Tag: Miranda Jade Turbin
Celiac Disease Foundation: Informing and Supporting the Celiac Community
Although a celiac disease (CD) diagnosis can mark the happy ending to years of mysterious painful physical and mental symptoms, it also represents the beginning of a whole new lifestyle. Celiac disease, an autoimmune disease caused by an intolerance to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, has only one treatment, a gluten-free […]
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 […]
Study Shows Celiac Disease Incidence Increases with Age
Celiac disease, an autoimmune disease triggered by gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, is estimated to affect about 3 million Americans, or one percent of the population. Of the celiac population, only 3% have been correctly diagnosed. These numbers may seem particularly staggering, but in fact the results of a new study […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Sesame “Ricotta Cheese” – Recipe
I got this dairy-free ricotta recipe from a class I took at the Sun Power Cafe in L.A. It’s grain-free, gluten-free, and raw…not to mention delicious! INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ c raw sesame seeds (soaked 4 hrs and drained) 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp nut yeast 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp lemon […]
Treating Autism with Bentonite Clay
As a children’s author, researcher, and humanitarian, I have been growing increasingly alarmed at the growing number of autism diagnosis. Whereas in the 1980s, a study shows that 4 in every 10,000 children exhibited signs of autism, a study conducted recently by Cambridge University’s Autism Research Center showed that approximately 1 in 60 children have […]
Gluten-Free,Dairy-Free, Grain-Free Nacho “Cheese” – Recipe
The perfect afterschool snack or movie time treat. Dip your favorite gluten-free chips and crackers into this! INGREDIENTS: 1 med red bell pepper, seeded and rough chopped 2 tbsp paprika 1 tsp chipotle powder 2 tbsp lime juice 1 ½ c water 1 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp sea salt 3 tbsp nutritional yeast 2 […]
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 […]
Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Culture Starter with Veggies- Recipe
For some good-for-you gluten free, probiotics and a yummy snack, make this recipe contributed by Judy Willardson. INGREDIENTS: Kefir starter grains Assortment of vegetables such as cabbage and celery A bit of apple DIRECTIONS: Mix kefir starter grains with veggies and apples and some liquid, such as water or vegetable juice, covering […]
Anne Byrn – Unbelievably Gluten-Free Cookbook – Book Tour
I am really excited It’s already coming up on those cozy holidays we all love. I am also excited because this means it’s time for Anne Byrn’s Book Blog Tour! Anne Byrn is one hell of a lady who has written plenty of cookbooks to know what she is doing. With her releases of “The […]
Gluten-Free Giveaway!!! Gluten-Free Cookbook!!!
That’s right! Gluten-free cookbook giveaway happening now! Blackbird Bakery’s Gluten-Free cookbook by Karen Morgan is one of my favorites. If the pictures inside don’t make your mouth water than the smell in your kitchen will! To enter all you have to do is comment below! For more chances to win you can comment on the […]
High Voltage Gluten-Free, Paleo, Dairy-Free Chicken Strips – Recipe
This recipe will vamp up your chicken and make your grain-free diet a whole lot easier. I am always having to come up healthy alternatives for my grain-free lifestyle and this is one that you can’t go wrong with. Even the boys at Crossfit High Voltage who can’t cook should be able to do this one. […]
High Voltage Gluten-Free, Paleo, Dairy-Free Shepherds Pie – Recipe
This recipe is a little more time consuming but it makes a lot so it’s worth it. Also, its delicious!!! For all my Whole Life Challenge buddies at Crossfit High Voltage, please try it out and send me pictures!!! This taste like the real deal and is comfort food at its finest. I know […]
Gluten-Free, Paleo, Dairy-Free Mashed Turnips – Recipe
(serves 8 ) I find a lot of people making cauliflower mashed ” potatoes” these days. Another fun recipe you can make when you are craving that sort of food is mashed turnips. Although it has a very distinct taste ,unlike the cauliflower, I find it rather tasty. It is a great side dish. INGREDIENTS […]
Gluten-Free, Paleo, Dairy-Free Quiche – Recipe
(More Pictures below of all the steps) I used to not be a fan of quiche. As I got older my taste in food changed and now I am a bit obsessed with it. It’s hard finding it at a restaurant gluten-free though and nearly impossible to find it grain-free and paleo. I tried once […]
High Voltage Paleo Gluten-Free Stuffed Peppers – Recipe
If you are participating in the Whole Life Challenge with Crossfit High Voltage or following the paleo diet this one’s for you. When trying to follow a healthy diet you have to mix things up enough or food turns into a necessity instead of a pleasure like it used to be. It can […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Pam MacD’s – A Friendly Gluten Free Market Pt.2
FOR PART ONE OF THIS INTERVIEW CLICK HERE. Cont. What is it like having the only GF store in LA? It’s kind of like being a food Santa Claus. Sure you can find some of our items in other markets – we have to carry the national top sellers. But there are those special items […]
Amazing Gluten-Free Corn Sheet Fritters
There’s nothing like these gluten-free fritters. I came up with the idea for them from a restaurant I can’t recall the name of. These are delicious with a little chipotle mayo sauce or even add a dash of hot sauce to the mix before frying to add a punch. INGREDIENTS: 4 fresh corn on the […]