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What’s All This Talk about Xanthan Gum?
What is xanthan gum anyway? A fundamental gluten-free baking ingredient, xanthan gum appears in many of our store-bought gluten-free goodies and in our recipes, so it’s about time you learn more about it! Classified as a polysaccharide, a type of carbohydrate, xanthan gum is found in foods, cosmetics, and industrial substances. It is made through […]
Giveaway – Anne Byrn’s Amazing Cookbook!
That’s right! A giveaway! One lucky winner will receive Anne Byrn’s ” The Cake Mix Doctor Bakes Gluten-Free”. This is a wonderful gluten-free cookbook for anyone needing some help to bake gluten-free. Fun recipes that are super delicious! One little rule: You must live in the US due to shipping ( sorry!) How to […]
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 […]
Celiac Disease Foundation: Informing and Supporting the Celiac Community
Although a celiac disease (CD) diagnosis can mark the happy ending to years of mysterious painful physical and mental symptoms, it also represents the beginning of a whole new lifestyle. Celiac disease, an autoimmune disease caused by an intolerance to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, has only one treatment, a gluten-free […]
Study Shows Celiac Disease Incidence Increases with Age
Celiac disease, an autoimmune disease triggered by gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, is estimated to affect about 3 million Americans, or one percent of the population. Of the celiac population, only 3% have been correctly diagnosed. These numbers may seem particularly staggering, but in fact the results of a new study […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Sesame “Ricotta Cheese” – Recipe
I got this dairy-free ricotta recipe from a class I took at the Sun Power Cafe in L.A. It’s grain-free, gluten-free, and raw…not to mention delicious! INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ c raw sesame seeds (soaked 4 hrs and drained) 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp nut yeast 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp lemon […]
Daily Probiotics Have Health Benefits for Kids
In my work as an author, researcher, children’s health advocate, and mother of three, I’m often approached by mothers who want to know what they can do to improve their kids’ health. On behalf of these inquisitive parents, I’d like to share some research I’ve come across regarding the health benefits for children of taking […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Culture Starter with Veggies- Recipe
For some good-for-you gluten free, probiotics and a yummy snack, make this recipe contributed by Judy Willardson. INGREDIENTS: Kefir starter grains Assortment of vegetables such as cabbage and celery A bit of apple DIRECTIONS: Mix kefir starter grains with veggies and apples and some liquid, such as water or vegetable juice, covering […]
Vitamin D Receptors: Understanding Gut Function
If you’ve been staying in the know about the latest medical research, you’ve likely heard something about the importance of the balance of gut flora and its connection with infections and disease, particularly inflammatory bowel diseases, which makes it a vital subject of medical research. The latest study, published in the American Journal of Pathology […]
Signs of Celiac Disease in Your Child
It was once believed that celiac disease, caused by an autoimmune reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, was only experienced by children and that most of them would outgrow it. To us these days, such an idea is preposterous, however it indicates something hopeful to us celiac parents—it is possible […]
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 […]
Anne Byrn – Unbelievably Gluten-Free Cookbook – Book Tour
I am really excited It’s already coming up on those cozy holidays we all love. I am also excited because this means it’s time for Anne Byrn’s Book Blog Tour! Anne Byrn is one hell of a lady who has written plenty of cookbooks to know what she is doing. With her releases of “The […]
Refractory Celiac Disease Incidence May Be Higher Than Once Thought
For most celiac patients, treatment on the gluten-free diet marks the turning point for their health. It can take a few months for the villi of the small intestine to heal, but eventually their symptoms are alleviated and they are able to absorb the nutrients in their food. Unfortunately, there is percentage of celiacs who […]
Study Shows Daily Multivitamin Lengthens Telomeres and Lengthens Life
Many baby boomers have heard of telomeres, a component in DNA, the “key” to anti-aging, and understand what their relationship to aging aging—the longer the telomere, the younger the DNA, and the longer one’s life. Once this is understood, the question becomes, “So how do we lengthen telomeres?” While studies are being conducted in this […]
Gluten-Free Giveaway!!! Gluten-Free Cookbook!!!
That’s right! Gluten-free cookbook giveaway happening now! Blackbird Bakery’s Gluten-Free cookbook by Karen Morgan is one of my favorites. If the pictures inside don’t make your mouth water than the smell in your kitchen will! To enter all you have to do is comment below! For more chances to win you can comment on the […]
Gluten-Free Kids at School: Federal Programs and Gluten-Free Lunches
Raising gluten-free children can be a tough job. A gluten-free diet can already be enough of a headache, requiring major changes in your own kitchen, how you celebrate the holidays, and dining out. Then there’s the matter of school, a whole challenge in itself. Fortunately, the American Celiac Disease Alliance has stepped forward to make […]
Probiotics: An Answer to Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease, an autoimmune reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, affects about one percent of the population and 3 million Americans. In spite of this statistic, the disease remains one of the least-researched autoimmune disorders and is in fact the only one not supported by government funding. In the face […]
High Voltage Gluten-Free, Paleo, Dairy-Free Shepherds Pie – Recipe
This recipe is a little more time consuming but it makes a lot so it’s worth it. Also, its delicious!!! For all my Whole Life Challenge buddies at Crossfit High Voltage, please try it out and send me pictures!!! This taste like the real deal and is comfort food at its finest. I know […]
Gluten-Free, Paleo, Dairy-Free Quiche – Recipe
(More Pictures below of all the steps) I used to not be a fan of quiche. As I got older my taste in food changed and now I am a bit obsessed with it. It’s hard finding it at a restaurant gluten-free though and nearly impossible to find it grain-free and paleo. I tried once […]
High Voltage Paleo Gluten-Free Stuffed Peppers – Recipe
If you are participating in the Whole Life Challenge with Crossfit High Voltage or following the paleo diet this one’s for you. When trying to follow a healthy diet you have to mix things up enough or food turns into a necessity instead of a pleasure like it used to be. It can […]
