You’ve probably heard stories from people who say they can’t eat wheat in the U.S. but can eat it in Europe. This rumored phenomenon has led many to believe there’s something wrong with U.S. wheat. Maybe it contains more gluten or chemicals or is processed differently? Whatever the case, many people blame U.S. wheat for […]
Celiac Disease Information
Good For You Gluten Free offers the most comprehensive information available about celiac disease and related gluten disorders. Whether you're trying to figure out how to test for celiac disease, understanding what causes celiac disease, or you're trying to better understand the differences and similarities between gluten sensitivity vs. celiac disease, Good For You Gluten Free has you covered.
27 Practical Tips for Traveling Gluten-Free
Traveling gluten-free can be riddled with fear and anxiety, but it doesn’t have to be that way with a bit of planning and forethought. This article includes the many travel tips I’ve gleaned over my 10+ years of traveling the world while following a strict gluten-free diet. I hope these tips will help you travel […]
5 Celiac Disease Coping Strategies from a Mental Health Professional
I invited Michelle Kostic to share her celiac disease coping strategies with the Good For You Gluten Free community. Kostic is a licensed (LPCC) mental health counselor specializing in trauma. For many of us in the gluten-free community, a celiac disease or gluten intolerance diagnosis triggers grief, isolation, and embarrassment, all of which can weigh […]
Does Gluten Intolerance Increase After a Gluten-Free Diet?
This article discusses whether gluten intolerance becomes more severe after a gluten-free diet and whether or not a person can become more sensitive to gluten over time. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosures. Many people with celiac disease and gluten intolerance find that their gluten sensitivity worsens after they’ve been on […]
Do Convection Ovens, Toasters, Microwaves, and Air-Fryers Pose a Gluten Cross-Contact Risk?
Are you curious if common kitchen appliances, like a convection oven or toaster, pose a threat of gluten cross-contact or contamination? In this article, I’ll explore the risk, supported by data, to help you make an educated decision about what appliances you can safely use when following a gluten-free diet. This post contains affiliate links. […]
Is Celiac Disease a Disability?
Curious if celiac disease is a disability covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act? I’ll explain how, in many cases, celiac disease is classified as a disability and how that impacts workplaces, schools, camps, restaurants, prisons, and other places where food is served. Please see my disclosures. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that impacts […]