This group is for those of us who follow a strict gluten-free diet - because we need it to stay healthy and well. The good news is that being gluten-free is getting easier all the time. There are more ready-made products in the stores, and more and more restaurants are offering gluten-free choices. The bad news is that parties remain one of the greatest challenges for those with Celiac.  The fear of not knowing exactly what a dish contains makes most of us shy away from eating something "just in …

I am a nutritionist and writer based in Philadelphia. I discovered I was gluten intolerant 3 years ago right before I started graduate school in nutrition. Luckily, I had access to medical, nutritional and social resources that helped me tremendously. I hope to pass on these resources and create a community in the Greater Philadelphia area that provides support, education and social resources to individuals who follow the gluten-free diet for whatever reason. If you follow the diet or have fri …