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Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Tostada
This raw tostada forms the foundation of a delicious Mexican family dinner. Toss in your favorite Mexican salad ingredients—I love lettuce, tomatoes, jicama, shredded cheese, black beans, grilled chicken, and salsa—and serve! (makes 2 large “family-style” tostada salads) INGREDIENTS 1 c Chia seed 2 c sundried tomatoes 2 tsp sea salt 1 tsp Mexican spice […]
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 […]
Cheezy Kelp Noodles
This recipe is contributed by Julianne from Planet Raw in Los Angeles, which I’ve altered slightly. It’s grain-free and gluten-free, creative, and super delicious. Also great for kids! Prep time: 10-15 mins Wait time: 0-1 hr Equipment: Vita-Mix blender, Excalibur dehydrator Lasts: 1 day Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 package Sea Tangle Kelp Noodles ½ […]
Gluten-Free Travel Site: A Resource for Gluten-Free Travelers
If you’re anything like me, or the average American in fact, you probably like to get away and travel every now and then. The demands of your work may even lead you to travel rather frequently. No matter why or how often, traveling can be an important part of your life even if you are […]
Ambrosia or “Fruit Gumbo”
This recipe comes from my friend L.D. Sledge. It’s the perfect springtime or summertime treat. It lasts 3-4 days, but it’ll probably disappear before then! INGREDIENTS: Cut-up: Oranges Pineapples Granny Smith apples Grapefruit Banana Walnuts Sliced almonds Sliced pecans Tiny marshmallows (optional) Cherries Blueberries Sweetened shredded coconut DIRECTIONS: Combine ingredients and mix in […]
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 Chicken Strips – Recipe
This recipe will vamp up your chicken and make your grain-free diet a whole lot easier. I am always having to come up healthy alternatives for my grain-free lifestyle and this is one that you can’t go wrong with. Even the boys at Crossfit High Voltage who can’t cook should be able to do this one. […]
Just Poppin Maple Sorghum Kashi
This is an altered version of a recipe supplied by Just Poppin for their granola. It was a pleasure to help create this ultimate snack food recipe! INGREDIENTS: 3 c popped sorghum ½ c slivered almonds ½ c shredded coconut (sweetened) ¼ c maple syrup 2 tbsp vegetable ¼ c sesame seeds ¼ c […]
Mini Gluten-Free Cacao-Spirulina Balls
These gluten-free, grain-free rolls are the perfect complement to a scrumptious home meal. Serve these with your meal so you don’t spoil your appetite by filling up on them! INGREDIENTS: ¾ – 1 c coconut butter (more for a creamier texture) 2 tsp vanilla bean 2 tbsp chocolate 100% 1 tsp spirulina DIRECTIONS: […]
Nonresponsive Celiac Disease Explained
You’ll often hear me say that those of us diagnosed with celiac disease should be grateful for a couple of reasons. First of all, of the estimated 3 million Americans with the disease, only 3% of them have been lucky be correctly diagnosed. Secondly, once diagnosis has been made, treatment is simple and non-medicative—the gluten-free […]
Dairy-Free Cashew “Sour Cream”
Serve this dairy-free topping on your favorite tasty Mexican dish! INGREDIENTS: 3/2 c cashews, soaked for at least 4 hrs. 1 ½ tbsp lime juice 1 tsp agave 1 tsp sea salt ½ c filtered water DIRECTIONS: In a high-powered blender, blend all ingredients until smooth. Tina Turin www.GlutenFreeHelp.info k.m.
Gluten-Digesting Enzyme Product: A Must for Celiacs
I’d like to recommend a product for my readers and welcome any feedback you have. Gluten Sensitivity Formula, developed by Advanced Bionutritionals, is an advanced gluten-digesting enzyme product, which is a must for celiacs and gluten-sensitive people. Sometimes, no matter how diligent you are in your gluten-free diet, accidental ingestion of gluten happens. That’s why […]
Pumpkin Seed Treats
These gluten-free, grain-free goodies taste like they’re from the oven, but they’re raw. Kids just love these as a special surprise in their lunchbox or waiting for them on the kitchen table when they get home. Dip them in some soymilk for extra deliciousness! INGREDIENTS: 1 c pumpkin seed meal (butter) 3 tbsp date […]
Celiac Disease Associated with Asthma Risk
Over the years, researchers have been discovering more and more about celiac disease, an autoimmune disease which is caused by gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Studies have linked the disease to a variety of other medical conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis. Researchers have now found a […]
Dijon Balsamic Salad Dressing
I recommend that you keep a bottle of this dressing around in the kitchen. Not only is it gluten-free, but it tastes delicious on every type of salad I make. You can also make it with rice wine vinegar. INGREDIENTS: ¼ c extra virgin olive oil ¾ c balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic ½ […]
Read Gluten Toxicity eBook by Celiac Nurse
With the advent of the latest medium, the eBook, the celiac community has been able to stay informed more conveniently than ever about their disease and gluten-free living. A handful of eBooks have caught my attention, some of which I’ve mentioned on my Gluten Free Help Blog at GlutenFreeHelp.info, but one particular eBook stands out […]
Spicy Kale Chips
This gluten-free, grain-free snack is also raw. Dip these in some hummus or some homemade dip. Yum! INGREDIENTS: Red peppers Cashews Sunflower seeds Lemon Yeast (SAF) Scallions Garlic Bunch of kale DIRECTIONS: 1. Mix ingredients together and “massage” with a bunch of kale. 2. Dehydrate. Tina Turbin www.GlutenFreeHelp.info k.m.
Celiac Disease Prevalence Is on the Rise
According to estimates, 3 million Americans suffer from celiac disease (CD)—approximately 1% of the population, and only three percent of them have been correctly diagnosed. As startling as that sounds, according to a news article on Medscape Today, the incidence of CD has increased markedly over the last three decades, perhaps even as fourfold, and […]
Simple Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Pancakes
INGREDIENTS: ½ c almond flour (Honeyville) ¼ c coconut flour ½ tsp salt 2 eggs 1 tbsp orange blossom honey 4 tbsp warm water ¼ – ½ tsp baking soda Coconut oil DIRECTIONS: 1. Mix all ingredients together. 2. Cook in frying pan with coconut oil. Tina Turbin www.GlutenFreeHelp.info k.m.
