The Women’s Gluten-Free Health Summit, an on-line event, begins Monday, September 8 and concludes on Friday, September 12, 2014. Jennifer Fugo, the founder of Gluten Free School, is hosting this awesome event where you can listen in for FREE to learn everything you ever wanted to know about Gluten Sensitivity from a woman’s perspective, and […]
Although I really dislike seeing summer come to an end, one reason I do look forward to late August, is because my blackberry vines begin producing beautiful, plump berries in abundance! I’ve been picking them daily and my family and I are enjoying them in cereal, on top of yogurt, salads, and in sweet desserts! […]
Press Release: AMBLER, Pa., Aug. 20, 2014 /PRNewswire-iReach/ “The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) has received a $2M contribution from an anonymous donor to support the organization’s on-going efforts to raise awareness about the disease, advance research, encourage testing, and improve the quality of life for people who must maintain a lifelong gluten-free diet. The largest gift […]
The gluten-free community (2,995 of them!) cast their votes for their favorite gluten-free products, services & organizations via The (Fourth) Annual Gluten-Free Awards and the results are highlighted in the (2014) Gluten-Free Buyers Guide, now available in print or downloadable e-book. This easy to read guide contains over 40 categories including the top picks […]
“It took nine years. But we did it. All of us. Every single member of the gluten-free community, whether you’ve been diagnosed for 20 years or 20 days. We all played a role in getting the FDA to finalize a definition because people living with and affected by gluten-related disorders are not a small minority of people. […]
Celiac disease in pregnant women is not associated with a significantly greater risk for pregnancy complications or adverse birth outcomes, according to research from the United Kingdom and Sweden. “The undiagnosed CD group was not at increased risk for pregnancy complications, but there was a 1% absolute excess risk for preterm birth (aOR=1.24; 95% CI, […]
Jane Barthelemy, MBA, CBP, CRM, Health Practioner, Gluten-free, Paleo chef, and author of Paleo Desserts and Good Morning Paleo Jane’s shares a recipe for Lemon Chia Seed Muffins, from her newest (print) cookbook Good Morning Paleo: More than 150 Easy Favorites to Start Your Day, Gluten- and Grain-Free. (Don’t miss our Giveaway below! sorry, you just missed this) […]
“Italy’s siren call lures us more and more” … Frances Mayes Jovial Foods, a family-owned company with a line of certified organic, artisan-crafted gluten-free pasta, cookies, cold pressed extra virgin olive oil and glass jarred tomatoes, is hosting its 5th Culinary Getaway this Fall. If you have always wanted to visit beautiful Tuscany to learn […]
I have to admit I’ve never made a gluten-free pizza crust from scratch which is why I’m always on the hunt for a great tasting gluten-free pizza shell! The other day I picked up a 12″ Three Cheese Gluten-Free Pizza Shell from Against the Grain Gourmet, located in the freezer section of my local Stop […]
Gluten Freedom is the new book written by Dr. Alessio Fasano, MD, the founder and director of the Center for Celiac Research at Massachusetts General Hospital, and world-renowned pediatric gastroenterologist. The book is co-authored by Susie Flaherty, former senior editor at the University of Maryland and currently the communications director of the Center for […]
Are you ready to take control? The celiac community is well aware of the many challenges faced on a daily basis when living a gluten-free lifestyle … such as at work, dining out, traveling, and attending family gatherings, to name a few. The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA) wants you to “Take Control […]
by Joy Duginske, MA, Certified Health Coach Joy Duginske, MA, Certified Health Coach, is the owner of Joy to Wellness Health Coaching in Chicago, IL. Once an unhealthy vegetarian, she transformed her own health by changing her diet, which included eliminating gluten. Joy specializes in helping women establish and maintain healthy lifestyles, and believes achieving […]
Hi, I’m Allyson Kramer and I’m a best-selling cookbook author, recipe developer, and food photographer specializing in plant-based and gluten-free cuisine. I started blogging in 2009–back before I was diagnosed with celiac disease–to share vegan recipes and random thoughts, and have happily turned it into a full-time gig. I studied Fine Art in college and have been […]
Sabine Lisicki, a 2013 runner-up at Wimbledon, was diagnosed with non-celiac gluten-sensitivity, after suffering years of symptoms including stomach pains, nausea and poor concentration, according to an article in www.express.co.uk. “The 2013 Wimbledon runner-up had accepted the ailments and continued to train and compete until she lost consciousness during the 2011 French Open”. Sabine, 24, is […]
Authors of Study: Erika M Barbero, Shawna L McNally, Michael C Donohue and Martin F Kagnoff See study abstract (link below) for affiliations. Many people with celiac disease (CD) remain undiagnosed, despite the availability of blood tests. The study team set out to identify (in those with a “high-risk” of developing it) possible reasons why […]
Imagine spending seven nights at a 5-star hotel located in a tropical paradise where you’ll wake to the sounds of exotic bird calls and catch a glimpse of monkeys frolicking in a nearby tree canopy … and later, after a day of exploring, find yourself relaxing on a veranda refreshed by a balmy breeze and […]
Caroline Shannon-Karasik is the author of The Gluten-Free Revolution, as well as a certified holistic health coach and founder of the popular gluten-free lifestyle site, Sincerely Caroline. Her writing and recipe development have been featured in several publications, including, VegNews, Kiwi, and REDBOOK magazines. She has been a long distance runner for more than 15 years and certified Pilates instructor for […]
(Don’t miss our Giveaway below!) JĀSÖN® and Avalon Organics®, both owned by The Hain Celestial Group, offer a more natural line of personal care products, which are free of many harmful chemicals, contain certified organic ingredients, and are environmentally-friendly (products not tested on animals and recycled packaging used). Both brands have recently launched a line of products that are GFCO-certified […]
Mumbai born Jehangir Mehta, is executive chef/owner of two popular New York restaurants, Mehtaphor (Tribeca) and Graffiti (East Village) and his new venture, Me and You, a private dining experience and conversational salon. He is also the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness’ (NFCA) Chef Ambassador of their educational initiative “GREAT Kitchens”, which offers […]
New York Pizza Dept. (NYPD Pizza), a family-friendly restaurant with 10 locations in the metro-Phoenix, Arizona area, recently announced the launch of a new gluten-free menu, just in time for Celiac Awareness Month. The new gluten-free menu includes GF beverages, appetizers, pizzas and dessert! Vegan and Vegetarian (try the Veganizza) options also available. Don’t […]
