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Gluten-free support for patients/carers Naturally occurring gluten-free foods Potatoes and other root vegetables Rice, quinoa, buckwheat Pulses like beans, lentils and chickpeas All fresh vegetables and fruits All plain meat, fish, dairy foods, eggs Nuts and seeds Cider and wine (Dietician reviewed, Boots.com) Where can I buy gluten-free products? Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Marks & Spencer have their own ‘Free From’ range. Morrisons and Asda have pledged a Gluten-free Guarantee (GfG) making eight staple gluten-free foods available in all their stores. For a more extensive list please visit: https://www.coeliac.org.uk/document-library/126gluten-free-checklist/?return=/gluten-free-diet-andlifestyle/gf-diet/ Other brands to look out for in shops: BFree (https://uk.bfreefoods.com/) Schar (http://nowinuk.schar.com/) Warburtons (www.newburnbakehouse.com/) Genius (http://www.geniusglutenfree.com/) Udi’s (www.udisglutenfree.co.uk/) and lots more! Pharmacists can order pharmacy-only brands such as Glutafin for you. Please make sure you ask for the price before placing an order. Reading food labels Gluten-free ingredients and substitutions When buying gluten-free food you should always: Look for a “gluten-free” statement Look for a “suitable for Coeliacs” statement Look for the crossed-grain symbol Check the ingredients for wheat, barley and rye – these should be highlighted or in bold Look for “may contain traces of gluten” Look for “made on a line handling cereal” Look for “made in factory using wheat” Allergy boxes are being phased out so always crossreference against ingredients. If you are unsure then contact the manufacturer or Coeliac UK (Food and Drinks Team). Gluten-free flours: These include flours made from rice, soy, chestnut, buckwheat, corn, potato, and chickpea (gram flour). Xanthan gum: A powder that greatly aids gluten-free baking. Xanthan gum, to some extent, replaces the elastic qualities that gluten-free flours lack. Gluten-free baking powder: Now widely available in the baking sections of supermarkets (NB: bicarbonate of soda is naturally gluten-free). Pasta and noodles: Rice noodles are gluten-free as are the varieties of soba noodles made entirely from buckwheat. Grains: Use quinoa in the place of couscous or bulgur wheat for salads and side dishes. If semolina is needed, you can substitute it with an equivalent grade (eg. coarse or fine) polenta or ground rice. *Always check all food labels* 1 Gluten-free support for patients/carers Reviews Useful Tips Every year- you should see your GP to: measure your height and weight review your symptoms consider the need for assessment of diet and adherence to the gluten-free diet consider the need for specialist dietetic and nutritional advice discuss vaccinations Your GP or Consultant may want to do: a bone scan blood tests Always check all food labels Adhering to a gluten-free diet will reduce the risk of long-term complications Seek information from healthcare professionals Use store locators on supermarket websites to find your nearest Lots of recipes are available online and gluten-free recipe books can be bought or downloaded Contact manufacturers for free samples Attend local meetings of the South Hertfordshire Coeliac Patient Group of Coeliac UK Subscribe to newsletters Register to Coeliac UK at www.coeliac.org.uk If you experience any changes to your health always book an appointment with your GP. Coeliac UK Support The UK's leading charity for people affected by coeliac disease is Coeliac UK. Their website (www.coeliac.org.uk) contains a range of useful resources, including information on glutenfree diets and specific products, as well as the details of local groups, volunteering and ongoing campaigns. Download the smartphone app, Coeliac UK-Glutenfree on the Move, it helps those with the condition manage every element of their diet; whether shopping for food or finding somewhere to eat out. The charity also has a telephone helpline on 0333 332 2033 available Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm). Or, look for them on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. www.facebook.com/CoeliacUK If you require support please see your community pharmacist or GP; your GP can refer you to a dietician or consultant for expert advice. More information is available on NHS Choices website to help you learn more about how best to manage your diet and health. There are sections on diagnosis, treatment and complications, and a forum for people to share their experiences and ask questions. www.nhs.uk/conditions/coeliac-disease To contact the local group please email: [email protected] Acknowledgements Coeliac UK 2 ICC