Hello Reader,

Once upon a time, if I saw “made on shared equipment” on a product label, I wouldn’t touch it. Even if it said “certified gluten-free,” I’d still worry it wasn’t safe.

It’s confusing. Maybe even scary. I get it — I used to feel this way.

However, after years of research, conversations with brands, and a deeper understanding of how third-party certifications actually work, including a conversation with the GFCO, the leading gluten-free certifying agency, I can confidently say this:

If it’s certified gluten-free, it’s safe — even if made on shared equipment.

In this week’s article, I break it all down:
✅ What “certified gluten-free” really means (and what it doesn’t)
✅ Why that “shared equipment with wheat” label isn’t a red flag
✅ How to stop letting fear make your gluten-free life harder than it needs to be

👉 Read this important article and feel more confident eating gluten-free.

P.S. This is a supportive community, and thoughtful, respectful conversation is always welcome here. 💛 If a food label makes you uncomfortable, don’t eat it. You get to make the choices that feel safest for you. I’m simply sharing the facts so you can make informed decisions.

July Box Update

If you reserved a July "Taste of Summer" Love Me Gluten Free box (my beloved gluten-free subscription box), your box ships on Monday, June 30th.

We will be busy this weekend putting the finishing touches on it, so you get it before the 4th of July. 🎆

👉 Mark your calendars for Thursday, July 3rd at 11:00 am CDT for our monthly Facebook Live event. Normally, we meet on Friday, but since Friday is a holiday (4th of July), we will meet on Thursday instead. RSVP HERE.

3 Summer Recipes

(1) If you love the roasted chili corn salsa from Chipotle, you’re going to flip for my copycat Roasted Chili Corn Salsa - it's smoky, slightly sweet, and packed with fresh summer flavor. I made this dip in partnership with Crunchmaster Crackers. Crunchmaster crackers make the perfect crunchy companion for all your summer dips. 💛

(2) This Quinoa Pasta Salad with Lemon Dill​ Vinaigrette is a summer staple—packed with protein-rich tri-color quinoa, gluten‑free pasta, crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, and black olives, all tossed in a bright lemon‑dill vinaigrette.

(3) This vibrant Gluten-Free Greek Salad layers crunchy cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and fresh mozzarella (or feta) cheese — all drizzled in a lemon‑oregano vinaigrette.

Products to Watch + Deals for YOU!

Whitney Jordan makes certified gluten-free dried fruits that are delicious! I'm pretty sure the berries in their Super Berry Medley are magical. A little tart, a little sweet, and simply perfect!

👉 Use the code LOVEME for $10 off any purchase at whitneyjordan.net. Choose from the new Super Berry Medley or enjoy the dried mandarins, oranges, persimmons, watermelon slices, and mango bites.

If you're in the market for a grain-free cracker, check out The Greater Goods Snacking Co. These crackers are made from almond flour and come in three fab flavors: Sea Salt, Tomato & Basil, and Carmelized Onion. The company also makes grain-free biscotti (hint: maybe in a future LMGF box). You gotta check 'em out.

👉 Use the code LOVEMEBOX20 for 20% off at eatgreatergoods.com.

For a quick grab-and-go meal when traveling or running errands, check out The Rice Stuff Box. Simply add hot water, and you'll have a delicious rice meal ready in minutes. It comes in Pineapple Fried Rice, Thai Red Curry, and Chicken Mushroom flavors - try all three!

👉 Use the code LOVERICEBOX for 20% off at thericestuff.ca.

On the Podcast

In this week's episode of Gluten Free Unwrapped, you’ll meet Jereann Zann, the inspiring mom and founder behind Little GF Chefs, a brand on a mission to empower kids with celiac disease and food allergies through joyful, hands-on baking experiences.

Jereann shares how she turned a deeply personal mission into a fast-growing business, the challenges of building a brand from scratch, and why she believes every child, regardless of dietary restriction, deserves a seat at the table.

🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

👉 And could you do me a simple but huge favor? Please leave a review after you listen to an episode. Reviews help my podcast get discovered. Thank you for your help and support!

That's all for this week. Have a great weekend and "see" you next week!

Sincerely,

Jenny

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