I received a comment on my blog the other day from a lady who made a wonderful website. From what I can gather it will list and show all the GF restaurants in one area!!! Here is the link:www.theceliacscene.com
I apologize for not updating this more regularly, but its because I have been very busy getting everything settled for my new apartment!
That being said, here is an interesting topic, Starbucks coffee! So I know that we all love to treat ourselves once in a while to a good cup of joe/latte/hot chocolate, but what I've noticed recently is that some places hide gluten in their syrups and drink mixes. I use starbucks as an example, but its important to always ask the server/barista if you could see the list of ingredients for their drink mix. I have noticed that many places have gluten in their hot chocolate mix.... so make sure to ask! Another helpful thing to do is check out their website. Starbucks, for example, has a contact number that you can call and find out about their products. Here is what is written on their website:
Where can I find allergen information?
For specific questions related to allergens please contact a customer care representative at 1-800-23LATTE. Due to potential cross contamination during distribution and sale, we cannot guarantee that allergens are not included in a product, even if they are not listed in the ingredient statement.
For specific questions related to allergens please contact a customer care representative at 1-800-23LATTE. Due to potential cross contamination during distribution and sale, we cannot guarantee that allergens are not included in a product, even if they are not listed in the ingredient statement.
Hope this helps!
Ally :)
Hey Ally, our mutual friend Matt Robertson pointed me to your blog, but this is the first time I've had a chance to drop by. :) Glad you're enjoying the Wet Coast ;), I had my fill of it for a total of 14 years!
ReplyDeleteAnyway since I'm on dial up, I haven't done a thorough search of your blog, so I'm not sure if you've covered cosmetics or not.
After Almay discontinued their lipstick I was forced to go looking for new safe products. I asked at Marcelle and received the following email reply. Hope it helps some of your followers! :)
Tammy Murray
Dear Consumer,
We would like to thank you for your interest in Marcelle® Cosmetics products. We apologize for the delay in sending this email.
Further to your phone call, we are pleased to inform you that the vast majority of our products do not contain any gluten or gluten-derived ingredients. This should make your next Marcelle® Cosmetics product purchases easier. Please note, however, that our Healthy Lash Mascara contains wheat amino-acids, our Roll-On Deodorant contains wheat germ glycerides, our I-Bronze Sun-Kissed Glow Moisturizing Cloths contain Sodium cocoyl amino acids and our NEW.AGE Comforting Foaming Cleanser contains hydrolyzed oats. It is therefore very important for you to avoid these four products. The rest of our regular lineup should not represent any danger for external use.
Also, although are products are hypo-allergenic, we cannot be deemed admissible of liability on the part of our company or its suppliers with respect to any damage claim related to gluten or gluten derivative allergies following the use of our products.
For anyone with a known allergy or with sensitive skin, we strongly recommend always performing a patch test before using any new skin care product of any brand.
The patch test is helps determine if one may have allergic sensitivity to a product. It is best performed by first applying the product on the inside of the wrist or elbow and wait 24 hours to observe any skin reactions or irritations. If the skin does not present any abnormalities following the first application on the inside of the elbow, then the product may be applied on the neck. Once again, it is best to keep the product on the skin for a minimum of 24 hours and evaluate how the skin reacts to it. If there are no reactions on the neck, it is highly unlikely that the product would cause a reaction on facial
skin.
All Content within this email is provided for informational purposes only; is not a substitute for professional medical advice, care, diagnosis or treatment. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, you should contact your professional healthcare provider through appropriate means.
Please note that if at any time you are not entirely satisfied with one of our products, you can return it to the place of purchase for an exchange or full refund, with proof of purchase. Please do not hesitate to contact us again if we can be of further assistance to you or should you require additional information.
Sincerely,
Isabel P. Picard
Directrice Relations publiques et consommateurs
Public and Consumer Relations Director
Groupe Marcelle Inc.
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Thank you Tammy! It is always helpful to get information from fellow Celiacs! I hope you like the blog and feel free to add your comments. I love getting feedback!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Allyson