From trending topics like clean eating to an enhanced awareness of ingredient benefits (and detriments), it's safe to say that free-from foods have enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years. More people are actively seeking out pesticide-free produce choosing those products with a certified organic or Non-GMO Project verified label and some of those same folks are … [Read more...]
Gluten Lurking in the Kitchen
Food has become problematic these days: beers, soup bases, cereals, chocolates, pastas, rice, dressings, deli meats, seasonings, licorice, flavored teas, and flavored coffee drinks can easily carry gluten. Even your gum might contain some form of gluten. And tea bags sometimes use this protein to keep the bag closed. Tea makers also sometimes add barley in the herbal … [Read more...]
8 Tricks to Ensure Gluten Safety While Eating Out
Because “gluten” is now a buzzword, many restaurants are jumping in and making meals gluten-free, or are working to make their entire establishment gluten-free. Still it’s best to do your research before eating out. There are organizations out there to help in this area. Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG, found at gluten.net) is a nonprofit organization that helps those with … [Read more...]
Host a Healthier Easter Brunch with the Help of a Secret Ingredient: Cauliflower
Easter is a great time to host a holiday brunch for friends and family. But typical breakfast-style foods can be carbohydrate-heavy and packed with ingredients that cause health problems for many people. To satisfy your guests and help them avoid an unpleasant carb crash later in the day, Amy Lacey recommends serving dishes featuring a secret ingredient that promotes better … [Read more...]
The Gluten Free Ancient Grain
Whether you are going gluten-free or just looking to add a new and nutritious spin to your meals, millet is a great way to go. An ancient grain with a warm, slightly nutty flavor, millet is versatile and has health properties not to be missed. Millet is thought to have been cultivated and eaten in Ethiopia since prehistoric times. There are records of it being used in China … [Read more...]