According to a recent article over at the Orlando Sentinel, it looks like the FDA is in the process of establishing a definition for gluten free.  The hope is that with a clear definition of what gluten free is, we will start to see more accurate labels on grocery store foods.

Here is an excerpt from their post:

FDA coming to terms with “gluten-free.” The agency is working to establish a definition for “gluten-free” so that the words can be used accurately on food labels. The FDA proposal could give labeling approval to food that does not contain 20 parts per million or more gluten.

Although the allowable amounts are small, the consequences are huge for those 1 out of 100 Americans who suffer from celiac disease, the best-known form of gluten intolerance. The disease is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the small intestine triggered by ingesting certain storage proteins, commonly referred to as “gluten,” that naturally occur in some cereal grains.

The FDA could make a decision in August, but it is more likely the ruling with the definition will come out in September or October.

Here is today’s batch of Celiac news and notes:

• The Gluten Free RN has listed the questions that need answers regarding Celiac Disease. There are definitely some questions here that need answered. Hopefully as more people are diagnosed, these questions will finally get answered.
• Global Healing examines food intolerance vs. food allergies.  As a father of two young children, I found this to be a particularly interesting post.

More news today surrounding Celiac Disease and living gluten free. Here are a few you might have an interest in:

• The Baltimore Sun recommends trying flatbreads if you can’t find a good gluten free pizza crust.
• The Chronic Health Blog investigates the cause of Celiac Disease.
• WSLS talks about how gluten free options are increasing.

Got some Celiac related news?  Let us know!

Sorry for recent lack of posts.  My computer is having some problems and it will probably be the end of the week before things return back to normal.   In the meantime, here are some Celiac News & Blog Notes I’ve collected.  Enjoy!

• A British Columbia doctor is now urging increased screening for Celiac Disease.  The doctor is concerned with the number of undiagnosed people that are developing serious complications.
• Want to help a food manufacturer develop gluten free products?  You can now offer your input by filling out this survey.  Survey should take less than 5 minutes.

Any news that you’d like to see covered here?  Let us know!

More good stuff in today’s Celiac news and blog notes:

• Forward.com shares their Celiac Passover Story.
• According to a scientific study, scientists have found a link between celiac disease and psoriasis.
• There is now a new website dedicated to gluten free traveling called GlutenFreeTravelSite.com.  Users can submit reviews of their gluten free traveling for others to read.

Any useful information we missed?  Let us know!