RelaxZen: Gluten-Free Formulas for Day and Night

RelaxZen: Gluten-Free Formulas for Day and Night

I am often asked by my readers and radio show listeners how I manage to stay energized and stress-free with my busy work schedule. I’m not going to lie to you—it’s pretty tough. Over the years, I’ve figured out, though, that the secret to feeling good is taking care of yourself. I depend on a […]

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Madrid Coffee Cakes – Review on Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Company

Madrid Coffee Cakes – Review on Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Company

It isn’t every day that I come across a fresh, baked-to-order, gluten-free dessert like Madrid Coffee Cakes by husband-and-wife (Sergio and Lia) team committed to making delicious baked goods for their customers.   Sergio comes from a long line of bakers. When he was only 9 years old, he started helping in his father’s bakeries […]

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Avoid Cross-Contamination of Gluten with Toast-It Bags

Avoid Cross-Contamination of Gluten with Toast-It Bags

In making a kitchen safe for celiacs, I recommend purchasing a new toaster specially designated for gluten-free use, which can be invaluable in avoiding cross-contamination. But what about when you’re traveling or eating over at someone’s house?  Now you can avoid cross-contamination with an innovative product called Toast-It Reusable Toaster Bags, which are convenient not […]

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Q and A with Beth Hillson ” Queen of Gluten-Free”

Q and A with Beth Hillson ” Queen of Gluten-Free”

Beth Hillson is a name you hear often in the gluten-free community. When I was sent her new gluten-free cookbook to review I was very excited. Who exactly is this gluten-free master Beth Hillson? That’s the exact thought I had. Before reading Beth’s cookbook ” Gluten-Free Makeovers” I got to get a few of my […]

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Madrid Coffee Cakes – Q and A on Gluten-Free Grain-Free Company

Madrid Coffee Cakes – Q and A on Gluten-Free Grain-Free Company

  Before reviewing all the delicious flavors of Madrid Coffee Cakes, I wanted to get a feel for the company and what makes them so unique. Read their interview below and stay tuned for their product review in two weeks!   So you have this wonderful bakery in Marlborough, Massachusetts and are now selling delicious gluten […]

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Studies Show Prevalence of Celiac Disease Has Increased

Studies Show Prevalence of Celiac Disease Has Increased

According to a news article on Medscape Today, the incidence of celiac disease (CD) has markedly increased over the past three decades, by even as much as four times, and studies are showing the incidence may actually be higher than 1% of the population, which is the current estimate. According to Medscape, the Mayo Clinic […]

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Study Shows Contamination of “Naturally” Gluten-Free Grains

Study Shows Contamination of “Naturally” Gluten-Free Grains

Just because a grain is supposed to be “naturally” gluten-free, doesn’t mean that it is! Gluten is a protein found in the grains wheat, barley, and rye, and is inherently lacking in grains such as oats, buckwheat, quinoa, millet, soy, sorghum, flaxseed, rice, and amaranth seed. However, a study tested 22 of these “naturally” gluten-free […]

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Gluten-Free and Your Aging Body wins Silver Medal!

Gluten-Free and Your Aging Body wins Silver Medal!

It’s always an honor to be recognized for your work.  I don’t think anyone could deny that statement and recognition from your peers is always a grand experience.  With Danny the Dragon receiving non-stop recognition since its release, I keep thinking it can’t get better.  A few months ago, I received confirmation that my eBook […]

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Betty Lou’s Gluten-Free Protein Bars

Betty Lou’s Gluten-Free Protein Bars

After mom Betty Lou Carrier read Sugar Blues by William Dufty and took to heart the book’s preaching that “sugar causes disease,” her life took a turn.  Little did she know that her newfound commitment to eliminating sugar from her family’s diet would end up with a 104,000 square -foot facility, 80 full-time staff, and […]

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Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Butternut Squash Souffle

Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Butternut Squash Souffle

This is an unusual and tasty gluten-free/grain-free dish using butternut squash. It can easily be altered by using another squash, such as acorn or even pumpkin. The reason this particular dish turns out the way it does is the butternut squash really doesn’t have an overbearing flavor and the spices and texture go together perfectly. […]

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Heaven Mills Gluten Free Bakery – Review

Heaven Mills Gluten Free Bakery – Review

My testers and I recently had the pleasure of testing Heaven Mills Gluten-Free Bakery’s Carrot Muffins, Pita Bread, Apricot Hamantashen, and Raspberry Hamantashen. Not only is Heaven Mills a gluten-free certified bakery, it’s also certified Kosher by Star-K and The Beth Din of Tartikov. Heaven Mill’s plant is gluten-free, wheat-free, nut-free, dairy-free, preservative-free, and many […]

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Mr. Ritts Gluten-Free Ginger Bread

Mr. Ritts Gluten-Free Ginger Bread

According to Lael (field tester) this Mr. Ritts gluten-free recipe was a delicious ginger bread mix. The gluten-free mix was not as dense as usual, and it rose a lot more than w/regular flour, but it was good with whipped cream (whipping cream sweetened with a touch of maple syrup). Mr. Ritts Gingerbread 1/4 lb […]

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Celiac Nurse Publishes Gluten Toxicity eBook

Celiac Nurse Publishes Gluten Toxicity eBook

The celiac community has seen a surge of helpful resources in the form of eBooks, including Gluten Toxicity: The Mysterious Symptoms of Celiac Disease, Dermatitis Herpetaformis, and Non-Celiac Gluten Intolerance by Shelly Stuart, R.N., B.Sc.N. The book contains 248 pages and 30 chapters of clearly laid-out answers and advice for those with celiac disease, DH […]

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Mr Ritts Buckwheat Gluten-Free Bread

Mr Ritts Buckwheat Gluten-Free Bread

GThis Mr. Ritts buckwheat gluten-free  bread mix had a bit of an odd taste by itself once made, but was really good with butter (salted, not sweet), and toasted with jam. Here are the recipes on the package and how Lael (field tester) made it work for her: Mr. Ritts Buckwheat gluten-free bread mix (as on […]

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Swiss Chard and Mushrooms With Cajun’s Choice Blackened Seasoning-Gluten-Free, Grain-Free

Swiss Chard and Mushrooms With Cajun’s Choice Blackened Seasoning-Gluten-Free, Grain-Free

    I have been using this spice on almost everything: salads, chicken, cole slaw, eggs and veggies. My favorite combo thus far has been swiss chard and mushrooms, liberally seasoned with this tasty spice:   INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch of swiss chard, torn into shreds 1 pint of white mushrooms, sliced 1 clove garlic, chopped […]

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Distilled Beverages and Gluten

Distilled Beverages and Gluten

Distilled beverages, alcohol, and vinegars are gluten-free. Distilled alcohol is also known as “spirits” or “liquor” and comes from distilling fermented foods such as grain, fruit, and vegetables. According to Living Without, research shows that gluten peptides are too large to make it through the distillation process. Watch out for liqueurs, though, which are distilled […]

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Jovial Foods- GLuten-Free Review

Jovial Foods- GLuten-Free Review

This wonderful company, Jovial, has come out with some truly delicious items. Jovial’s cookies and pastas are all handcrafted in the northeast region of Italy in Veneto. This bakery is family-owned, all-organic, and everything is baked in small batches. The three flavors, Chocolate Vanilla Cream, Chocolate Chocolate Cream, and Fig Fruit Filled, were all an […]

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Go-Go Rice- Gluten-Free Review

Go-Go Rice- Gluten-Free Review

I was a bit skeptical testing “already-cooked” rice in a bowl. It appealed to me somewhat, as it was organic and preservative-free, and sometimes I do need a side dish and don’t want to wait for the standard forty minutes for my brown rice. So I gave Go-Go Rice a shot and asked my test […]

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Mr. Ritt’s Mixes- Gluten-Free Review

Mr. Ritt’s Mixes- Gluten-Free Review

Over thirty years ago, Mr. Ritt opened a bakery in Philadelphia that would later become a gluten-free establishment and gain a dedicated fan base among the gluten-free community. It’s no surprise that after closing his bakery’s doors, Mr. Ritt was met with the demands of his enthusiastic customers who couldn’t do without his tasty creations. […]

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KA-ME- Gluten-Free Review

KA-ME- Gluten-Free Review

KA-ME literally translated means “turtle” or “tortoise” in Japanese, implying permanence and traditions to the approach in manufacturing Asian food. KA-ME is over 25 years old in the business of adhering to dietary philosophies and cooking and baking methods of the Asians, brought down through traditions. Gluten is not a staple in the Asian world […]

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