I often visit The Paleo Mom.com because she is very knowledgeable about gluten. I found the following information to be extremely interesting and will look more into it. Please take a moment and look through it.
http://www.thepaleomom.com/2012/10/gluten-cross-reactivity-how-your-body-can-still-think-youre-eating-gluten-even-after-giving-it-up.html
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Arthritis
Here is a great article on why wheat causes arthritis, by Dr. William Davis: http://www.medpedia.com/news_analysis/68-The-Heart-Scan-Blog/entries/54286-Why-does-wheat-cause-arthritis
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Dr. Oz - Wheat Belly
Please take a moment out of your time today to watch the Dr. Oz segment about 'Wheat Belly'. I will be DVR-ing it and watching when Peter comes home. It should be a great show!
http://www.wheatbellyblog.com/
http://www.wheatbellyblog.com/
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
My gluten-free find today
Today, as I was shopping at Target, I came across gluten-free macaroni and cheese. It is by the brand Annie's Homegrown. They have three varieties of gluten-free mac & cheese....I bought all three because I have a huge mac & cheese fan in the house!! My daughter, Stephanie would often eat mac & cheese as an after school snack. She hasn't been able to do that until now! I'm so glad I found it!
Here's what it looks like:
This is what the microwave mac & cheese looks like:
I also bought this one:
Here's what it looks like:
This is what the microwave mac & cheese looks like:
I also bought this one:
Gluten-free hot dogs! Yippee!
For those of you who love hot dogs, as my daughter, mom and I do....there may be hope for us!!! LOL Click the link below to find out which brands of hot dogs are gluten-free. Now to find the Udi's hot dog buns!
http://celiacdisease.about.com/od/GlutenFreeMeats/a/Gluten-Free-Hot-Dogs.htm
Okay, we definitely need a Whole Foods Market near us!!! They have the Udi's hot dog buns....check it out:
http://glutenfreemom.typepad.com/gluten_free_mom/2011/05/finally-a-good-gluten-free-hot-dog-bun.html
http://celiacdisease.about.com/od/GlutenFreeMeats/a/Gluten-Free-Hot-Dogs.htm
Okay, we definitely need a Whole Foods Market near us!!! They have the Udi's hot dog buns....check it out:
http://glutenfreemom.typepad.com/gluten_free_mom/2011/05/finally-a-good-gluten-free-hot-dog-bun.html
Elisabeth Hasselbeck's Hidden Food Allergy, Pt 1
Elisabeth Hasselbeck (known from The View) was on a recent Dr. Oz show. She discussed Celiac disease and talks about her life living as a celiac. To view click on the link below. There are two parts to it, so you will have to click on Part 2 from the Dr. Oz website once you are done.
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/elisabeth-hasselbecks-hidden-food-allergy-pt-1
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/elisabeth-hasselbecks-hidden-food-allergy-pt-1
Is gluten secretly destroying your health?
Click the link below to see the video from a recent Dr. Oz show regarding gluten. It's very informative!
http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/gluten-secretly-destroying-your-health
http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/gluten-secretly-destroying-your-health
Gluten-free wheat? What?
Can scientists come up with a gluten-free wheat? Click the link below to find out more:
http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/la-heb-genetics-gluten-free-wheat-20121123,0,6539780.story
http://www.latimes.com/health/boostershots/la-heb-genetics-gluten-free-wheat-20121123,0,6539780.story
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Gluten Sensitivity Self-Test
Take the Gluten Sensitivity Self-Test
Check off the symptoms that apply to you:
If you checked 1 to 3 boxes gluten sensitivity may be playing a role in your health problems.
If you checked 4 to 7 boxes there is a definite possibility that you are suffering from gluten sensitivity
If you checked 8 or more boxes the likelihood is strong that gluten sensitivity is having a negative effect upon your health.
Monday, November 12, 2012
How to go Gluten-free
Karina Allrich, owner of the blog called Gluten Free Goddess, gives a wonderful explanation of 'How to go Gluten free'. Take a look:
http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/p/how-to-go-g-free.html
http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/p/how-to-go-g-free.html
Zoe Harcombe
Zoe Harcombe has some amazing facts about wheat, along with scientific research to back her beliefs. She is from the UK and is very interested in the subject of obesity. Please take a look at her page and review the information that she is sharing with us.
http://www.zoeharcombe.com/
http://www.zoeharcombe.com/
History of wheat
Go to this blog to read what this blogger says about wheat. She includes a brief history and how wheat is making us sick.
http://surefoodsliving.com/2010/09/a-brief-history-of-wheat-and-why-it-is-making-us-sick/
http://surefoodsliving.com/2010/09/a-brief-history-of-wheat-and-why-it-is-making-us-sick/
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Wheat Belly book
One of the first sources of information that I saw online was called "Wheat Belly", written by author William Davis. It is his blog that includes success stories and a lot of information for people who are new to going gluten-free. He wrote a book, which I bought and am almost done reading. I was shocked by some of the things I read. This is his online blog: http://www.wheatbellyblog.com/
On his blog, you will find information about his book, and where it can be purchased. I happened to order mine from Amazon.
The book gives scientific and medical data about wheat, as well as recipes and the lifestyle changes that are necessary to follow a gluten-free diet. Dr. Davis says that eliminating wheat can also alleviate and prevent health problems including diabetes, arthritis, skin conditions, high blood pressure, heart disease, IBS and many other ailments and illnesses. By going gluten-free, you will also lose weight and get rid of the tummy bulge that he calls 'Wheat Belly'. He also explains that wheat contains a unique protein called gliadin, which converts into a morphine-like compound, which can make wheat cravings feel addictive. The wheat we eat now has been genetically engineered to produce a bigger seed head and resist mold, but according to Davis, it also contains more gliadin, leading to bigger cravings and a bigger waistline.
Dr. Davis says that excess fat is not related to inactivity or high-fat diets, but instead is due to our love of foods like bread, pasta, muffins and cakes.
Dr. Davis recommends avoiding foods containing wheat, altogether. His diet plan includes eggs, nuts, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other meats, and limiting fresh fruits to twice a week. Eating around 400 calories less a week will contribute to weight loss and a healthier you!
While following a wheat-free diet, you will start to lose cravings for the foods you thought you couldn't live without, such as pizza, pasta, cookies, cakes, etc. I do not have cravings for the foods I used to snack on all the time. I ALWAYS wanted pizza! I was a pizza fanatic....not anymore! Now, I eat healthy and feel much better. I choose healthy snacks such as nuts now. I also eat less and feel satisfied. Before, when eating wheat products, I was always hungry, especially after pancakes or oatmeal. The reason for this is because wheat increases your appetite, so you consume more calories.
On his blog, you will find information about his book, and where it can be purchased. I happened to order mine from Amazon.
The book gives scientific and medical data about wheat, as well as recipes and the lifestyle changes that are necessary to follow a gluten-free diet. Dr. Davis says that eliminating wheat can also alleviate and prevent health problems including diabetes, arthritis, skin conditions, high blood pressure, heart disease, IBS and many other ailments and illnesses. By going gluten-free, you will also lose weight and get rid of the tummy bulge that he calls 'Wheat Belly'. He also explains that wheat contains a unique protein called gliadin, which converts into a morphine-like compound, which can make wheat cravings feel addictive. The wheat we eat now has been genetically engineered to produce a bigger seed head and resist mold, but according to Davis, it also contains more gliadin, leading to bigger cravings and a bigger waistline.
Dr. Davis says that excess fat is not related to inactivity or high-fat diets, but instead is due to our love of foods like bread, pasta, muffins and cakes.
Dr. Davis recommends avoiding foods containing wheat, altogether. His diet plan includes eggs, nuts, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other meats, and limiting fresh fruits to twice a week. Eating around 400 calories less a week will contribute to weight loss and a healthier you!
While following a wheat-free diet, you will start to lose cravings for the foods you thought you couldn't live without, such as pizza, pasta, cookies, cakes, etc. I do not have cravings for the foods I used to snack on all the time. I ALWAYS wanted pizza! I was a pizza fanatic....not anymore! Now, I eat healthy and feel much better. I choose healthy snacks such as nuts now. I also eat less and feel satisfied. Before, when eating wheat products, I was always hungry, especially after pancakes or oatmeal. The reason for this is because wheat increases your appetite, so you consume more calories.
My decision to go gluten-free
I would first like to say that any and all information that I share
on my blog is based on my opinion and research I've done on the subject
posted. I am not a health care professional or nutritionist. I'm just a
stay-at-home mom that is interested in my and my family's health.
So, where to begin? We were becoming increasingly frustrated with the health issues my family was dealing with. On September 22, my husband, daughter and I began our new gluten-free lifestyle! I call it a lifestyle and not a diet, because it is just that! I knew it would be tough, but not impossible. I read the initial batch of information, my husband Peter found, and was sold after seeing numerous sources stating that wheat causes whole body inflammation, and a myriad of other illnesses and diseases.
So, where to begin? We were becoming increasingly frustrated with the health issues my family was dealing with. On September 22, my husband, daughter and I began our new gluten-free lifestyle! I call it a lifestyle and not a diet, because it is just that! I knew it would be tough, but not impossible. I read the initial batch of information, my husband Peter found, and was sold after seeing numerous sources stating that wheat causes whole body inflammation, and a myriad of other illnesses and diseases.
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