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What would you do? Celiac advice wanted.

January 20, 2009

Last week we were invited along with some friends for dinner at the home of a mutual acquaintance. The friend who invited us cooks for Drew and me fairly regularly, and is well acquainted with gluten-free cooking. He talked to the person who was hosting the dinner about my diet, and Drew and I called [...]

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Quick Gluten-Free Snacks

January 12, 2009
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I have been working like a dog trying to finish writing my dissertation proposal. So, I apologize that my posts have been somewhat more sporadic than usual. However, because I’ve been so busy, I would like to take a few minutes share some suggestions for quick gluten-free snacks. Here are a few of my favorites:

Jolly Time [...]

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Benefiber: Not Gluten-Free Enough

December 31, 2008
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My gastroenterologist recommended I supplement my diet with additional fiber, and she specifically suggested that Benefiber would be great because it dissolves completely in water and has added benefits for women. She said that it was gluten free, so I picked some up at the store later that day. However, when I got it home, [...]

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Gluten-free stocking stuffers

December 22, 2008
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With Christmas fast approaching, I’m in the process of getting Crystal’s stocking ready with gluten-free goodies. Here’s a short list of ideas:

Snickers
Butterfingers
Gluten-free candy canes (thanks Gluten Free Mom)
Fruit (apples, oranges, etc.)
Nuts (pistachios, cashews, pecans, almonds)
Individual bags of microwave popcorn (Jolly Time is gluten free and great)
Small lotions (like Aveda hand and foot treatments)
Lip balms, lip [...]

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Built NY Lunch Bag: the Perfect Gluten-Free Gift

December 15, 2008
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I purchased a Built NY lunch bag before I was diagnosed with celiac in an attempt to save money by bringing a homemade lunch to work every day. However, my lunch bag became a lifesaver after my diagnosis. It is made of neoprene and keeps my lunch cold—even yogurt stays cool until lunchtime. I also [...]

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Gluten-Free Holiday Travel

December 14, 2008
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I take food with me wherever I go so that I’m never without a gluten-free snack. Usually, I keep a KIND bar or two in my bag because they keep forever and contain enough protein to provide the energy I need when I’m in a pinch. While traveling over the holidays, I have expanded my [...]

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Gluten-Free Tips for Getting Well

December 8, 2008

For the first time since being diagnosed with celiac disease, I have been really sick. Here are a few things that I’ve learned through this experience that I thought I’d share because they can be a pain to lookup when you’re under the weather.
If you need to hydrate, all flavors of Gatorade are gluten free. [...]

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Our gluten-free election party menu

October 30, 2008
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We are really excited about this year’s election. So excited in fact, that we are throwing an election party! Rather than have the party be a potluck and not know who is going to bring what glutenous food item, we decided that we would prepare all the snacks and everyone else can just bring their [...]

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Weekly Roundup: October 20-26

October 26, 2008

Love It
The Red Avocado in Iowa City, Iowa has delicious gluten-free dining options. My grandmother-in-law treated me to lunch this weekend, and the food was delicious. The Red Avocado specializes in fresh, organic, vegan, locally grown ingredients. My lunch was entirely gluten free, healthful and delicious. I had fresh-squeezed orange juice and a tofu scramble, [...]

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