Category: R.O.C.K.
Gluten-Free,Grain-Free Delicious Chicken Salad with Paprika Sandwiches
What a delicious lunch or snack, high in protein and oh-so-satisfying! Yes, it is simple, but I use only the Vegenaise, and it just is the right condiment for this one, for those of us who are gluten– and dairy-free. INGREDIENTS Chicken breast halves 1 c VEGENAISE mayonnaise 1 tbsp paprika ¼ tbsp cayenne 2 […]
Chocolate Tofu Filling
You are going to love this delicious dessert! It’s a simple, fast, and rewarding dessert to present to the table. It really brings the smiles. Kids love it and so does my chocolate-lover husband. (1 filling for a pie or 8 little ramekins) INGREDIENTS 16 oz (2 packs) firm silken tofu ½ c cocoa dark […]
Gluten-Free Crêpes #2
Gluten-free crêpes are great for special occasions and holiday brunches. You busy gluten-free cooks can make a stack of versatile gluten-free crêpes ahead of time. Use a blender to make really fast and easy crêpe batter. Wrap and freeze them for a fast and convenient special-occasion dessert. Serve with raspberry sauce, or your favorite fruit […]
Gluten Free Chicken Curry
Chicken curry is one of my favorite Thai dishes. I was determined to come up with a gluten-free version, and it is quite a success! INGREDIENTS 4 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon corriander 2 minced garlic cloves 1 large onion diced 1 chicken breast diced 1 pack rice noodles Gluten-free soy […]
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
This is the original Toll House recipe, halved because I don’t want to make so many cookies. These are really delicious! INGREDIENTS a heaping 1 3/4 c rice flour, or flour mix 1/2 t xanthan gum 1/2 t baking soda 1/2 t salt 1 stick shortening, Earth Balance, or butter 1/2 c brown sugar […]
Gluten-Free Pizza for Your Celiac Child
One of the essentials every parent needs to know is how to provide your celiac child with delicious gluten-free pizza. There are many ways to enjoy gluten-free pizza. You can buy it pre-made, make it from scratch at home, or order it in a restaurant. You can find recipes for pizza dough and […]
Stop Your Celiac Child from “Cheating” on His Gluten-Free Diet
Studies have shown that one of the main reasons why some celiac patients can’t stay gluten-free is that they don’t have a support group to encourage and help them. Being a part of support group can provide emotional and practical advantages to help you and your child succeed in the gluten-free lifestyle. This especially […]
Dining Out with Your Celiac Child
First of all, before you start taking your celiac child to restaurants for gluten-free eating, it’s important that you and your child are already familiar with the gluten-free diet, what your child can eat, what he must avoid, and how to protect him from cross-contamination. This way, you’ll know what to order from the menu […]
Your Celiac Child’s Road to Recovery
The amount of time it takes to feel better on a gluten-free diet is different for every person. The average length of time before people begin to experience relief of their symptoms is six to eight weeks. In adults, it can take the intestines several months or even years to heal. Since your child has […]
Flying with Your Celiac Child
First of all, how you’ll manage your trip depends on your travel arrangements—will you be flying or driving? Nowadays, airlines allow its travelers to bring food onto airplanes with them. Each airline has its own set of guidelines which you can usually find online or ask a customer service representative about over the phone. For […]
Helping Your Child Connect with Celiac Support Groups
If your child has recently been diagnosed with celiac disease, it is likely your family is still adapting to the gluten-free lifestyle. It may seem overwhelming at first to a celiac patient to begin the gluten-free road to recovery, as there are many challenges to face in adjusting to a gluten-free diet. Parents often […]
Keeping Your Celiac Child Safe at School
First of all, you’ll need allies, and who better than your child’s teachers? This means all of his teachers, including his physical education instructor or his home room teacher, with whom some children only meet with periodically. I highly recommend meeting with each teacher individually. Writing a note or e-mail is usually insufficient to […]
Tips for Protecting Your Celiac Child from Hidden Sources of Gluten
First of all, as you’re getting to know the guidelines of a gluten-free diet, read as many reference books and articles as possible and carry with you gluten-free resources at all times, particularly when you’re eating out, cooking, and grocery shopping. Knowledge is power when it comes to going gluten-free. A support group and […]
Incredibly Story – A Mother’s Journey in Raising Celiac Triplets
In addition to sharing the story of the Fowler family and their journey through all things gluten-free and celiac, I’d like to also announce that all 4 children including Tyler (7 yrs), Parker, Isabell and Peyton (4 yr old triplets), pictured above in their Halloween costumes, were the winners of the October Danny the Dragon contest […]
Gluten Free R.O.C.K. Parties!
Yep, this is time to tell you about attending a R.O.C.K. party in your area or how about stating a R.O.C.K. group in your area? Danna Korn founded R.O.C.K. in 1991 after her son, Tyler, was diagnosed with celiac disease. It has grown internationally with helping families all over the world deal with the challenges […]