Making Holiday Baking Fun With Your Celiac Child

Making Holiday Baking Fun With Your Celiac Child

Be sure to read my December column in the newsletter of the National Foundation of Celiac Awareness, devoted to the topic of the seasonal activity of holiday baking with your celiac child.  This time of year can be a challenge, yet the article offers practical, informative tips on how to create a new, gluten-free tradition every […]

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Dr. Oz, Elizabeth Hasselbeck and Dr. Peter Green Expose the Celiac Epidemic!

Dr. Oz, Elizabeth Hasselbeck and Dr. Peter Green Expose the Celiac Epidemic!

The topic of today’s Dr. Oz Show (airing across the USA) will be on celiac disease and the gluten-free diet, and an amazing story of a woman who lost 80 pounds as a result of cutting out gluten, with special guests Dr Peter Green and Elizabeth Hasselbeck.  Visit the show website here and be sure to check your local listings (available […]

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Gluten-Free Vegetable Latkes

Gluten-Free Vegetable Latkes

Best served with applesauce and sour cream. INGREDIENTS 1 large parsnip, peeled and shredded 2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and shredded 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded 3 leeks (white and light green parts only) or 1 onion, chopped ¾ cup rice flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 3 large eggs, beaten (or egg substitute) Salt […]

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I Found Terrific Gluten-Free Site!

I Found Terrific Gluten-Free Site!

This site is an amazing resource for us moms! You can look up certain brands of foods and the ingredients to stay away from food allergies or additives. Search “Gluten-Free” and “cookies” for example and you will be guided to  a list of treats that will fit your needs. I am a bit picky when […]

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Over 100 Downloads of Tina Turbin’s Radio Interview

Over 100 Downloads of Tina Turbin’s Radio Interview

With ongoing booking weekly, Tina Turbin has been most delighted to be interviewed on dozens of radio shows throughout the past few months. Her  interview on the Francesca Durham Radio Show was a terrific success.  Francesca Durham (radio show host) had many kind words to say about Tina, including the fact that Tina is a […]

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Tina Turbin’s Danny the Dragon Featured at the “Children’s Book Review”

Tina Turbin’s Danny the Dragon Featured at the “Children’s Book Review”

The popular website “Children’s Book Review” posted a most wonderful “showcase” about my award-winning children’s series Danny the Dragon. Not only does the showcase feature my own personal insight about the book, but it also includes a lovely response towards the book from a well-known celebrity.  Click here to read the showcase. Thank you,  Tina Turbin

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November Winner of my Contest – Anthropologie Apron!

November Winner of my Contest – Anthropologie Apron!

The winner of the Gluten-Free contest of November was Marion P. from Wyoming.  She won an apron similar to the one shown above. Upon receipt of her apron she emailed me to say: “I love my apron Tina. It is perfect.” Congratulations Marion and enjoy!

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Gluten-Free Pizza for the Newcomer

Gluten-Free Pizza for the Newcomer

I decided to create this recipe for the newer Gluten-Free eater. Many people that are new to a Gluten-Free diet are thrown into the kitchen to make meals and bake much more than they had previously. This can put people at a loss, not to mention a longing for foods they feel they can never […]

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Incredibly Story – A Mother’s Journey in Raising Celiac Triplets

Incredibly Story – A Mother’s Journey in Raising Celiac Triplets

In addition to sharing the story of the Fowler family and their journey through all things gluten-free and celiac, I’d like to also announce that all 4 children including Tyler (7 yrs), Parker, Isabell and Peyton (4 yr old triplets), pictured above in their Halloween costumes, were the winners of the October Danny the Dragon contest […]

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Celiac Disease Research Needs Support

Celiac Disease Research Needs Support

The Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University is one of the major research centers around studying and bringing awareness to this disease which affects an estimated three million Americans. It is one-hundred percent focused on studying celiac disease and carries out research connecting it with various other diseases which it is believed to lead to […]

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Traveling With Celiac Children

Traveling With Celiac Children

Many of us parents have had our share of traveling experiences with our children.   But what about if you’re traveling with a celiac child?  Learn some of my tips on how to easily manage the task.  In fact this is helpful advice for all parents whether your child has celiac or not!   Read Tid Bits […]

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Gluten-Free Walnut Energy Bars

Gluten-Free Walnut Energy Bars

This recipe is delicious and has loads of protein, but does require Gluten-Free oats. INGREDIENTS 1 cup Gluten-Free oats 1 cup Gluten-Free oat bran ¼ cup rice flour 1 cup walnut pieces 1 ½ cups coarsely chopped dried figs ½ cup rice or whey protein powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ […]

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Proceeds from Danny the Dragon CD Supports Celiac Disease

Proceeds from Danny the Dragon CD Supports Celiac Disease

If you’ve been keeping up with me as the children’s author of the Danny the Dragon series, you’ve probably heard me talk about the new Danny the Dragon CD, which is now released, containing a reading of Danny Meets Jimmy by a talented vocal artist followed by a compilation of ten original classic songs by […]

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Tina Turbin – Featured in Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine!

Tina Turbin – Featured in Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine!

I am thrilled to have been chosen as the Tampa Bay Parenting “Extraordinary Woman” of the month.  You can get your copy of Tampa Bay Parenting at a variety of locations all throughout the Tampa Bay area (including Publix grocery stores) or you may view it online by clicking here – flip to pages 26/27 […]

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You Will Love the FREE Giveaway We Have for You!

You Will Love the FREE Giveaway We Have for You!

Perfect to complement your gluten-free baking, enter this month’s Gluten-free contest to try your luck at winning a most beautiful and treasured item for your kitchen.  Click on the above “contest” link for a peek at the prize. Or you may visit the Gluten Free Help home page to enter! Hurry and enter before November 30th! Best […]

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October Winner Of My Contest-Anthrolopogy Apron!

October Winner Of My Contest-Anthrolopogy Apron!

Tina here is my story to share with you about my precious daughter, Leah: Celiac Disease and 18 Month Old  Leah! A new mom, feeding journals, diaper journals, sleep schedules… all trial and error! Leah’s precious life started with a week in the NICU, but as a fighter she bounded out and has been that way […]

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Your Own Personal Goals WILL Create a Happy Home

Your Own Personal Goals WILL Create a Happy Home

Many don’t realize that having clear-cut personal goals for ourselves is an integral part of creating a happy home. The great news is that it’s not too difficult to achieve this! On last Thursday’s radio show on the topic of Positive Parenting and Happy Homes, I revealed effective tips and advice on how to do the […]

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Gluten-Free Grandma’s Peach Pie

Gluten-Free Grandma’s Peach Pie

Just like Grandma made it! INGREDIENTS 1 double gluten-free pie crust ¼ cup maple sugar 3 tablespoons rice flour Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 5 cups fresh ripe peaches, sliced (if using frozen, then thaw fully) 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract ¼ cup maple syrup, for brushing crust DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 […]

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Author Tina Turbin Will Speak to More Than 500 Students

Author Tina Turbin Will Speak to More Than 500 Students

I’m sharing the details about a wonderful event to inspire “future authors”.  Please read the below. Best, Tina Turbin  Special announcement: Sunset Park Elementary School, located in Windermere, Florida, welcomes author Tina Turbin on Thursday November 19th, to share her Danny the Dragon Meets Jimmy book with over 500 students, teachers, and parents. She will be sharing […]

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Tina Turbin – a featured “celiac blogger”!

Tina Turbin – a featured “celiac blogger”!

In addition to being a contributing writer for the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness’s (NFCA) monthly newsletter, you can now find me on their list of featured “celiac bloggers”. I’m proud to be a part of this great group of bloggers! Take a look at the full list by clicking here. My listing including the […]

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