By Cheryl McEvoy, NFCA Director of Communications & New Media
This time last year, I didn’t know what Pinterest was. Now, I’m on it every day, and let me tell you – it’s fertile ground for gluten-free food. Simply search “gluten-free” and you’ll find pin after pin providing links to recipes, cookbooks, products and resources.
Potatoes aren’t just for baking or mashing; they work well in a salad, too. This gluten-free recipe combines fresh and sweet flavors with the hearty bite of red potatoes. It’s served warm – perfect for a cool fall day!
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When you first decide (or are advised) to eliminate gluten from your diet, it may seem like a daunting task. But here at Vitacost.com, we’re here to help. In our gluten-free specialty store, you’ll find more than 800 different products, from pancake mix and pasta to crackers and cereal.
Plus, our partnership with the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness means expert advice, recipes and tips for gluten-free living are right at your fingertips!
By Rachel Begun, MS, RD
Backpacks. Check. Pens, pencils and notebooks. Check. New jeans and sneakers. Check. Ideas for what to make for lunch. Help!
It’s hard enough coming up with fun and exciting school lunch ideas when they can be supplemented with the options offered at school. It’s that much more difficult for kids with celiac disease (and their parents), as they often have to rely solely on the brown bag.
To get you and your kids through the school year, here are ideas for delicious and nutritious gluten free lunches.
By Cheryl McEvoy, Director of Communications & New Media, NFCA
As the nation tracked Hurricane Isaac this week, it was a good reminder to make sure your emergency plans are in place. You can never be too prepared for a natural disaster, and that’s even more apparent when you have special dietary needs.
Freshen up your salad routine with this bright and summery dish from Chef Oonagh Williams of Royal Temptations Catering. Mangos are in season now, so pick up a few at your grocery store and try this tasty gluten-free recipe.
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By Rachel Begun, MS, RD
Are you gluten-free and heading off to college? Do you think you are exempt from gaining the proverbial “Freshman 15”? Think again.
There is misinformation and hype floating around suggesting the gluten-free diet is a weight-loss diet. As a seasoned and experienced registered dietitian and expert in the gluten-free arena, I’m here to tell you that it just isn’t so. Read more →
