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Wheat Allergies

Living with Wheat Allergies and Celiac Disease

Wheat Allergy: What You Need to Know

Learn the signs and symptoms of wheat allergy, as well as the difference between wheat allergy and Celiac disease.

The Basics of Wheat Allergy and Celiac Disease

Managing without wheat is two-sided. On one hand, wheat is in more foods than you might guess -- not just baked goods and pasta, but also sauces and a vast number of processed foods. On the other, the wide range of people who adopt wheat-free diets (due to allergies, autoimmune disorders, other health conditions) means that wheat-free alternatives to most common foods are available at well-sto…

Foods to Avoid on a Wheat-Free Diet

What ingredients indicate the presence of wheat protein in food?

Foods to Avoid on a Gluten Free Diet

Have you been diagnosed with celiac disease? Here are a list of foods to avoid on your gluten free diet.

Wheat-Free Recipes

A collection of wheat-free recipes and gluten-free recipes for main dishes, snacks, sides, and more.

Foods to Avoid on a Wheat-Free Diet

Eating with a wheat allergy? Here's what to avoid on a wheat free diet.

I'm Allergic to Wheat. Can I Drink Vodka?

If you have celiac disease or a wheat allergy, can you drink vodka? Find out about whether you can drink vodka or other distilled alcohol with a wheat allergy.

Beyond Rice and Corn: Wheat-Free Grain Alternatives You May N…

Look at any prepackaged wheat-free or gluten-free specialty food, and it's almost a guarantee you'll find rice, corn, or potatoes among the ingredients. These starches are among the major dietary staples for many with wheat allergies or celiac disease. But lesser-known grains can add variety to your diet, and many grains less common grains are nutritional powerhouses. Here's an introduction to…

Gluten-Free Pasta

All about buying, reading labels for, and what to expect from different kinds of wheat-free pasta and gluten-free pasta

Can I Take Christian Holy Communion If I Have a Wheat Allergy or Celiac Disease?

Is there a safe way to take Holy Communion if you have a wheat allergy or celiac disease? Several options that have worked for celiacs and wheat allergic Christians of many denominations.

Using Wheat-Free Flours

There's no perfect substitute for wheat flour for people with wheat allergies or celiac disease. Learn about the different types of wheat-free and gluten-free flour and how they're best used.

Play Doughs and Wheat Allergies

Did you know that commercial play doughs contain wheat? Find out how to keep your allergic child safe and some substitutes for play at home and at school.

Clearing Your Cabinets of Gluten: 10 Pantry Items to Check First

Ten common pantry staples that often contain gluten -- check these first when you start your wheat-free or gluten-free diet to make sure they're not in your home.

Top 20 Gluten-Free Flours

How to use twenty grains, beans, and flours in wheat- and gluten-free cookery. From About.com's Guide to Gluten-Free Cooking.

5 Tips for New Gluten-Free Cooks

Just getting started with wheat-free or gluten-free cooking? Here are some tips and tricks that will make your life much easier. From About.com's Guide to Gluten-Free Cooking.

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