Is this your first holiday season after being diagnosed with Celiac Disease? Recently Star News Online published a few tips for people with Celiac Disease or with food allergies in general.
- Eat before you go. By doing so, you’re sure of eating safe foods and won’t be left hungry.
- Talk to your host or hostess ahead of time. Offer to bring a side dish to share.
- Avoid dishes served in sauces or condiments, which could contain hidden allergens.
Conscientious hosts and hostesses also can help by following a few basic tips:
- Serve sauces and condiments on the side when possible.
- Be understanding when someone asks what is in a dish. Having the recipe handy can be a bonus.
- Be responsive to unforeseen problems. Some people can have severe reactions simply by being in the same room with certain foods, such as citrus, and may not have thought to warn you in advance.
- Be aware that food allergies can cause life-threatening reactions. Don’t be offended if someone chooses not to eat.
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