May is Celiac Awareness month. Awareness is important for a number of reasons. The more doctors are aware and up-to-date on Celiac Disease, the better chance of patients getting a prompt and accurate diagnosis. The same goes for gluten-free food and products. The more food manufacturers, suppliers and restaurants know about the gluten-free diet, the better the products that are presented to the gluten-free community.
Rudi’s Gluten-Free is running the “Spread the Bread” campaign this month to help raise awareness. By visiting Rudi’s Gluten-Free Facebook page, you can get $1.00 off coupon and then choose a Celiac organization of your choice to receive $1.00 donation. After you choose, you can share with your friends on Facebook to help “Spread the Bread”!
The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness is offering the chance to win a “Pantry Raid” by Alice Bast, NFCA Founder & President. All you have to do to enter to win is donate $20.00 or more to the NFCA between May 1 – 31, 2012.
The NFCA is also running the KISS blogger campaign. The NFCA blog will be full of tips for every stage of the gluten-free journey from beginners to veterans.
Udi’s Gluten-Free has created a Pinterest board with all kinds of facts about Celiac Disease to help raise awareness.
Schar will be hosting a Twitter party on May 15, 2012 from 6-7 PM EST. I have been asked to be a part of the Twitter party and can’t wait to share some great information and help distribute some great prizes!! To get involved in the party see the information below
- Search #ScharCares
- Follow me on Twitter
- Follow Schar on Twitter
Last, but not least, you can help spread awareness too. Educate those around you about Celiac Disease and the gluten-free diet. When dining out help restaurant managers, chefs, severs understand the diet and the risks of cross-contamination to help prevent any mistakes. Always say “Thank you” and use each and every opportunity to teach.
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