[ Don't let the Gluten get ya! ] When it's imperative to follow a strict gluten free diet, life can get rather dicey the it comes to food consumption. Daily living with constantly navigating the gluten free maze can leave anyone often drained and confused. Gluten is a tricky tricky little guy who loves to hid in so many of the foods we eat, especially the foods we'd never suspect! Gluten can be found in foods from seasonings and meats to packaged and processed foods. Let's

On a bottle of sauce: "Recipe: nut free. Ingredients cannot guarantee nut free. Factory Nuts used elsewhere in factory." Ore in other words: "Nut allergy sufferers" DO YOU FEEL LUCKY?" :{] ~SICKIPEDIA One of the most prevalent issues I have when adapting any dietary change is my multiple Food Allergies! It can be maddening to say the least. I need to balance the right foods and getting the nutrients I need for my health management with the limited choices that I someti

So much information's in the media about Celiac, gluten this and that, and Gluten Sensitivity that many people are left confused or don't bother to go to the doctor to have their issues with wheat/gluten checked out because of beliefs that they're the same issue. There's a difference between the two, Celiac Disease is an inherited autoimmune disorder which effects the digestion process of the Small Intestine. Damage occurs when the invader gluten/wheat ( and all products cont

[ I Got 99 Problems and Gluten is One! The girls try to soothe Prudence who suffers from Gluten Intolerance. Not being diligent can lead to disaster!] Gluten Free, yeah, those two words sting and bring many thoughts to mind, like eww, what for?, trendy, expensive, flavor lacking, and more! :() Living mostly gluten free is a tall task and one that I often fail. I haven't read much about screw ups, and rebellion while partaking in this lifestyle but you will find it here on

“I’ve just found out I’m allergic to nut-cases” ~Benny Bellamacina THE BIG 8: Refers to the top eight major allergenic foods. These consist of Milk, Eggs, Crustacean Fish, Fish, Tree Nuts, Wheat, and Soybean. Unfortunately, many of these foods can be hidden in processed or even natural foods which is why it’s imperative to learn to read food labels and learn the alternate names of these allergens. Milk: Reactions may stem from gastrointestinal upset (bloating, diarrhea), sk