How It Began

Our story, struggle, and success with dietary restrictions.
1991

Discovering Celiac

When Jill & Seaton's son, Forrest, stopped walking, talking, and began falling asleep mid-meal, her world turned upside down. “He looked like a ghost of himself—pale, frail, and trapped in a body that wouldn’t thrive,” she recalls. Doctors were baffled, and the family’s days became a blur of ER visits and hospital quarantines. But in 1991, after weeks of uncertainty, a gastroenterologist finally saw what others missed: Forrest’s “classic case” of celiac disease.

2007

Shift From Consumer to Producer

One of the most touching moments came when our son asked if there was any way he could enjoy Grandma’s warm oatmeal cookies, her apple crisp, and her famous no-bake cookies for the first time. That simple wish inspired us to dive into research and experimentation. Together, we developed our first purity protocol process for gluten-free oats, making it possible for him to safely enjoy those cherished family treats. Seeing his joy was a powerful reminder that this work could help many others living with celiac disease.

2013

Ethics with Technology & Innovation

As Co-Founders of LEO Verified Seaton & Jill bring the same high ethical standards, as recognized by the BBB awarding them with the Torch Award for Ethics while they owned GF Harvest.

2024

LEO Verification Systems Founded.

Living with celiac disease has been a profound and transformative experience for me. It has taught me the importance of empathy, understanding, and community. Today, through my work with LEO Verification Systems, Inc., I continue my passion to serve others navigating the challenges of celiac disease. If you’re on this journey too, know that you’re not alone-and that together, we can make life safer, easier, and a little sweeter, one safe bite at a time.

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Explore Our Values

Form the foundation of our culture and reflect our commitment to excellence.

Integrity

We take pride in upholding to our BBB Torch Award for Ethics and treating our customers with respect and fairness.

Transparency

LEO promotes honesty and transparency within the food industry and advocates for clearer labeling practices.

Empowerment

We believe in empowering individuals with dietary restrictions to take control of their health and make informed dietary choices.

Community

We aim to foster a supportive community where people with dietary restrictions can connect, share experiences, and learn from each other
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Answers & Questions

Clarify any uncertainties you might have, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience for everyone.

LEO is designed for speed and convenience. It takes 3 minutes to see a clear result indicating whether gluten is 10 PPM's or less..

Don't worry, we've got you covered! Our website has clear instructions and video tutorials to guide you through the testing process. If you have any questions, our friendly customer support team is always happy to help!

Based on internal lab testing, LEO may provide inaccurate results when testing the following items:

  • Alcohol
  • Pure Xanthan Or Guar Gum
  • Fermented Items Like Beer
  • Hydrolyzed Foods such as soy sauce and malt extract / flavoring

Cross-contamination can be tricky. To increase your chances of detecting potential issues, LEO recommends swabbing your food in 3-5 different places. This method improves the likelihood of capturing gluten present from shared utensils or cooking surfaces.

LEO is a powerful tool, but like any tool, it has limitations. The sample size can't guarantee catching every single trace of gluten. However, LEO excels at detecting gluten in common scenarios like hidden ingredients, incorrectly labeled foods, or accidental cross-contamination. Think of it as a safety net that catches the big things, but it's still important to use common sense and be aware of potential risks.