Fresh from Elizabeth’s Kitchen by Elizabeth Kaplan, founder of the Pure Pantry

Fresh from Elizabeth’s Kitchen by Elizabeth Kaplan, founder of the Pure Pantry

In Fresh from Elizabeth’s Kitchen, author Elizabeth Kaplan utilizes her abundance of culinary education credentials and sincere care throughout her cookbook on each and every page to give us a variety of family-friendly gluten-free recipes. You can enjoy her well thought out personal recipes in a box form her own Gluten Free company, The Pure […]

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Gluten Free Chicken Curry

Gluten Free Chicken Curry

Chicken curry is one of my favorite Thai dishes. I was determined to come up with a gluten-free version, and it is quite a success!   INGREDIENTS 4 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon corriander 2 minced garlic cloves 1 large onion diced 1 chicken breast diced 1 pack rice noodles Gluten-free soy […]

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U.S. Has Yet to Define “Gluten-Free” for Food Labels

U.S. Has Yet to Define “Gluten-Free” for Food Labels

Because even the tiniest amount of gluten can make celiacs ill, reading labels in selecting gluten-free foods is one of the necessary skills celiac patients should acquire right at the start of their gluten-free diet. However, it isn’t enough for celiacs to look for a “gluten-free” label to stay safe in the U.S. Although proposals […]

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Review: Astoria Mills

Review: Astoria Mills

Check out Astoria Mills, manufacturer of delicious, gluten-free enriched baking mixes, made in a dedicated gluten free facility and dairy-, soy-, nut- and peanut-free. These mixes let you make all your favorites you used to enjoy, such as breads and pizza crust, muffins, cakes, pies, pierogis, and main dishes. Each mix makes multiple recipes which […]

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The Pure Pantry Company Review

The Pure Pantry Company Review

The Pure Pantry offers mixes that are not only delicious, but good for you, serving as proof that gluten-free, dairy-free, casein-free, soy-free, and even sugar-free don’t equal taste-free—quite the contrary! The Pure Pantry offers a variety of mixes for gluten-free cookies, cakes, and pancakes, and even an all-purpose mix for creating other baked goods such […]

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(Gluten-Free) Chocolate-Covered Fruit

(Gluten-Free) Chocolate-Covered Fruit

This became a favorite appetizer of mine after a Christmas party I served this at several years ago.  They’re always a hit, and a decadent way to meet your daily requirement of fruit! INGREDIENTS 1 pound fresh strawberries washed 8 ounces dried Turkish apricots 8 ounced medjool dates 8 ounces E. Guittard 72% Cacao Bittersweet […]

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One of My Articles is Featured in Gluten Intolerance Group of North America Newsletter

One of My Articles is Featured in Gluten Intolerance Group of North America Newsletter

I’m happy to announce that this month’s Gluten Intolerance Group of North Texas (www.northtexasgig.com) newsletter features one of my articles, “Introducing Gluten to Your Infant.” The Gluten Intolerance Group of North America, also known as GIG,  is a non-profit organization with branches all across the continent with the mission to “provide support to persons with […]

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Health Benefits of Quinoa

Health Benefits of Quinoa

You’ve probably heard me raving about quinoa, a protein-packed and delicious grain-like seed. Quinoa, pronounced KEEN-wa, although considered to be a grain, is a seed with a delicious nutty taste packed with protein. In fact, it’s a complete protein, which means it has all of the nine essential amino acids. For people on a gluten-free […]

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Understanding the FDA’s Gluten-Free Labeling Proposal: Check out This Website!

Understanding the FDA’s Gluten-Free Labeling Proposal: Check out This Website!

I’m sure you’ve heard the great news: the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finally published its proposal for gluten-free labeling requirements and is accepting comments from consumers through October 3, 2011. Now that the proposal has been published, it’s time for the celiac community to take the critical step of providing feedback to the […]

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French Meadow Bakery: Food Review

French Meadow Bakery: Food Review

French Meadow Bakery offers a lineup of gluten-free baked goods that are certified Gluten-Free by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization. We were honored to test French Meadow Bakery’s delicious products, specifically their Gluten-Free Tortillas and Fudge Brownies. The fudge brownies are to die for. You store them in the freezer, yet they stay soft and moist. […]

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JustPoppin.comTM Easy, Gluten Free, Lower Glycemic Sorghum Granola

JustPoppin.comTM Easy, Gluten Free, Lower Glycemic Sorghum Granola

Try this yummy granola recipe from JustPoppin.com TM. We want to thank them for this delicious recipe.  This granola is really good and is a perfect snack. Try it with some yogurt and French Toast for breakfast too! INGREDIENTS: 3           cups Popping Sorghum popped (and any un-popped or partial popped grains – “Old Maids”*) 1           […]

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Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

This is the original Toll House recipe, halved because I don’t want to make so many cookies. These are really delicious!   INGREDIENTS a heaping 1 3/4 c rice flour, or flour mix 1/2 t xanthan gum 1/2 t baking soda 1/2 t salt 1 stick shortening, Earth Balance, or butter 1/2 c brown sugar […]

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Great News for the Celiac Community!

Great News for the Celiac Community!

I had the honor of appearing on the program Magnificent Menopause—Embracing Midlife with co-hosts Gail Edgell and Carrie Pierce to discuss celiac disease, the effects of gluten on aging and menopause, the gluten-free diet, and my new eBook, “Gluten and Your Aging Body.” The theme of the first show was “Celiac Disease and You: What […]

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Treating Autism with Bentonite Clay

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 […]

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Katana’s Gluten-Free Ice Cream Cake

Katana’s Gluten-Free Ice Cream Cake

  A good friend baked a gluten-free cake (with chocolate and vanilla ice cream on top!) for her daughter’s birthday celebration and it was a great hit with all of her non-GF dieter guests.  Though the below recipe was made with regular ice cream, you can always opt to make your own gluten-free version. If […]

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Intestinal Damage and Gluten

Intestinal Damage and Gluten

  With a celiac even the smallest amount of gluten can damage the small intestine.  The result is often impaired food absorption, malnutrition and related conditions such as weight loss, weakened bones and even infertility occurs amongst sufferers. With the proper care and adhering to a strict gluten-free diet, this lining can heal, nutrients will […]

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Purely Decadent ® Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Purely Decadent ® Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Turtle Mountain, LLC is my new favorite company on planet Earth. Well, just about. As a celiac, I don’t eat dairy, as most of us celiacs don’t, but that means no ice cream, which I really love. I love the texture, the cold, smooth flavor, especially the mint-flavored ones. This brings me back to Turtle […]

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JustPoppin.comTM Gluten Free Sorghum Brittle

JustPoppin.comTM Gluten Free Sorghum Brittle

Thanks to our good friends at Justpoppin for giving us a fantastic Brittle recipe. Perfect as a gift or for a sweet treat. Ingredients: 2 – cups sugar 1 – cup light corn syrup 1 – cup water 3 to 4 – cups Popping Sorghum, popped ½ –  teaspoon salt 1 – tablespoon unsalted butter […]

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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Almond Brownies

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Almond Brownies

This gluten-free recipe was shared by a friend who loves to eat gluten-free, but sometimes her family can be a little more than skeptical.  Here is a recipe that has proven to surprise even her dad! INGREDIENTS: 1 cup almond butter (chunky, raw)1 ¼ cup pumpkin puree2 eggs plus one yolk1/3 cup of date syrup1 […]

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How Much Gluten is Too Much?

How Much Gluten is Too Much?

The amount of gluten that can be tolerated varies among people with celiac disease. In general, research suggests that less than 10 milligrams (mg) of gluten daily is unlikely to cause significant damage to the intestines in most celiac people. However, these small amounts could still be enough to make a person feel unwell. So […]

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