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What to Know About Cross-Contamination and Cross-Contact

May 06, 2026

Cross-Contamination/Cross-Contact Protocol Kate Bourke, RDN | NIMA Clinical Advisor As a Registered Dietitian, I spend a lot of time talking about food. But when it comes to celiac disease, what's not in your food is just as important as what is. This Celiac Awareness Month, let's break down two of the most critical concepts for staying safe and healthy: cross-contact and cross-contamination. It might seem like a small detail, but un...

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Apr 06, 2026

How to Use the NIMA Gluten Sensor Responsibly

Getting the Most from NIMA How to sample smarter, interpret results with confidence, and understand which foods are easiest to test and which can be more challenging. NIMA was built to give you more information when it matters most. 99% accurate at detecting gluten at 10 parts per million. Result...

Feb 23, 2026

Hope Beyond the Gluten-Free Diet

Hope Beyond the Gluten-Free Diet Living with celiac disease is much more than food choices. It is a lifelong autoimmune condition where even trace amounts of gluten can trigger gut inflammation, damage, and distress. While a strict gluten-free diet remains the only approved treatment, researcher...

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Mar 03, 2026 time.com

Understanding NIMA’s Accuracy and Role in Gluten-Free Living

Understanding NIMA’s Accuracy and Role in Gluten-Free Living Living gluten-free asks a lot of you. You read labels.You ask questions.You double-check ingredients.You bring snacks just in case. And even then, uncertainty can remain. Because gluten isn’t always obvious. It can hide in sauces, spice...

BIA Diagnostics

Mar 06, 2026

Why Did NIMA Show “No Gluten Found” in a Product That Isn’t Labeled Gluten-Free?

Why Did NIMA Show “No Gluten Found” in a Product That Isn’t Labeled Gluten-Free? If you live gluten-free due to medical reasons, seeing a smiley face on a NIMA test can bring a real sense of relief. Those small confirmations can transform a moment of uncertainty into one of confidence. A “no glut...

Dec 08, 2025

Gluten-Free Holiday Guide – Eat Joyfully All Season

It’s the most wonderful (and busiest) time of the year! Between cookie swaps, family dinners, and office parties, it can feel like there’s gluten hiding behind every platter. But with a few simple strategies, and a little help from NIMA™, you can enjoy the season without second-guessing what’s on...

Jan 23, 2026

FDA Takes Steps to Make Food Labels Clearer

FDA Takes Steps to Make Food Labels Clearer About Gluten Why This Matters If you or someone you care about follows a gluten-free diet, whether for celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or health-conscious, navigating food labels can be tricky. Even with “gluten-free” claims, it hasn’t always been e...

Apr 04, 2025

NIMA Gluten Sensor Relaunches with RA Capital Backing

STANDARD PRESS RELEASE NIMA Partners, INC Release Date April 4, 2025 Gluten Sensor Maker NIMA Partners Relaunches With Funding from RA Capital Management – Financing accelerates NIMA Partners’ gluten sensors and capsules return to market in 2025 – Company actively recruiting experienced leader...

Mar 30, 2026

Eating Confidently Anywhere With Celiac Disease

Navigating Gluten-Free Travel with More Confidence Travel has a way of opening us up. New places, new cultures, new foods. But for those living gluten-free, it also introduces a layer of uncertainty that can be hard to ignore. Because traveling gluten-free isn’t just about finding something to ea...

BIA Diagnostics

Apr 08, 2026

NIMA Is Back – Rebuilt From the Ground Up for Celiac

What We Improved, What You Need to Know, and How to Get Started By Michael Elliott, Chief Manufacturing Officer, NIMA NIMA’s return did not begin in a boardroom. It began with a family that understood firsthand what it means to live with celiac disease and the daily uncertainty that can come with...

Jan 19, 2026

Celiac Cross-Contact: Why the Plate Itself Is a Risk

Celiacs Have One More Thing to Watch Out For: The Plate If you live with celiac disease, you already know the routine. You read labels.You ask questions.You double-check kitchens.You scan menus and ingredient lists… sometimes more than once. And now, according to new research, there’s one more th...

Feb 07, 2026

The Social Cost of Celiac Disease – What the Research Shows

Survey Reveals the Hidden Mental and Social Burden of Managing Celiac Disease More than half of people with celiac say they feel isolated or excluded; a majority admit they avoid restaurants and family gatherings just to prevent accidental gluten exposure Boston, MA — February 10, 2026 — A new na...

Jan 16, 2026

How to Travel Gluten-Free With Celiac Disease – A Guide

New year, new adventures! Whether it’s a weekend getaway or Spring Break on the horizon, traveling gluten-free doesn’t have to be stressful. Here’s how to make it smoother. 🧳 Pack Your “Safety Snacks” Flights get delayed. Restaurants close. Always have a stash of gluten-free essentials: granola b...

Jan 11, 2026

A Seat at the Table, Again

A Seat at the Table, Again “I’m so relieved.”“NIMA made a huge difference in my celiac journey.”“Finally, I can get my life back.” Those were some of the first messages we received when people learned NIMA was returning. They weren’t comments about a device. They were expressions of renewed hope...

Feb 05, 2026

How Celiac Disease Shapes Dating – Real Stories & Tips

How Celiac Disease Shapes Dating Experiences Dating can be awkward enough, add celiac disease into the mix, and things can feel even trickier. A recent study asked adults living with biopsy-confirmed celiac disease about their dating experiences. The results reveal just how much Celiac Disease an...

Dec 22, 2025

Christmas Gift Guide for Someone with Celiac Disease

The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Loved Ones with Celiac Disease Finding the perfect holiday gift for someone with celiac disease is more than checking a box. It’s recognizing the daily challenges they face and offering something that truly supports their health, peace of mind, and quality of...

Oct 21, 2025

Wait, I Got Glutened... From a Door Handle?!

The Hidden Sources of Cross-Contact When you’re living gluten-free—especially with celiac disease—it’s not just about what’s on your plate. It’s about the invisible risks that linger on hands, hugs, handles… and yes, even in the air.We know how exhausting it can feel to constantly watch what you&...

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Dec 22, 2025

Finally! A Celiac Test That Doesn’t Require Making Yourself Sick.

Finally! A Celiac Test That Doesn’t Require Making Yourself Sick If you’ve ever been told you need to “just eat gluten again” to get tested for celiac disease… you probably know the feeling: instant dread, rage, and anxiety just thinking about it. For years, the gluten challenge has been the w...

Dec 22, 2025

How to Safely Dine-Out

How to Feel Safer Dining Out Eating out can feel like stepping into uncertainty when you live with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Restaurants are meant to be places to connect, celebrate, and feel included. But for many of us, they come with a familiar question quietly running in the backg...

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May 06, 2026

What to Know About Cross-Contamination and Cross-Contact

Cross-Contamination/Cross-Contact Protocol Kate Bourke, RDN | NIMA Clinical Advisor As a Registered Dietitian, I spend a lot of time talking about food. But when it comes to celiac disease, what's not in your food is just as important as what is. This Celiac Awareness Month, let's break...

Apr 30, 2026

Trust What the Sensor Tells You – Not the Lines on the Capsules

Why We No Longer Recommend Looking at the Back of the Capsule If you've been using NIMA for a while, you may remember being told to check the strip behind the capsule after a test. That guidance came from the previous version of NIMA. We want to address it directly and explain why we've c...

Apr 30, 2026

Top 10 Questions to Ask Your GI or Dietitian After a Celiac Diagnosis

By Kate Bourke, RDN, Clinical Advisor to NIMA Top 10 Questions to Ask Your GI or Dietitian After a Celiac Diagnosis Okay, deep breath. You've just been diagnosed with Celiac Disease, and your head is probably spinning with questions, worries, and maybe a little bit of "now what?!"...

Apr 24, 2026

NIMA Wins 2026 Gold Stevie Award for Product Innovation

Why NIMA’s Gold Stevie Win MattersWhen NIMA returned earlier this year, the goal was never just to bring back a familiar product. It was to rebuild trust. That is why we are especially proud to share that NIMA has been named a Gold Stevie Award winner for Achievement in Product Innovation in the ...

Apr 21, 2026

NIMA Forms a Clinical Advisory Board to Guide Celiac Care

The science behind NIMA has always been strong. Now we're making it stronger. Since relaunching, we've heard a consistent message from the celiac and gluten-free community: you want to know that the people behind NIMA understand what it's actually like to live with this disease and th...

BIA Diagnostics

Apr 08, 2026

NIMA Is Back – Rebuilt From the Ground Up for Celiac

What We Improved, What You Need to Know, and How to Get Started By Michael Elliott, Chief Manufacturing Officer, NIMA NIMA’s return did not begin in a boardroom. It began with a family that understood firsthand what it means to live with celiac disease and the daily uncertainty that can come with...

Apr 06, 2026

How to Use the NIMA Gluten Sensor Responsibly

Getting the Most from NIMA How to sample smarter, interpret results with confidence, and understand which foods are easiest to test and which can be more challenging. NIMA was built to give you more information when it matters most. 99% accurate at detecting gluten at 10 parts per million. Result...

Mar 30, 2026

Eating Confidently Anywhere With Celiac Disease

Navigating Gluten-Free Travel with More Confidence Travel has a way of opening us up. New places, new cultures, new foods. But for those living gluten-free, it also introduces a layer of uncertainty that can be hard to ignore. Because traveling gluten-free isn’t just about finding something to ea...

BIA Diagnostics

Mar 06, 2026

Why Did NIMA Show “No Gluten Found” in a Product That Isn’t Labeled Gluten-Free?

Why Did NIMA Show “No Gluten Found” in a Product That Isn’t Labeled Gluten-Free? If you live gluten-free due to medical reasons, seeing a smiley face on a NIMA test can bring a real sense of relief. Those small confirmations can transform a moment of uncertainty into one of confidence. A “no glut...

BIA Diagnostics

Mar 03, 2026 time.com

Understanding NIMA’s Accuracy and Role in Gluten-Free Living

Understanding NIMA’s Accuracy and Role in Gluten-Free Living Living gluten-free asks a lot of you. You read labels.You ask questions.You double-check ingredients.You bring snacks just in case. And even then, uncertainty can remain. Because gluten isn’t always obvious. It can hide in sauces, spice...

Feb 23, 2026

Hope Beyond the Gluten-Free Diet

Hope Beyond the Gluten-Free Diet Living with celiac disease is much more than food choices. It is a lifelong autoimmune condition where even trace amounts of gluten can trigger gut inflammation, damage, and distress. While a strict gluten-free diet remains the only approved treatment, researcher...

Feb 23, 2026

Love, Chocolate & Safe Kisses: A Gluten-Free Valentine’s You’ll Actually Enjoy

Valentine’s Day is here. Cue the chocolate, the candlelight, and the panic over whether you can safely kiss someone who just ate a breadstick. We get it. When you live gluten-free, even romance comes with a few extra questions. But good news: there’s new research that might just make date night a...

Feb 07, 2026

The Social Cost of Celiac Disease – What the Research Shows

Survey Reveals the Hidden Mental and Social Burden of Managing Celiac Disease More than half of people with celiac say they feel isolated or excluded; a majority admit they avoid restaurants and family gatherings just to prevent accidental gluten exposure Boston, MA — February 10, 2026 — A new na...

Feb 05, 2026

How Celiac Disease Shapes Dating – Real Stories & Tips

How Celiac Disease Shapes Dating Experiences Dating can be awkward enough, add celiac disease into the mix, and things can feel even trickier. A recent study asked adults living with biopsy-confirmed celiac disease about their dating experiences. The results reveal just how much Celiac Disease an...

Jan 28, 2026

When Love Meets Celiac

When Love Meets Celiac Dating is supposed to be exciting. Nerve-wracking, yes, but in a butterflies kind of way.When you have celiac disease, those nerves often come from a different place entirely. Instead of just wondering if there’s chemistry, you’re also thinking about ingredients, cross-cont...

Jan 23, 2026

FDA Takes Steps to Make Food Labels Clearer

FDA Takes Steps to Make Food Labels Clearer About Gluten Why This Matters If you or someone you care about follows a gluten-free diet, whether for celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or health-conscious, navigating food labels can be tricky. Even with “gluten-free” claims, it hasn’t always been e...

Jan 19, 2026

What the World's Health Experts Just Changed About Gluten Safety

What the World’s Health Experts Just Changed About Gluten Safety If you live with celiac disease or manage a gluten-free household, you know how much trust matters when it comes to food. Labels. Ingredients. Cross-contact. Every detail counts. Recently, global health experts from the World Health...

Jan 19, 2026

Celiac Cross-Contact: Why the Plate Itself Is a Risk

Celiacs Have One More Thing to Watch Out For: The Plate If you live with celiac disease, you already know the routine. You read labels.You ask questions.You double-check kitchens.You scan menus and ingredient lists… sometimes more than once. And now, according to new research, there’s one more th...