Maca is an energizing superfood. Acai is one of the superfruits. They’re both naturally gluten free. Add them to this smoothie for an instant energy boost as you gear up for Fourth of July food, fireworks, and fun.
Brain Power Smoothie
According to Beyond Celiac, nutrient deficiencies related to celiac disease, both pre- and post-diagnosis, may have an impact on cognitive function. Here are 3 ways to keep your mind sharp Regular exercise, especially cardiovascular activity, pumps more oxygen-rich blood with nutrients to the brain and fuels brain cells. Learn something new, and it will give…
Gluten Free Spoon Bread
My husband and my sons are American Civil War buffs. Hence, we have visited Gettysburg, Pennsylvania almost every year for the past 15 years! I’m willing to bet that we’ve read almost every one of the approximately 1,328 monuments, markers and memorials on the battlefield! We’ve even hiked through the woods to find ones that…
Gluten Free Grilled Corn Muffin
Here in the Northeast you can visit any diner and order a grilled corn muffin. They will cut the muffin in half, slather it with butter and grill it to perfection. But alas, the corn muffins from your local diner or bakery are not gluten free. I have recreated the diner grilled corn muffin at home….
7 Ways to a Carefree Gluten Free Vacation
Recently, our whole family took a much-needed vacation. We decided to go to Sanibel Island on Southwest Florida’s Gulf Coast because it’s one of our favorite beach escapes. We just wanted to relax, lay back with some good books, take walks along the shore with the sandpipers, watch the dolphins play and the pelicans…
Afternoon Boost Smoothie
John likes to experiment with our Vitamix. It reminds him of chemistry class. Here is his latest green smoothie creation. We call it Afternoon Boost. Wow! This is so good, I just have to share it with you.
8 Life Lessons From Gardening
Life lessons are plentiful in gardening. We cultivate the soil, plant, water, try to prepare for problems and learn from past successes and failures. Ultimately, we cannot control the outcome. After planting our seedlings, the learning process begins. Urban Homesteading This 2009 award winning video (below) revived our interest in having a vegetable garden. The…
Gluten Free Quick Garlic Bread
When I found out most of my family had non-celiac gluten sensitivity, over 10 years ago, there were not as many choices for gluten free bread as there are today. Often times your gluten free bread would fall apart, turn gummy in your mouth or you found yourself chewing on something akin to shoe leather….
Gluten Free Broccoli Soup
I’m happy to share with you a soup recipe that is a big hit in our home. Everyone can enjoy it because it’s gluten-free. If you’re dairy free, skip the cheese; it’s optional. And if you’re following a low-carb way of eating you can eliminate the carrots. I use my Vitamix; it’s a super high-powered…
Gluten Free Frittata With Ham (Keto And Low Carb)
This healthy naturally gluten free frittata with ham comes together fast and is a great way to use up ham leftovers. A frittata is an Italian style omelette that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, and even dinner. Rather than folding the egg over the filling, you’ll stir the eggs and ingredients together, and cook them slowly….
Vitamix Strawberry and Yogurt Smoothie
Many health issues accompany Celiac Disease. Your symptoms may vary from stomach aches and bloating to migraines and skin rashes to poor weight gain and delayed growth. So much damage is caused when Celiac is not diagnosed early on. Gaining weight is certainly a consideration once gluten is removed from the diet. Think high calorie…
Gluten Free Homestead Chicken
Your family is sure to love this wonderful chicken dish. It’s a huge favorite with my family and close friends. They can’t believe it’s gluten free! The combination of herbs and wine is mouthwatering delicious. The marinade is both blended and heated in the Vitamix. Incredibly, Vitamix is so much more than a blender. Make…
Gluten Free Shrimp and Risotto Italiano
Naturally gluten free shrimp and risotto Italiano is a creamy comforting meal. And It’s easier to make than you think. Tonight, my husband and I decided to create a new dish. Inspired by Jambalaya, we originated our very own Italian version. Cooking together turned the daily task of cooking for the family into a relaxing…
Vitamix for Gluten Free Smoothies (including Our Favorite Green Smoothie recipe)
Once we removed the gluten from our diets, we found that raw food packed with natural enzymes and nutrients helped the body to heal. Raw organic healthy foods are not cooked, processed, microwaved, irradiated, genetically engineered, or exposed to pesticides or herbicides. It has been so easy to quickly blend whole foods with the Vitamix;…
Discuss: What meal have you adapted for food allergies?
I was chatting with my daughter today about activities our family enjoys together. Our favorite foods are always a part of the memorable gatherings. We have many fond memories of watching old movies and eating our favorite sandwiches, playing board games while enjoying warm brownies, inviting family and friends to scrumptious holiday feasts, and (my daughter’s…