Ancient Grains-New Trend For Gluten-Free Baking- Leslie Cerier

Ancient Grains-New Trend For Gluten-Free Baking- Leslie Cerier

Below letter was sent in to Tina Turbin by Leslie Courier, author of several cookbooks, including Going Wild in the Kitchen and the upcoming Gluten-Free Recipes for the Conscious Cook ,a chef, educator, environmentalist, photographer, and recipe developer. Tina,   There is a wonderful article on ancient grains and the new trend to using gluten-free […]

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The Super Allergy Girl Cookbook by Lisa Lundy

The Super Allergy Girl Cookbook by Lisa Lundy

Cooking without gluten and dairy and all the other most common allergens can be a daunting experience, especially when dealing with an allergic child. The Super Allergy Girl Cookbook is an empowering book full of answers to your child’s or any allergic person’s needs, including the celiac’s. This cookbook contains 132 pages of Lisa’s discoveries […]

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Celiac and High Liver Enzymes

Celiac and High Liver Enzymes

A woman asked about any relationship to her celiac disease and her fatty liver infiltration as well as low blood platelets. Here are some references to read about this as well as some advice worth looking into if this is a concern of yours. A big cause of fatty liver is thought to be fructose […]

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Gluten-Free Food – DePuma’s

Gluten-Free Food – DePuma’s

John DePuma has a love for food, cooking, and his wife, Gina, who was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2002. After many years of dealing with lactose and shellfish allergies, Gina was faced with stomach and joint pain and ringing in her ears to find out she had to refrain from gluten. John, a New […]

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May 2010 UPDATE Continental Airlines – Gluten Free Meals!

May 2010 UPDATE Continental Airlines – Gluten Free Meals!

Continental airlines has now reversed their decision to remove the Gluten free meals and will now have Gluten Free meals May 1st on flights that offer special meals. This decision was no doubt reversed after hearing from many unsatisfied gluten free passengers, family members and groups. United Airlines has been offering gluten free meals on international flights and it does not […]

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Wheat-Free, Gluten-Free Cookbook for Kids and Busy Adults by Connie Sarros

Wheat-Free, Gluten-Free Cookbook for Kids and Busy Adults by Connie Sarros

Connie Sarros has put together a book that kids will love as well as any adult who enjoys being with a child in the kitchen. The book is just full of fun! Connie has taken special care to not only include only easy-to-prepare recipes, but each one is adaptable to the casein-free diet, opening the […]

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B Vitamin Supplements Recommended for Celiac Patients

B Vitamin Supplements Recommended for Celiac Patients

 One of the major health concerns regarding a gluten-free diet is increased homocysteine levels.  Recently, a recent study found that by taking B vitamin supplements, celiac patients can reduce this risk.      What exactly is homocysteine? Homocysteine is an amino acid in the blood. Studies have shown that too much homocysteine in the blood is […]

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Gluten Sensitivity, A Common Cause of Liver Dysfunction and Disease by Dr. O

Gluten Sensitivity, A Common Cause of Liver Dysfunction and Disease by Dr. O

Dr. Peter Osborne ( Dr. O) has graciously offered to supply monthly, up-to-date, helpful and important information about gluten and celiac issues. Dr. O is the Clinical Director of  Town Center Wellness and a Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition. More than 200 scientific studies have linked gluten sensitivity to liver disease.  In this […]

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C-Sections & Celiac Disease Risks to Offspring

C-Sections & Celiac Disease Risks to Offspring

Ther is a lot of specualtioas to what makes celiac disease symptoms ( or hidden symptoms) “flare up” in babeies and children of all ages. This is an intersting new article released May 18th, 2010- Health Day News –  Children born by cesarean section may be more likely to develop celiac disease, a chronic digestive […]

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Gluten-Free Food – Goldbaum’s Natural Food Company

Gluten-Free Food – Goldbaum’s Natural Food Company

Goldbaum’s offers a variety of gluten-free products which we were impressed with, one for one.  Any child would love to enjoy a scoop of ice cream in the vanilla ice cream cones. The chocolate sugar cones were a real treat. I dipped the top of the cones into melted chocolate, and we enjoyed playing around […]

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Side Effects & How to Manage Them

Side Effects & How to Manage Them

Please go to this wonderful resourcecful site, Celiac.com and read my latest aricle on  the “Side Effects of a Gluten-Free Diet and How to Manage Them”. http://www.celiac.com/articles/22117/1/Side-Effects-of-a-Gluten-Free-Diet-and-How-to-Manage-Them/Page1.html Tina Turbin

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Living Healthy, Without Gluten and Dairy Part III- Sandi Star

Living Healthy, Without Gluten and Dairy Part III- Sandi Star

A friend and professional to all- Sandi Star, CCN        Read Part I and Part II now In Part II, we talked about the different levels of gluten intolerance; wheat allergy, intolerance, leaky gut and celiac disease. Making the transition is much easier if you take it in steps or approach it as a […]

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GLEE! An Easy Guide to Gluten-Free Independence by Elizabeth Atkinson

GLEE! An Easy Guide to Gluten-Free Independence by Elizabeth Atkinson

GLEE, which stands for “gluten-free,” written by Elizabeth Atkinson, was initially sparkled by the fact that the author’s daughter, Bridgette, was heading off to college where she would have to take care of herself and her gluten-free needs in the dorm, eating on campus, and eating out off-campus. Elizabeth wanted to create a guide or […]

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Saturday May 15th, Los Angeles- Celiac Disease Fdn. Education Conference and Food Fair!

Saturday May 15th, Los Angeles- Celiac Disease Fdn. Education Conference and Food Fair!

Saturday, May 15  8:00a to 4:00p at the Marriott Los Angeles Downtown, Los Angeles, CA   Phone: (818) 990-2354 Celiac Disease expert Peter H.R. Green, MD and gluten-free diet expert Shelley Case, RD will be speaking among others. Celiac Disease Foundation  ( www.celiac.org) Annual Education Conference and Food Fair is for people of all ages who have […]

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Treating Osteoporosis When You Have Celiac Disease

Treating Osteoporosis When You Have Celiac Disease

     Medical researchers have noted for quite some time that osteoporosis and celiac disease commonly appear together. It’s not uncommon to find that when you have celiac disease you also have osteoporosis, or vice-versa.     So how do you treat osteoporosis? When celiac patients adopt a gluten-free diet, their bone density usually improves. In addition […]

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Alana on the Martha Stewart Show- promotes Nonuttin’

Alana on the Martha Stewart Show- promotes Nonuttin’

These gluten-free , allergen-free snacks are easy-to-make granola bars from Alana Elliott of Nonuttin’ Foods who was happy to be on Martha Stewart show on April 29th! These child friendly recipes are terrific on the go as well as loaded with fiber and taste. Please read about Alana’s gluten-free company! Be sure and use gluten-free oats and […]

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Gluten-Free and Scrumptious – Nonuttin’

Gluten-Free and Scrumptious – Nonuttin’

Dedicated-facility-ingredient certification, routinely-tested, gluten-free-delicious in every single Nonuttin’ bite! Now, that’s a mouthful, but we all are raving about Alana Elliot’s various Nonuttin’ products with our mouths full of these delicious treats. They are all made with very fresh ingredients and full of flavor from healthy ingredients. The granola bars are as good as the […]

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Understanding the Link between Osteoporosis and Celiac Disease

Understanding the Link between Osteoporosis and Celiac Disease

     Medical researchers have noted for quite some time that osteoporosis and celiac disease commonly appear together. If you have either condition, it’s important to understand this link and to know what symptoms to look for. Being informed on this subject can have priceless health benefits.      Osteoporosis is a disease that causes the bones […]

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Gluten Sensitivity:Problem or Myth-by Dr.O & his informative VIDEO!

Gluten Sensitivity:Problem or Myth-by Dr.O & his informative VIDEO!

Dr. Peter Osborne ( Dr. O) has graciously offered to supply monthly, up-to-date, helpful and important information about gluten and celiac issues. Dr. O is the Clinical Director of  Town Center Wellness and a Diplomate with the American Clinical Board of Nutrition. Many people today are going on gluten free diets.  You can find extensive gluten free […]

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Coconut Flour and Coconut Oil

Coconut Flour and Coconut Oil

You may want to consider coconut as a regular part of your diet. There are endless ways to indulge! The best way to experience the many health-giving gifts of coconut is to try virgin coconut oil. I truly believe Virgin coconut oil is one of the smartest oils you can eat. Rich in lauric acid, coconut oil contains […]

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