Empire Kosher's Kosher For Passover products are kitniot-free per the company (as posted on Avoiding-Corn).
This also means that their Kosher for Passover products are also 100% corn-free.
Their plain meats are corn-free still, but do watch labels. Kitniot-free applies to all their products labeled "Kosher for Passover" (including seasoned meats, sausages, etc), but only those labeled "Kosher for Passover".
You can find a list of Empire's Kosher for Passover products here on their website.
Empire Kosher also has an online shopping website as well, for those interested.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Savonnerie Gluten-Free Soaps
Savonnerie soaps have been on our list for a while now. A new company reponse posted on Delphi - Avoiding Corn, gives reassurance that they will continue to strive to be corn-free.
Savonnerie also states that their new lip balm and Massage & Body oil are also corn-free. These two products have not been tested to my knowledge.
If you do have problems with their products, do let us (& them) know.
Savonnerie also states that their new lip balm and Massage & Body oil are also corn-free. These two products have not been tested to my knowledge.
If you do have problems with their products, do let us (& them) know.
Elite Bazooka Gum - Kosher for Passover
The only gum that we know of that is truly corn-free is Elite's Kosher for Passover (KFP) gum made in Israel. The most readily found version of their KFP gum is Bazooka.
Their Bazooka gum tastes just like you remember it from your childhood, though the cartoons are not in English.
The KFP Bazooka gum is kitniot-free (see PDF file of the Passover Book). "Kitniot includes any of the following: soybeans, kidney beans, lima beans, sesame, rice, green beans, peas, chick peas, millet, corn, mustard, lentils, and lecithin." Which means to be kitniot-free, the product would also be free of all of those foods.
KFP Bazooka gum can be hard to find, especially if you do not live in an area with a large Jewish community. KFP products are usually found in stores (stores that carry kosher products) in Feb - April of each year.
You can also find KFP Bazooka gum online. I purchased some through Chocolategelt.com last year, though last I checked they were currently out of stock. Hopefully with Passover coming around again, they will be fully stocked with it soon.
A couple other sites that I saw it being sold: (though I cannot endorse these sites personally since I've never used them)
Israeli Products.com
Ari's Judaica Treasures
Elite also makes a couple other kitniot-free KFP gums, but these I have not seen except locally at a Kosher Store. Elite's Bubble Gum Balls and Elite's Mini-Gum (like chicklets).
Here is full list of Elite's products, though I do not know if all of those are kitniot-free.
Their Bazooka gum tastes just like you remember it from your childhood, though the cartoons are not in English.
The KFP Bazooka gum is kitniot-free (see PDF file of the Passover Book). "Kitniot includes any of the following: soybeans, kidney beans, lima beans, sesame, rice, green beans, peas, chick peas, millet, corn, mustard, lentils, and lecithin." Which means to be kitniot-free, the product would also be free of all of those foods.
KFP Bazooka gum can be hard to find, especially if you do not live in an area with a large Jewish community. KFP products are usually found in stores (stores that carry kosher products) in Feb - April of each year.
You can also find KFP Bazooka gum online. I purchased some through Chocolategelt.com last year, though last I checked they were currently out of stock. Hopefully with Passover coming around again, they will be fully stocked with it soon.
A couple other sites that I saw it being sold: (though I cannot endorse these sites personally since I've never used them)
Israeli Products.com
Ari's Judaica Treasures
Elite also makes a couple other kitniot-free KFP gums, but these I have not seen except locally at a Kosher Store. Elite's Bubble Gum Balls and Elite's Mini-Gum (like chicklets).
Here is full list of Elite's products, though I do not know if all of those are kitniot-free.
Florida's Natural OJ with Calcium
A long very explainatory post on Delphi - Avoiding Corn: Florida's Natural with Calcium, has prompted the removal of Florida's Natural juices with added Calcium.
It seems that the calcium in the juice is made using calcium carbonate and citric acid. After much inquiry, the company confirms that the citric acid may be sourced from corn. A reaction prompted the inquiry, and thus has prompted its removal from the list.
Florida's Natural Orange juice without added nutrients will remain on the list.
It seems that the calcium in the juice is made using calcium carbonate and citric acid. After much inquiry, the company confirms that the citric acid may be sourced from corn. A reaction prompted the inquiry, and thus has prompted its removal from the list.
Florida's Natural Orange juice without added nutrients will remain on the list.
Martinelli Apple Cider & Juice
Company confirmation from Martinelli states that there is nothing but apples in their juices & ciders.
Any citric acid used is naturally derived from malic acid in the apples. No corn derivatives are used to wash the apples prior to processing, and no corn derivatives are used in the processing or packaging.
There was a reaction reported to Martinelli's Apple Cider, but it is unsure if that reaction is corn-related.
If you do have problems with this product, do let us know.
Any citric acid used is naturally derived from malic acid in the apples. No corn derivatives are used to wash the apples prior to processing, and no corn derivatives are used in the processing or packaging.
There was a reaction reported to Martinelli's Apple Cider, but it is unsure if that reaction is corn-related.
If you do have problems with this product, do let us know.
Kirkman Labs - reactions
Kirkman Labs is being removed from the list, as too many reports of reactions have been made for us to consider it safe.
Of the reaction testimonies are the following:
Delphi - Avoiding Corn: Reaction to Kirkmanlabs Everyday Multivitamin
Delphi - Avoiding Corn: Child's Reaction to Kirkmanlabs Children's Multivitamin
Please use extreme caution if using any of Kirkman Lab's products.
Additional Kirkman Labs coorespondence (Delphi Post)from Dec 2006
Previous Corn-free Foods blog posts about Kirkman Labs:
Kirkman Labs Cross-contamination (Feb 26, 2007)
Kirkman Labs (Jan 11, 2007)
Of the reaction testimonies are the following:
Delphi - Avoiding Corn: Reaction to Kirkmanlabs Everyday Multivitamin
Delphi - Avoiding Corn: Child's Reaction to Kirkmanlabs Children's Multivitamin
Please use extreme caution if using any of Kirkman Lab's products.
Additional Kirkman Labs coorespondence (Delphi Post)from Dec 2006
Previous Corn-free Foods blog posts about Kirkman Labs:
Kirkman Labs Cross-contamination (Feb 26, 2007)
Kirkman Labs (Jan 11, 2007)
Lodge Cast Iron Pans
Many of the cast iron cookware you see today is already pre-seasoned and most are pre-seasoned with some kind of corn product.
However, Lodge Cast Iron Pans in their original finish are corn-free.
To learn how to season the pan yourself, Lodge's website can help you learn to do that too.
Cast iron pans are also a good way to get iron in your diet.
**It was also advised on Delphi-Avoiding Cornthat you may be able to find unseasoned cast iron cookware at your local hardware store. Do make certain to only buy unseasoned.
However, Lodge Cast Iron Pans in their original finish are corn-free.
To learn how to season the pan yourself, Lodge's website can help you learn to do that too.
Cast iron pans are also a good way to get iron in your diet.
**It was also advised on Delphi-Avoiding Cornthat you may be able to find unseasoned cast iron cookware at your local hardware store. Do make certain to only buy unseasoned.
RoseArt Crayons
A post on Delphi-Avoiding Corn about RoseArt Crayons (in conjunction with this inquiry), states that RoseArt Crayons are corn-free per the company.
Another inquiry posted on Delphi-Avoiding Corn confirms that RoseArt’s Jumbo Washable Crayons are corn-free.
The crayons are made using just wax and food coloring. It was also confirmed that their products do not contain corn, soy, or coconut/palm.
The person inquiring was not very impressed with the knowledge of the RoseArt representative, and felt that the information provided was not well researched.
That said, RoseArt crayons will be showing up on the list. If you do have any information about the corn-free status of RoseArt or reactions to their products, do let us know.
Another inquiry posted on Delphi-Avoiding Corn confirms that RoseArt’s Jumbo Washable Crayons are corn-free.
The crayons are made using just wax and food coloring. It was also confirmed that their products do not contain corn, soy, or coconut/palm.
The person inquiring was not very impressed with the knowledge of the RoseArt representative, and felt that the information provided was not well researched.
That said, RoseArt crayons will be showing up on the list. If you do have any information about the corn-free status of RoseArt or reactions to their products, do let us know.
Colorations - Wheat-Free & Gluten-Free Playdough
Colorations Wheat-Free & Gluten-Free Dough (playdoh) has been on our list for a while, and is carried by Discount School Supply online.
A recent inquiry into the dough has given us a bit more information as to potential allergens that may be in the dough. While the dough is still corn-free, it has been found to contain potato, and the vegetable oil used in the dough may also contain soy.
A recent inquiry into the dough has given us a bit more information as to potential allergens that may be in the dough. While the dough is still corn-free, it has been found to contain potato, and the vegetable oil used in the dough may also contain soy.
Playdoh - unsafe
For some of us, even getting into the same room with Playdoh by Hasbro can cause problems.
A recent inquiry into Playdoh's contents confirms their use of corn starch as an ingredient.
Do not use this product with a child that has a corn allergy.
A recent inquiry into Playdoh's contents confirms their use of corn starch as an ingredient.
Do not use this product with a child that has a corn allergy.
RoseArt Modeling Clay
A post on Delphi-Avoiding Corn shares the results of an inquiry into RoseArt's modeling clay.
The RoseArt Company claims their modeling clay is corn-free. It does contain wheat and mineral oil for those that that may affect.
If you have any problems with this product, do let us know.
The RoseArt Company claims their modeling clay is corn-free. It does contain wheat and mineral oil for those that that may affect.
If you have any problems with this product, do let us know.
Kiss My Face - Olive Oil Bar
It seems that Kiss My Face has been adding citric acid to some of their olive oil bars. These bars are not safe.
Reactions have been reported to the Kiss My Face olive oil bars, but it is uncertain if these bars had citric acid or not.
To avoid confusion and problems in the future, the Kiss My Face olive oil bars will be removed from the list until the bars are deemed safe again.
Links to Kiss My Face testimony:
Delphi-Avoiding Corn: Citric acid in Kiss My Face
Delphi-Avoiding Corn: Uses of Kiss My Face (testimony that some bars do have citric acid and some do not)
**** UPDATE 4/07 Kiss My Face Pure Olive Oil soap no longer using citric acid. Delphi - Avoiding Corn post Watch labels for any remaining citric acid containing bars.
Reactions have been reported to the Kiss My Face olive oil bars, but it is uncertain if these bars had citric acid or not.
To avoid confusion and problems in the future, the Kiss My Face olive oil bars will be removed from the list until the bars are deemed safe again.
Links to Kiss My Face testimony:
Delphi-Avoiding Corn: Citric acid in Kiss My Face
Delphi-Avoiding Corn: Uses of Kiss My Face (testimony that some bars do have citric acid and some do not)
**** UPDATE 4/07 Kiss My Face Pure Olive Oil soap no longer using citric acid. Delphi - Avoiding Corn post Watch labels for any remaining citric acid containing bars.
Enzymedica
Enzymedica's Pro-Bio probiotic has been on our list for a while now, but company confirmation posted on Delphi-Avoiding Corn, now expands our listing of Enzymedica products.
Cellulose used in the Pro-Bio vegetarian capsules is sourced from Pine. The Xylitol in their Kid's Digest is sourced from Birch.
Enzymedica does claim that all their products are corn-free, and so far no word to the contrary.
Cellulose used in the Pro-Bio vegetarian capsules is sourced from Pine. The Xylitol in their Kid's Digest is sourced from Birch.
Enzymedica does claim that all their products are corn-free, and so far no word to the contrary.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Corn-Free Foods - Finding Local Resources
Getting more control over the sources of your foods helps when you're trying to eliminate contamination. Small farmers and local suppliers are often very willing to help out and work with you on your special needs. It's also nice to know that you're helping to support your local economy.
Finding these sources can be daunting but there are a couple places that may help:
EatWild.com can help you locate grass-fed meats: beef, lamb, goats, bison, poultry, pork, & dairy.
FoodRoutes.org lists several local suppliers of meats, veggies, poultry, eggs. Their search engine makes it easy to locate possible suppliers in your area.
Do know that you will need to check with each supplier about the processing of the products to make sure it doesn't get contaminated with corn (or other allergen specific to your needs).
Happy Hunting.
Finding these sources can be daunting but there are a couple places that may help:
EatWild.com can help you locate grass-fed meats: beef, lamb, goats, bison, poultry, pork, & dairy.
FoodRoutes.org lists several local suppliers of meats, veggies, poultry, eggs. Their search engine makes it easy to locate possible suppliers in your area.
Do know that you will need to check with each supplier about the processing of the products to make sure it doesn't get contaminated with corn (or other allergen specific to your needs).
Happy Hunting.
Redmond's RealSalt Seasoned Salt
Redmond's RealSalt has been on our list or at least in our kitchens for a while now.
A recent post on Delphi-Avoiding Corn has confirmed that Redmond's RealSalt Seasoned Salt is corn-free. The company confirmed that there is no corn in it, nor is there any corn processed on the same equipment.
As always its nice to add something new to our menus. Please let us know if you have any problems with this product.
A recent post on Delphi-Avoiding Corn has confirmed that Redmond's RealSalt Seasoned Salt is corn-free. The company confirmed that there is no corn in it, nor is there any corn processed on the same equipment.
As always its nice to add something new to our menus. Please let us know if you have any problems with this product.
Monday, February 26, 2007
Authority - Harvest Baked Dog Food
I couldn't find a website for Authority Pet Food Company, but their products are sold at Petsmart among other locations.
Authority's "Harvest Baked Dog Food" is labeled as corn-free, and contains no obvious sources of corn. Meaning the ingredients list no corn starch, corn oil, or other huge red light of corn. There is however a large list of added enrichments in the product which may or may not have a corn-based carrier, as well as some "natural flavor" and "extract" which might be questionable.
I am not aware of any human trials of this product or of any corn allergic animals trying this product, so I cannot verify for certain that it is completely corn-free or that your child wouldn't react to "accidentally" eating it. However, this may be an option for those of us looking to limit the amount of corn exposure in our households, while still keeping that favorite member of the family.
Authority's "Harvest Baked Dog Food" is rather pricey, about 2-3 times the amount of normal cheap dry dog food, but for me it makes feeding the dog a much less scary event.
If anyone does "trial" this dog food and knows for certain that it would be safe for accidental ingestion, please let us know.
Authority's "Harvest Baked Dog Food" is labeled as corn-free, and contains no obvious sources of corn. Meaning the ingredients list no corn starch, corn oil, or other huge red light of corn. There is however a large list of added enrichments in the product which may or may not have a corn-based carrier, as well as some "natural flavor" and "extract" which might be questionable.
I am not aware of any human trials of this product or of any corn allergic animals trying this product, so I cannot verify for certain that it is completely corn-free or that your child wouldn't react to "accidentally" eating it. However, this may be an option for those of us looking to limit the amount of corn exposure in our households, while still keeping that favorite member of the family.
Authority's "Harvest Baked Dog Food" is rather pricey, about 2-3 times the amount of normal cheap dry dog food, but for me it makes feeding the dog a much less scary event.
If anyone does "trial" this dog food and knows for certain that it would be safe for accidental ingestion, please let us know.
Foster Farms - Natural Flavoring
Foster Farms plain chicken and turkey meats have been on our list for safe meat products for quite a while.
However, questions arose as to the safety of their ground meats which include "natural flavoring" which is listed as "spice extractives of rosemary" on their website.
Thanks to an inquisitive member of Delphi-Avoiding Corn, we've learned that the rosemary is extracted using a carbon dioxide technology and then dissolved in vegetable oil. According to Foster Farms, the vegetable oil could possibly contain corn.
So please use caution with any Foster Farms product with natural flavorings, as the possibility of it containing corn is pretty high. Their kosher plain meats should still be safe.
However, questions arose as to the safety of their ground meats which include "natural flavoring" which is listed as "spice extractives of rosemary" on their website.
Thanks to an inquisitive member of Delphi-Avoiding Corn, we've learned that the rosemary is extracted using a carbon dioxide technology and then dissolved in vegetable oil. According to Foster Farms, the vegetable oil could possibly contain corn.
So please use caution with any Foster Farms product with natural flavorings, as the possibility of it containing corn is pretty high. Their kosher plain meats should still be safe.
Biscoff Cookies
Biscoff Cookies, as posted on Delphi-Avoiding Corn, advises using caution with their Biscoff cookies from Belgium for those with corn and oat allergies.
While the recipe itself seems to be corn-free, and some have eaten their cookies with no problems, there is a risk of cross-contamination for corn and oats. Reactions to the cookies have also been reported.
In the light of safety, Biscoff Cookies will not be appearing on the list. However, if you are not very sensitive to corn, these cookies may be safe for you.
(fyi - Biscoff cookies are primarily soy and wheat-based)
While the recipe itself seems to be corn-free, and some have eaten their cookies with no problems, there is a risk of cross-contamination for corn and oats. Reactions to the cookies have also been reported.
In the light of safety, Biscoff Cookies will not be appearing on the list. However, if you are not very sensitive to corn, these cookies may be safe for you.
(fyi - Biscoff cookies are primarily soy and wheat-based)
FAGE - Total Greek Yogurt
A very informative company response was posted on Delphi-Avoiding Corn about the corn-free status of this product.
FAGE Products clearly states that their Total Greek Yogurts are free of any corn or corn starch, and that there is no possibility of cross-contamination in their facility because they do not process any products with corn starch or corn-derivatives.
The animals are fed alfalfa, soybean, cottonseed, barley, rye, and maize (corn). So if you cannot tolerate corn-fed animal milks, then this product may not work for you. Otherwise the product is completely corn-free per the company, and has been successfully tested by several.
Do let us know if you have any updated information about this product.
FAGE Products clearly states that their Total Greek Yogurts are free of any corn or corn starch, and that there is no possibility of cross-contamination in their facility because they do not process any products with corn starch or corn-derivatives.
The animals are fed alfalfa, soybean, cottonseed, barley, rye, and maize (corn). So if you cannot tolerate corn-fed animal milks, then this product may not work for you. Otherwise the product is completely corn-free per the company, and has been successfully tested by several.
Do let us know if you have any updated information about this product.
Frontera Products
Frontera foods has been mentioned a couple times over the years as being corn-free, as many of their products do not contain questionable ingredients.
A company response posted on Delphi - Avoiding Corn claims that there is no citric acid in their tomato ingredient.
This is the only company confirmation of corn-free that we have at this time. Their products have been successfully eaten by a couple people and will be appearing on the list.
Do watch labels though for any suspicious ingredients, and if anyone does verify with the company on corn-free status, do let us know.
A company response posted on Delphi - Avoiding Corn claims that there is no citric acid in their tomato ingredient.
This is the only company confirmation of corn-free that we have at this time. Their products have been successfully eaten by a couple people and will be appearing on the list.
Do watch labels though for any suspicious ingredients, and if anyone does verify with the company on corn-free status, do let us know.
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