.........Alice

The new glutenfree.com catalog will

hit the mail in the next few weeks, however the electronic version is

already available! Click on the catalog picture to access our e-catalog

right now!

A1. Hi Alice, You and I are on different rivers so I am

not sure I know about your geographic location. I would suggest visiting the

Restaurant Awareness program. They do a wonderful job of listing restaurants

by geographic area that have a gluten-free menu. Thank you to Pat McGregor

and the Westchester Celiac Support Group for starting this program and to

Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) for taking it to a national level. Here is the

web site. http://www.glutenfreerestaurants.org/

Q2. Dear Beth- I have a question for you! I was invited to a barbeque at

my nephew's home and his wife was incredibly considerate of my diet. After

dinner, I complimented my nephew on the chicken. It turned out that it had

been done on the grill by inserting an opened can of beer inside a whole

chicken. My concern is that, as the beer evaporated, the gluten might have

been transferred to the meat. Do you think that's possible? I can't decide.

As I am one of those celiacs who has no immediate reaction to the ingestion

of gluten, I can't tell if it was damaging and I'd be interested in another

opinion. Beth

A2. Dear Beth, I would not make a habit of eating chicken made this way.

However, if it was good, and it sounds delicious, you could try making it

with gluten-free beer if there is one that comes in a can. Beth

Q3. I enjoy reading your newsletter. It is very helpful! I was wondering

if unsweetened cocoa powder that is processed with alkali is considered

gluten-free. Do you know why some cocoa is processed this way, and other

kinds aren't? Thank you. Elaine

A3. Dear Elaine, Cocoa powder is basically broken into two

groups- Dutch processed and natural. The Dutch processed is alkalized and the

result is a red-brown shade and milder flavor. The natural is not processed

and is darker and higher in acidity. The alkali process is simply a process

that makes the cocoa powder less acidic. The process and the resulting cocoa

is gluten-free. Baking soda is one way to neutralize natural cocoa and

convert it to Dutch process cocoa. Just add 1 tsp. of baking soda to 1 cup of

natural cocoa. Hope this helps, Beth

Q4. Dear Beth, You are indeed providing a wonderful service with your

website! I don’t know where we would turn without it. I just had to

respond to the query about Benefiber. I had been diagnosed with Celiac about

2 1/2 years ago, and did fine for about one year on the gluten-free diet.

When I started having gastro problems again I thought I had become intolerant

of more foods; soon my list of can have foods was shorter than the can nots.

As it turns out, I was simply eating way too much fiber! I had replaced bread

and crackers with veggies, and cakes and pies with fruit! When I followed the

advice of my new Gastro Doc. to cut down on fiber, sure enough I got better

and better. She also recommended Activia yogurt and after about 4 days I see

a big improvement. Right now they are offering a money back guarantee on

specially marked containers; “if it doesn’t work, it’s

free”. I don’t think I’ll need to collect on that. Oh, one

more thing; she told me I had been misdiagnosed – I’m only gluten

intolerant. Still need you though; Sincerely, Carole

A4. Dear Carole, Thank you for that helpful advice and your nice comments

about our website. I found the same advice on fiber held true for me and I

believe many others will find your recommendations helpful as well. Beth

Q5. Beth, Avenin is the name of the oat protein/prolamine that is

comparable to wheat's gliadin. In other words, when we are concerned about

gluten in oats, we're talking about whether celiacs react to avenin or not. I

thoroughly enjoy your Q & A in the glutenfree.com newsletter. Lynn

Rainwater

A5. Hi Lynn, So glad to hear from you. You are absolutely

correct. Case sent me a whole e-mail of information that we published

in the last newsletter. I also found her reference to Avenin, but it was

after I had replied to our reader. Thanks for your input and clarification. I

think many people will find this helpful. Beth

Q6. Hi Beth, I would like to comment on your remark that ALL Newman's Own

dressings are gluten-free. I had just checked this out and according to their

website, the Family Recipe Italian dressing and Low Fat Sesame Ginger

dressings contain gluten. Do you have some information that this has changed?

If not, you might want to correct this statement in your next newsletter.

Take care and thank you for all that you do. Barbara Hicks, Leader , Tri

Lakes Celiac Support Gorup Disclaimer --- I am a volunteer and not a medical

expert, but I can share with you information that I have found helpful.

Please contact your medical professional for medical advice regarding your

situation. Please verify the gluten free status of products often for your

own protection

A6. Hi Barbara, Thank you for that helpful information. I believe I said

“most” but if not, I certainly should have. Yes, a few of their

products are NOT gluten-free. Thank you for pointing that out. Beth

Q7. I am 83 years old !! I was never diagnosed by the medical profession,

and tried for over 20 years to find out what made me have terrible attacks of

diarrhea, vomiting and lots of pain. Finally my daughter sent me a newspaper

article about gluten... I went onto the computer and found out all I could

about gluten, stopped eating it , and joy - joy, now no more attacks. But I

also read that when you are diagnosed (which as I said before.. I never was),

at an older age you have it hard... right.. I agree. I can look back on my

childhood and see signs of it ALL of my life. But I am writing to tell you

about " Juice Plus " , which are capsules of 8 organic fruits and 8

organic's vegetables that are so great for celiacs. The first time I took

them I got so much energy, which was explained by the fact that the

vegetables were not being used before by my body as nutrients. So I am an

advocate of Juice Plus. Vitamins do not supply the same things as the

" real " God made vegetables and fruits. Hope you can use this

idea... gerry foster

A7. Dear Gerry, You sound pretty energetic, especially for someone who is

83! I’m glad the diet is making life easier for you and thank you for

your suggestion about Juice Plus. I don’t know if it is 100%

gluten-free so I would recommend calling the manufacturer before using this,

but if it is safe, I’m getting some! Stay Well, Beth

Q8. Hi Beth, Your column is very informative, I read it with attention

every time and always learn something. FYI, if it should come up again,

avenin is the storage form of protein for oats -- as gliadin is for wheat,

hordein for barley, and secalin for rye. Best, Sue Adley-Warrick

A8. Hi Sue, Thank you for the information.

I’ve received several comments about avenin, but did not know the terms

for the protein in wheat, barley and rye. Thanks again for enlightening all

of us. Beth

Q9. Dear Sirs/ Madam, Thank you for your informative newsletter and list

of products. I have started a range of dry bread, muffin and waffle mixes in

South Africa which are wheat, gluten, dairy and yeast free. One person has

questioned my use of millet, saying that it contains gluten. I have asked

various persons about millet containing gluten and have been told that it

does not contain gluten. Apparently there are some books out there that say

it does contain gluten. Could you clear this up for me please. Does millet

contain gluten? Kind regards, Tilney

A9. Dear , Unless the millet is processed on shared equipment that

is also processing wheat and other gluten-filled grains, it should be fine.

Millet itself is gluten-free and one of my favorite grains. It has a healthy

profile, being high in fiber and protein. Good luck with your business. Beth

THANKS TO THE SUPPORT OF ALL OUR SPONSORS FOR THE

2007-2008 CATALOG

RECENTLY ADDED PRODUCTS

Even those with special dietary needs deserve “only

the best.” Made with all natural ingredients, this hard-to-find angel

hair pasta is perfect for your favorite sauces.

#954075 Deboles - Angel Hair Pasta

Price: $2.09

To anyone who has tasted Really Great Food cakes…this

one ranks at the very top of the list.

#956079 Really Great Food - Pineapple Cake Mix

Price: $5.95

The home-made taste of pumpkin pie with the rich and

moist texture of our cakes. A unique creation sure to win your approval.

(Requires real pumpkin.)

#956080 Really Great Food - Pumpkin Bread Cake Mix

Price: $5.95

Our gluten-free Ceros are the delicious and nutritious

start to your day, and are great as a quick and easy snack. Made with whole

pinto beans and rice, and just a touch of sugar.

#958061 Heartland's Finest - Original CerO's

Price: $5.09

Our gluten-free Ceros are the delicious and nutritious

start to your day, and are great as a quick and easy snack. Made with whole

pinto beans and rice, and just a touch of sugar.

#958062 Heartland's Finest - Cinnamon CerO's

Price: $5.89

Our Premium Pasta has a great taste and is made from

nutritious whole dry bean flour.This pasta cooks up beautifully and is

delicious.

#954071 Heartland's Finest - White Cheddar Mac & Cheese

Price: $4.45

Our Premium Pasta has a great taste and is made from

nutritious whole dry bean flour. The ziti shape is similar to penne, only

smaller. This pasta cooks up beautifully and is delicious hot, warm, or

even cold.

#954072 Heartland's Finest - Ziti Pasta

Price: $4.95

Our Premium Pasta has a great taste and is made from

nutritious whole dry bean flour. The linguini shape is similar to fettucini

only narrower. This pasta cooks up beautifully and is delicious hot or

cold.

#954073 Heartland's Finest - Linguini Pasta

Price: $4.95

Our Premium Pasta has a great taste and is made from

nutritious whole dry bean flour. This lasagne noodle does not need to be

pre-boiled.

#954074 Heartland's Finest - Lasagna

Price: $4.95

Click here to see our other new products.

WHAT'S FOR

BREAKFAST?

What’s for Breakfast? That seems to be the question of the day

for most people on a gluten-free diet. With most cereals and breads off

limits, that narrows the field considerably.

Recently Lani of Clan (www.clanthompson.com)

and Beth Hillson put their heads together to come up with some breakfast

ideas for our readers. Beth also prepared a special Egg in a Ramekin to

share. It’s easy to make and bakes while you’re getting

ready for the day. A picture and recipe are included.

Here are some of their tips:

Cereals:

Post Cereal says that FRUITY PEBBLES is

gluten free.

The natural flavor is derived from citrus. However, it is

manufactured in a facility that also produces gluten containing cereals.

General Mills says TRIX (regular) is also

gluten free (see note below).

The company says this product was re-formulated but old

boxes may still be on the shelves. Customers should check the label. If no

wheat is listed on the box, then they have the new GF product.

General Mills says its gluten free

selections include NEOPETS ISLAND BERRY CRUNCH and DORA THE EXPLORER.

For those who don't care for pre-sweetened cereals,

Health Valley Products offers RICE CRUNCH

EMS. This cereal is very similar to Rice Chex.

The above products are not made in a gluten free facility.

Celiacs who prefer to only use products made on dedicated lines or in a

gluten free facility should stick to companies like NATURE'S PATH or ALTI

PLANO.

Nature's Path manufactures the following gluten-free cereals:

NATURE'S PATH CORN FLAKES (fruit juice

sweetened or Honey'd), (#958027)

ENVIROKIDZ AMAZON FROSTED FLAKES

(#958020)

ENVIROKIDZ PEANUT BUTTER PANDA PUFFS

(#958022)

ENVIROKIDZ GORILLA MUNCH (#958024)

ENVIROKIDZ KOALA CRISP (#958021)

Alti Plano says their hot cereals are tested and certified

gluten free with no cross contamination. They include:

ENJOY LIFE FOODS GRANOLA (cinnamon crunch

- very berry - cranapple crunch) is certified gluten free by the Gluten

Free Certification Organization, a program of the Gluten Intolerance

Group. (#958001 & #958002)

Both ENER-G FOODS and KINNIKINNICK offer a

selection of GLUTEN FREE DOUGHNUTS (#952013) and MUFFINS. (#957061)

There are a number of good gluten free pancake and waffle

mixes on the market, too, including:

FAST AND FRESH MINUTE WAFFLE MIX,

NAMASTE FOODS WAFFLE AND PANCAKE MIX

(#956014)

KINNIKINNICK FOODS PANCAKE & WAFFLE

MIX (#956037)

Frozen Waffles:

LIFE STREAM MESA SUNRISE OR BUCKWHEAT

WILDBERRY WAFFLES are isolated from products containing gluten and the

processing equipment is thoroughly cleaned before they're made.

VAN'S WHEAT FREE (AND GLUTEN FREE) TOASTER

WAFFLES include blueberry, original flavor or minis.

Syrup:

For those who like syrup on their pancakes and waffles, AUNT JEMIMA says

their Original or Lite syrups are gluten free. According to B & G Foods,

VERMONT MAID sugar free syrup is also gluten free and the manufacturers of

LOG CABIN COUNTRY KITCHEN SYRUP or Golden Griddle Syrup say their products

are also gluten free.

Sausage and Bacon:

Sausage and Bacon are natural complements to waffles. Manufacturers report

the following products to be gluten free: Shelton's Turkey Breakfast Sausage

(0-48481-00981-5), Jennie-O Turkey Store Fresh Breakfast Sausage (mild links

- mild patties - maple links), Land O' Frost Canadian Style Bacon, Applegate

Farms Turkey Bacon, and Hormel Canadian Style Bacon.

New Granola:

A relative newcomer to the gluten-free cereal aisle is BAKERY ON MAIN

GRANOLA. It comes in five flavors which are carried on our web

site: (#958010, #958011, #958012, #958045 and #958046).

The easy egg and ham ramekin breakfast is one that Beth makes

frequently.

2 slices of ham (Boar’s Head Rosemary Ham is good)

3 eggs or 6 egg whites, lightly beaten

NOW ON SPECIAL - January

1st, 2008

This month we have products from these brands on special:

Larabar - 10% off

Lesser Evil - 10% off

's Gone Crackers - 10% off

Perky O's Cereals - 10% off

Thai Kitchen - 10% off

Bumble Bar - Tasty Tropical

Regular Price: $2.19

SPECIAL PRICE: $1.99

Bumble Bar - Chocolate Crisp

Regular Price: $1.89

SPECIAL PRICE: $1.69

Bumble Bar - Chunky Cherry

Regular Price: $2.19

SPECIAL PRICE: $1.99

Bragg - Liquid Aminos

Regular Price: $3.99

SPECIAL PRICE: $3.39

Enjoy Life Foods - Not Nuts Beach Bash

Regular Price: $3.29

SPECIAL PRICE: $2.69

Glutino - Pretzels Twist - Family Bag

Regular Price: $5.99

SPECIAL PRICE: $5.35

Glutino - Pretzel Sticks - Family Bag

Regular Price: $5.99

SPECIAL PRICE: $5.35

Please note that monthly specials may not be used with case discounts and are

available only while supplies last. In case of a pricing discrepancy, the

listed price on www.glutenfree.com will apply

We carry over 650 gluten-free products from brands such

as:

'Cause You're Special, Alti Plano, Amy's, Ancient Harvest,

ANDI, Annie's, Arico, Bakery On Main, Barkat, Bi-Aglut, Bionaturae, Blue

Diamond, Bob's Red Mill, Breads From , Bumble Bar, Cerrone, Chebe,

Cherrybrook Kitchen, Cook in the Kitchen, Cream Hill Estates, Credentials,

Dakota Lakes, Dowd & , Dr. Schar, and Sons, Ener-G, Enjoy

Life Foods, Erewhon, Food-Tek, Freeda, Glutano, Gluten-Free Pantry, Glutino,

Guiltless, Health Valley, Heinz, Hendrickson's, IMCG, Jennies, Jo-Sef

Glutin-Fre-ee, Kari-out, Kingsmill, Kinnikinnick, Kitchen Resource, Kitchen

Table Bakers, La Tortilla Factory, Larabar, Lesser Evil, Let's Do Organic,

Lundberg, 's Gone Crackers, Maxwell's Kitchen, Midel, Missy's, Modern,

Mother's Mountain, My Own Meals, Namaste, Nature's Path, New Morning,

Nielsen-Massey, Omega, Organic Trails, Organicville, Orgran, Pamela's

Products, Pastariso, Pastato, Perky's Natural Foods, Premier Japan,

Publications, PureFit, Really Great Food, Road's End Organics, Running

Rabbit, San-J, Shelton's, Sorella, Spectrum, Tasty Bite, Thai Kitchen,

Tinkyada, Troy's, Vance's, Wizard, Zojirushi and many more!

You can also place your order over the phone by calling

our customer service team.

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