A new study from researchers at the University of Seville’s Department of Microbiology and Parasitology in Spain brings clarity to a question that has concerned many in the gluten free and celiac disease community: Can biodegradable or compostable plates made from plant-based materials contaminate gluten free foods?

As eco-friendly tableware becomes more widely used in restaurants, schools, catered events, hospitals, and take-out settings, understanding whether these products are safe for people with celiac disease is increasingly important. This new research, published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, is the first to thoroughly evaluate gluten transfer from biodegradable tableware under real-world conditions.

The researchers examined eight types of biodegradable plates, cups, and straws made from materials such as wheat straw, wheat pulp, palm leaf, and sugarcane.

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What are your favorite comfort foods or dishes when you're not feeling well? The Baltimore GF Community shares their's.

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Happy New Year! I am sending you my gratitude for entering a new year with me. These are the 3 wishes I have for our community in the coming year.

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In the latest episode of the Celiac Project:

Mike and Cam close out the year with a fun and thought-provoking New Year’s episode. They dive into surprising results from a Harris Poll by Beyond Celiac, for a “Stump Mike and Cam” style podcast, revealing some stunning insights on how the general American public really understands celiac disease.

With gluten-free beers in hand, they react to questions about dining out, travel, and social situations while sharing honest takes, a few laughs, and reflections on where awareness is improving—and where there’s still work to do. Join them for a festive, eye-opening way to ring in the New Year and celebrate 2025!

Listen to the full episode here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com/

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The new Gluten Free Cheez It crackers are out on some store shelves! I found them at my local Target in Towson, MD.

Hear what my family thinks, including my older daughter who does not need to eat gluten free and has had regular Cheez It recently. If you want to see photos of the ingredients and nutritional values, please head over to Baltimore Gluten Free on Facebook and Instagram.

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Gluten free treats and sweets are everywhere during the holidays. From chocolates to candy canes, find out what is safe and labeled gluten free.

See the full list here: https://www.goglutenfreely.com/gluten-free-christmas-candy/

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If you need some last minute, DIY gifts for people (gluten free or not), GF Jules is here to help!

From cookie mixes in a jar to infused olive oil and vanilla, she's got great ideas for anyone still on your list.

Get inspired here: https://gfjules.com/gluten-free-gifts-for-foodies/

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Sprouts Farmers Market has issued a recall for its Sprouts Organic Gluten-Free Four Cheese Lasagna after the product “tested positive for gluten above the acceptable limits for Gluten-Free certification.” The recall, dated December 16, 2025, underscores the serious risks mislabeling can pose for people with celiac disease or gluten allergies, for whom even small amounts of gluten can trigger significant—and sometimes “life-threatening”—reactions, as noted in the Sprouts notice.

The recall affects shoppers across a wide geographic footprint. According to its website, Sprouts Farmers Market operates in approximately 24 states, with its highest concentration of stores in California, followed by Texas, Florida, Arizona, and Colorado. The chain also has stores in states such as Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Tennessee, among others.

The product is packaged in a 9-ounce brown and yellow box bearing a picture of the lasagna, and can be identified by the UPC code 6-46670-51140.

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