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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 […]
Celiac Book, Why go Grain-Free on the Paleo Gluten-Free Diet?
My purpose in writing this celiac and grain free eBook was to help the many people struggling with body issues that they just cannot get a grip on. I was one of these people for an excruciating ongoing 7 years. At that time, I was wasting money, time and gluten-free was not at all […]
Detoxify Your Indoor Air with Essential Oils
Aromatherapy has been around for many years, but it seems like it’s really catching on these days. This is great news for families, who otherwise may turn to unnatural, toxic air freshening sprays to deodorize their home. Essential oils not only fill your home with sweet-smelling, long-lasting fragrances, but they actually disinfect the air, effectively […]
Homemade Goat Milk Toddler Formula
There is so much about breastfeeding, formula, when to introduce solids, when to introduce grains, gluten etc etc. When I come across something that helps me I like sharing it with others in hopes that maybe it will help them. I breastfed by son until he was around 18 months old. I told myself […]
Gluten-Free Eating on a Budget
Ah, the age-old question: “How do I eat gluten-free on a budget?” Making the commitment to eating gluten-free and healthy has its financial challenges. Luckily, these days “gluten-free” is a household term, and with more and more Americans growing health-conscious, there are lots of budget-friendly gluten-free (and healthy) foods out there. Here are some of […]
Gluten-Free Bento Box Lunches
Bento box lunches are not only beautiful, they’re a practical way to pack a varied, fresh, gluten-free lunch that makes you or your child look forward to lunchtime. After all, who doesn’t want to partake in such an aesthetically presented meal? Although bento boxes might seem like a new trend – thanks to their growing […]
Katz Gluten Free-Part 1
Time machine time: It’s 2010 and my mother, Tina Turbin, just discovered Katz gluten-free. A certified gluten-free, Kosher company and nut-free as well. With high-quality ingredients and no preservatives added. Back in 2010 celiac disease was something many had never even heard of and gluten?? What is gluten. There were hardly any restaurants with gluten-free […]
A Visual Guide to Steak Buying
Chuck, rib, round, tenderloin. Where do we start? What is best BBQed? What is the cheapest? Cows are very large animals. It can feel daunting to try and figure out which kind of meat to buy for which gluten free meal. Although I do not eat beef daily, I do enjoy a good steak […]
Folic Acid vs. Methylfolate
I remember when I was pregnant and at every single OB appointment I was asked, “are you taking folic acid”. It was apparently the most important thing to my OB’s nurses. So what exactly is “folic acid” and what is this “methylfolate” you sometimes see on the back of supplements? I am more on the […]
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 […]
Uses for Coconut Oil
There is this joke when you are a new mom to just “put some coconut oil on it” for just about everything. Diaper rash, cut, dry skin, etc. You even hear the occasional joke of someone saying to use it for something totally irrelevant like “Didn’t get enough sleep last night? Just rub some coconut […]
Celiac Awareness Month
With May being the official celiac awareness month, I wanted to dedicate a post to just that. Maybe I will clarify for some of you some things you never knew or some things you have forgotten. First off, celiac disease is NOT a food allergy. It isn’t something you can “outgrow”. Celiac disease is one […]
Natural Remedies for the Flu
Is it ever not flu season? Is a bug ever NOT going around. Feels as though there is always something going around being passed from kid to kid, family member to family member and coworker to coworker. We do our best to maintain a healthy immune system so we don’t catch what is going around […]
Grains for Babies and When to Introduce Them to Your Child
First of all, I am definitely not a doctor and do not claim to be one. I get contacted a lot by mothers asking me questions about how I am raising my son though since he has been pretty darn healthy and a pretty easy baby. Specifically, I get asked about his diet and in […]
Gluten-Free Baking Tips and Tricks
This morning while my son was playing with his toys, I decided to quickly make some gluten-free biscuits. I was craving them and they are nearly impossible to find at the grocery store. While making the biscuits, it occurred to me that I’ve learned some gluten-free tips and tricks along the way that I take […]
A Healthier Gluten-Free Sweetener – ZenSweet
As you know, I am constantly developing recipes and finding new ways to make my favorite dishes; and I’m always on the look-out for healthier gluten-free alternatives. I came across a healthier gluten-free sweetener called ZenSweet and had to take a moment to tell you about it. First of all, it measures and tastes just […]
Gluten-Free Quick Snacks to Go
Sustaining a gluten-free lifestyle can be tough without easy access to ingredients that turn ordinary foods into extraordinary meals. Luckily, all it takes is a few key ingredients to shake things up in the kitchen so you can maintain a healthy, yet tasty diet regimen. With the help of the following 10 gluten-free items, you’ll […]
Coffee Blocks – Food Review
Fat is actually good for you. I know, it’s crazy but it’s true. All these low fat this and low fat thats have done nothing for our society’s health. Fake butter, fat-free yogurt, the list goes on. Our bodies actually need fat. Our brain needs fat to function! But, what kinds of fat? Good fats. I […]
GlutenFreeSmartStore.com – A New Way to Shop
GlutenFreeFind.com, as many of you already know, is an award-winning online gluten-free resource directory. GlutenFreeFind.com has been doing its best from the beginning to make all our gluten-free lives easier. Once again they are with their partnership and launch of GlutenFreeSmartStore.com. GlutenFreeSmartStore.com partnered with TV Chef Kathy Smart, Allergic Solution and GlutenFreeFind.com and officially […]
