John Franke divulges why he loves to bake with sorghum flour If you’ve switched to a gluten-free diet, do you miss baking with all-purpose flour? You might want to try naturally gluten-free sorghum all-purpose flour. “It’s the closest to all-purpose flour that I’ve found,” confirms restaurant consultant John Franke. “I use it for everything from bread and biscuits … [Read more...]
Unorthodox ways of staying healthy
You’ve always heard that drinking more water and staying hydrated will keep you healthy but did you know that taking a glass of wine such as Latour wine 2001 also has health benefits? Here are the top 5 health tips you never hear people talking about: 1.Don’t brush your teeth You’re not supposed to brush your teeth right after eating. You might think that you need to keep … [Read more...]
Refresh Your Child’s Diet with Low-Sugar Options
(Family Features) Many families look to the new year as a time to reset their eating habits and focus on making healthier choices. However, adults aren’t the only ones who could use a menu refresh as children may also need to focus on healthier food choices. A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed children consume an unhealthy amount of added sugar … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Finding Safe Gluten-Free Holiday Candy
Strolling down the candy aisle around Christmas time can be overwhelming even if you don’t have to avoid gluten, but when you do, it can be a serious (and daunting) challenge. What to Look for on the Label If you’re gluten-free, you already know wheat is on the “must avoid” list. Almost all traditional products containing flour as an ingredient contain wheat. While wheat is … [Read more...]
TIPS FOR DEALING WITH HOLIDAY GATHERINGS
As if the holiday season isn’t stressful enough for some people, it can be even harder for those of us with celiac disease. It is hard to enjoy a big Thanksgiving dinner or any kind of holiday gathering when you don’t know if you’ll be able to eat anything that’s going to be served. And you don’t want to draw attention as the high-maintenance guest or fussy diner who isn’t … [Read more...]