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How to tell your friends and relatives - or your date - that you can't have even a crumb of gluten? How to survive holidays and parties? And what if you're hosting a gluten-free guest? Read on, for help with all of these problems.
Tips for Dining Out
Whether you're a newly diagnosed celiac or an experienced gluten-free dieter, here are some tips to help you dine out safely.
How to Prepare for a Gluten-Free Guest
Preparing food for a guest with food allergies or intolerances is not an activity to undertake lightly, because the guest's health is at stake. This doesn't mean you should be afraid to invite a gluten-free guest to your home -- it just means you need to prepare in some special ways.
Restaurant Menu Terms That Mean “Gluten”
Eating in restaurants is challenging for people with celiac disease. Learn these common menu terms that usually means there's gluten in the food.
The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide, 3rd Edition (2008-2009)
The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide, 3rd Edition should really be called "Thousands of Restaurants With Chefs Who Know What Gluten Is, Plus Extensive Lists Of Gluten-Free Menu Items At Chain Restaurants, Plus Tips For Safe Gluten-Free Dining."
Restaurant Cards: Don't Leave Home Without Them
Restaurant Cards contain descriptions of the gluten-free diet in a variety of languages, to help restaurant staff understand the needs of the celiac patron. Restaurant cards are essential if you are not fluent in the local language.
Celiac-Friendly Restaurant Directories
A variety of directories – by no means exhaustive – are available to help you find restaurants that offer gluten-free menu items.
Gift Ideas for the People on Gluten-Free Diets
Know someone with a gluten allergy? If you'd like to sweeten a holiday or a special occasion, there are plenty of gift options for recipients who are on gluten-free diets.
Guide to Finding Gluten-Free Beer
Celiac patients and others on gluten-free diets have a widening variety of truly tasty gluten-free beers to choose from.
Thanksgiving and Christmas: Tips for Making Holiday Foods Gluten-Free
Will there be celiac guests at your Thanksgiving or Christmas table this year? Here are some tips for making traditional holiday food safe for people on gluten-free diets.
Throw a Gluten-Free Cupcake Party and Raise Funds for Research
Invite your friends – or your child’s friends – over for a gluten-free cupcake party, to to increase awareness about celiac disease, raise money for research, and show that gluten-free goodies can be tasty!
Celiac Support Groups
The local chapters of these national organizations will provide you with support, guidance, and tips for gluten-free shopping, dining, and socializing in your area.

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