π’ Advancing Gluten-Free Eating Out in Europe! π½οΈπ A joint conference in Belgrade arranged by some AOECS member associations brought together experts to tackle the challenges of providing safe, high-quality, and affordable gluten-free meals for people with coeliac disease. One outcome was the BEcME groupβs commitment to work on a basic Eating Out Gluten-Free scheme. Read more about it. π
π¬ New Research Highlights Challenges in Gluten-Free Diet Adherence ππ«. Three recent studies in the AOECS Scientific eBook 2024 reveal key barriers to maintaining a gluten-free diet for coeliacs, from social exclusion and food insecurity to diagnostic differences across countries. π Read more and explore the latest coeliac research in our Scientific eBook.
π’ AOECS Secretary General Shares Insights on Gluten-Free Industry in the media. Veronica Rubio, AOECS, recently spoke with FoodNavigator about the challenges and innovations in the gluten-free sector. They discussed improving flavor and texture, and making gluten-free products more affordable. Read: https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2025/02/05/gluten-free-challenges-and-solutions/
π This Christmas, 700 gluten-free gift boxes funded by the AOECS Emergency Fund brought joy to coeliac children across Ukraine, even in front-line areas like Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated and made this magic possible! Together, we can continue supporting those in need. π #celiac2celiac #glutenfreealliance #AOECS #together4coeliacs
π¨ Over two-thirds of physicians lack transition plans for young coeliac patients as they enter adulthood, putting their health at risk! AOECS supports the UEG report's call for structured care programs and better education for adult gastroenterologists and health care professionals. We must bridge these gaps to ensure seamless care and continuity for coeliac patients throughout Europe.
πΊ Call for Scientific Papers on Gluten-Free Beer! πΊ AOECS is inviting the research community to explore gluten detection in hydrolysed products like beer, focusing on analytical methods, accurate calibrants, and clinical studies to assess gluten safety for coeliac patients. Submit your findings by 28 April 2025 π Learn more and submit on https://www.aoecs.org/coeliac-disease/call-for-papers/
π¨ Help Coeliacs Affected by Floods in Spain π¨ Due to severe floods caused by the weather phenomenon DANA, many in the Valencian Community, are struggling to access clean water and gluten-free foods. ACECOVA, in partnership with FACE, is raising funds to supply gluten-free essentials to those affected. Your support can make a difference! Read how you can help here.
π’ AOECS has released a new position paper on gluten-free beer, addressing the limitations of current gluten analysis methods and their implications for coeliac consumers. While challenges exist, gluten-free beers produced under current guidelines remain safe for coeliacs. Visit the AOECS webpage to download the full Position Paper π» #GlutenFreeAlliance #glutenfree #AOECS #together4coeliacs #beer
AOECS congratulates Nobel Laureate David Baker on his pioneering work in computational protein design! His research, with applications for coeliac disease, could lead to new treatments targeting harmful gluten proteins. We celebrate this advancement alongside the coeliac community. π #coeliacdisease #nobelprize #AOECS #glutenfreealliance
π¨ AOECS has published an updated position paper on gluten in medicines, cosmetics, and hygiene products. While gluten in these items poses minimal risk to coeliacs, the paper provides important guidance for patients, doctors, and manufacturers. Stay informed and make safe choices! π #CeliacDisease #GlutenFreeAlliance #AOECS #together4coeliacs
The Association of European Coeliac Societies (AOECS) urges the Codex Committee on Food Labelling to include gluten in its new Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL) guidelines. AOECS warns that excluding gluten risks both safety and choice for coeliac patients. The call comes ahead of the Codex meeting in QuΓ©bec City starting on 27 October 2024.
π¨ Deadline Extended! π¨ Weβre giving researchers extra time to submit abstracts for the AOECS Call for Scientific Papers on coeliac disease. The new deadline is September 23, 2024! Donβt miss this chance to showcase your research at our Annual Conference in Madrid this November. Letβs work together to advance the understanding of coeliac disease and improve lives. π
