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January Contest Winner-Gluten-Free Husband’s Delight
Gluten Free Husband’s Delightis a delicious recipe submitted by Julianne Karow and our lucky winner,wrapping this January contest up. Hey folks, it was a real tough one this month as I had so many wonderful gluten-free submissions. I had a lot of help in making the decision. We had a few runner-ups as the recipes […]
Writing by Moonlight: Lovely Review of Children’s Book
Adline Ghani from Malaysia and of the website “Writing by Moonlight” has posted a most wonderful review of my children’s book Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy. I am so pleased to share this with you and I do hope that you leave a comment at Adline’s beautiful website. Click here to read the review. Sincerely, […]
Increased Awareness of Celiac Disease in U.S. Brings Increased Support
In the United States, a slightly increased rate of celiac diagnosis among adults has already lead to increased support. Gluten-free foods and gluten-free recipes are more readily available than ever. The Gluten-Free Restaurant Awareness Program (GFRAP) assists in the mutually beneficial relationship between people diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten intolerance and restaurants, resulting […]
Grammy Award Make-Up Artist Joins Gluten-Free Team
Mara Rouse has a history of exceptional credits to her resume to add another jam packed filled week of applying make-up for the celebrity pre-parties to the Grammys as well as the Grammys this year, 2010. Mara Rouse is now the make-up artist for any parties or shoots we do while in I am in […]
Sauteed Mahi-Mahi with Cielo ‘Arrabiata’ Sauce
Here is a delicious recipe share by one of my cooks in the test kitchen inFlorida using the Cielo Arrabiata Sauce we were testing. Mahi-Mahi in Cielo ‘Arrabiata’ Sauce Ingredients: 2 TBL of olive oil 1/4 cup sliced fresh garlic 4-5 chopped sweet ‘baby’ peppers 1/2 cup chopped fresh green onion 1/2 cup chopped fresh […]
Gluten-Free Food and Bakery: Katz Gluten-Free Gourmet
Sitting at home creating gluten-free recipes for herself, family, and friends was pure delight to Mrs. Fradel Katz, diagnosed celiac. Little did she know that word would spread and the popularity of her foods would grow. Orders started flooding in until Fradel knew that her “hobby” was destined to become a flourishing business, and it […]
Gluten-Free Sauces: Cielo Sauce Works
Situated in beautiful Gorham, Maine is the manufacturing plant of Cielo (pronounced chee-el-o) Sauce Works, a company founded and owned by husband-and-wife team, Walter and Tracey Tolson. They’re quite proud of their three Italian GF and DF sauces, Arrabiata sauce, spicy (yet mild) pizza sauce—smooth, sweet, and flavorful, and their classic pasta sauces, a perfect […]
Gluten-Free Raw Energy-Fiber Crackers
Fiber is necessary for us all and even more so for those on a GF diet. These crackers are full of protein, energy and fiber. You do need a dehydrator to make these. INGREDIENTS 7 cups date paste 1 cup flax (grind up ½ cup of this, and the other ½ leave whole) 2 cups […]
Studies Show Link between Gluten Intolerance and Autism
Autism is a disorder that is causing more and more concern in the U.S., provoking much research and debate. Recently, various studies, particularly those conducted in the field of alternative medicine, have suggested that there may be a link between autism and food allergies, specifically to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and […]
Sugar To Agave Conversion
Converting Your Recipes to Agave Nectar: Agave Nectar is sweeter than sugar, so you can use less! 1. Substitute 2/3 cup agave nectar per 1 cup sugar. 2. Compensate for the moisture in the agave nectar by reducing other liquids added by 1 FL OZ per 2/3 cup agave used. You can also estimate the […]
Central Florida is the World’s Most Celiac-Friendly Destination!
It’s always nice to receive a pleasant message, which in turn makes the day that much more brighter. The Attune Foods Community Manager recently wrote to me concerning a product review of their delicious gluten-free bars. As a side note, these bars are fantastic and the video and written rave reviews will be posted soon! She shared […]
True Story: Stomach Pains Vanish After Eating Gluten-Free!
Following is a terrific testimonial from a man that had participated in my Gluten-Free Taste Testing Party on January 17th. “After the meeting at your house for the products taste party I decided to get very strict on a gluten free program. “After two days I had zero gut pain and a brain fog is clearing. I […]
Gluten-Free Taste Testing Parties: East and West Coasts
At my Gluten-Free taste-testing party on Sunday the 17th, we tested 42 Gluten-Free products in the course of 2-1/2 hours. I had everyone take diligent notes on their feedback for each and every item I presented. The results have already been put together in my various reviews which my team in LA and FL worked hard on. I want […]
Testing for Celiac Disease is Easy!
As hard as it is to get a celiac diagnosis in the U.S., the diagnosis isn’t difficult to test for. Simple blood tests detect the disease over ninety percent of the time. The diagnosis is then confirmed by an upper endoscopy. A small, flexible tube is slipped into the mouth of the sedated patient, down […]
Top Gluten-Free Companies Reviewed
One of my most involved projects lately (with my staff in FL and LA) has been the delicious and delightful task of reviewing gluten-free cookbooks, gluten-free foods and a variety of other gluten-free products such as cosmetics, vitamins and more. My team and I are having a wonderful time and are quite excited to share […]
Gluten-Free Blueberry Pie
INGREDIENTS: One double gluten-free pie crust 5 cups fresh wild blueberries ¾ cup maple sugar ¼ cup rice flour 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon rice milk, or egg yolk for brushing 1 tablespoon sugar, for sprinkling DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a […]
Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome Could Be Tied to Gluten Intolerance
If you’ve been experience tummy troubles for years—gas, bloating, stomach aches, and diarrhea, you’ve likely already been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). New research regarding celiac disease, however, is linking IBS with gluten intolerance and doctors are recommending IBS sufferers, especially those with diarrhea-predominant IBS. New research published in the Archives of […]
Gluten-Free Crostini with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Cheese
There’s always a little Italian in all of us, and for us on a Gluten-Free diet, we have to come up with ways to satisfy all our taste desires – and we easily can. Here you go! INGREDIENTS: Sun-dried tomato pesto: ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil) 3-4 cloves garlic, to taste 1 […]
Lucky Winner of my December Contest!
The December winner of my Gluten-Free contest was Georgia W. from Glendale, CA, recipient of a lovely bib apron (similar to the one pictured above). She emailed me to say: “I love the colors and I am wearing it this evening while my daughter, son and I make the Gluten-Free Grandma’s Peach pie I found on your site. […]
Celiac Diagnosis Is on the Rise
There is good news for the millions of Americans who suffer from celiac disease, or coeliac disease, and gluten intolerance—celiac diagnosis among adults is on the rise. Not only does this mean that more and more people are experiencing relief for their painful symptoms, but the door is opening for gluten intolerance support around […]
Gluten-Free “OH MY!” Browny Muffins
These are to die for! They are a wonderful result of trial and error but this one does it! Makes approx. 30 brownies INGREDIENTS 2 ¼ cups gluten free baking mix for brownies 1 cup maple sugar 1 tablespoon plus ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon xanthan gum 1 teaspoon salt […]
You Can Raise Awareness for Celiac Disease
How do we get the estimated three million Americans with celiac disease properly diagnosed and adequately treated? The answer lies in increased awareness and research. There are currently 49 autoimmune diseases, and celiac disease is the only one which isn’t supported in research by the government. This needs to change. In my […]
Gluten-Free Waffle Cones
INGREDIENTS 1 whole large egg 1 egg white ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ cup light agave syrup or maple “sugar” 2/3 cup rice flour (brown) 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract DIRECTIONS 1. Pre-heat wafflecone press to about darkness level 3-4. 2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg and egg white […]
Perrigo’s New Gluten-Free “claim” on Drugs
By Shandra Martinez ALLEGAN — Perrigo Co.’sannouncement Monday it will be the first manufacturer in the United States to label more than 200 of its over-the-counter drugs gluten free is drawing mixed reactions. The problem is the Food and Drug Administration has not come out with a standard for what is considered gluten free, said Elaine […]
Protect Your Celiac Child from Hidden Sources of Gluten
Learning all the usual gluten-containing foods, such as breads and pasta, is only part of the challenge of going gluten-free. Gluten makes soups and sauces thicker and salad dressings creamier, keeps yogurt and soft cheeses firm and dried spices from clumping up, and it keeps candy bars from sticking to the factory conveyor belt. […]
Gluten -Free General Mills UPDATE
General Mills has launched a GLUTEN FREE site with this purpose: Our goal is to help you live your life without gluten… freely. Did you know there are more than 200 great-tasting gluten-free products from General Mills? It’s true! Hundreds products are already gluten free, plus they are working hard to add more to the […]