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Shannon Carter

Gluten Free Eating: Avoid Cross Contact

If someone has a gluten free diet due to medical reasons (wheat allergy, Celiac disease , or gluten sensitivity), even a small crumb of food containing gluten can set off allergic or immune reaction. Some of the ways to minimize this risk are to read labels and contact manufacturers. In addition, you must control for […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County

REVIEWED BY: Jenny Lobb, MPH, RD, LD, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Franklin County

SOURCES:

  • “Cross Contact.” 2016. Beyond Celiac
  • “Dining Out.” 2016. Celiac Disease Foundation.
  • “What is Celiac Disease?” 2016. Celiac Disease Foundation.

Gluten Free Label Confusion

If you have a gluten free diet and have shopped for gluten free foods, perhaps you have been confused by the many variations in the gluten free label. The labeling is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for most foods except meat and eggs, which are regulated by the United States Department of […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County

REVIEWED BY: Jenny Lobb, MPH, RD, LD, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Franklin County

SOURCES:

  • Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 Questions and Answers. Nov 2016. US Food and Drug Administration.
  • “Gluten and Food Labeling,” Apr 2015. US Food and Drug Administration.
  • “What is Celiac Disease?” 2016. Celiac Disease Foundation.

Going Gluten Free?

You have no doubt noticed the bounty of gluten free foods available in grocery stores or on restaurant menus. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley or rye. Recently, a gluten-free lifestyle has become an increasingly popular U.S. diet trend. According to a 2015 Gallup poll, approximately twenty percent of Americans are looking to […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County

REVIEWED BY: Elizabeth Smith, M.S, RDN, L.D., Regional Program Specialist, SNAP-Ed Central Region, Ohio State University Extension

SOURCES:

  • “9 Things You Should Know Before Going Gluten-Free” 2016. Celiac Disease Foundation.
  • “Gluten-Free Menu Planning: Budget-Friendly Tips.” 2013. Beyond Celiac
  • “Gluten Free Diet Facts.” 2014. Nutrition 411.
  • “Gluten Free Diet – Overview.” 2016. Beyond Celiac
  • Stevens, L. & Rashid, M. 2008 “Gluten-free and regular foods: a cost comparison.” Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research.
  • “What is Celiac Disease?” 2016. Celiac Disease Foundation.

Lessen Your Stress This Holiday

As we begin December and the whirl of the holiday season, we may find that our schedules are full, our wallets are light, and our hearts are overflowing with joy. For some, however, holidays bring anxiety, stress and depression. For most of us, holidays are a mix of all these things. We are challenged by […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County

REVIEWED BY: Patrice Powers-Barker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Lucas County

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • Snowman photo taken by Shannon Carter

SOURCES:

  • Bono, G. August 2012. The American Psychological Association.
  • The Cleveland Clinic. 2016.

Sparkle Like You Mean It!

A year ago my daughter was diagnosed with a disease that caused her a lot of pain, stress, isolation, anxiety and depression. She lost her confidence and sparkle for a while. That was really hard to witness. If you’ve ever watched a child endure pain and suffering, you know that parents feel that pain multiplied. […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County

REVIEWED BY: Joanna Fifner, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, County, Medina County

SOURCES:

  • The American Psychological Association. http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/road-resilience.aspx
  • http://www.mindat.org/min-1282.html
  • Hudson Institute of Mineralogy. http://www.mindat.org/min-1282.html

Healthy Homework Habits

With most schools back in session by now, homework assignments are becoming a regular part of the evening for students. Now is a great time to establish some good routines around homework. The American Academy of Pediatrics has great tips to help children ages 6-12 develop healthy homework habits. Regular time The time may vary […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County.

REVIEWED BY: Melinda Hill, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Wayne County

SOURCES:

  • American Academy of Pediatrics. Developing Good Homework Habits. 2015. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/Developing-Good-Homework-Habits.aspx
  • American Academy of Pediatrics. Homework and Developing Responsibility. 2015. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/Homework-and-Developing-Responsibility.aspx

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