NFCA Proposes FDA Gluten Labeling Requirements for Medications

    If you’ve been on a gluten-free diet for a while, you’ve probably come to know many of the gluten-free foods that are safe to eat as well as which ones to avoid, through knowledge of what foods naturally contain gluten, familiarity with various food brands and companies, and the know-how of acquiring information […]

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NFCA Does It Again – Go Gluten Free!

Everyone is counting down for Appetite for Awareness…don’t be left out! Eat, drink and be merry with the most prestigious gluten-free event in the nation on September 30, 2009 at the Wachovia Center. Over 25 top of the Philadelphia-area’s most influential chefs including Mark Vetri, Marcie Turney and Jose Garces. Top docs from Jefferson University […]

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Nick and the Shrinking Inner Spaceship- Book Review

A lot of change has occurred in the gluten-free community and field in the last few years. Even since I was diagnosed 6 years ago a lot has happened. More and more young kids are getting diagnosed correctly with celiac disease. This means for them, that they get to skip the years and years of physical discomfort, emotional […]

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Takes on the Next Gluten-Free Frontier—Medications

Celiac disease, an autoimmune disease caused by gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, affects nearly three million Americans; ingestion of this gluten, which is toxic to them, results in an attack of the villi which line the small intestines, preventing proper absorption of vital nutrients and resulting in a wide variety of […]

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Our Contribution

We have a vested interest in celiac disease, gluten sensitivities and gluten-free issues. We can say with pride we are active Advocates in this field and will continue to contribute in ways we feel benefit everyone. Thank you, Miranda Jade Turbin & Tina Turbin 12-30-17 Young and Raw Shares Tina Turbin’s Super Quick Vegan Noodle […]

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Medications: The Next Arena for Gluten Labeling Measures

In my work as an author, researcher, and gluten-free advocate, I work hard to help the gluten-sensitive and celiac communities live a healthy, balanced lifestyle, free from the threat of gluten ingestion. Over the past several years, I am grateful to have witnessed a marked increase in gluten-free awareness and celiac disease research, with many […]

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The Universal Gluten-Free Symbol and How to Get It on Your Gluten-Free Product

  GREAT Foodservice, which is a program of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), has selected a symbol as the “universal gluten-free symbol” for brand association participants to use: a grain representing wheat with a cross-out mark, which is already widely used internationally. This will help  non-native English speakers, pre-literate children, and non-literate consumers […]

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Gluten-Free AMAZING resource for FOODS

Go to the below site and simply: Type Brand name in SEARCH BOX for a complete product listing. How easy is that! This Gluten Free Source is an on-line leader that exclusively sells gluten-free products: Offering gourmet, natural and organic, international, and ethnic products Secure site is loaded with 5,000+ gluten free products and 400 […]

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This Incredible Service Can Train Your Restaurant or Kitchen to Meet Gluten-Free Demands!

GREAT Foodservice, a program of the NFCA, is a program designed to efficiently train restaurants or institutional kitchens to meet the needs of gluten-free eaters.  First, General Managers and Owners get online training and learn the ABCs of gluten-free food preparation: AWARENESS of gluten and its toxicity to celiac, BRINGING in supplies and menu items, […]

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Tina’s Gluten-Free Cupcake Party Sponsored by Pamela’s Products

We had SO much fun baking to our hearts content, decorating with our imaginations soaring, eating Pamela’s Products and enjoying one another’s company. I am honored and grateful be able to have incredibly delicious ingredients and fun give-aways for my parties, all from Pamela’s Products as well as Nature’s Food Patches LOADED gift bags , once […]

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Liz Lovely Selected 6 Of My Baked Goods

Liz Lovely the amazing baker and owner of Liz Lovely – Baking a Difference,  selected 6 of my baked goods and has all the images up on her facebook.    Thank you Liz and Dan! I so wanted to be a winner in her December contest and get those delicious cookies ( the gift) delivered […]

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Making Holiday Baking Fun With Your Celiac Child

Be sure to read my December column in the newsletter of the National Foundation of Celiac Awareness, devoted to the topic of the seasonal activity of holiday baking with your celiac child.  This time of year can be a challenge, yet the article offers practical, informative tips on how to create a new, gluten-free tradition every […]

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Traveling With Celiac Children

Many of us parents have had our share of traveling experiences with our children.   But what about if you’re traveling with a celiac child?  Learn some of my tips on how to easily manage the task.  In fact this is helpful advice for all parents whether your child has celiac or not!   Read Tid Bits […]

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As Gluten Awareness Grows, So Does Variety of Gluten-Free Treats

You’ve just been diagnosed with celiac disease or you’ve discovered you have a gluten intolerance. Now what?  You’re going to have to be on a gluten-free diet from now on, your doctor informs you. But wait. Before your disappointment at the thought of diet restrictions starts to set in, take note that there are some […]

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Tina Turbin – a featured “celiac blogger”!

In addition to being a contributing writer for the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness’s (NFCA) monthly newsletter, you can now find me on their list of featured “celiac bloggers”. I’m proud to be a part of this great group of bloggers! Take a look at the full list by clicking here. My listing including the […]

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“Tid Bits with Tina” – Teaching Your Little Ones About Eating Gluten-Free

Be sure to read my October tip and “tid bit” in the latest issue of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) newsletter. This month’s tip informs parents on how to teach children about eating a gluten free diet.  Believe me, it’s not as daunting as it may seem!  Click here to read.

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Successful Tips to Get Your Child to Eat Vegetables!

My 2nd article written for the September issue of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) newsletter focuses on fun, sure-fire ways to help your child to actually LIKE eating vegetables, as well as proven methods to “sneak” vegetables in to many of your everyday meals. As I’m sure many parents will agree, the above […]

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Tina Shares Healthy Tips and a DELICIOUS Chocolate Brownies Recipe!

As many of you know, I personally strive to eat a healthy, gluten-free diet, yet still LOVE to enjoy delicious, healthy treats. If you visit the link to my debut article in the August issue of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) newsletter, you will find a helpful healthy-eating “tidbit”, and a delicious chocolate […]

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Tina Turbin is a Contributing Writer for the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness Newsletter

I have met many lovely people and companies involved with the topics of Celiac and Gluten Free.  The amount of helpful and caring individuals is astonishing. The basic intention to help others is what seems to unite us all: the care to make this subject more tolerable, palatable and acceptable. I am honored as a writer […]

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What Is Gluten? Simply Explained, Please!

Gluten is simply the protein part of wheat, rye, barley, and other related grains. Some people cannot tolerate gluten when it comes in contact with the small intestine. This condition is known as celiac disease. There is also evidence that a skin disorder called dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with gluten intolerance. In patients with celiac […]

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