Summary of 2024 oat testing data from Gluten Free Watchdog
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
2w ago
For background, please see the post, “Gluten-free oats remain complicated as 2023 comes to a close: New article from Gluten Free Watchdog” available at:  https://www.glutenfreewatchdog.org/news/gluten-free-oats-remain-complicated-as-2023-comes-to-a-close-new-article-from-gluten-free-watchdog/ Summary of 2024 testing data Twenty-six products (representing 1+ packages of each product) were tested in 2024 that contained oats as an ingredient. Five of these 26 products tested with […] The post Summary of 2024 oat testing data from Gluten Free Watchdog appeared first on Gluten Free Watchdog ..read more
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Final FDA guidance published on evaluating the public health importance of food allergens other than the major food allergens: What are the implications for gluten?
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
3w ago
This month (January 2025) the FDA published the final guidance, “Evaluating the Public Health Importance of Food Allergens Other Than the Major Food Allergens Listed in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: Guidance for FDA Staff and Interested Parties.” It is available at  https://www.fda.gov/media/157637/download?attachment. Gluten Free Watchdog submitted comments on the draft. This week, […] The post Final FDA guidance published on evaluating the public health importance of food allergens other than the major food allergens: What are the implications for gluten? appeared first on G ..read more
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Trader Joe’s responds to Gluten Free Watchdog’s meeting request about gluten-free rolled oats
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
2M ago
Bottom Line: Gluten Free Watchdog reached out to Trader Joe’s asking for a conference to discuss how to make gluten-free claims on Trader Joe’s gluten-free rolled oats reliable. Trader Joe’s response was basically, no thank you. Trader Joe’s believes their oats are in compliance with the gluten-free labeling rule. They are calling the results of […] The post Trader Joe’s responds to Gluten Free Watchdog’s meeting request about gluten-free rolled oats appeared first on Gluten Free Watchdog ..read more
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Product warning for Progresso Manhattan Clam Chowder from Gluten Free Watchdog
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
3M ago
Bottom line: This soup is labeled gluten-free and lists yeast extract in the ingredients. Per the manufacturer, the yeast extract is derived from barley. Gluten Free Watchdog has long recommended that individuals with celiac disease avoid products NOT labeled gluten-free containing the ingredient “yeast extract” unless the manufacturer confirms the source to be gluten-free. It […] The post Product warning for Progresso Manhattan Clam Chowder from Gluten Free Watchdog appeared first on Gluten Free Watchdog ..read more
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How to file a gluten-free food complaint with the FDA starting October 1, 2024: The process has changed
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
4M ago
On October 1, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration updated the way in which consumers must go about reporting food-related issues to the agency. You will no longer contact an FDA consumer complaint coordinator. Reports should now be filed with the Human Foods Program either by phone or through the online safety reporting portal: The […] The post How to file a gluten-free food complaint with the FDA starting October 1, 2024: The process has changed appeared first on Gluten Free Watchdog ..read more
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Next up in the immediate testing queue at Gluten Free Watchdog (9/24/24)
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
4M ago
The products in the photo have been requested for testing by subscribers to Gluten Free Watchdog. They will be sent to the lab this week. Requests are made for any number of reasons, including peace of mind regarding favorite foods. Related The post Next up in the immediate testing queue at Gluten Free Watchdog (9/24/24) appeared first on Gluten Free Watchdog ..read more
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Correcting the Record: Gluten Free Watchdog’s Testing of Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Almost Everything Bagels
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
6M ago
Background For those of you who have not been following the Moms Across America testing of gluten-free labeled products, and in particular Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Almost Everything Bagels, here are links to the test results which have been moved to the public side of the website, along with a more concise summary: Test results: https://www.glutenfreewatchdog.org/product/trader-joes-gf-almost-everything-bagels-2024/1348 […] The post Correcting the Record: Gluten Free Watchdog’s Testing of Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Almost Everything Bagels appeared first on Gluten Free Watchdog ..read more
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Test result from Moms Across America for Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Almost Everything Bagels Possible False Positive
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
7M ago
Gluten Free Watchdog tested Trader Joe’s Almost Everything Bagels due to consumer concerns over the results of testing commissioned by the group Moms Across America. This is a complex test report summary. Please bear with us as we try to explain the discrepancy between the Moms Across America test results and Gluten Free Watchdog test results. Bottom line: The test result from Moms Across America for Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Almost Everything Bagels may be a false positive, especially if the lab did not use extra protein to prevent non-specific binding (please see explanation below). As a remi ..read more
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Yeast extract confusion redux
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
1y ago
In 2019, we wrote about a consumer complaint we received for a labeled gluten-free soup. The product includes the ingredient “flavors (including yeast extract).” Long story short, the consumer who contacted us was told by customer service representatives that brewer’s yeast is the source of the yeast extract. However, she did not receive a definitive answer regarding whether the brewer’s yeast is spent brewer’s yeast. Fast forward to 2024. Gluten Free Watchdog received a consumer inquiry about the autolyzed yeast extract ingredient in Idahoan Cheesy Scalloped Homestyle Casserole. The consumer ..read more
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Recall notices for undeclared wheat: Why is celiac disease not mentioned in company announcements?
Gluten Free Watchdog
by Tricia Thompson
1y ago
Celiac disease is serious. It would be helpful if manufacturers and the FDA acknowledged this in recall notices for undeclared wheat. This is particularly important when a product is labeled gluten-free or makes a “made with no gluten-containing ingredients”* claim on product packaging. Two recent recalls for undeclared wheat state in the company announcement that, “People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.” BUT there is no mention of the risk to folks with celiac disease. Wegmans Food M ..read more
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