To a baker, “gluten” is the substance in flour that, when combined with a liquid, is responsible for creating the sticky, elastic texture of raw dough. But what exactly is gluten? In simple terms, gluten is the general name for specific protein... Read More

All types of wheat including spelt, kamut, einkorn, emmer, farro and durum, as well as barley, rye and triticale contain gluten. In addition to baked products, cereals and pastas made from these grains, here are some examples of gluten-containing items that must... Read More

Historically, oats were restricted from the gluten-free diet because it was thought that their avenin prolamin caused intestinal damage similar to that caused by the proteins in wheat, rye and barley. However, the main reason for reactions to oats is that they... Read More

A wide variety of naturally gluten-free foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes (dried beans, lentils, peas, soybeans), eggs, plain meat, poultry, fish, seafood, yogurt and cheese can be included in a gluten-free diet. In addition, there are many gluten-free flours,... Read More

Due to the complexities of the gluten-free diet, consultation with an expert registered dietitian (RD) is highly recommended. After completing a thorough nutritional assessment, s/he will address any nutritional concerns and will work with the individual to learn how to successfully adapt... Read More

Whether you’ve just started or have been on a gluten-free diet for a while, you know it’s essential to read labels every time you shop. But understanding which foods/ingredients are off-limits and those that are safe can be challenging, especially if you... Read More

It seems like everyone these days has heard of gluten, along with The Top 5 Reasons Gluten Will Make You Dumber, The #1 Reason Why Your Dog Should Go Gluten Free, and Give Up Gluten - Live to 150. I’m joking of... Read More

Readers, “fortify” yourselves. I’m about to tell you something about your health you may not know…and it requires your action! If you read last week’s post on calcium, bone health & the gluten-free diet, you’ll recall that people with celiac disease need... Read More

Step on a scale. Go ahead, I won’t peek. Would you be surprised if I now told you that 1-2 percent of your body weight is from calcium? Calcium is the most abundant mineral in your body. It is found in the... Read More

In honor of Nutrition Month, I’d like to discuss the 23 feet of narrow tubing you carry with you everywhere you go. No, not your earbuds and computer cables. Your small intestine! Segmented into three regions (duodenum, jejunum and ileum), your small... Read More