proud to be gluten-free!
Great news!
All Enjoy Life™ products are specially made to be gluten-free, so they are perfect for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
They’re made in a dedicated gluten-free bakery and certified gluten-free by the Gluten Free Certification Organization (GFCO), meaning you can eat our foods with confidence and know that you are eating gluten free. Look for the GF symbol on all our products - it means they are certified to be free of gluten and possible cross-contamination from gluten.
what is gluten anyway?
Gluten is the protein commonly found in wheat, rye and barley.
It’s found in most mainstream bakery and prepared foods (like breads, pastas and snacks), but it also hides in other unexpected foods such as soy sauce, licorice, soups, salad dressings, playdough® and some medicines. Oats are also considered by some to be a source of gluten since they are grown, processed and stored near wheat (that’s why we choose not to use oats in our products).
It’s important to remember that “wheat-free” does not necessarily mean “gluten-free” since the food might contain rye or barley.
how can I tell what foods include gluten?
A big part of following a gluten-free lifestyle is learning what you can and cannot eat. Read labels carefully!
When reading food labels, be sure to avoid wheat, rye and barley. As for other “hidden” ingredients, the FDA does not currently require manufacturers to declare gluten on labels, so it can be hard to identify gluten-containing foods. We suggest that you read labels carefully and ask a lot of questions, either by checking the manufacturer’s website or calling their 800# for answers.
We know it can be challenging to eat gluten-free and we’re here to help. You can visit our tips & hints section for more helpful information on living gluten-free.
why go gluten-free?
People with celiac disease (“CD”) and gluten intolerance need to avoid gluten-containing foods, or they may suffer from short- and long-term health complications. Others simply choose to follow a gluten-free (GF) diet for general health reasons.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition triggered by the intake of gluten in genetically predisposed individuals. The only treatment currently available for celiac disease is a strict gluten-free diet for life. The good news is that by eliminating gluten from their diets most celiac patients see improvement in their symptoms. For more information on celiac disease, click here.
People with gluten-intolerance may experience negative physical responses when they eat gluten—stomach upset, headaches, nausea, etc. For most of these folks, eliminating gluten from their diet also eliminates these problems.
While scientific evidence is not conclusive, people with a variety of health conditions often report improvement when gluten is removed from their diet:
• Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH)
• Thyroid disease
• Diabetes
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Fybromyalgia
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
want to learn more?
Lucky for all of us, there are a lot of great organizations that can provide information, research and recommendations for following a gluten-free lifestyle. Visit the other resources area of our site for comprehensive list of organizations, publications and more!
To download a copy of our useful Food Allergy and Intolerance Survival Guide, click here.
proud to be gluten-free!
Great news! All Enjoy Life™ products are specially made to be gluten-free, so they are perfect for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. They’re made in a dedicated gluten-free bakery and certified gluten-free by the Gluten Free Certification Organization (GFCO), meaning you can eat our foods with confidence and know that you are eating gluten free. Look for the GF symbol on all our products - it means they are certified to be free of gluten and possible cross-contamination from gluten.
what is gluten anyway?
Gluten is the protein commonly found in wheat, rye and barley. It’s found in most mainstream bakery and prepared foods (like breads, pastas and snacks), but it also hides in other unexpected foods such as soy sauce, licorice, soups, salad dressings, playdough® and some medicines. Oats are also considered by some to be a source of gluten since they are grown, processed and stored near wheat (that’s why we choose not to use oats in our products).
It’s important to remember that “wheat-free” does not necessarily mean “gluten-free” since the food might contain rye or barley.
how can I tell what foods include gluten?
A big part of following a gluten-free lifestyle is learning what you can and cannot eat. Read labels carefully! When reading food labels, be sure to avoid wheat, rye and barley. As for other “hidden” ingredients, the FDA does not currently require manufacturers to declare gluten on labels, so it can be hard to identify gluten-containing foods. We suggest that you read labels carefully and ask a lot of questions, either by checking the manufacturer’s website or calling their 800# for answers.
We know it can be challenging to eat gluten-free and we’re here to help. You can visit our tips & hints section for more helpful information on living gluten-free.
why go gluten-free?
People with celiac disease (“CD”) and gluten intolerance need to avoid gluten-containing foods, or they may suffer from short- and long-term health complications. Others simply choose to follow a gluten-free (GF) diet for general health reasons.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition triggered by the intake of gluten in genetically predisposed individuals. The only treatment currently available for celiac disease is a strict gluten-free diet for life. The good news is that by eliminating gluten from their diets most celiac patients see improvement in their symptoms. For more information on celiac disease, click here.
People with gluten-intolerance may experience negative physical responses when they eat gluten—stomach upset, headaches, nausea, etc. For most of these folks, eliminating gluten from their diet also eliminates these problems.
While scientific evidence is not conclusive, people with a variety of health conditions often report improvement when gluten is removed from their diet:
• Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH)
• Thyroid disease
• Diabetes
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Fybromyalgia
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
want to learn more?
Lucky for all of us, there are a lot of great organizations that can provide information, research and recommendations for following a gluten-free lifestyle. Visit the other resources area of our site for comprehensive list of organizations, publications and more!
To download a copy of our useful Food Allergy and Intolerance Survival Guide, click here.
