Comments on: Easter Candy

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:46:58 +0000

thank you Mary Claire and Heather for your quick responses. I am a bit frustrated right now; this site does help.

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:23:52 +0000

Cheryl, You bring up a very good point, and I agree with Mary Claire. Cross-contamination is always a risk, especially in a restaurant setting where foods with gluten & wheat are being prepared. If you are highly sensitive, you may want to stick to those food products that are certified gluten-free or manufactured on dedicated gluten-free equipment. Hope you’re feeling better soon.

By: Mary Claire

Mary Claire — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:31:41 +0000

Hi Cheryl,

Unfortunately, the restaurant is not required to say it’s gluten-free. They don’t have a certified gluten-free facility. I’m sure other items in the restaurant are made with gluten and cross-contamination happens easily. I found this on Answers.com: “Powdered sugar is usually gluten-free, but it is important to always check the label. Some brands even label the package as gluten-free. Most commercial powdered sugars are blended with corn starch to keep them fluffy. Occasionally, some manufacturers have been known to use wheat products instead of corn starch, so ALWAYS check the label every time you buy!”

You may have a secondary allergy to corn as well. I just found out I had a secondary allergy to dairy. Because you are very sensitive, you must steer clear of artificial colorings and flavorings. This makes things so difficult. I’m sorry you had to go through this.

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:25:38 +0000

I am new to gluten/wheat allergies. I actually break out in a horrible rash when I ingest it. I would like to know what you think about candies made from a local family resteraunt, made by the owner? I got some ribbon candy for Christmas and after eating it, I broke out in a rash. The ingredients are sugar, corn syrup, water, artificial and natural flavors, food colorings, citric adcid in fruit flavorings. I called the resteraunt and asked if they powdered the counter with flour and they said no, just confectionary sugar. I read one statement that said natural flavorings can something include some form of gluten. ( #18)You then preceded to say that according to the FDA labeling Act, it must be stated. What about local resteraunts making holiday candy? Are they required to list such things? (They sell the candy in their resteraunt, not in stores) There is no warning on the box that states that it is made in a facility where it can be contaminated with wheat. I am sure however that it is; being a family resteraunt.. I am of course not going to eat anymore. I would like to know your imput on this so I can avoid any future mistakes. thanks

By: Barbara Archer

Barbara Archer — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 18:58:02 +0000

Thank you for the helpful information. I love candy and was just diagnosed with Celiac Disease.

By: Antonia

Antonia — Thu, 19 May 2011 10:16:45 +0000

You know, having eliminated Hershey kisses two months ago, I haven’t had a single blemish of DH rash AT ALL! After years of having the rash and thinking I had eliminated gluten and had no more gluten to eliminate.

Coincidence? I think not. I agree, they are evil (for us)

By: Zach

Zach — Thu, 19 May 2011 04:11:24 +0000

I am definitely getting sick from the Hershey kisses this year. I don’t know what they changed, but by process of elimination, it is the kisses that are evil!

By: Georgia Brasi

Georgia Brasi — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 19:42:08 +0000

Thought I got sick from Reese’s Pastel Eggs but now realize, from reading your list, that it was actually the Lindt Gold Foil Bunny I ate. Will be on the lookout for the dreaded “barley malt” in ingredient lists from now on. Thank you.

By: Gluten-Free Easter Candy | Brooke's Gluten Free Bites

Gluten-Free Easter Candy | Brooke's Gluten Free Bites — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 04:31:15 +0000

[...] that they have researched. You may have to do your own research. A good place to start is the Celiac Family Easter Candy List 2010. Yes, it does say 2010, so obviously this list is outdated, however, Heather from Celiac Family has [...]

By: Mary Claire

Mary Claire — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 22:02:46 +0000

About 90% of Bissinger’s Chocolates are gluten free and delicious!! Find them at all four Draeger’s locations in the Bakery. Danville, San Mateo, Menlo Park and Los Altos, California. Best Easter candies too!!

http://www.bissingers.com/