1. Kristen Estima Sodexo Dietetic Intern July 2013 GLUTEN-FREE

2.  Gluten are proteins found in wheat, barley and rye.  For people who have Celiac Disease or Gluten Sensitivity, whenever they ingest gluten, their immune system attacks the body (such as the intestines) and causes inflammation. Food not allowed on a gluten-free diet: -Wheat -Barley -Rye -Oats (unless gluten-free) These ingredients are found in flour, breads, pasta, cereals, cakes, pastries and cookies. WHAT IS GLUTEN?

3.  Potatoes  Quinoa  Buckwheat  Rice  Corn  Nuts  Beans  Soy  Seeds  Rice/almond flour RECOMMENDED FOODS

4.  Breakfast: Instead of toast, you can have an omelet.  Lunch: Instead of a sandwich, you can have a bean taco made of corn tortillas.  Snacks: Instead of crackers and cookies, you can have yogurt and fruit.  Dinner: Instead of fried chicken, you can have baked chicken (not breaded) with vegetables and rice. MEAL SUBSTITUTIONS

5.  Bouillon cubes  Brown rice syrup  Hot dogs/sausages  French fries  Gravy  Certain processed soups  Soy sauce  Most store bought sauces COMMON FOODS THAT CONTAIN WHEAT

6.  Whenever foods containing gluten come in contact with gluten-free foods, they become contaminated and put people with gluten intolerance in danger.  Using separate utensils for each food is recommended. Ex: On the salad bar, if the crouton utensil is used for the raisins, the raisins which are naturally gluten-free, become contaminated.  When making a gluten-free meal for a customer, if the same gloves are used, there is a chance you just contaminated that person’s food. (After making sandwiches, for example)  Gluten-free foods must be stored separate from gluten containing foods. AVOID CROSS CONTAMINATION

7.  If a customer comes to you with the request for a gluten-free meal and you’re not sure what foods are allowed. Make sure to ask for your manager, supervisor or dietitian on staff. Do not chance it!  Giving someone with Celiac Disease a meal with gluten, can make them very ill. NOT SURE?

8.  Thanks for your attention!!  Questions?? THE END