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What You Should Know About Peanut-free Nutrition Labels
Reading nutrition labels is such a huge part of life with food allergies that it can sometimes feel like second nature, especially for folks living with a peanut allergy. But what does a peanut-free label look like, exactly? It’s not as easy to figure out as you’d...
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Finding #foodfreedom with Nima — Part 1
We often see posts from our community members about how the Nima Gluten Sensor has helped them eat with more confidence - at events, while traveling, or even just at home. Featured below are real stories sent to us via video or posted on Instagram from Nima community...
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Gluten-free Indianapolis: A #nimatested Dining Guide
This #nimatested guide is brought to you by Valerie Kraft, Nima community member and student at Vanderbilt University. See Valerie's recent Q&A post where she answered the communities questions about avoiding gluten in college. Known for the Indianapolis 500,...
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Checklist for Traveling With Kids With Food Allergies and Sensitivities
Traveling with kids always requires lots of planning, organization, flexibility, and plenty of tasty snacks. However, for families traveling with kids who have food sensitivities and/or food allergies, the pre-trip logistics (and making sure those snacks are...
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#nimatested Gluten-free Brandless Items
We're always on the hunt for new gluten-free finds — whether it's a new gluten-free restaurant, a delicious gluten-free recipe, fresh gluten-free products, or companies working towards more gluten-free and allergy-friendly inventory. Recently, we came across...
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8 Major League Peanut-free Ballparks
We may have baseball stadiums to thank for the popularity of peanuts in American cuisine, but it’s no surprise that roasted peanuts are a dangerous concession to fans with peanut allergy. Luckily, there has been a recent swell in stadiums who have dedicated sections...
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Gluten-free Travel: Best Road Trip Snacks and Advice
1. Snack bars Some of the favorite brands: KIND Bars "All KIND® snacks are gluten free. Many of our ingredients are inherently gluten free (i.e. nuts), but we also complete testing to ensure our snacks meet the FDA’s standards for a gluten free product." Larabar...
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#nimatested Restaurant: How Blu Star Grill Tests for Gluten with Nima
Since the Nima Gluten Sensor began shipping in January 2017, our community has grown into a wonderful network of supportive folks sharing their #nimatested results from both restaurants and packaged foods. Our community members’ willingness to share their test results...
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Gluten-free Workout Snacks, Supplements, and Energy Drinks
With summer in full swing, we know this is the time for many folks to get back into a workout routine, start training for their next race, or finally conquer that challenging hike on their bucket list. Being active, especially when it’s hot out, means it’s super...
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Gluten-free DC: A #nimatested Dining Guide
This DC city guide was brought to you by Nima community members Philip and Aja who has lived around the world for work. Check out their family's story on Instagram @chaoticwanders and their blog The Wandering Chaos. GCDC Grilled Cheese Bar Location: 1730 Pennsylvania...
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Breaking Bread: Richelle celebrates a gluten-free wedding with friends, family, and her Nima
Nima community members share their #nimatested photos on Instagram and Twitter everyday. While we usually see pics of a smiling or “gluten-found” Nima next to a plate of food or packaged food item, Richelle (@tinyboss_terrorizes_gluten) posted this elegant and...
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Gluten-free Chicago: A #nimatested Dining Guide
This Chicago city guide was brought to you by Nima community member Marissa McCaw. Make sure to check out her other #nimatested adventures on her Instagram (@marissamccaw) or read her Breaking Bread post. Swirlz Cupcakes Location: 705 W Belden Ave. Chicago, IL 60614...
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