There has been quite the brouhaha in the media about a new report from the American Heart Association (AHA). In a recently released report, the AHA advised against the use of coconut oil. Claiming that coconut oil contains saturated fat and will increase LDLs (bad) cholesterol and cause heart disease. A quick review of some…
Whether you are eating gluten-free because of celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity or because it just makes you feel better, the goal is to live better, feel better and wholeheartedly embrace life. Eating healthfully is one component on the spectrum of wellness. Incorporating other dimensions of wellness allows you to live your life with ease,…
A recent article in Medscape discussed the dietary phenomenon of gluten avoidance. William Balistrei, MD., professor at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and author of the article stated that eating gluten-free has become the “most popular dietary trend in the United States, with approximately 100 million Americans consuming gluten-free products last year.” This also translates…
With New Year’s resolutions abounding, a very common theme is “I’m going to lose weight this year“. A wonderful intention for many people who are struggling with their weight, and unfortunately a continuous problem in the U.S. For those managing celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity, there’s an added focus on food just to live…
With the arrival of November we get elections, Thanksgiving, and the advent of cold and flu season. Not to worry. Take preventative action and keep a positive attitude. According to Karen Ansel, RD, with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, you can increase your body’s defense against infection from colds and flu by making healthy…
If you happen to notice a teal pumpkin this holiday, there’s a very good reason why it’s there. For kids suffering from food allergies, celiac disease, diabetes, food intolerances or other food related challenges, trick or treating can be an exercise in frustration for both parents and these special food-need kids. Gluten Freedom Project, along…
Do you ever find yourself saying, “Did I just eat 5 GF chocolate chip cookies?” It’s so fun having sweet, yummy, comfort foods that are GF too! Often times people who eat a gluten-free diet feel deprived of certain favorite foods. When these same foods you thought you could never eat again appear on grocery…
Are you shopping for back to school clothes and classroom supplies? What a fun time of year when you can sense that autumn is in the air and all that brings: school, football games, color change and a respite from the hot days of summer. While you are out shopping, consider stocking your pantry with…
Quinoa, pronounced KEEN-wah is incredibly nutritious. It‘s a grain crop, but it is basically a seed that is often eaten as a grain. One of the only grains that is a complete protein. It contains all nine amino acids essential for human nutrition. This kind of complete protein is rarely found in plant foods, but…
I’m a new grandma! GiGi’s the name, grand-mothering is my game!!! The most awesome experience of my whole life just occurred last month when I became a first time grandparent by my son-in-law, Justin, and daughter, Chelsea, who has celiac disease. The fact that Chelsea has been on a gluten-free diet for 6 years helped…