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You may be interested in knowing that the cover story of the latest edition of a popular consumer magazine (they're sensitive about having their name mentioned without their permission) centers on the gluten-free fad.
They acknowledge that 7% of the population has celiac disease or gluten sensitivity and really should avoid gluten, but point out that most people on gluten-free diets are doing it because they mistakenly think that makes them healthier. I'll just list below the 6 bullet points they bring out in the article:
  1. Gluten-Free Isn't More Nutritious (And May Be Less So)
  2. You'll Probably Increase Your Exposure to Arsenic
  3. You Might Gain Weight
  4. You'll Pay More
  5. You Might Miss a Serious Health Condition
  6. You Might Still be Eating Gluten, Anyway
There's a lot more, but you get the idea. This article may mean a few less headaches for innkeepers.
 
This weekend alone - 3 self-diagnosed fruten glee guests.
One had gluten yesterday because we totally forgot and no one reminded us.
We offered to cook their breakfasts separately (today) because guests with Dr diagnosed celiac disease tell us they cannot have anything that has touched gluten. (It's all over the kitchen so not sure how that works for them.)
These 3 guests all said it was no problem to use the same griddle, utensils, etc.
 
Sorry to dash your hopes. The article has a huge flaw - it is full of FACTS. Everyone knows that facts do not count for a hill of beans.
 
What we have seen bears out that it is not better for you. I can make some great GF baked good, including a super tasty bread, but these are not healthy choices. They are low on fiber, high on starch, and sometimes higher in fat and salt. What they do is stay together like wheat products and taste good.
Eating a heart healthy whole grain diet with fish, leaner meat, and fresh fruits and vegetables is good for you.
 
just read the article myself.
hopefully many consumer reporters on tv will be sharing these findings this week on the news.
This is just one more food fallacy diet/ gimmick
 
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Having gluten free guests this weekend. Not doing separate breakfasts. If it's good for the gluten freers, it'll be good for everyone!!! No one mentioned not using griddle etc which had touched gluten so I'm blindly heading into the weekend pretending I've never heard that point. Tried the King Arthur Flour Gluten Free Pancake Mix and did enjoy them. Guess bacon's ok. Side of fruit. Second day I guess an egg scramble with lots of fresh veggies - except tomato. One is allergic to those. Nothing like planning my menu online with new friends!
 
After I read this I went through ResKey to look up my 2014 dietary requests. Gluten free was almost as high as vegetarian. But I don't see many vegetarians sneaking a slice of bacon but have seen many self-diagnosed gluten allergy guest hork down a cinnamon bun or some whole wheat banana bread.
 
An Old Tavernkeeper said:
After I read this I went through ResKey to look up my 2014 dietary requests. Gluten free was almost as high as vegetarian. But I don't see many vegetarians sneaking a slice of bacon but have seen many self-diagnosed gluten allergy guest hork down a cinnamon bun or some whole wheat banana bread..
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Bacon, I've been told by our vegetarians, is one of the hardest meat items to give up. I've seen the hesitation when I've asked if they want bacon or a veggie sausage. ;-)
 
My daughter has a close friend with Celiac's disease so I'm sensitive and always accommodate those with Gluten-free requests. I agree, however, that many do it as a fad and I may go buy a copy of this month's "consumer magazine" so I can leave it lying around in my living room.
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No, you don't want to be gluten free! I worked with a young girl at a retreat center that was gluten free. I certainly don't want it and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. It got to the point that she couldn't be in the kitchen when we were baking since the flour would get in the air from the huge mixers. She could help put the baked goods away after they were cooked if she wore gloves on her hands and long sleeves. She even had her own toaster and all. She would be knocked out flat in bed if she ate any. If it touched her skin, it would be itchy and swell up. Hard to breathe. No, don't want that at all.
 
Duff2014 said:
No, you don't want to be gluten free! I worked with a young girl at a retreat center that was gluten free. I certainly don't want it and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. It got to the point that she couldn't be in the kitchen when we were baking since the flour would get in the air from the huge mixers. She could help put the baked goods away after they were cooked if she wore gloves on her hands and long sleeves. She even had her own toaster and all. She would be knocked out flat in bed if she ate any. If it touched her skin, it would be itchy and swell up. Hard to breathe. No, don't want that at all..
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Because there are so many self-diagnosed celiacs we are now forcing guests to explain their medical issues. NOT that I want to know anything at all about my guests' medical conditions, but if they are going to pull the gluten card on me at 8:30 am, then they are going to explain to everyone in the dining room how severe it is.
Will you be laid up if I make regular pancakes for everyone else? Will you get sick if I cook your gf foods on the same griddle? How sick do you feel this morning after scarfing down three cookies yesterday?
If a person is severely afflicted, they can't stay here. We don't cater for celiac disease and there are flours and cookies and breads everywhere.
And yet, at 8:30 am, a guest will say, "I can't have pancakes, I have celiac disease. Oh, no, it's really bad, i can't even go near flour."
As a guest, you are eating in my kitchen. Why tell me now? You're going to be sick anyway.
 
Morticia said:
Duff2014 said:
No, you don't want to be gluten free! I worked with a young girl at a retreat center that was gluten free. I certainly don't want it and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. It got to the point that she couldn't be in the kitchen when we were baking since the flour would get in the air from the huge mixers. She could help put the baked goods away after they were cooked if she wore gloves on her hands and long sleeves. She even had her own toaster and all. She would be knocked out flat in bed if she ate any. If it touched her skin, it would be itchy and swell up. Hard to breathe. No, don't want that at all..
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Because there are so many self-diagnosed celiacs we are now forcing guests to explain their medical issues. NOT that I want to know anything at all about my guests' medical conditions, but if they are going to pull the gluten card on me at 8:30 am, then they are going to explain to everyone in the dining room how severe it is.
Will you be laid up if I make regular pancakes for everyone else? Will you get sick if I cook your gf foods on the same griddle? How sick do you feel this morning after scarfing down three cookies yesterday?
If a person is severely afflicted, they can't stay here. We don't cater for celiac disease and there are flours and cookies and breads everywhere.
And yet, at 8:30 am, a guest will say, "I can't have pancakes, I have celiac disease. Oh, no, it's really bad, i can't even go near flour."
As a guest, you are eating in my kitchen. Why tell me now? You're going to be sick anyway.
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Our gluten-free people this past weekend weren't even self-diagnosed. SHE just thought it a healthier way to eat. So for two days we all had breakfast her way. Luckily, the other guests went along, probably because I had put some thought into it to make it good. BUT next time I'm taking your advice and asking them to explain how severe their disease it. I also agree that severely afflicted should be sent elsewhere. This cook can't handle it!
Thanks for giving me your wisdom, Morticia.
 
Morticia said:
Duff2014 said:
No, you don't want to be gluten free! I worked with a young girl at a retreat center that was gluten free. I certainly don't want it and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. It got to the point that she couldn't be in the kitchen when we were baking since the flour would get in the air from the huge mixers. She could help put the baked goods away after they were cooked if she wore gloves on her hands and long sleeves. She even had her own toaster and all. She would be knocked out flat in bed if she ate any. If it touched her skin, it would be itchy and swell up. Hard to breathe. No, don't want that at all..
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Because there are so many self-diagnosed celiacs we are now forcing guests to explain their medical issues. NOT that I want to know anything at all about my guests' medical conditions, but if they are going to pull the gluten card on me at 8:30 am, then they are going to explain to everyone in the dining room how severe it is.
Will you be laid up if I make regular pancakes for everyone else? Will you get sick if I cook your gf foods on the same griddle? How sick do you feel this morning after scarfing down three cookies yesterday?
If a person is severely afflicted, they can't stay here. We don't cater for celiac disease and there are flours and cookies and breads everywhere.
And yet, at 8:30 am, a guest will say, "I can't have pancakes, I have celiac disease. Oh, no, it's really bad, i can't even go near flour."
As a guest, you are eating in my kitchen. Why tell me now? You're going to be sick anyway.
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We are diligent in sorting out these issues prior to surprise time. I am not afraid to ask very specifically about their diet. Of course, I do this discreetly in advance. Leaves us with almost no surprises and happy guests that feel catered to. I will explain to those with Celiac that we do not have a Celiac certified kitchen. Without exception that I can remember, it has been okay. Some folks bring special things with them, like silicone toast holders.
 
Mac said:
Morticia said:
Duff2014 said:
No, you don't want to be gluten free! I worked with a young girl at a retreat center that was gluten free. I certainly don't want it and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. It got to the point that she couldn't be in the kitchen when we were baking since the flour would get in the air from the huge mixers. She could help put the baked goods away after they were cooked if she wore gloves on her hands and long sleeves. She even had her own toaster and all. She would be knocked out flat in bed if she ate any. If it touched her skin, it would be itchy and swell up. Hard to breathe. No, don't want that at all..
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Because there are so many self-diagnosed celiacs we are now forcing guests to explain their medical issues. NOT that I want to know anything at all about my guests' medical conditions, but if they are going to pull the gluten card on me at 8:30 am, then they are going to explain to everyone in the dining room how severe it is.
Will you be laid up if I make regular pancakes for everyone else? Will you get sick if I cook your gf foods on the same griddle? How sick do you feel this morning after scarfing down three cookies yesterday?
If a person is severely afflicted, they can't stay here. We don't cater for celiac disease and there are flours and cookies and breads everywhere.
And yet, at 8:30 am, a guest will say, "I can't have pancakes, I have celiac disease. Oh, no, it's really bad, i can't even go near flour."
As a guest, you are eating in my kitchen. Why tell me now? You're going to be sick anyway.
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Our gluten-free people this past weekend weren't even self-diagnosed. SHE just thought it a healthier way to eat. So for two days we all had breakfast her way. Luckily, the other guests went along, probably because I had put some thought into it to make it good. BUT next time I'm taking your advice and asking them to explain how severe their disease it. I also agree that severely afflicted should be sent elsewhere. This cook can't handle it!
Thanks for giving me your wisdom, Morticia.
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Mac said:
....So for two days we all had breakfast her way.... I also agree that severely afflicted should be sent elsewhere. This cook can't handle it!
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I absolutely REFUSE to change the breakfast that other guests get. Why should they suffer because someone has Omnirexia Nervosa?
Instead, we keep certified GF, Vegetarian, Vegan prepared frozen items in the freezer. If the person is Celiac, they are thrilled that you are being so careful. If they are hoping that you bend over backwards for them? Not happening.
Things like ... http://www.amys.com/products/product-detail/breakfast/000807 or http://www.vansfoods.com/our-products-all-gluten-free#Cinnamon-French-Toast-Sticks-11 store will in the freezer and are ready for that last minute GF or Vegan guest.
 

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