It’s more than just switching your diet. When it comes to Celiac Disease and food allergies, cross-contamination prevention must take number one importance. Here is the quick and “dirty” guide to keeping things safe!

What is cross-contamination? “The process by which bacteria or other microorganisms are unintentionally transferred from one substance or object to another, through improper or unsterile equipment, procedures, or products, resulting in with harmful effects.”

Whether you need to convert your life to gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, tree nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, corn-free, shellfish-free, etc., cross-contamination prevention must take precedence right off the bat. These practices are not only for the first few months or when you’re preparing food for a gluten-free loved one. They must always be set in place and must always be practiced with care. Mainly focusing on gluten contamination, but these guidelines apply to any allergen (swap the word gluten with your chooses allergen!). Here is a quick and dirty clean guide to follow to ensure that evil gluten ninjas don’t end up karate chopping your stomach!Read More