tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28298624943512677822024-03-14T07:26:54.986-04:00Gluten-Free LivingAmyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.comBlogger303125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-75128382459185471972013-07-09T11:22:00.000-04:002013-07-10T15:22:47.533-04:00Gluten-free Dunkin’ Donuts debate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When Dunkin' Donuts announced it was planning to roll out a gluten-free donut and muffin nationwide, we posted the news on our Facebook page. <o:p></o:p>
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Gluten-free consumers started responding immediately. Many rejoiced. Others paused to voice some concern about cross-contamination issues. And some complained that another unhealthy product was making its way into the gluten-free market place. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Here are some examples of what they said:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>"Being from the northeast, aka the land of Dunkin, this is excellent news. Now kids and grownups near DD can more easily participate in school and office donut days."</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">"As the mother of a gluten sensitive child, this is excellent news! We don't often eat donuts but it is great that Eva won't have to feel deprived if we do!"<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">"Are they going to be kept in the wrappers until the customer consumes them? Cross contamination is a huge issue with places that claim to have gluten free products!"</b><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">"I wish people could understand to truly live a healthy life you need to give up those foods that are in the end going to just make you fat and cause different diseases."<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">"Sad part is, the media is calling these products "healthy." It may be safe for us celiacs, but it is nowhere near healthy."<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The varied reactions don't surprise me. Whenever a mainstream company adds a gluten-free product, the ever-growing gluten-free consumer base demonstrates just how diverse it really is. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I suspect you would put yourself roughly in one of the groups above. I know I do.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Overall I am glad to have mainstream companies provide options for gluten-free customers. Part of the reason is the number of years my family has been contending with the gluten-free diet. Twenty to be exact. For much of that time there seemed no hope you'd ever be debating whether a gluten-free donut at Dunkin' was a good thing or not. You expected that the coffee was all that would ever be safe.<o:p></o:p></div>
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When you live with very few choices for a very long time I think you come to appreciate them more.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Like many in the United States, we have a Dunkin’ Donuts shop right around the corner. We go there every once in awhile, though not enough to pose a health risk to those in the family who are not gluten free. Now my daughter, who has celiac disease, can join us and have something to eat. I don't think she'll overdo it, just as other family members have not.<o:p></o:p></div>
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But she no longer has to eat something before we go or carry along something from home. She can still just have coffee if she'd like. The difference is she gets to choose just like everyone else.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In part that's possible because Dunkin' Donuts has taken steps to prevent the cross contamination that is a legitimate worry for those who have celiac disease and gluten intolerance. The company, which has been test marketing the gluten-free options for a few months, is offering products that are prepared in a dedicated facility and packaged to protect their gluten-free integrity. (We’ll have more details on the gluten-free products in a story in the Sept./Oct. issue of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Gluten-Free Living</i>.)<o:p></o:p></div>
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So count me in the column of those doing a little happy dance over the Dunkin' Donut news. I respect anyone who swears they will never eat a gluten-free Dunkin' donut or muffin because it's unhealthy. You have the right to make that choice. And now gluten-free men and women who would occasionally like to enjoy a donut and coffee for a morning meeting or a breakfast date, and the children who’d like to stop for a donut and milk, have a choice too.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tim McCallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09724767947181839473noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-45205207284797484152013-06-10T17:48:00.002-04:002013-06-11T11:57:09.428-04:00How do you prefer to shop for gluten-free groceries?There's no doubt that gluten-free items are getting easier to find in mainstream<br />
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Some have created dedicated gluten-free sections or include gluten-free foods in a designated natural or health food department in the store. Others spread the gluten-free products throughout the store, for example putting gluten-free pasta on the shelves where "regular" pasta is stocked.<br />
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In some supermarkets, it's a hybrid system, with specialty brands in the reserved gluten-free spot and mainstream brands in the regular aisles. So while you might find Kinnikinnick S'moreables with other gluten-free products, you'll find Chex gluten-free cereals in the same aisle as gluten-containing Cheerios.<br />
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I recently listened to a webinar that touched on approaches for retailers interested in stocking gluten-free products. One of the presenters said she thought integration of gluten-free products in the regular aisles is the wave of the future. <br />
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I personally prefer a specialty section, though I have no problem picking up the mainstream items as I go through the rest of the store. The two supermarkets closest to my home, Wegmans and Giant, both do it this way.<br />
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I know just where the specialty area is, and I can easily find products I buy all the time. I also quickly notice new products when they are added to the shelves. In both stores, a freezer section that carries gluten-free foods is included in the specialty area even though it's far from the regular freezer aisles.<br />
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If I only need specific gluten-free items - a gluten-free baguette and pasta for dinner, bagels for the next morning and crackers for a snack, I can go to one place, gather them quickly and make a quick get-away. (I admit the supermarket is not my favorite place to spend a lot of time.) <br />
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When I am doing a larger weekly shop and go through all the aisles, I pick up other gluten-free products as I go. But sometimes a new product will be added and get lost in the crowd of gluten-containing items. If I, and other shoppers, can't readily find it, it's usually not long before the store decides it's not really a big seller. Then it's gone for good.<br />
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Wegmans has long been known for its attention to gluten-free shoppers and those who have the regional supermarket nearby usually feel lucky. The gluten-free section, located in the store's Nature's Marketplace, is big and well stocked. You can use coupons issued for products from the marketplace for any gluten-free item. <br />
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Wegmans also has an extensive line of store brand products that are clearly marked with a "G" for gluten-free which it sells in the regular aisles. Many of these are non-perishable items like Wegmans Asian Classics sauces, but it also includes things like ice cream and potato chips. The symbol makes it easy to identify gluten-free items and reduces the need to rely on very close label reading of ingredients.<br />
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Some stories like Giant have shelf tags that alert you to gluten-free products and while these can work well, you have to make sure that the product you pick up is the one really intended to be flagged by the tag. Shoppers have been know to move things around on the shelves.<br />
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Some stores purposefully do not have a dedicated gluten-free section and stock all of their gluten-free products throughout the regular aisles. Whole Foods, a natural and organic food store chain, previously handled gluten-free items this way, but now almost all locations offer both a gluten-free section and gluten-free products spread throughout the store. <br />
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I am interested in what readers think. Let me know what system you like best and why. What is the best gluten-free feature of the store where you shop regularly?<br />
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Even as I type this I am mindful that in some places, none of these options exist and it's still hard to find gluten-free foods without having to travel far or order them online. I hope that as the gluten-free market grows and more food stores realize gluten-free shoppers are important consumers this will change.<br />
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<br />Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-43337754573488999112013-06-10T08:21:00.002-04:002013-06-12T15:22:11.591-04:00Gluten-free 20-somethings hit the blog scene<br />
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Graduate student Candice Clifford shares positive energy, empowerment and resources through her posts and poems.</div>
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<a href="http://www.embracegfree.com/">embracegfree.com</a></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">The Hamroff sisters of <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";"><a href="http://www.celiacsisters.net/">celiacsisters.net</a></span></span></td></tr>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Creative Cooking Gluten Free</b></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12322477829733587061noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-4720030383267297192013-06-06T09:34:00.001-04:002013-06-07T13:18:58.637-04:00A pill to treat celiac disease is no longer a pipe dream <br />
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We all go through stages of transition after a diagnosis of celiac disease.</div>
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For most, the first includes lots of confusion, worry and fear that eating will never be the same. Then good health returns and, eventually, we get to the point where we feel we're controlling the disease instead of it controlling us. Mainly that's because we get a handle on the gluten-free diet and once we conquer that we feel like we've largely conquered the disease.</div>
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Now, Alice Bast, president of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, is pushing us to go one step further. She's urging us to really understand what celiac disease is and how it works.<br />
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"For most of us, knowing what to eat, what to avoid and which questions to ask when dining out are enough to get by," Bast says. "Words like "t-cells" and "zonulin" aren't part of our everyday conversation, and they certainly don't help when trying to decode a nutrition label."<br />
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The NFCA, a Philadelphia-based patient advocacy group, is hosting a free webinar June 11 to help patients understand how celiac disease works and what role medications to treat it are likely to play in the future. <br />
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"It's more critical now than ever to know and understand how celiac disease works," Bast explains. "We are on the cusp of a pharmaceutical revolution in celiac disease treatment. A vaccine or pill is no longer a pipe dream. It's a very real possibility."<br />
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The webinar, Celiac Disease: Immunology 101 and the Drug Development Process, will touch on the immunological process of celiac disease as well as the process of drug development and approval.<br />
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It will be conducted by Francisco Leon, MD, vice president of immunology translational medicine, and Ken Kilgore, PhD, director of immuno-pharmacology, at Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson.<br />
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They will review existing research to explain why scientists are looking into the development of a pill or vaccine.*<br />
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Bast says it's a chance to learn about things that aren't covered in a typical appointment with your doctor or dietitian. <br />
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If you've ever wondered about the role patients play in clinical trials for a drug or the steps needed for Food and Drug Administration approval of one, you should tune in.<br />
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You can register <a href="https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/525043718">here</a>. There's also information on how to listen to the webinar after the fact if you can't do so live. <br />
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While not everyone is anxious to take a pill to treat celiac disease, knowledge has always been the most powerful tool in combating its symptoms and long-term consequences. Expanding your understanding of new issues that will certainly affect how you live your gluten-free life is always a good idea.<br />
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So take this opportunity to find out about the science behind celiac disease and the steps that are being take to develop new treatments for it. <br />
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Amy Ratner<br />
<em>*This is an update to clarify information previously provided by the NFCA.</em><br />
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in the northeast!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The past two
days have been a triple H kind of a day, hazy, hot and humid.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Which makes the article in yesterday’s Wall
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I love salads and all the different dressings available
to me on a gluten-free diet!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But, what I
love most of all is growing my own salad.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The sunniest spot in my yard happens to be my deck and this is where I
have all of my containers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I planted the
lettuce and cherry tomatoes last weekend.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>These are both low risk, high yielding options for a brown thumb gardener
like me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I even bought a couple of
strawberry plants for fun because they grow like absolute weeds and figure I
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">oregano, tarragon, thyme on 3/30</td></tr>
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know that most herbs were perennials until a summer dinner party when the
hostess showed me her herb garden and said she had planted it six years
ago.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She advised me to throw the herbs
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the collection of dead leaves that had gathered on top to throw into the green
waste bags.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was so surprised to see
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mint, tarragon, thyme, oregano and rosemary had all
started growing anew!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Two months later,
the herbs are absolutely flourishing. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As
I wait for my lettuce and tomatoes to grow, the Wall Street Journal Summer
Salad article had some great dressing ideas using these herbs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One was to make a blender dressing using
fresh tarragon is you are adding salmon or chicken to the salad.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For a basic oil and vinegar, throw some basil,
parsley and oregano into the blender.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
just planted the parsley and basil so I will have to wait a week or two for
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lighter oil such as canola oil, whisked together with a little salt and pepper
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of my kids would be happy to see a big chopped salad with some chicken or fish
on top.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For that solution, I will turn
to other articles on advice for getting picky tweens and teens to eat
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Gluten-Free Livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10527990863691525542noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-28303427845752700522013-05-28T09:02:00.000-04:002013-05-28T09:02:02.430-04:00Shopping at HomeGoods<div class="MsoNormal">
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a lot of money, but I want a little pick me up purchase and that place is
HomeGoods. At the very minimum, I am
going to come away with a gluten-free mix from a company that I might have seen
at a food show or discover something new all together.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">But, this weekend, the item that had me swooning with
happiness was a lime green ceramic fry pan for $14.99. Actually, it is more avocado than lime…I
swear my parents had a refrigerator the exact same color. It doesn’t matter, I have used it twice since
I purchased it and I love it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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nutrition and cooking publications just to know what people are studying, or
curious about, and non-stick Teflon pans seem to come up in a lot of forums. The ceramic pan is typically offered up as a
non-stick alternative so I have wanted to try one!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I made gluten-free pancakes and sautéed mushrooms this
weekend, both came out perfectly. While
my bill was slightly larger than the $14.99 due to a selection of really great
gluten-free mixes, I am still really pleased with my pick me up purchase. Nothing chases rain and clouds away, like
opening up a cupboard and seeing a pop of green among the jumbled pots and
pans. If I have to cook, I may as well
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Gluten-Free Livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10527990863691525542noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-69346803368044154782013-05-13T15:01:00.001-04:002013-05-13T17:15:40.604-04:00 Pillsbury introduces gluten-free pizza, pie & cookie dough<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis_a6YGvlkpWLPm-0Ws5o0o5Fnib8UQJx3MRCOP1LTJU2rSx5x3j4BF4Y0t3Gg3714Cpz5veeaXg4jYx8eBHsqpRWIAJyHDn8z1LG1EhZRbDpKggElKxg5bhaGcvkl4jkiMzmtb2G_ld21/s1600/pillsbury+gf.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="179" pua="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis_a6YGvlkpWLPm-0Ws5o0o5Fnib8UQJx3MRCOP1LTJU2rSx5x3j4BF4Y0t3Gg3714Cpz5veeaXg4jYx8eBHsqpRWIAJyHDn8z1LG1EhZRbDpKggElKxg5bhaGcvkl4jkiMzmtb2G_ld21/s320/pillsbury+gf.jpeg" width="320" /></a></b>If you haven’t been feeling friendly toward the Pillsbury Doughboy since going gluten free, it might be time to re-think your relationship.<br />
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The brand, which is owned by General Mills, recently announced a new line of gluten-free products featuring tubs of pizza, pastry and chocolate chip cookie dough. The products will be available nationwide this summer and in most major supermarkets by August. You’ll be able to find the dough tubs in the refrigerated aisle alongside other Pillsbury products.</div>
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“Several members of the General Mills family either have celiac disease themselves or have a close friend or relative who does,” said Rachel Dickens, Pillsbury media relations representative. “Hearing our employees’ and consumers’ stories brought to life an untapped need for delicious gluten-free products and prompted us to find a solution.”</div>
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Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-67639172172288833742013-05-02T15:08:00.002-04:002013-05-02T15:08:30.180-04:00The top 5 gluten-free changes I'd like to seeAs Celiac Disease Awareness Month started yesterday, I asked <em>Gluten-Free Living's</em> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gflivingmag?ref=tn_tnmn">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://twitter.com/gfliving">Twitter</a> followers to name the one thing they'd like to see change as a result of growing awareness of everything gluten free.<br />
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Today, I'm sharing a list of my top five changes.<br />
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1. FDA approval of a real definition for the gluten-free label. <em>Gluten-Free Living</em> has been covering this topic for so long my children have graduated from high school, college and law school since it all started. We keep hearing approval is just around the corner. It's time to just get it done.<br />
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2. A commitment by restaurants to take gluten cross-contamination issues as seriously as they are supposed to take sanitary requirements in their kitchens. We all know this can be complicated, but there are ways to do it properly and celiac disease support groups with programs to help. Gluten-free customers would have a lot more faith in gluten-free menus if they did not have to grill their server about cross-contamination.<br />
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3. A push for healthier gluten-free specialty items. <em>Gluten-Free Living</em> started writing about this topic a number of years ago with a story about gluten-free whole grains, and we've been following it since. Some gluten-free companies deserve credit for choosing healthier ingredients, but we still see a lot of nutritionally devoid starches as the main ingredient. <br />
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4. A choice by mainstream food companies to switch to gluten-free ingredients in foods that contain one small thing that is not gluten free. I am thinking of foods that we could all eat if it weren't for some minute amount of malt flavoring or soy sauce made with wheat. It makes business sense because gluten-free consumers are a growing group. If General Mills can do it with most varieties of Chex cereal other companies of all types should be able to do it too.<br />
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5. A move to convince everyone that they should rule out celiac disease before going on a gluten-free diet. I know physicians don't always cooperate, but it's your health and you should insist on testing if you have celiac disease symptoms. Some people question why a diagnosis is necessary if going gluten-free on your own makes you feel better. There are two reasons, one more altruistic than the other. <br />
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We'll always struggle to improve rates of diagnosis of celiac disease as long as there are those who've misdiagnosed themselves as gluten intolerant. That number matters when it comes to the four points above. It also influences how much research goes into better understanding of both celiac disease and gluten intolerance, including the important studies looking for the bio-markers for gluten intolerance. We are all in the gluten-free diet together even if it's for different reasons. <br />
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On an individual level, there are some real differences between the two conditions, and you can best manage your health if you know where you really fall on the spectrum of conditions triggered by gluten. If it turns out you don't have celiac disease and you feel better on the gluten-free diet, no one can quarrel with your decision to follow it. Gluten intolerance is now a recognized medical condition and should be respected as such. But the first step is ruling out celiac disease.<br />
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So that's my list. Feel free to share yours.<br />
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Amy Ratner<br />
Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-90258887009603244862013-04-22T14:49:00.003-04:002013-04-23T08:13:50.958-04:00Gluten-Free Goody Bag!<br />
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can learn as much as possible about our readers!</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">What are your interests?</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">What editorial content appeals to you?</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Do you use our website and/or our social
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Gluten-Free Livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10527990863691525542noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-7391780418774469442013-04-15T12:35:00.000-04:002013-04-15T12:35:40.160-04:00New Gluten-Free Pizza in Wegmans Market Cafe<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wegmans has come up with an innovative way to serve safe gluten-free pizza. It takes advantage of Wegmans combination of supermarket and cafe service.<br />
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Wegmans' Market Cafe pizza shop is stocking Conte's Bake in the Bag pizza in its freezer so gluten-free customers can order a pie on the spot or call in for pick up. The pizza is cooked is a sealed bag so cross-contamination isn't a worry.<br />
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In an interesting twist, the pizza is also available in the freezer in the Nature's Market Place, a section of the supermarket where most gluten-free items are sold. A customer can purchase the pizza from the market and get it baked in the pizza shop or take it home to bake.<br />
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Trish Kazacos, a registered dietitian who is Wegmans nutritionist and is gluten free herself, said offering gluten-free pizza is a joint venture between the cafe and market place. "It gives everyone lots of flexibility," she said.<br />
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As it launches, the pizza will be available in the 40 of Wegmans 81 stores in six East Coast states. Some cafes have an oven with an open flame and the bagged pizza can't be cooked in them. A list of stores where it will be available will be posted soon on <a href="http://www.wegmans.com/blog/">Wegmans Fresh Stories blog</a>.<br />
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Conte's pizza comes in three flavors, cheese, pepperoni and margherita, but availability will vary, with some stores only carrying two until the program gets fully underway. It's a good idea to call ahead to check.<br />
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The system addresses two problems that can come up when serving gluten-free pizza along with regular pizza - cross contamination and reliable availability. Conte's bagged pizza is also sold at Chuck E. Cheese's pizza locations throughout the U.S.<br />
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<br />Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-12911905988368511442013-04-08T14:11:00.000-04:002013-04-08T14:11:01.331-04:00Two Important Gluten-Free Studies You Can Help WithYou can help the gluten-free community by taking part in two important surveys.<br />
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The first was set up by Tricia Thompson, a dietitian who specializes in celiac disease, and Brian Jackson, PhD of Dartmouth College, to get some real numbers on how much rice gluten-free consumers eat. <br />
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Concerns about arsenic in rice have been raised by Consumer Reports. In a recent story, the magazine said it found "worrisome levels" of arsenic in many rice samples tested.<br />
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Since those who follow the gluten-free diet typically eat a wide variety of products made with rice and rice flour, it seems they could face a greater risk of being exposed to harmful levels of arsenic. Aside from rice itself, rice flour and starch is found in products as varied as cereal, pasta, bread, crackers, cookies and rice drinks, often as a primary ingredient. <br />
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So far gluten-free consumers have been advised it's not necessary to avoid rice, but to eat a diet that includes a wide range of gluten-free grains. Brown rice is a gluten-free whole grain that has been encouraged as a healthy addition to the gluten-free diet. But it was cited as being likely to contain more arsenic than white rice . Some experts worry that fear of arsenic will drive people away from this grain, choosing nutritionally devoid gluten-free flours and starches instead.<br />
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While the assumption is that gluten-free consumers face greater risks, there is little data on rice consumption. The survey is designed to help correct that. It's open to adults who have been diagnosed with celiac disease. You can access it <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/67MMK7M">here</a>. You have until April 24 to fill it out. <br />
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The second survey is being done jointly by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness and the Jefferson Celiac Center in Philadelphia. It's designed to find out what doctors tell their celiac disease patients about having family members tested. The study investigators hope to use this information to improve screening strategies for celiac disease.<br />
You can access it <a href="http://svy.mk/17f2SfX">here</a>.<br />
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These are two simple steps you can take to improve the gluten-free world for yourself and others. <br />
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<br />Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-38617632392365801572013-04-08T14:08:00.000-04:002013-04-08T14:08:11.106-04:00Is the long gluten-free wait nearly over?<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
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Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-46567520590063148432013-04-04T10:06:00.002-04:002013-04-09T09:36:13.584-04:00Gluten-Free Tax BreakA gluten-free lifestyle is not always friendly to your bank account. But if you have celiac disease and fairly high medical expenses you may be able to take advantage of some gluten-free tax deductions.<br />
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If it’s too late to meet the paperwork requirements this year and you think you might qualify, it’s never too early to begin preparing for next year.<br />
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The IRS allows individuals with celiac disease to deduct the cost difference between gluten-free food and its mainstream equivalent. For instance, if you spend $5 on gluten-free bread, and gluten-containing bread costs $2, you can deduct the difference, $3, as a medical expense on your taxes. You can also deduct the entire cost of special items needed for gluten-free cooking, for example xanthan gum and quinoa flour; the cost of transportation to and from the grocery store for gluten-free purchases; and shipping costs for gluten-free food delivery. File all of these deductions on schedule A of your 1040 tax form. <br />
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However, before you can qualify your medical expenses have to exceed a specified threshold. For 2012 you can deduct only the part of your medical expenses that exceeds 7.5 % of your adjusted gross income. Beginning in 2013 it will increase to 10% of your adjusted gross income (7.5% if you are over the age of 65).<br />
It can be difficult to meet the threshold especially if insurance covers most of your medical costs, but if medical expenses are high in a given year it can be worth the effort. <br />
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Be prepared with some key documents if you decide to file these deductions: <br />
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1. A documented diagnosis of celiac disease from your doctor and a prescription to follow a gluten-free diet. The tax break does not cover those with gluten intolerance or gluten sensitivity. <br />
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2. Receipts for every specialty food purchase made throughout the year, for example gluten-free crackers or flour. Naturally gluten-free foods such as produce and meat are not covered. You should also keep receipts for the shipping costs of gluten-free products delivered to your home. <br />
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3. An Excel spreadsheet that documents the price of each gluten-free item you purchased, the price of its non-gluten-free equivalent, and the difference between these two numbers. You’ll report the difference on your tax returns. <br />
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4. A log of the mileage to and from grocery stores for gluten-free purchases. Be sure to look up the year’s mileage rate and also keep track of any tolls and parking fees.<br />
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5. A record of other medical expenses like co-pays and doctor-prescribed supplements not covered by insurance.<br />
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While it’s a time-consuming to keep track of receipts and calculate the difference between gluten-free and gluten-containing equivalents, the tax deduction can be valuable in years when you have high medical expenses.<br />
Consult a tax professional if you think it applies to you. <br />
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<br />Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-84147463738247849922013-03-22T17:08:00.002-04:002013-03-22T17:08:26.399-04:00Shop for Gluten-Free Passover Goods!<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
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Just a Friday "micro" blog! Time to stock up on gluten-free Matzo Crackers. This is only one brand, but they are the closest thing to a good, old fashioned "Saltine" I have ever tasted. They are, of course, delicious for their real purpose, a matzo cracker, for Passover celebrations but I just eat these non-stop during the season.<br />
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Kendall Gluten-Free Livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10527990863691525542noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-1659719809779097902013-03-21T08:34:00.001-04:002013-03-21T13:36:19.150-04:00“Best of the West<br />
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introduced a new tagliatelle noodle with egg in the pasta. Pappardelle’s (<a href="http://www.pappredellespasta.com/">www.pappredellespasta.com</a>) introduced
some new flavors, sweet potato and dark chocolate, and a chipotle lime orzo
style pasta. RP’s Pasta (<a href="http://www.rpspasta.com/">www.rpspasta.com</a>) featured fresh GF Lasagna
Sheets. Le Veneziane has microwave pasta
dishes…penne al pomodoro e basilico that is ready in nine minutes (<a href="http://www.quattrobimbi.com/">www.quattrobimbi.com</a>).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Marinade (<a href="http://www.san-j.com/">www.san-j.com</a>) and Saffron Road
burst on to the scene with a bevy of simmer sauces (<a href="http://www.americanhalal.com/">www.americanhalal.com</a>).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Kinnikinnick has a blueberry bagel made the old fashioned
way, boiled first and then baked. It
really bursts with blueberry flavor (<a href="http://www.kinnikinnick.com/">www.kinnikinnick.com</a>). Bakery on Main introduced two new instant
oatmeal flavors, Blueberry Scone and Carrot Cake (<a href="http://www.bakeryonmain.com/">www.bakeryonmain.com</a>) and Glutenfreeda
also introduced portable instant oatmeal in a cup (<a href="http://www.glutenfreeda.com/">www.glutenfreeda.com</a>). I tasted the Komplete Meal Replacement Shakes
packed with 21 superfoods and the Jav ‘a Latte was my favorite (<a href="http://www.katefarms.com/">www.katefarms.com</a>).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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report. Ener-G showcased Garlic Pretzels
that were stuffed with garlic goodness, thank goodness for the post snacking
breath mints (<a href="http://www.ener-g.com/">www.ener-g.com</a>). Simple Squares Organic Snack Bar, once again
I loved the coffee bar. (<a href="http://www.simplesquares.com/">www.simplesquares.com</a>).
Mary’s Gone Crackers introduced a new graham cracker that is coming to stores
soon (<a href="http://www.marysgonecrackers.com/">www.marysgonecrackers.com</a>). Lucy’s
introduced Combo Snack & Go packs and a new pumpkin cookie (<a href="http://www.drlucys.com/">www.drlucys.com</a>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Starfish Seafood introduced a new line of gluten-free
fish sticks and a parmesan encrusted cod filet (<a href="http://www.star-fish.com/">www.star-fish.com</a>). Glutenfreeda also launched a Pocket Sandwich;
I tried the Hickory Smoked Ham and Cheese (<a href="http://www.glutenfreeda.com/">www.glutenfreeda.com</a>), my always
hungry, always growing 13 year old son is going to be so happy when I buy these. Second Helping featured Corn Puppies; gluten-free
batter dipped cocktail size franks (<a href="http://www.secondhelping.com%29...really/">www.secondhelping.com)</a>, really a great idea and totally delicious. If
you prefer a bun for your franks, Schar launched hot dog rolls (<a href="http://www.schar.com/">www.schar.com</a>).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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mix (<a href="http://www.kingarthurflour.com/">www.kingarthurflour.com</a>) and
Pamela’s had their Artisan Flour Blend (<a href="http://www.pamelasproducts.com/">www.pamelasproducts.com</a>). 123 Gluten-Free showcased their sugar free Pound
cake Mix (<a href="http://www.123.glutenfree.com/">www.123.glutenfree.com</a>) which
is coming to stores soon. This adds to
their line of sugar free mixes so the consumer may choose the sweetener!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For those of you who make a green bean casserole for
Thanksgiving and miss those crunchy onions, Brad’s Raw Foods introduced Brad’s
Raw Onion Rings in a variety of flavors…another time I was thankful for breath
mints! (<a href="http://www.bradsrawfoods.com/">www.bradsrawfoods.com</a>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and I have to say this is a great idea as something warm and soothing without
caffeine to get through a long winter’s afternoon. (<a href="http://www.numitea.com/">www.numitea.com</a>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mr. Dewie’s Almond Milk frozen dessert (<a href="http://www.mrdewies.com/">www.mrdewies.com</a></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">) was my absolute
favorite thing…</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">right now this is only available in the Bay Area of California, </span>you lucky Californians!</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Oh.My.Gosh….this is a creamy “iced almond milk” frozen dessert that I could easily sit down with a pint and eat the whole thing.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Hopefully store distributors agreed with me….</span></div>
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Evol Burritos and Pure Bars that I haven’t even mentioned! There was Wallaby Yogurt, Glutino Pop Tarts,
Hope Hummus in single serve squeeze tubs, Lotus Foods exotic rice and so much
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Travel is fraught with challenges aside from dietary
issues, specifically air travel.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Take my
return trip home yesterday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First off,
it was the weekend we “spring ahead.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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Live…my phone did not spring ahead.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On Saturday, New York was two hours ahead of
Arizona and on Sunday it was three hours ahead?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">But, here is the great news.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was my return flight and I was not
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selected a gluten-free English muffin from the room service menu at the Hyatt
Regency in Phoenix.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had a GoPicnic
Lunch from my time at Expo West and I even had a snack, my favorite Walnut Cappuccino True Bar!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Kendall Egan</span></div>
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been a different experience than my daughters…what an insight into men!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think about the old adage, “We’ll always
have baseball” as that common thread holding fathers and sons together during
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMEqi8F2rr0FvsCCVLjVCt0HrfWhjnz0I9pC1uEb9fqzB3cqSJ_zpr0geeGPXRaPrFcwRlI1LF8i9EPE3VUFWjgFNkeT2p-sS9ffhxrsKYEiTsJsoD1kCqqxyhXoUQ3XVLKU9bnm1tOUM/s1600/IMG-20130222-00249.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMEqi8F2rr0FvsCCVLjVCt0HrfWhjnz0I9pC1uEb9fqzB3cqSJ_zpr0geeGPXRaPrFcwRlI1LF8i9EPE3VUFWjgFNkeT2p-sS9ffhxrsKYEiTsJsoD1kCqqxyhXoUQ3XVLKU9bnm1tOUM/s200/IMG-20130222-00249.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In my case the saying would be, “We’ll always have gluten-free
food.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Last Friday was a perfect
example.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My husband and I took advantage
of the school vacation and surprisingly warm weather and took the kids into New
York City for a day of exploration on and around the neighborhoods of the High
Line Park.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We hopped off the High Line
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I took us back to the High Line and then hopped off again
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celiacs to Risoteria and non-celiacs to John’s Pizza.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Seating five during a crowded lunch hour is
tough in small restaurants so it was just as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My son and I were able to chat and people
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I have a feeling it won’t be the last time he goes for a
gluten-free lunch with his mom…I purchased a bunch of gluten-free desserts and
ciabatta bread for later.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I know he
appreciates it when I bake things or go out of my way to be sure he has the
gluten-free version of whatever the other kids have to eat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our common thread will continue as long as gluten-free
food is the ticket to good health with celiac disease.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even if there is a cure someday, I hope he
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make.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wash strawberries early and lay
them out to dry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Put the strawberries on
cake pop sticks right by the stem.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Melt
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so much fun to pass around the table!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Everyone
insisted they looked like roses; my friends are very sweet liars.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My youngest son was invited to come along to
hang out with the hostess’ children and they wandered by the table during
dessert.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He spotted the last strawberry in
the basket, came over and plucked it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
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Gluten-Free Livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10527990863691525542noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-77485984213753160922013-02-06T13:29:00.001-05:002013-02-06T13:29:54.135-05:00On the Cover: Avocado-Stuffed EggsThe March/April issue of <em>Gluten-Free Living</em> hits newsstands Feb. 26, and we think she's a beauty. Our cover features avocado-stuffed eggs, a recipe that's perfect for spring. You won't believe how quick and easy it is to whip these up. <a href="http://glutenfreeliving.com/recipes.php#Avocado-Stuffed%20Eggs" target="_blank">Try the recipe out for yourself for a feast for the belly as well as the eye!</a><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;">As we trudge through the last frigid months of winter, a bowl of warm cereal can be the best way to start the day before facing the slap of cold air waiting outside the door. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>The introduction of gluten-free oats and the increase in variety and availability of gluten-free oatmeal makes it much easier to get a warm healthy breakfast. <span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Though mainstream oats do not contain gluten, they have a high risk of cross-contamination during harvesting, storage, milling and processing and are not considered gluten free. But companies in Europe and North America are avoiding that pitfall by using oats grown on special fields and processed in gluten-free facilities. Many are also certified to be gluten free by independent third-party testing companies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"> One of the newest gluten-free hot cereals comes from Glutenfreeda Foods, which just launched a new line of instant oatmeal cups. The single serving comes in a disposable paper cup and is available in four flavors. You just have to add hot water. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>“We decided to develop it because we had a lot of success with our current instant oatmeal line,” says <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Jessica Hale, chief marketing officer at Glutenfreeda. The company’s first instant product came in a box with six individual serving packets. “With many of our customers, there is a convenience factor of grabbing it and taking it to work and school,” Hales explains. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> GF Harvest, formerly called </span>Gluten Free Oats, is one of the oldest gluten-free hot cereal companies, established in 1990. It sells bags of gluten-free oats and groats that simmer in the traditional way. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Bob’s Red Mill, which produces a wide variety of gluten-free products from flours to flaxseed to biscuit mix, sells Mighty Tasty GF Hot Cereal, made with brown rice, corn, buckwheat and sorghum, as well as quick-cooking oats, steel-cut oats and thick rolled oats. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Avena Foods stocks a variety of gluten-free hot cereals under the Only Oats line, including whole-grain rolled oats and whole grain steel-cut oats. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>For those who are looking for something a little different from traditional oatmeal, buckwheat cereal is also an option. Buckwheat is naturally gluten-free and tastes a bit nuttier than oats. It is high in fiber, niacin, magnesium and copper. Hodgson Mill makes buckwheat hot cereal with milled flaxseed that has only 1 gram of fat. And The Birkett Mills sells Wolff's Cream of Buckwheat and Pocono Cream of Buckwheat, an organic cereal with 140 calories per serving. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"><em>Gluten-Free Living </em>features a complete story on gluten-free cold cereal in the March/April issue, due on newsstands Feb 26. You can also subscribe at <a href="http://glutenfreeliving.com./">glutenfreeliving.com.</a></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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In the March/April issue of the magazine, due out on newsstands Feb. 26, Beyond GF features the gluten-free/corn-free diet. You can subscribe at <a href="http://glutenfreeliving.com/">glutenfreeliving.com</a><br />
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In addition to the recipes and other helpful information we published, we have two more here: Honey Millet Rolls and Quinoa Millet Tortillas* They're so good you don't have to be corn free to enjoy them. </div>
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Following the recipes you'll find a list of products to make food shopping on this challenging diet a little easier.</div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">These tortillas are soft and flexible and have a delightfully nutty flavor. They can be made ahead and reheat well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">2 teaspoons pure honey or agave syrup<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">In the bowl of your electric mixer, use the paddle attachment to combine the dry ingredients on low speed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Add the wet ingredients and continue to mix until a dough forms around the paddle. Mix the dough on medium speed for an additional minute. The dough will be slightly sticky and springy. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 30-45 minutes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">After chilling, divide the dough into 6 equal portions and form each into a round ball. Keep the dough balls lightly covered with plastic wrap as you work to prevent them from drying out. On a lightly floured counter, press down one ball at a time with your finger tips, until you have a flattened disk of dough. Using a floured rolling pin, roll out the tortilla to 1/8-inch thickness. Preheat a greased skillet to medium-high. Cook tortillas one at a time for approximately 1-2 minutes on each side, flipping carefully with a thin spatula.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The cooked tortillas will have golden brown spots on both sides and may bubble a bit as they cook. Flip the finished tortillas onto a plate, stacking them on top of each other as you go. Cover lightly with a light cloth or inverted plate. Serve warm. Store in an airtight bag in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Reheat tortillas on a hot skillet or briefly in the microwave to regain their flexibility. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong>Gluten-Free, Corn-Free Honey Millet Rolls</strong></div>
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These rolls are soft, rich and have just a touch of sweetness. The combination of millet, flax and honey keeps guests reaching for more.<span style="font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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1 1/4 cups brown rice flour</div>
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1/2 cup potato starch</div>
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1/4 cup tapioca starch</div>
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1/4 cup millet flour</div>
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1/4 cup ground golden flax </div>
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2 1/4 teaspoons or 1 packet active dry yeast (see sidebar)</div>
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1 teaspoon sea salt </div>
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1 teaspoon guar gum*</div>
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1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar</div>
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1/4 cup honey</div>
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Andean Dream Cookies: Assorted Flavors<br />
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Beanitos Bean Chips<br />
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Sesamark Rice Thins: Brown Rice or Sesame Flavored only <br />
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Two Moms in the Raw granola<br />
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Andean Dream Quinoa Pastas<br />
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Coconut Aminos by Coconut Secret (soy sauce substitute)<br />
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Pacific Naturals Condensed soups, soup starters, broths<br />
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Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips and Chunks<br />
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Frontier Vanilla Flavoring (not extract)<br />
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Hain Featherweight Baking Powder<br />
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Lyle’s Brand Golden Syrup (good sub for corn syrup)<br />
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Original Red Star Active Dry Yeast (packets only)<br />
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Spectrum Non-Hydrogenated Shortening<br />
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Wholesome Sweeteners Powdered Sugar (The company recently switched from cornstarch to tapioca starch but some older packages might still be on shelves. Check the ingredients list which will note cornstarch or tapioca.) </div>
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Ancient Harvest Quinoa Flour and Quinoa Flakes</div>
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Arrowhead Mills Millet Flour</div>
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Authentic Foods Rice Flours, Sorghum Flour, & Tapioca, Arrowroot and Potato Starches</div>
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Authentic Foods Classical Blend (all-purpose)</div>
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Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00714988238130141754noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-83240207410020125452013-02-06T12:57:00.003-05:002013-02-06T14:41:42.160-05:00Houston Chef dishes on Mexican food & the gluten-free diet <br />
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The March/April issue of <i>Gluten-Free Living </i>spotlights Hugo Ortega, the Executive Chef of Hugo's restaurant in Houston, and recent author of <i>Hugo Ortega's Street Food of Mexico.</i> Ortega talked with <i>Gluten-Free Living </i>about authentic Mexican street food and why it’s a natural dining choice for those who follow the gluten-free diet. Here's what he had to say:<br />
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Q: How has Mexican food adapted for the American diner? <br />
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A. I think it has to do with the pioneers of our cuisine who have exposed our great cooking beyond our borders. It has enchanted many people from different parts of the world with its flavor, spiciness, the use of different peppers, herbs, cacao, huitlacoche (corn truffle) that are so unique to Mexico. The diversity of the food has piqued the interest of many American diners. <br />
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Q: Many authentic Mexican dishes are slow cooked, like a mole sauce or carnitas. What is the history behind the slow cooking method? <br />
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A. This method is pre-Hispanic. For moles, it develops the flavor of the 29 ingredients required, with balance achieved when the last ingredient, chocolate, is added. For meats, such as for barbacoa, we use this method because we use the whole carcass. The slow cooking method helps to make it tender. You develop more flavor like this; the herbs and spices that we use to wrap the piece of meats develop more thanks to the long cooking time. <br />
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Q: Corn, which is gluten free, is such an important ingredient, from masa flour to maize to corn tortillas. Was it a more prevalent crop in Mexico than wheat? <br />
A. Yes, corn is the backbone of Mexican cooking. Maybe even say it is the only ingredient that can be considered necessary to our cuisine. <br />
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Q: Can gluten-free diners assume most Mexican food is gluten free? Is use of wheat, barley or rye the exception rather than the rule? Still, what should gluten-free diners be on the lookout for as having the potential to contain gluten? <br />
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A. Yes, it is gluten-free with the exception of Mexican food from the northern region, which uses flour tortillas. I recommend finding out which region of Mexico the food is from. <br />
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Q: You have a new cookbook. Is it largely gluten free? <br />
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A. Yes, except for the churros recipe and some of the desserts. <br />
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Q: What piqued your interest in gluten-free food? <br />
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A. Mexican food is gluten-free. I didn’t know until we researched it that it is a food well tolerated by many people. I have always cooked with many spices, nuts and herbs; flour, in my opinion, is an ingredient for breads and pastries. I have always been on the savory part of the cuisine. <br />
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The March/April issue of <i>Gluten-Free Living </i>features Ortega's menu for a casual Mexican dinner party for six. It has everything from start to finish with recipes including carnitas, re-fried beans, Mexican rice, salsa, roasted corn, and cream cheese custard. The magazine will be on newsstands Feb. 26. You can subscribe at <a href="http://glutenfreeliving.com/">glutenfreeliving.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-75184440192128558812013-02-01T14:12:00.000-05:002013-02-01T14:12:53.848-05:00Gluten-free version of Pop Tarts<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There are some products that gluten-free consumers have been longing for a quite awhile.<br />
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Sometimes it doesn't really make sense that these particular items end up on the what-I-want-most list.<br />
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Often they're not gourmet foods, but basic things fondly recalled from gluten-eating days or foods that gluten-free kids want because other kids have them.<br />
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Pretzels were on the list for a long time until several companies came up with palatable packaged gluten-free products. Even if you don't eat them very often, it's nice to know you can if you want to.<br />
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I put Pop Tarts in this category. Surely they're not the tastiest of pastries, nor the healthiest of snacks or breakfast choices. But somehow none of the gluten-free breakfast bars could quite take the place of an occasional warm and toasty Pop Tart.<br />
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Now comes word via our friend Michael Savett at Gluten Free Philly that Glutino is launching a gluten-free toaster pastry. At first they will be sold at Whole Foods and will eventually be carried in other stores, the company says. They are not yet listed on the Glutino website, but are being advertised on the facebook page.<br />
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Consumer reaction was pretty quick, with some writing "Yes, finally," and "Thank you, Jesus." <br />
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"Living gluten free is not always easy, but this helps," another said.<br />
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Some did question what happened to the icing found on some varieties of regular Pop Tarts. The toaster pastries come in two flavors, Apple Cinnamon and Strawberry. They are also dairy and casein free according to Glutino's facebook page. <br />
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Echo Planet was the first company to make a gluten-free toaster pastry, but they were never easy to find. Then the company said demand was so high that online ordering was suspended until inventory could be built up. The Echo Planet website says that was supposed to happen today, but so far you still can't order the toaster pastries.<br />
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With Glutino's introduction of toaster pastries, it looks like another food can be crossed off that list of things we want but are not so sure we'll ever see.<br />
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Amy Ratner<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I brought a gluten-free Apple Cake from <a href="http://bythewaybakery.com/">By the Way Bakery</a>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The hostess pointed out to my son the gluten-free
offerings in front of everyone and so people started backing off the
gluten-free desserts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I don’t know if
they felt that they shouldn’t eat them because the four of us couldn’t eat the
chocolate cake or the chocolate chip cookies.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Maybe they felt the gluten-free offerings would not taste as good as the
regular desserts? Who can say what the reasons were, but the reaction to leave the gluten-free desserts on the table was unanimous from the gluten eaters!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">One woman had been in mid-slice of the apple cake and
then pulled back when she heard it was gluten-free so I insisted she try
it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The cake was outstanding and no one
would have ever known that it was anything other than moist, spicy and really
fluffy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She did try a slice and insisted
everyone else try some as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I did the same thing with the gluten-free ginger snaps
and snickerdoodles…they were just delicious cookies and I made sure everyone got
a taste.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From now on I am not going to announce loudly which items
are gluten-free, I will quietly tell the person who needs to know and then let
everyone partake in the sweet or savory item.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>One way to dispel the myth that everything tastes like cardboard is to
share the really delicious food out there that just happens to be gluten free!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Kendall Egan</span></div>
Gluten-Free Livinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10527990863691525542noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2829862494351267782.post-69581220597894157812013-01-24T09:27:00.001-05:002013-01-24T09:27:19.184-05:00In Celebration of National Peanut Butter Day
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">A</span>lmost seventeen years ago after receiving a diagnosis of
celiac disease, I experienced profound relief that I was not, in fact, dying.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I got one piece of good advice from the nurse
who ironically served me a bagel with cream cheese in the recovery room after
my first endoscopy…”Don’t eat this bagel, JIF is a safe food.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I left the bagel untouched on my hospital
tray.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">I started my gluten-free journey with a jar of JIF Creamy
Peanut Butter and a spoon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When I read
stories about Plumpy’Nut, which is a vitamin fortified peanut butter in a
squeeze tube for malnourished and starving children in developing countries, I
think to myself, of course that will save them from starvation because peanut
butter saved me from starvation as well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin79rrsPnh5WIuvwnHKP2KNVO_c6xudKBKhMQeO9K2lJHTgePvVMcydTzVH06cZIp6tfIszFXn9l3JtbCagfiCLqudfJqzZRI1NVR8oO5s4T0kL2ogJ7r1KAzf4bnLtQQg1S_KQa2IdiE/s1600/jif.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin79rrsPnh5WIuvwnHKP2KNVO_c6xudKBKhMQeO9K2lJHTgePvVMcydTzVH06cZIp6tfIszFXn9l3JtbCagfiCLqudfJqzZRI1NVR8oO5s4T0kL2ogJ7r1KAzf4bnLtQQg1S_KQa2IdiE/s320/jif.png" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">I was an emaciated 103 pounds at 5’7” of height, with
every bone jutting out and my knees and elbows looking grotesquely large on my
stick figure arms and legs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My abdomen
was distended, patches of hair were falling out, my cheeks were sunken and I
had horrible dark circles under my eyes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">I had a six month old daughter and a three year old
daughter and each night I lay awake at night with worry that I would not see
them grow up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">I left the hospital with a diagnosis and a cure, eat a
gluten-free diet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also got the
sorrowful warning from my gastroenterologist that my life was going to be
really hard from now on because it was so difficult not to eat wheat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Um, really?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Did he not notice my current state of health or how I looked right then?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Nope, the diet was not hard and it was a huge relief
knowing that it was just a diet that could return me to health.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I just opened up a new jar of JIF Creamy
peanut butter and dug right in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Sometimes I put it on a banana or an apple, but I had scribbled my name across
the lid with a Sharpie, so I mostly dug right in with a spoon for a “peanut
butter pop.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">I added rice to my diet, a little plain chicken and a
multi vitamin and slowly but surely came back to full health.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Today, there is glorious selection of
gluten-free food, awareness, GF menus in restaurants and a sense of normalcy
surrounding a gluten-free diet.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">So in celebration of National Peanut Butter Day, I say
“thanks” to a comfort food that sustained me through my worst days of celiac
disease.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I still love to eat a JIF Creamy
peanut butter “pop” every now and then!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Kendall Egan<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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