Ah summer. A time to cool off poolside, picnic at the beach, camp at a national park, and just take it easy. Unfortunately, celiac disease never takes a day off, so even when your goal is to relax, those of us with this chronic condition must remain alert.
Where has your food been? Who handled it? Are the ingredients gluten-free? Did they touch something with gluten? It’s not a great mental soundtrack for relaxation.
Fortunately, Beyond Celiac has the support you need to relax with confidence this summer. Our team includes many individuals who have experienced what you’re going through, and we provide hundreds of scientifically-backed resources for living with celiac disease.
Whether you’re sticking close to home or traveling abroad, check out these favorite summertime resources:
Now that you have your summertime tools in hand, let me ask you a question: What if you no longer needed to pack your own food for vacation? What if you could choose a great summer camp for your child, regardless of what kind of food they serve?
Imagine a treatment—beyond the gluten-free diet—that would allow you to eat safely in any environment. As much as we want to help you avoid gluten today, we want to build a world where real relaxation is always on the menu!
Doesn’t that sound like a dream? This is our vision, and with the help of people like you, we are working right now to make it a reality.
Given our track record of bringing dreams to life—like getting gluten-free beer produced and gluten-free food on grocery store shelves across the nation—we are confident that a world beyond celiac disease is not too far off. We have a robust science plan, an incredible team, and a network of collaborators working together and led by this shared vision.
Until we can live beyond the gluten-free diet, relish the season of sunshine and fun, knowing that all the while, Beyond Celiac is working to make it easier for you to truly relax wherever you find your summer enjoyment.
Together for a world beyond celiac,
—Alice Bast
While summer sizzles, we’re already gearing up for one of the coolest events of the year—Step Beyond Celiac is back this fall!
Greater Philadelphia: Sept 20, Blue Bell, PA
Eastern Massachusetts: Oct 5, Bedford, MA
Can’t make it in person? You can still join virtually from anywhere.
Enjoy a tangy, refreshing chicken salad this summer. You can use it as a filling for a sandwich, lettuce wrap, or eat it as is. Stay cool and well-nourished this July!
A special dessert for any summer party, especially garnished with whipped cream and lots of lovely summer fruits, strawberries, raspberries, nectarines or mangoes!
“It began when I started to forget lyrics to songs, which was unusual for me since I had never experienced this problem before. From there, my health continued to decline until one morning I woke up and couldn’t feel my legs. My mom carried me into the car and drove me to the hospital, where I eventually left with no answers.”
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Are herbs and spices gluten-free?
Yes, single-ingredient herbs and spices are gluten-free, like how raw fruits and vegetables are naturally gluten-free.
However, if you’re buying a seasoning mix, you’ll want to review the ingredients list, especially something like a soup or gravy mix, which can include wheat flour as a thickener.
Learn more about herbs, spices and seasonings.
A new test developed by researchers in Australia has shown promising results in detecting a response to gluten in blood even when someone is on a gluten-free diet. Additionally, the test has the potential to eliminate the need for a biopsy to definitively diagnose celiac disease.
Read more research news on our Research News Feed
Our research team is interested in which studies adolescents (13–17) with celiac disease may be willing to participate. This one-time survey will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. Click the link to complete the survey!
This award provides $40,000 for one year to independent investigators at any career stage researching new directions in celiac disease or gluten-related disorders. Applications are due September 18, 2025, and funding begins April 1, 2026.
Momentum Builds for New ADINA Bill to Label Allergens in Drugs
Adina Togal’s family is stepping up their efforts to urge lawmakers to pass federal legislation for allergen transparency on drug labels. The Allergen Disclosure in Non-Food Articles (ADINA) Act would require labeling for the top 9 food allergens and gluten on prescription and over-the-counter medications.
Introducing our Patient and Family Advisory Board
We are proud to introduce our Patient and Family Advisory Board (PFAB)! As either a patient of celiac disease or caregiver of someone with celiac disease, a PFAB member will provide first-hand insight to inform and enrich the research and development of a treatment or cure for celiac disease. We look forward to sharing their perspectives with collaborators and industry partners.
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Happy birth-month to all our July-born community members! When your big day rolls around, consider raising money for Beyond Celiac so that we can help fund new research by scientists in the celiac disease field. And a HUGE thank you to everyone who’s created fundraisers for us throughout the years! These fundraisers help make our important work possible.
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