Laughing Giraffe Organics

Laughing Giraffe Organics

Who would have known that there would be a particular granola that would make me become a lover of cereal and granolas? I’ve never been fond of them because of their high-carb and high-sugar qualities; healthier granola alternatives tasted like shredded cardboard with flavors that gave me the impression of chewing on a tree. Laughing […]

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Gluten-Free Hassle Free by Marlisa Brown

Gluten-Free Hassle Free by Marlisa Brown

Author Marlisa Brown has a wealth of education and experience which she brings to her latest book, Gluten-Free Hassle Free. This book is most definitely written in an easy-to-understand, worry-free, and practical manner, with the newly-diagnosed reader in mind, not leaving any leaf unturned. Any newly-diagnosed celiac or “non-celiac gluten intolerant” will feel well-informed. Marlisa […]

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My Interview in Amsterdam-Holland

My Interview in Amsterdam-Holland

This was a fun interview! Charlie Valentino of glutenfreegroove.com found me through a search on the internet and asked if he could interview me. He then sent me the questions and we had a blast form that point on. His questions were fun and so was his interview! He placed my replies up and here they are for your […]

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Gluten-Free- the Sunshine Burger!

Gluten-Free- the Sunshine Burger!

I have not tasted these little guys but I would be remiss in not sharing this information with you: They tell me the Sunshine Burger is one of the only companies that offers a gluten-free, soy-free, vegan and USDA certified organic veggie burger. Only organic whole food ingredients are used, such as raw ground sunflower […]

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Healthier Without Wheat by Dr. Stephen Wangen, The Gluten-Free Doctor

Healthier Without Wheat by Dr. Stephen Wangen, The Gluten-Free Doctor

Author Dr. Stephen Wangen has presented wonderful in-depth research at one’s disposal in identifying if one has a problem with wheat or gluten or not. With over 10 years in this field, working in his clinic and testing thousands of patients, Dr. Wangen speaks from a position of experience and immense respect for others working […]

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Gluten-Free Company – Uli Mana

Gluten-Free Company – Uli Mana

  Uli Mana is a successful company with nothing but positive energy in every handmade product, founded by single mom Theresa Green. My L.A. and Florida gluten-free test group and I had the wonderful opportunity to test these delectable little morsels of yum. Each and every product has the capability to tease one’s taste buds […]

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Lucky Winners of the Mixes from the Heartland Giveaway!

Lucky Winners of the Mixes from the Heartland Giveaway!

     The 3 lucky winners of the February GlutenFreeHelp giveaway sponsored by Mixes from the Heartland are in for a delicious baking experience.  Each winner will receive 3 bags of wonderful gluten-free mixes. Here are the responses from the winners: “I’m very happy in winning these mixes!! It seems like really interesting products and I’m excited and […]

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Gluten-Free Bacon Roasted Chicken

Gluten-Free Bacon Roasted Chicken

A delicious gluten-free dinner for the whole family! INGREDIENTS   2 ¼ lbs hormone-free chicken 1 tsp salt ¾ tsp fresh black pepper 3 strips smoked bacon   DIRECTIONS   1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season chicken cavity with salt and pepper, then put in your favorite stuffing recipe. Truss the cavity closed. Season […]

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Planning a Gluten-Free Vacation for Your Child

Planning a Gluten-Free Vacation for Your Child

    The trick is planning ahead. Call the local health food stores where you’ll be staying well ahead of your trip and ask them about their selection of gluten-free foods. If there aren’t enough gluten-free choices, usually the store will be happy to order your favorite gluten-free foods for you.      If there aren’t any […]

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Bio-K+ Giveaway of February – Here are the Lucky Winners

Bio-K+ Giveaway of February – Here are the Lucky Winners

I’m very pleased to announce the 10 winners of my  Bio-K+ Giveaway of February.  Indeed they will all be receiving some of the best probiotics products on the market: Kelly Meyersfield-Wecksell, Colleen Cole, Rosie Newman, Carole Bellini, Mara Rouse, PJ Sedgwick, Dr. Steve Lund, Ashlie Delshad, Janet Heitler, Pamala Payne Congratulations to everyone!  And click on […]

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Winner of my Valentine’s Gluten-Free Giveaway!

Winner of my Valentine’s Gluten-Free Giveaway!

    Wow, Nicki Everett, the lucky winner of my Valentine’s Day “Gotta Eat Sweets” Giveaway is definitely in for a treat.  Many agree that Gotta Eat Sweets make incredible gluten-free products.  Click the following link to view my GlutenFreeHelp.info review/video of the company. Nicki’s response to winning: “Hi Tina, Winning this month’s www.GlutenFreeHelp.info  contest is […]

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Gluten-Free Food: Mixes from the Heartland

Gluten-Free Food: Mixes from the Heartland

(Above) Coconut pie made with “Gluten Free Impossible Coconut Pie Mix” [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3E0Q5U65TXc[/youtube] Tucked away in Texas this gluten free company, Mixes from the Heartland, offers a diverse assortment of mixes from muffin and bread mixes to delicious soup mixes. My test-staff and I, in California and Florida, found every one of their products to be […]

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Winner of my January Gluten-Free Contest Sponsored by Pamela’s Products

Winner of my January Gluten-Free Contest Sponsored by Pamela’s Products

The GlutenFreeHelp contest of January proved to be a smashing success and with the number of terrific recipe entries, deciding on the winner was a tough choice to make. Lucky winner Julianne Karow received the coveted Pamela’s gift bag full of a wonderful assortment of Pamela’s products and kitchen untensils.  Check out the bag’s delectable contents here. Congratulations Julianne!

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Gluten-Free Cruise with Holland America

Gluten-Free Cruise with Holland America

 The below information regarding Holland America cruise line was shared and Bonnie in NYC has approved me to share this broadly with all of you: “I just came back from a one week Caribbean cruise on Holland America and hadno food issues.    They are set up to GF and really do it well:  they stock many GF […]

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Traveling with Your Celiac Child

Traveling with Your Celiac Child

     As a gluten-free advocate and mother, I am often asked by parents for tips on how to travel with celiac children. A surprisingly easy task, traveling with your celiac child requires a little planning and a few of the same adjustments you’re already mastering at home.      First of all, how you’ll manage your […]

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Free Product Giveaway: Bio-K+

Free Product Giveaway: Bio-K+

Bio-K+ Giveaway of February This month I’m pleased to announce the Bio-K+ Product Giveway of their 6 pack boxes of any flavored Bio-K+ product (value of over $300) to TEN lucky winners. Deadline 2/10/10 Instructions to enter: 1. Sign up to follow Guest and Co-Host: http://Twitter.com/TinaTurbin   2. Follow Guest   http://Twitter.com/BioKPlus 3. Follow Host: http://Twitter.com/ThriveInBalance   4. After doing the 3 simple steps […]

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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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Cooqi’s Gluten-Free Products: Rave Review

Cooqi’s Gluten-Free Products: Rave Review

Yes – the brownies in the above photo really are that huge! I had the opportunity to try some absolutely delicious products recently, so incredibly satisfying that I had to run to get to my keyboard and share the news immediately.  Cooqi is a wonderful gluten-free company based out of St. Paul Minnesota. Right this […]

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Secret Tip On How to Avoid GMOs at the Grocery Store

Secret Tip On How to Avoid GMOs at the Grocery Store

  Many of us are eating Genetically Modified Foods (GMOs) whether we realize it or not.  Do you know how to tell the difference? It turns out that you can easily tell whether the produce you purchase at the grocery store is a GMO simply by reading the PLU (price look up) code. Here’s what you need to be […]

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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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