Researching “Mind-Body” to Treat Celiac Disease

Researching “Mind-Body” to Treat Celiac Disease

As you know, treating celiac disease with a gluten-free diet can  be quite a challenge, as even just the smallest exposure to gluten can cause damage to the small intestine and make us celiac quite sick. With this in mind, Dr. Ali Keshavarzian, vice chairman of medicine and gastroenterologist at Rush University Medical Center, has […]

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Gluten-Free and Starbucks!

Gluten-Free and Starbucks!

Good news ! We have gluten-free options at Starbucks. When Starbucks announced the cancellation of their cake via Twitter this started a petition to bring back the cake. They listened and acted upon this petition and the many calls they received. All of the gluten-free items they now have offer a longer shelf life. This they hope […]

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Gluten-Free: Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet

Gluten-Free: Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet

Watch my video of the JK Gourmet food and book review by clicking here. Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet is a cookbook offering a clarification to and simplification of the grain-free diet and its health benefits. It also clarifies some specific points regarding the Specific Carbohydrate Diet and offers some well-researched and documented history and evidence concerningthe diet. Bestselling […]

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Chocolate Chip Banana Bread- Runner Up January 2010 Contest

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread- Runner Up January 2010 Contest

Tina, Here’s my chocolate chip banana bread that never lasts long in my house. Chocolate Chip Banana Bread preheat 325 degrees Combine 2 cups gluten free flour mix (I usually use Bette Hagman’s GF mix) 3/4 cup sugar 1 tsp. xanthan gum 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp salt in a medium size bowl Add […]

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Irresistible GF Chocolate Frosting – Runner Up January 2010 Contest

Irresistible GF Chocolate Frosting – Runner Up January 2010 Contest

Dear Tina, Thanks very much for offering this contest! My recipe entry is one your readers will never, ever forgive you for posting, because it’s just too good! I love Pamela’s Dark Chocolate Frosting Mix, but I wanted something even thicker and more sophisticated for a grown-up GF birthday cake.     Irresistible GF Chocolate […]

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Gluten -Free General Mills UPDATE

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 […]

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Tina’s Gluten-Free Cupcake Party Sponsored by Pamela’s Products

Tina’s Gluten-Free Cupcake Party Sponsored by Pamela’s Products

We had SO much fun baking to our hearts content, decorating with our imaginations soaring, eating Pamela’s Products and enjoying one another’s company. I am honored and grateful be able to have incredibly delicious ingredients and fun give-aways for my parties, all from Pamela’s Products as well as Nature’s Food Patches LOADED gift bags , once […]

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Gluten-Free Manufacturers Giving Back

Gluten-Free Manufacturers Giving Back

Tricia Thompson, M.S., RD is a nutrition consultant, author andspeaker specializing in celiac disease and the gluten-free diet. This week I would like to recognize manufacturers of gluten-free food who are generously helping out our gluten-free friends in need. Please support these companies by purchasing their products. If you are a manufacturer of gluten-free food, […]

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Design Your OWN Gluten-Free Bar ON-LINE!

Design Your OWN Gluten-Free Bar ON-LINE!

Design your own custom energy bar perfectly tailored to your personal taste and nutritional needs. Build-a-Bar allows you to design anything from High protein low carb energy bars to gluten free protein bars. Each customized nutrition bar is handmade and guaranteed delicious. Build your own custom protein bar today for your family, your kids or simply pamper yourself! […]

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I Found Terrific Gluten-Free Site!

I Found Terrific Gluten-Free Site!

This site is an amazing resource for us moms! You can look up certain brands of foods and the ingredients to stay away from food allergies or additives. Search “Gluten-Free” and “cookies” for example and you will be guided to  a list of treats that will fit your needs. I am a bit picky when […]

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As Gluten Awareness Grows, So Does Variety of Gluten-Free Treats

As Gluten Awareness Grows, So Does Variety of Gluten-Free Treats

You’ve just been diagnosed with celiac disease or you’ve discovered you have a gluten intolerance. Now what?  You’re going to have to be on a gluten-free diet from now on, your doctor informs you. But wait. Before your disappointment at the thought of diet restrictions starts to set in, take note that there are some […]

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Gluten-Free, Easy Chocolate Dream Pie

Gluten-Free, Easy Chocolate Dream Pie

Delicious for all you chocolate lovers. This is a rich deep chocolate taste. For a deeper darker taste, use darker chocolate. The chocolate choice is up to you.  INGREDIENTS:   1 Gluten-free crust (baked in oven ’til golden). 2 packs of Nori-Nu Silken Tofu (1 firm and 1 extra firm) ½ cup maple syrup 4 TBS […]

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Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Scones ( Carob Chip)

Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Scones ( Carob Chip)

1 15-oz. package Gluten-Free Pantry Muffin & Scone Mix 8 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup milk- plus more as needed 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Powder- or vanilla extract 2 rounded tablespoons gluten-free mini chocolate chips or carob chips Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Empty the mix into a mixing […]

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Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

I try and offer options for substitutions for those that may are allergic to dairy, eggs or have a sensitivity to sugar. 1 ¾ cups Pamela’s Baking & Pancake Mix ¼ cup melted butter or oil *(or replace with applesauce) ½ cup milk ( *or soy or rice milk) ½ cup sugar ( * or […]

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