Celiac Resource Guide by Julianne Karow

Celiac Resource Guide by Julianne Karow

Author Julianne Karow’s husband was diagnosed with celiac disease, opening their eyes to a world unknown to them before the shocking day of the diagnosis. Walking out of the doctor’s office without guidance, living in a small town with no active celiac groups, Julianne was at a loss. She was the cook and grocery shopper […]

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Gene Research May Lead To Celiac Drug Search

Gene Research May Lead To Celiac Drug Search

Studies on the genetic links to celiac disease are leading to more research and new and more effective treatment, an exciting prospect for celiacs who may want to enjoy some gluten now and then! David van Heel, a gastrointestinal genetics professor at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, headed a group of […]

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Kay’s Naturals Review

Kay’s Naturals Review

We tested a number of Kay’s Naturals cereals and Cracker and were quite impressed with the flavor and nutritional content. All the products have a high protein content with approximately ten grams of protein per 1 oz. This is very impressive. Before getting too involved in testing such a variety of products, as I felt […]

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Starbucks Adds Gluten- Frappuccinos

Starbucks Adds Gluten- Frappuccinos

I loved knowing that Starbucks was going to carry gluten-free treats for those on a gluten-free diet, gluten intolerant or who have celiac disease. I am celiac. I also love how they will accommodate you by allowing you to read ingredients as well as substitute soy milk for milk in case you are dairy, lactose […]

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One Woman’s True Story- Finding Out I Am Celiac

One Woman’s True Story- Finding Out I Am Celiac

  This true story was sent in by this young woman to help others by simply sharing her path to discovering the truth to her physical troubles which were not getting resolved. Please read on: “My brother was diagnosed with celiac about 8 years ago, and because of that I went for a blood antibody […]

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Gluten-Free Cranberry Butter

Gluten-Free Cranberry Butter

This spread is one of my favorite holiday specialties! Try making these fun gluten-free tarts as well. INGREDIENTS 1 c butter, softened 3 tbsp confectioners’ sugar 2 tbsp cranberry preserves   DIRECTIONS 1. In a medium bowl, beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until cream.   2. Beat in confectioners’ sugar and […]

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The Gluten Effect: How “Innocent” Wheat is Ruining Your Health by Drs. Vikki & Richard Petersen, D.C., C.C.N.

The Gluten Effect: How “Innocent” Wheat is Ruining Your Health by Drs. Vikki & Richard Petersen, D.C., C.C.N.

Drs. Vikki and Richard Petersen, D.C., C.C.N., a husband-and-wife team of chiropractors and certified clinical nutritionists who founded the HealthNOW Medical Center in Sunnyvale, California, have co-authored an extremely valuable and informative book, The Gluten Effect. Anyone with gluten intolerance or sensitivities knows that gluten causes widespread problems for many people. The list of conditions […]

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New Release: Gluten Free Recipes for the Conscious Cook

New Release: Gluten Free Recipes for the Conscious Cook

Gluten-Free Recipes for the Conscious Cook: A Seasonal, Vegetarian Cookbook Author Leslie Cerier Friend Leslie Cerier has just published another fabulous cookbook, proudly released by Harbinger, Inc. to the world at large, for which I had the fabulous opportunity to do a gluten-free review and write a testimony on. As many people discover intolerance or […]

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Get Tested for Gluten Sensitivity Even if You Think You Know the Answer

Get Tested for Gluten Sensitivity Even if You Think You Know the Answer

     Don’t assume that your symptoms are unique to you. For much of my life, I just thought that it was just normal for me to be in pain. People with osteoporosis, for example, say that their condition “runs in the family,” ignoring the fact that osteoporosis is often connected with celiac disease, which prevents […]

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Food and Company Review: Little Bay Baking Company

Food and Company Review: Little Bay Baking Company

Helen Sanders, owner of Little Bay Baking Company, has been living gluten-free since 1980 and spent 30 years recreating family recipes in the form of baking mixes that anyone can simply bake and enjoy. These delicious recipes are casein-free and gluten-free. The directions on each box are simple and there’s no need to make substitutions. […]

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Tina’s Almond Flour Chocolate Chip and Nut Cookies

Tina’s Almond Flour Chocolate Chip and Nut Cookies

Gluten-Free and Dairy Free. So quick to make that they will leave you time to make some gluten-free waffle cones. One bowl: 2-1/2 cups blanched almond flour ½ tsp salt 1 tsp. baking soda ¼ cup gluten-free dairy free chocolate and ¼ cup chopped nuts of your choice Mix in a separate bowl: ½ cup […]

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Easy Testing, Easy Treatment

Easy Testing, Easy Treatment

    The celiac diagnosis isn’t difficult to test for. Simple blood tests detect the disease over ninety percent of the time. The diagnosis is then confirmed by an upper endoscopy; a small, flexible tube is slipped into the mouth of the sedated patient, down his esophagus and stomach and into the first part of the […]

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Gluten Free Vacations – Helpful Site

Gluten Free Vacations – Helpful Site

  Traveling gluten-free can be one big hassle. If you are celiac like me, it is a big dilemma just trying to plan a trip. I dread it from the start only due to the meal “considerations”. Don’t get me wrong- I LOVE traveling. The troubles lurking in a snack or with an uniformed hostess, […]

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Helpful Tips for Homemade Ice Cream

Helpful Tips for Homemade Ice Cream

Helpful Hints for Homemade Ice Cream Alternatives 1. Use coconut milk. It gives a mild, delicious taste that blends in so well with most flavors that you can’t even perceive it. I find it’s most noticeable in vanilla-flavored ice cream alternatives. 2. Add alcohol. By adding 2 to 3 tbsp of alcohol—such as Kahlua, rum, […]

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The Essential Gluten-Free Grocery Guide (3rd edition)

The Essential Gluten-Free Grocery Guide (3rd edition)

Ross Cohen is the President of Triumph Dining, a website, blog, and newsletter for the celiac and gluten-free world.  Family-owned and run by five happy gluten-free dieters, it has released its third edition of The Essential Gluten-Free Grocery Guide with the latest research of 30,000 products including 1,100 brand names. The book uses 5 symbols […]

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Don’t Wait to Get Tested for Gluten Issues

Don’t Wait to Get Tested for Gluten Issues

     If you suspect that you may have celiac disease or an intolerance to gluten, it’s important to take action now. Studies show that the longer the length of time before a celiac diagnosis, the greater the chance of developing serious health risks.      Untreated celiac disease can actually be life-threatening. Celiac people are more […]

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Food and Company Review: Kitchen Table Bakers

Food and Company Review: Kitchen Table Bakers

100% pure cheese, crispy, delightful, fun, salty, and delicious. My taste testers and I all agreed these cheese crackers were full of flavor in each and every bite. These gluten-, wheat-, and sugar-free  “crisps” are all made with zesty parmesan cheese in nine flavors: aged, sesame, Italian herb, garlic, jalapeno, flax seed, rosemary, everything, and […]

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Gluten-Free Mini Apple Pies

Gluten-Free Mini Apple Pies

What an amazing variety of apple desserts out there! This is one of my favorite apple desserts because with their tiny size, they make a yummy snack any time of day and they are SO simple easy to make. You can mix it up by filling some with gluten-free blueberry pie mix to get ready […]

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Eat Well, Feel Well- by Kendall Conrad

Eat Well, Feel Well- by Kendall Conrad

Kendall Conrad has done a lovely job of recreating her gourmet recipes and customizing them to suit the principles which healed her child’s body- More Than 150 Delicious Specific Carbohydrate Diet(TM)-Compliant Recipes. Author Kendall Conrad was faced with the fact that her youngest child’s gut and immune system had been severely compromised after her first […]

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Avoiding Cross-Contamination: Watch over Food Preparation

Avoiding Cross-Contamination: Watch over Food Preparation

You can teach friends, family members, and even servers and cooks at restaurants about cross-contamination, its serious consequences, and how to prevent it from happening. Then ask food preparers every question you can think of regarding the content and preparation of your meals. Learn the questions you have to ask and have them memorized so […]

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