Comments on: Applegate Recall and GFCO Update

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:53:08 +0000

Sounds like not just the manufacturers are benefiting financially in the increased popularity of gluten-free products but so are the advocacy groups.

By: Noah

Noah — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:17:43 +0000

Really demonstrates that we must do our own research into companies to feel comfortable with their manufacturing processes or ingredients.

By: Jill

Jill — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 17:58:12 +0000

If these organizations are supposed to be advocates for us then they need to be held responsible, and own up to, their missteps.

By: Julian

Julian — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 12:42:52 +0000

Really disappointing that there is such a lack of clarity with GIG’s program. I also find it amazing that they never even bothered to address this issue on their site.

By: Susan

Susan — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 01:36:58 +0000

I too used to find comfort in the certified logo but it just goes to show that we have to be responsible as Celiacs to ensure that we are eating as safe as possible. In the end, it is our own responsibility.

By: Betty

Betty — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:37:11 +0000

Really disheartening but in the end I suppose these organizations still have a bottom line and must make money.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 19:02:58 +0000

This really makes you think if some of these organizations are in it for the greater good or just themselves.

By: Jim

Jim — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:38:25 +0000

I think that GIG really needs to address the fact that their program did not work in the Applegate incident and find it troubling that they never even bothered to address the recall.

By: Alex

Alex — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:07:08 +0000

I can safely say that when I look at a package I will no longer look for the certified seal but rather do my own homework and ask questions directly to the company. If more companies would take it on themselves to demonstrate to their customers that their facilities and products are “safe” for Celiac than they’d save a lot of money which they are clearly now paying to groups like GIG.

By: Kaye

Kaye — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 13:24:02 +0000

This is just another case of an organization operating outside of where it should be. Look at what hapened with the NFCA Amber designation and Dominos. These “pay the fee, get the seal” type of arrangements just lull the public into a false sense of security.