For years, gluten-free has been one of the top U.S. food trends, but it is GMO awareness that is currently uniting Americans who care about food quality and safety. You have a right to know what is in your food and GMO awareness is all about getting the facts and being able to make an educated food choice to protect your family’s health. As consumers become more aware, they overwhelmingly choose to buy non-GMO.  The gluten-free community should be no different.  Did you know most of the processed gluten-free foods sold in America contain GMO’s? If you answered no, you're not alone.

What are GMO’s?

GMOs, or “genetically modified organisms,” are plants or animals created through the gene splicing techniques of biotechnology (also called genetic engineering, or GE). This experimental technology merges DNA from different species, creating unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacterial and viral genes that cannot occur in nature or in traditional crossbreeding.

Are GMOs safe?

Most developed nations do not consider GMOs to be safe. In nearly 50 countries around the world, including Australia, Japan, and all of the countries in the European Union, there are significant restrictions or outright bans on the production and sale of GMOs. Click here to read the full post...

Lady Gaga recently became the latest celebrity to eliminate gluten from her diet.

According to the Australian paper Sky News, Lady Gaga (real name Stefani Germanotta) is supposedly on a mission to lose 10 pounds and has chosen to ditch the gluten in order to do so.  She is hoping that eating gluten-free will give her the energy she needs to power through the remaining legs of her international tour.

"Gaga has decided to go on a major body blitz and cut out all gluten and wheat from her diet, which is very hard to do," Sky News' source reports. "She has given her people strict instruction to advise staff at venues and restaurants about her new diet because she is taking it very seriously."

Does Gaga have celiac?  Is she intolerant or sensitive to gluten?

No.  She is simply going gluten-free in an attempt to lose weight!

So our question to you is this...

Do you think it's beneficial for the gluten-free community when big celebrities bring the gluten-free diet into the spotlight or do you think this publicity simply gives the general public the idea that eating gluten-free is nothing more than a fad diet?

What say you?!

(Source: Huffington Post)

There have been a few recent reports and blog posts about the effect that coffee has on those of us with celiac disease, gluten intolerance and other gluten sensitivities.  So, being the super sleuthy, investigative journalists that we are here at Gluten-Free Saver, we wanted to provide you with some research and ask your opinion on the matter...

In it's purest form, coffee does NOT contain any gluten.  So what's the big fuss?

Well, according to Dr. David Clark's YouTube video on the subject, "coffee cross-reacts with gluten antibodies."  In fact, Dr. Clark claims that the "most common cross-reactor to gluten is coffee."

What this means in plain English is that your immune system may think that these antibodies are gluten and therefore, your body could respond as if you've ingested gluten!

Does this mean that everyone who has an intolerance or sensitivity to gluten will have a cross-reaction to coffee?

No.  And if you're curious to find out if you are cross-reacting to coffee, there's actually a lab test available. However, you'll have to consult with your doctor and get some very expensive lab testing in order to find out that answer.

Most of the experts out there simply recommend anyone who has celiac disease or gluten intolerance to avoid coffee, it's as simple as that.  This is devastating news for those coffee fanatics out there. But hey, if it makes you feel better, isn't it worth cutting coffee out of your diet?

So, what do you think?  Do you notice that you feel a bit off after drinking coffee?  Do you agree with Dr. Clark?

Feel free to post your thoughts below and let us know!

You probably know that May is Celiac Awareness Month.  But, did you know that there are a ton of fun ways for you to help raise awareness...and get some FREE gluten-free goodies in the process?
Here are 7 great ways for you to raise some awareness, have fun and possibly win some cool stuff:
1) Get a Dollar, Give a Dollar with Rudi’s Gluten Free Bakery
Rudi’s “Spread the Bread” campaign for celiac awareness month is a great way to donate money while saving on Rudi’s delicious products. After donating $1 to the gluten-free charity of your choice, you will be able to download a coupon for $1 off of any Rudi’s products. Click here to check it out.
2) Celiac Disease Foundation Giveaway
CDF is giving away gluten-free goodies galore!  To win, visit the NEW Resource Directory and enter your email address in the "Sign Up" box at the top of the page. The 500th person to enter will win $100 worth of sweet gluten-free treats and more!
3) DeBoles® Gluten-Free Pasta Party
Rediscover the simple pleasure of a pasta night with the family.  Make your Celiac Awareness Month celebration complete with a pasta party!  Visit NFCA’s Facebook page starting and click on the DeBoles Gluten-Free Pasta Party album (it’s under Photos). Leave a comment on one of the photos and you’ll be entered to win one of 5 giveaways. Each winner will receive 3 boxes of DeBoles Gluten-Free Pasta, courtesy of The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.  Visit NFCA on Facebook
4) Cupcakes For A Cause
Hosted by the American Celiac Disease Alliance, this Facebook contest invites you to post pictures of cupcakes that you've baked in an effort to raise awareness for gluten-free labeling.  Post your pics on the Cupcakes for a Cause Facebook Page for a chance to win some cool prizes! 
5) FREE eBook Beyond Your Gluten-Free Diet: 4 Steps to a Better Life with Celiac Disease
From the guys who brought you CeliAct - a nutritional supplement that's custom-made for individuals living with celiac disease - this exclusive eBook provides you with 4 important steps to help you live a better life with celiac! Click here to download the eBook.
6) Educate Yourself
Udi's has created a great board on Pinterest that's filled with several facts about celiac disease.  Click here to check out the Udi's Pinterest Board.
7) Get Social On Gluten-Free Faces
Gluten-Free Faces is the most trusted network on the Internet dedicated to everything gluten-free. ...

Domino's Pizza has launched a gluten-free pizza crust at all of its nearly 5,000 stores in the U.S. It is the first national delivery chain to offer a gluten-free crust.

However, this news comes with a heavy disclaimer (see the video below for full disclaimer)...

The company consulted with the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, which offers an official accreditation program to restaurants that serve gluten-free items. Here's where things get a bit tricky though. Domino's explains in a press release:

"While Domino's new Gluten Free Crust is appropriate for those with mild gluten sensitivity, Domino's and the NFCA do not recommend it for those with celiac disease. Domino's and the NFCA found that while the crust is certified as gluten free, current store operations at Domino's cannot guarantee that each handcrafted pizza will be completely free from gluten."

In short, the gluten-free pizza crust is made in a facility where there is gluten present, so the company doesn't recommend the crust for those with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivity. For more FAQs, see Domino's Facebook page.

We would LOVE to hear your thoughts about this, so feel free to post in the comments below!  Are you excited?  Would you give the pizza a try, knowing that there's a risk of cross-contamination?

Domino's also made a video about the crust that explains why Domino's is so excited about the product, and also discusses the risks of eating the crust if you have celiac disease: