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Rules on the labeling and contents of baby milks and food for people with special medical needs would be better defined to protect consumers and give clarity to the food industry, under draft legislation adopted by the European Parliament.

Canyon Bakehouse’s 100% gluten-free muffins are made with a blend of berries, seeds and grains. Each muffin contains 4g of protein and 2g of dietary fiber.

Enjoy Life’s take on a handy snack is not only free of gluten but of all eight of the common allergens. Containing 40% less fat than leading potato chips, Plentils are made from high-protein lentils, long regarded as one of the best sources of plant-based protein and a staple in diets around the world.

Udi’s Gluten Free Foods burst onto the natural foods scene a couple of years ago, with its gluten-free bread a particular highlight of several recent editions of Natural Products Expo West. But, this year saw the company branch into new options for gluten-free consumers.

Perhaps no company has taken gluten free into more segments than Hain Celestial, whose Arrowhead Mills brand recently added two new varieties: Organic Gluten Free Sprouted Corn Flakes made with sprouted corn, brown rice and sorghum; and Gluten Free Quinoa Rice & Shine Hot Cereal, made with a blend of quinoa flakes and organic brown rice grits.

Whether fueled by celebrity dieting efforts or genuine dietary need (or even both), the market for allergen-free products in the U.S. continues to grow, but the surge is by no means confined stateside.

Gluten-free bakery launches around the world have trended toward sweet territory, with certain products managing to make the treats sound some degree healthier than their mainstream counterparts.

Crunchmaster, a manufacturer of gluten-free crackers, announced its new line of kid-friendly snack crisps -- Cheddar Cheezy Crisps and Cinnamon & Sugar Grammy Crisps.

Children in urban areas have a higher incidence of food allergies than those in rural America, according to a new study.

Smart Balance has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Udi's Healthy Foods LLC for $125 million.