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Oct
03
When You’re in a Pinch – Easy Ingredient Substitutions
by G-Free Foodie Team, Posted October 3rd, 2011 at 7:21 pm
Check out the G-Free Foodie way to make Easy Ingredient Substitutions for items common in recipes but sometimes missing from your pantry!
Share your own substitutions and quick fixes! We’d love to hear ‘em! Thanks to the amazing Paula Deen for some of her tips!
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Oct
03
Can’t Get to the Gym? Drink VINO!
by K.C. Pomering, Posted October 3rd, 2011 at 5:28 pm
See – I’ve been telling everybody that wine does a body good, but nobody listens to me! So here’s an article from RealAge (yes, the one run by Dr. Oz & his homies) agreeing with me. And PS – but I’m sure you already know this: Wine is Gluten Free! –...
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Sep
28
Product Review: American Gra-Frutti’s gourmet gluten-free goodies
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 28th, 2011 at 9:13 pm
Recently I received samples of some of the new gourmet gluten-free baked goods from American Gra-Frutti. All American Gra-Frutti products are produced in a dedicated, gluten-free facility using premium ingredients by company Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Marilyn Santulli.
My care package...
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Sep
28
Digestion Basics: What is Good Digestion?
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 28th, 2011 at 8:59 pm
Digestion should be the natural process of an exquisitely complex system that converts food into the materials needed for life: vitamins, minerals, fats, amino acids (proteins), and sugars (carbohydrates). From the average person’s point of view, it is a relatively easy, even unremarkable...
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Sep
22
The Psychological Aspects of Food Allergies & Celiac Disease: Part II
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 22nd, 2011 at 7:43 pm
This is part two of our guest article series titled, “The Psychological Aspects of Food Allergies and Celiac Disease.” Guest article courtesy of Jennifer Leeson, LCSW.
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If you are a parent with a severely allergic child, you know how scary and frightening it can...
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Sep
22
Ask the Dietitian: Gluten-Free & Low-Glycemic Diet
by G-Free Foodie Team, Posted September 22nd, 2011 at 7:39 pm
Question:
My physician has advised me to go on a gluten-free diet and also switch to a low-glycemic diet. Are you aware of sugar causing problems for celiacs? I’ve seen nothing about that.
From,
Anita
Answer:
Hi Anita. Assuming you have no other medical conditions that might warrant a...
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Sep
21
The Psychological Aspects of Food Allergies & Celiac Disease: Part I
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 21st, 2011 at 8:22 pm
Guest article courtesy of Jennifer Leeson, LCSW.
Living with life threatening food allergies, celiac disease, or other significant food restrictions can be challenging in ways that go beyond knowing what to eat and what to avoid. The negative impact of having food allergies can greatly affect...
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Sep
21
Product Review: Nonuttin’ Foods, Inc. granola bars
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 21st, 2011 at 8:16 pm
This Canadian company, Nonuttin’ Foods, Inc., hit the states last year and has been a favorite of those looking for allergen-friendly snacks that are made with real, healthy ingredients and pack a punch of flavor. The owner of the company appeared on Martha Stewart last year, so we...
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Sep
18
Acne: How Food Can Cause It (part II)
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 18th, 2011 at 5:56 pm
What Foods Cause Acne?
There isn’t just one food that causes acne. Any food allergy is capable of causing acne. However, the most common cause of acne that I see in my practice is dairy products.
Why Is It So Difficult to Recognize One’s Own Food Allergy?
This is problematic because...
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Sep
18
Product Review: LUNA protein bars
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 18th, 2011 at 5:47 pm
LUNA began to transition over their line of protein bars to be gluten free earlier this year by removing oats and barley malt from their formulation. This change came about because the company believed they could provide a bar that is a better source of protein, fiber and nutrients for those...
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Sep
15
Acne: How Food Can Cause It (part 1)
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 15th, 2011 at 8:34 pm
Acne may be one of the most common conditions known to humans. It can be embarrassing, frustrating, and downright unfair.
Fortunately, most of the time, it is also avoidable.
The Traditional View of Acne and Its Treatment
Most people assume that getting acne is a normal part of life. But why...
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Sep
14
Product Review: Top Shelf cocktail mixers
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 14th, 2011 at 11:59 pm
This review is long, long, long overdue and for that this I am extremely apologetic. Now on to reviewing Top Shelf’s line of gluten-free mixers that are produced in a 100% gluten-free facility in Colorado using fruit, vegetables and pure cane sugar (no corn syrup).
The company makes...
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Sep
08
5 Reasons Why It’s Hard to Detect Your Own Food Allergy
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 8th, 2011 at 4:13 pm
Reason #1
One major obstacle to figuring out which foods are problematic is that, even on an elimination diet, you may not have truly eliminated all of your allergenic foods. Assumptions are often made about which foods are allergenic and which foods are not. These assumptions are often wrong.
Even...
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Sep
08
Omni Hotels introduce gluten-free breakfast buffets companywide
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 8th, 2011 at 4:07 pm
Are you on the gluten-free diet and looking for hotel accommodations? Then check out Omni Hotels because they have introduced a gluten-free breakfast buffet station companywide. The station will include gluten-free cereals, granola and a variety of breads and muffins. The gluten-free...
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Sep
06
Product Review – Just Poppin Organic Popping Sorghum Grain
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 6th, 2011 at 7:44 pm
Just Poppin’s Organic Popping Sorghum Grain is a product I was very excited to test. I could not believe that there could be a corn alternative—that is so available for my gluten-free friends and visitors to enjoy.
When we popped it, it looked like miniature popcorn. It was actually rather...
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Sep
06
How Much Gluten is Too Much?
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 6th, 2011 at 7:33 pm
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...
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Sep
02
Medications: The Next Arena for Gluten Labeling Measures
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 2nd, 2011 at 7:39 pm
In my work as an author, researcher, and gluten-free advocate, I work hard to help the gluten-sensitive and celiac communities live a healthy, balanced lifestyle, free from the threat of gluten ingestion. Over the past several years, I am grateful to have witnessed a marked increase in gluten-free...
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Sep
01
Featured Trailblazers – Dr. Stephen Wangen
by G-Free Foodie Team, Posted September 1st, 2011 at 8:51 pm
After being in private practice for years, and having cured his own IBS, Dr. Stephen Wangen developed a specialty in helping others solve their digestive problems. He and his business partner started the IBS Treatment Center to make the clear focus of the practice to help more people cure...
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Sep
01
Ask the Dietician: Rehydrating After Diarrhea
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted September 1st, 2011 at 7:40 pm
Question:
What’s the best way to rehydrate after a bout of diarrhea? Nutritional supplements, sports drinks, water, or something else?
Answer:
This is a great question as diarrhea is one of the biggest contributors to dehydration and malabsorption of nutrients. The degree of dehydration...
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Aug
30
Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Yeast (Candida)
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted August 30th, 2011 at 7:30 pm
Yeast infections, or yeast overgrowth, are a common result of antibiotic use. Yeast is also considered normal flora at low populations, since it is often found in the digestive tract.
However, remember that normal does not necessarily mean good. Yeast, especially the most common type called Candida,...
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Aug
29
Gluten-Free Pizza for Your Celiac Child
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted August 29th, 2011 at 7:34 pm
One of the essentials every parent needs to know is how to provide your celiac child with delicious gluten-free pizza.
There are many ways to enjoy gluten-free pizza. You can buy it pre-made, make it from scratch at home, or order it in a restaurant. You can find recipes for pizza dough and...
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Aug
26
Gluten Intolerance Group: Understanding Dermatitis Herpetiformis
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted August 26th, 2011 at 8:31 pm
Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a chronic disease of the skin marked by groups of watery, itchy blisters that may resemble pimples or blisters. The ingestion of gluten (from wheat, rye, and barley) triggers an immune system response that deposits a substance, lgA (Immunoglobulin A), under...
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Aug
24
Stop Your Celiac Child from “Cheating” on His Gluten-Free Diet
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted August 24th, 2011 at 9:34 pm
Studies have shown that one of the main reasons why some celiac patients can’t stay gluten-free is that they don’t have a support group to encourage and help them. Being part of a support group can provide emotional and practical advantages to help you and your child succeed in the gluten-free...
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Aug
24
Mike’s Hard Lemonade LITE is Gluten Free
by Gluten Free Advocates + Experts, Posted August 24th, 2011 at 9:27 pm
I am a huge fan of Twitter because it is a great place to have a conversation with companies, bloggers and everyday people about a shared topic. While ‘talking’ on Twitter yesterday we heard that Mike’s Hard Lemonade (Lite versions) are gluten free. Wait, isn’t Mike’s...
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Aug
19
Declare Your Gluten-Free Rights! Sign a Joint Letter to the FDA
by G-Free Foodie Team, Posted August 19th, 2011 at 3:36 pm
The celiac and gluten-free community has been abuzz with the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) re-opening of the comment period for their proposed gluten-free labeling regulations, which is extended through October 3, 2011. It’s certainly exciting to see this movement after nearly three...
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