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What’s All This Talk about Xanthan Gum?
What is xanthan gum anyway? A fundamental gluten-free baking ingredient, xanthan gum appears in many of our store-bought gluten-free goodies and in our recipes, so it’s about time you learn more about it! Classified as a polysaccharide, a type of carbohydrate, xanthan gum is found in foods, cosmetics, and industrial substances. It is made through […]
The Gluten-Free Diet: Can Non-Celiacs Benefit?
Over recent years, avoiding gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, has become increasingly popular among Americans. Many people on the gluten-free diet have celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten that can affect the entire body, in particular the small intestine, causing serious health problems. A study is suggesting that people […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Raw Gravy – Recipe
This is a gluten-free, grain-free version of a diet staple. Top this over mashed potatoes and your meat or meat substitute of choice. Yum! INGREDIENTS: 1 c cashews (soaked 4 hrs and drained) ¾ c crimini mushrooms 2 ½ c filtered water 2 tsp lemon juice 2 garlic cloves 2 ½ tsp gluten-free Tamari sauce […]
Daily Probiotics Have Health Benefits for Kids
In my work as an author, researcher, children’s health advocate, and mother of three, I’m often approached by mothers who want to know what they can do to improve their kids’ health. On behalf of these inquisitive parents, I’d like to share some research I’ve come across regarding the health benefits for children of taking […]
Coconut Whipped “Cream” Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Grain-Free – Recipe
Top your favorite gluten-free desserts with this delicious non-dairy alternative to whipped cream! INGREDIENTS: 3 medium young Thai coconuts, meat only (3/4 to 1 c meat total) ½ c coconut oil, firm 1/8 c honey 2 tbsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp salt DIRECTIONS: 1. Blend all the ingredients in a high-powered blender until very […]
Signs of Celiac Disease in Your Child
It was once believed that celiac disease, caused by an autoimmune reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, was only experienced by children and that most of them would outgrow it. To us these days, such an idea is preposterous, however it indicates something hopeful to us celiac parents—it is possible […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
3 Fellers Gluten-Free Bakery – Review
Being that I bake so much it takes a lot to knock me out of my socks. 3 Fellers Gluten-free Bakery did just that. That being said let me tell you a little about this dedicated certified gluten-free company (yes certified). It all started when Susan Feller, avid baker and loving mother, was diagnosed […]
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.
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 […]
Sweet Sally’s – Review
There’s just not enough “normal” bakeries out there making an effort to make gluten-free goodies for us potential customers. There are plenty of people on gluten-free diets as we all know, and Sweet Sally’s understands this! Sally grew up baking and was taught by the best of the best, mom and grandma. Although […]
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 […]
Grandpa’s Gluten-Free Gourmet-Review
Mom and pop companies always have a special place in my heart. When Grandpa’s Gluten-Free Gourmet first contacted me I was curious to try their encrusting for more than one reason. I hadn’t had good gluten-free fried chicken in what felt like eons. With a busy schedule like mine I don’t have nearly enough time […]
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 […]
