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Q and A with Beth Hillson ” Queen of Gluten-Free”
Beth Hillson is a name you hear often in the gluten-free community. When I was sent her new gluten-free cookbook to review I was very excited. Who exactly is this gluten-free master Beth Hillson? That’s the exact thought I had. Before reading Beth’s cookbook ” Gluten-Free Makeovers” I got to get a few of my […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Sweet Potato Fries
I like to make these at barbecues and in place of French fries as a healthier alternative. They are gluten-free and grain-free. They also make a great side dish. INGREDIENTS: ½ c orange juice ¼ c oil (optional) ½ tsp of: ground ginger garlic salt pepper Cayenne pepper to taste (optional) DIRECTIONS: […]
Vitamin D Receptors and the Gut
Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York have been exploring the workings of gut flora and how they help keep “bad” bacteria in check. According to the study’s leading researcher, Jun Sun, “Our work suggests one possible mechanism, by working through the vitamin D receptor — a molecule that binds with […]
Madrid Coffee Cakes – Q and A on Gluten-Free Grain-Free Company
Before reviewing all the delicious flavors of Madrid Coffee Cakes, I wanted to get a feel for the company and what makes them so unique. Read their interview below and stay tuned for their product review in two weeks! So you have this wonderful bakery in Marlborough, Massachusetts and are now selling delicious gluten […]
Studies Show Prevalence of Celiac Disease Has Increased
According to a news article on Medscape Today, the incidence of celiac disease (CD) has markedly increased over the past three decades, by even as much as four times, and studies are showing the incidence may actually be higher than 1% of the population, which is the current estimate. According to Medscape, the Mayo Clinic […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Strawberry Pie (Raw)
What a delicious springtime treat! This recipe comes from Laura Waldo, author of the blog, Living Gluten and Grain Free (http://ourplacelivingglutenfree.blogspot.com). Make some extra strawberry filling and serve it as a parfait, topped with whipped cream and some fresh strawberry slices, in stylish glasses. Serve it for dessert after having this amazing recipe! Flank Steak […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Cajun’s Choice Hamburgers
For a fun family night make these gluten-free, grain-free hamburgers as a treat for the whole family! Make them as spicy as you like. INGREDIENTS: Enough ground beef for 4 medium sized hamburgers. 1/4 onion chopped up very small. 2-3 tbs (depending on how spicy you like your food) Cajun Choice blackening spice. […]
Guten-Free, Grain-Free Balsamic Dressing with Spices
A salad staple in my family, balsamic and oil dressings are easy to make and good for you too. Try with this amazing lamb chop recipe for the main course to have a truly gluten-free dinner. INGREDIENTS: 1 sprig fresh oregano 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 c olive oil ¼ c balsamic (or red wine) […]
Autism-Vaccine Author Defends His Research
Dr. Andrew Wakefield, who published a study in 1998 about the possible link between autism and vaccines which was subsequently questioned and discredited by the medical community, has defended his work in an interview on CNN. Dr. Wakefield’s work has been discredited over the past several years, and ten of the eleven doctors who were […]
Symptoms of Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH)
There is a common and characteristically celiac symptom that people should be aware of—dermatitis herpetiformis (DH), also known as the “gluten rash.” According to the Canadian Celiac Association, DH is “a blistering, intensely itchy skin rash.” It’s usually symmetrical in shape and is most commonly located on the elbows, knees, buttocks, and upper back. According […]
Is That Drug Gluten Free?
Being celiac, I am constantly checking the ingredients of products I come by to see if I can ingest them or not. I have become quite good at this over time and as my knowledge of gluten has truly expanded. One point which still baffles me is the topic of medications. I can hardly understand […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Chocolate Piping
I made shapes of hearts and ovals but really any shape can be made. These gluten-free, soy-free chocolate “designs” can be used on tops of cupcakes, cakes, served with a cup of cappuccino or with a small bowl of fruit for a classy dessert. Make sure you make the piping thick enough. INGREDIENTS […]
Celiac Disease: A Look into its Pathogenesis
According to the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA), the pathogenesis—that is the cause and development—of celiac disease consists of three factors: “genetic, environment and immunologic.” With regard to genetics, the CCA points out that more than 97% of celiac patients have the genetic markers HLA DQ2 and/or HLA DQ8. Celiac disease is now known to be […]
Betty Lou’s Gluten-Free Protein Bars
After mom Betty Lou Carrier read Sugar Blues by William Dufty and took to heart the book’s preaching that “sugar causes disease,” her life took a turn. Little did she know that her newfound commitment to eliminating sugar from her family’s diet would end up with a 104,000 square -foot facility, 80 full-time staff, and […]
The Only Treatment for Celiac Disease and Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Celiac patients and those with Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH) (the “gluten rash”) have only one treatment option for their condition, but luckily it’s simple, effective, and non-medicinal. According to the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA), this treatment is “a STRICT GLUTEN-FREE DIET FOR LIFE.” DH patients may also use the drug Dapsone to suppress their symptoms. As […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Butternut Squash Souffle
This is an unusual and tasty gluten-free/grain-free dish using butternut squash. It can easily be altered by using another squash, such as acorn or even pumpkin. The reason this particular dish turns out the way it does is the butternut squash really doesn’t have an overbearing flavor and the spices and texture go together perfectly. […]
Heaven Mills Gluten Free Bakery – Review
My testers and I recently had the pleasure of testing Heaven Mills Gluten-Free Bakery’s Carrot Muffins, Pita Bread, Apricot Hamantashen, and Raspberry Hamantashen. Not only is Heaven Mills a gluten-free certified bakery, it’s also certified Kosher by Star-K and The Beth Din of Tartikov. Heaven Mill’s plant is gluten-free, wheat-free, nut-free, dairy-free, preservative-free, and many […]
Marie-Helene’s Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Apple Cake
This is a recipe and note provided by Laura Waldo of Our PlaceLivingGlutenFree.com I am always searching for recipes to share with you; of course they must be made from healthy ingredients, and free of grains. The recipe I am sharing with you today is one I adapted from Around My French Table, a book […]
Mr. Ritts Gluten-Free Ginger Bread
According to Lael (field tester) this Mr. Ritts gluten-free recipe was a delicious ginger bread mix. The gluten-free mix was not as dense as usual, and it rose a lot more than w/regular flour, but it was good with whipped cream (whipping cream sweetened with a touch of maple syrup). Mr. Ritts Gingerbread 1/4 lb […]
Celiac Nurse Publishes Gluten Toxicity eBook
The celiac community has seen a surge of helpful resources in the form of eBooks, including Gluten Toxicity: The Mysterious Symptoms of Celiac Disease, Dermatitis Herpetaformis, and Non-Celiac Gluten Intolerance by Shelly Stuart, R.N., B.Sc.N. The book contains 248 pages and 30 chapters of clearly laid-out answers and advice for those with celiac disease, DH […]
