Category: References
FREE Webinar! – Neurology and Celiac Disease
Please join this free webinar on Thursday, September 30th and please spread the news. This fall 2021 series will be held Thursday, September 30, 2021, at 1pm EST. Speakers will present on selected topics for 60 minutes, followed by 15 minutes for Q&A. “The Intersection of Neurology and Celiac Disease”. To learn more and/or register […]
Calorie Deficit
Having a calorie deficit can have a negative effect on your metabolism. Most people dream of eating anything that they want, without the addition of calories. As perfect as that may sound, to have such a high metabolism is not always attainable. There are certain things that we do in our daily life that […]
Gluten Free proteins are the bodies building block
In this day and age, people are avoiding carbs and eating protein. Although protein is important, the right protein is necessary for us to be healthy. We should eat protein every day… but what type of protein? We need the protein to build lean body mass, which will help us fight disease. Proteins are the […]
Promising Novel Therapies for Celiac Disease
All are welcome. Join the Harvard Medical School Celiac Research Program and the National Celiac Association for their final webinar in the spring 2021 “All Things Celiac” series. Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 1:00 pm EST More details and link below. Also, stay tuned for Fall 2021 webinars. Join the Virtual Monthly Meeting on “All […]
Dermatitis Herpetiformis or Celiac Disease?
This blog is of the utmost importance to me, being that it is on an extremely important topic of interest. The question that will be addressed asks “is it Dermatitis Herpetiformis or celiac disease”? Perhaps you have not heard of Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH, Duhring’s disease) before. No need to worry, I will walk you through […]
Probiotics Helping the Gluten Free Diet Part 2
The Importance of Probiotics The term “probiotics” is often heard in many different contexts, but I want to provide you with a concrete definition. In probiotics helping the gluten-free diet part 2, you will learn that probiotics are bacteria and yeast that live in our gut and aid in digestion. These are not the same […]
Probiotics Helping the Gluten Free Diet Part 1
Choosing to follow a healthy lifestyle of clean eating and introducing probiotics into your diet is beneficial for everyone in your family! In probiotics helping the gluten-free diet part 1, you will see what being “gluten-free” is all about and understand the importance of adding probiotics to your diet. Making healthy choices is not always […]
EMFs and Your Gluten Free Health Quest
EMFs and your gluten free health quest is simply a matter of becoming educated to allow a blending of this information for optimal health benefits. I was asked by a prominent physician to be part of a compilation project where I gathered relevant research on this topic. I am happy to share a bit about […]
Breaking the Vicious Cycle BOOK
An interesting story that I would like to share with you all as part 2 of my 3 part series is that of Elaine Gottschall. Be sure to read part 1, ” The cure for celiac disease” if you have not already! You may know her as the author of “Breaking the Vicious Cycle” book; however, there […]
Celiac and Bone Broth Benefits
If you have celiac disease (or gluten intolerance) like I do, then you can understand the challenges that go along with following a gluten free diet “done right.” I am continuously learning and honing my skills in the kitchen to recreate my old favorite recipes. I also strive to use the most nutrient-dense and “gut-friendly” […]
DIRTY GENES SUMMIT – FREE and ON LINE!
DIRTY GENES SUMMIT – FREE and ON LINE! The content is too valuable to risk you not being invited. Do you feel like genetics is a topic best left for scientists, geneticists and professors? The basics of genetics and epigenetics is something we ALL need to start paying attention to, because it’s like having a looking […]
How to Get Rid of Mucus
We have all had that dreaded mucus. Especially those who are celiac. It is a pain! Sleep is harder, allergies get way worse and constantly having to clear your throat is not fun. The question stands, how to get rid of mucus? Although there are environmental reasons for mucus, it is important to avoid the […]
Tips for how to save money on gluten free food – Guest Blog
When I first started eating gluten free I was shocked at the prices. Five dollars for a loaf of bread! I was already on a tight budget and had no idea how I was going to make up the difference in my grocery bill. Making the switch to a gluten free diet […]
The Gluten-Free Diet: Can Non-Celiacs Benefit?
Over recent years, avoiding gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, has become increasingly popular among Americans. Many people on the gluten-free diet have celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten that can affect the entire body, in particular the small intestine, causing serious health problems. A study is suggesting that people […]
Plans Laid for Gluten Free Labeling Summit in Washington
In my work as an author and gluten-free advocate, I have often written and spoken about the importance of federal regulations for gluten-free labeling in the U.S. In my article, “U.S. Has Yet to Define ‘Gluten-Free’ for Food Labels,” which was published in the winter edition of The Journal of Gluten Sensitivity, I pointed out […]
The CELIAC List: A Valuable Resource for the Gluten-Free Community
On the gluten-free diet, you’ve likely come across some of the challenges. Especially when you’re new to the diet, the amount of foods that are off-limits and the number of hidden sources of gluten can seem overwhelming. For many, the gluten-free diet is more like a gluten-free lifestyle, requiring major changes in several arenas of […]
Pam MacD’s – A Friendly Gluten Free Market Pt.1
With celiac disease awareness on the rise we are all hearing about more and more gluten-free products. Now that we have so many gluten-free companies where do we go to get them? Sure, there is that little three foot area of items at the grocery store but if you are like me you look it […]
Celiac Suffering is Put to an End: A Gluten-Free Success with Carrie Pierce.
As if women don’t have to go through enough as it is, then they hit that later stage of life of menopause and think “ why oh why?!” Menopause is a subject many are having to face and not enough people talk about openly. Carrie Pierce and Gail Edgell are two women that decided to […]
Could Coffee Be Harmful to Celiacs?
Coffee is 10% protein. According to Dr. David Clark, the protein in coffee can cause the same kind of reaction that gluten does in people who are sensitive to gluten. Watch the video below and see for yourself if this morning ritual will have to be replaced. Video (4:34): http://www.therealfoodchannel.com/page/11637.html Miranda Jade Turbin www.GlutenFreeHelp.info
Study Shows Quinoa May Not Be Safe for Celiacs
Quinoa has been gaining popularity as a substitute for grains among celiacs. People write in a lot about this high-protein wonder seed, it’s in tons of gluten-free recipes, and you can find it in gluten-free pastas, baked goods, and other wheat alternatives. Testing at gluten levels usually less than 20 ppm, quinoa has been […]