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Testing for Celiac Disease Is Easier than Ever!

Testing for Celiac Disease Is Easier than Ever!

  I want to share with you a truly remarkable advance in celiac disease testing shared by Dr. Peter Osborne, Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition. Whereas testing for gluten sensitivity and celiac disease has been traditionally performed in a doctor’s office with blood antibody tests and intestinal biopsies, genetic testing is readily […]

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Think Thin – A Gluten Free Bar

Think Thin – A Gluten Free Bar

Want to learn about a gluten-free protein bar we tried in my test kitchens with 0 grams of sugar? I know you’ve seen them in the health food stores and in many grocery stores. The name will be familiar but the history will not be. Lizanne Falsetto is he power behind Think Thin Bars. At […]

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Ginger – Soy Dip (Sauce)

Ginger – Soy Dip (Sauce)

This one is adapted from a “Martha” on one of her television recipes.   INGREDIENTS: ¼ c gluten-free soy sauce 3 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tbsp minced fresh garlic 2 tsp sugar ¼ tsp sesame oil     DIRECTIONS Stir all and serve with any Asian (gluten-free of course) wontons – pot stickers or even […]

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Gluten-Free Multivitamin and Telomeres

Gluten-Free Multivitamin and Telomeres

  If you’ve been keeping up with me for a while, you’ve probably heard me mention and quote the benefits of a GF multivitamin on the gluten-free diet. After all, it’s common sense health advice. Now there’s scientific evidence that shows that taking a daily multivitamin also increases longevity! The study in the Journal of […]

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Interview with Dr. Thomas O’Bryan

Interview with Dr. Thomas O’Bryan

Dr. Thomas O’Bryan is a leading researcher, writer and internationally recognized speaker and work shop leader specializing in Gluten Sensitivity & Celiac Disease. He is the Sherlock Holmes for chronic disease and metabolic disorders. Read my interview with him below: What was your purpose in becoming a doctor? My passion and purpose is to Help […]

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Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie with a Cauliflower Twist

Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie with a Cauliflower Twist

This recipe is an old favorite which I made gluten-free and without potatoes.  I use mashed “cauliflower” as the topping and no one even knows.  Not even my pickiest tester – my daughter.   INGREDIENTS for topping: 1 head cauliflower 2 tbsp butter or soy butter – not melted 2 tbsp rice milk (or milk […]

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The Gluten-Free Italian Cookbook

The Gluten-Free Italian Cookbook

Author Mary Capone teaches us fine classic Italian dishes from her roots in the Italian Countryside. Upon reading The Gluten-Free Italian Cookbook, I felt a sense of warmth from the author as she opened her heart and the doors to her “world”—her past, her family, and her heritage. Mary grew up in New York in […]

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Constipation, Celiac Disease, and Gluten Intolerance: Understanding the Link

Constipation, Celiac Disease, and Gluten Intolerance: Understanding the Link

Chronic constipation isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s can be a serious health condition. If you are suffering from this condition and haven’t been able to pinpoint the medical cause yet, I recommend setting up an appointment with your doctor to get tested for celiac disease or a food sensitivity, especially to gluten or casein, right away. How […]

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Boomi Bar &  Prana Bar

Boomi Bar & Prana Bar

Divine Foods is a family-owned and run company offering two lines of all-natural GF energy bars, the Boomi Bar and the Prana Bar. The Boomi Bar comes in an amazing thirteen varieties of flavors all loaded with precise selections of nuts, seeds, and pure fruits, and no cane sugar, peanuts, or soy. All ingredients are […]

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Green Beans with a kick

Green Beans with a kick

INGREDIENTS: 12 -16 oz fresh green beans “trimmed” left long 2 tbsp vegetable oil 3 Serrano chilies or ½ – 1 tbsp chipotle powder     DIRECTIONS Heat oil and lower Add beans – cover Stir and add chilies or powder Will start to get little brown spots after about 5 minutes Take off heat. […]

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Five Questions to Find Celiac Disease in Children

Five Questions to Find Celiac Disease in Children

  How can you find out if YOUR child should be tested for celiac disease? WebMD Health News recently published a questionnaire that you can use to find out if your child has celiac disease and needs to be put on a gluten-free diet. According to the article, at least half of children with celiac […]

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Gluten-Free 5 Minute Chocolate Cake in a Mug – Recipezaar

Gluten-Free 5 Minute Chocolate Cake in a Mug – Recipezaar

Serves 1 -2, 1 cake (change servings and units) The most dangerous gluten free cake recipe in the world! WHY! Because now we are all only 5 minutes away from chocolate cake at any time of the day or night! Oh my- Yummy folks, I mean it. 4 Tbs. sweet rice flour 4 Tbs. sugar […]

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Gluten-Free Bread Companies—An Overview

Gluten-Free Bread Companies—An Overview

There is certainly no lack of options when it comes to gluten-free breads. Gluten-free for years, I’m lucky to have had the opportunity to try so many of them. The market is now full of gluten-free bread companies, offering breads, buns, rolls, and so much more, some of which are made to be nutrient-rich and […]

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Reduce Your Exposure to Chemical Food Dyes – Part 2

Reduce Your Exposure to Chemical Food Dyes – Part 2

  The easiest way to avoid or reduce your exposure to chemical coloring is simply to avoid a lot of processed food.  Check your gluten-free labels always. FD&C on a label means the FDA allows the dyes to be used in food, drugs and cosmetics.  Sometimes you’ll see FDA Red 40 or FD&C Red 40, […]

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Crunchmaster Gluten Free Crackers

Crunchmaster Gluten Free Crackers

These Multi-Seed Crackers have crunch, flavor, and perfectly accompany any slice of cheese or dip and are great simply plain. The Roasted Garlic was not unlike a garlic cracker I used to eat prior to being diagnosed with celiac disease. The Sweet Onion was light but the crunch was perfect with the flavor. The plain […]

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Fun with GF/LG Food by Debbie Johnson – eBook Review

Fun with GF/LG Food by Debbie Johnson – eBook Review

It’s rare to find a recipe that is capable of catering to the needs of the gluten-free, food allergy, diabetic, vegetarian and vegan communities—all in one recipe. Debbie Johnson’s cookbook, Fun with GF/LG Foods, is full of such recipes, and what’s more, the book available in the handy eBook format. This cookbook is the first […]

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The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide (5th ed.)

The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide (5th ed.)

When you’re celiac, there are certain essentials you must arm yourself with. The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide, in its latest (fifth) edition, is one of those items you need if you’re on the gluten-free diet, especially if you like to eat out now and then or do any travelling. I love to cook and highly […]

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GF Quinoa Breakfast

GF Quinoa Breakfast

You can have this for breakfast or even as a side dish. Quinoa is GF and high in protein. INGREDIENTS (makes 2 cups) 2 cups milk (or soy, rice, or almond milk) 1 cup quinoa 1 tbsp agave 1/8 tsp cinnamon 1 c fresh berries (blueberries or nuts)   DIRECTIONS 1. Bring milk to boil. […]

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Chemical Food Dyes and Hyperactivity – Part 1

Chemical Food Dyes and Hyperactivity – Part 1

  Chemical dyes are in all types of foods and despite evidence of some of them wreaking havoc; the FDA has allowed them to remain on the “safe list”. Manufacturers like to use them due to their capabilities to enhance foods, gums etc.  The results are vivid, consistent and very appealing. The FDA monitors the […]

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Root Vegetable Pancakes

Root Vegetable Pancakes

Submitted by : Mckenna Barlow paleomac@gmail.com I love pancakes but sometimes the sweet ones make me over eat!  So, I have made up this savory version using root vegetables instead.  My husband really liked them and said they were excellent as leftovers too Ingredients: 1/2 celery root peeled, grated 4 parsnips peeled, grated 1/4 purple onion […]

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Betty Crocker Publishes Gluten-Free Recipe Book

Betty Crocker Publishes Gluten-Free Recipe Book

Betty Crocker has already made waves in the gluten-free community with their delicious gluten-free baking mixes for brownies, cakes, and cookies. Betty Crocker went gluten-free after two women in the company found themselves in the world of gluten-free living—one of them diagnosed with celiac disease and the other one forced to go gluten-free for the […]

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Tips for Packing a Healthy Gluten-Free Lunch Box

Tips for Packing a Healthy Gluten-Free Lunch Box

There are lots of ways to pack a healthy gluten-free school lunch. First of all, it’s important to include your child in the planning the week’s lunches ahead of time. Let him pick out a fun lunchbox with a thermos and ice pack to protect foods at safe temperatures. Using a thermos and icepacks help […]

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Shirataki Noodle: A Gluten-Free “Food Secret”

Shirataki Noodle: A Gluten-Free “Food Secret”

  I research and test gluten-free food products on behalf of the gluten-free community. One product that has caught my attention is konjaku, also known as shirataki, konjac, konnyaku, and Devil’s Tongue. A versatile noodle, konjaku is gluten-free, high-fiber, calorie-free, low-carb, and rich in prebiotics. Konjaku was featured on BodyEcology.com, a website created by Donna […]

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Dining Out with Your Celiac Child

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 […]

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GF Crispy French Toast for Two

GF Crispy French Toast for Two

This is such a delicious recipe for a nice husband and wife morning, or to play in the kitchen with the kids. It is delicious and fun no matter the company. INGREDIENTS 6 tbsp egg whites 3 tbsp milk (or soy or almond milk) 2 tsp sugar ½ tsp vanilla Butter Cinnamon (to taste) 4 […]

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Korean Gluten-Free AMAZING Pancakes

Korean Gluten-Free AMAZING Pancakes

My wonderful on-line friend and professional, Rebecca Subbiah RD, LDN and CPT-has shared this incredible recipe with us and I have to give her 100 full credit as she has a side story to share: Korean TV shows and lots of food are a match made in heaven. I fell in love with thin Korean […]

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