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Sep 30, 2017 • 2 comments • #General #Gluten-Free Culture #Gluten-Free Food

Papa Johns Unveils Gluten-Free Crust That Isn't Even Gluten-Free

Yes, you read that right.

Papa Johns recently began serving their new Ancient Grains 9.99 Gluten-Free Pizza. The new crust has quite a list of ingredients -- including sorghum, teff, amaranth, and quinoa. It is even manufactured in a gluten-free facility. But there's one catch.

Jun 29, 2017 • 2 comments • #Gluten-Free Culture #Gluten-Free Health

The 4 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Going Gluten-Free

To say that there are hurdles involved when learning to navigate a gluten-free lifestyle is quite the understatement.

Learning to manage this new lifestyle and all of the changes it brings can result in a lot of mistakes, but sometimes mistakes can be good. Mistakes allow us to learn from experiences and to improve.

Apr 30, 2017 • 3 comments • #General #Gluten-Free Culture #Gluten-Free Science

A Brief History of the Gluten-Free Diet: Where Do We Stand?

Millions and millions of people around the world have completely eliminated gluten from their diets. As awareness of celiac disease and gluten-sensitivity grows and diagnostic capabilities improve, these numbers show no sign of shrinking.

Mar 30, 2016 • 2 comments • #Gluten-Free Culture

The Celiac Project: A Documentary About Celiac Disease

The Celiac Project is a documentary about life with celiac disease, aimed to raise awareness and spread knowledge about this all too commonly misunderstood condition.

We really loved this film, so check out the trailer and learn how you can set up a screening filled with gluten-free snacks! [...]

Sep 10, 2015 • #Gluten-Free Culture

Should My Dog Be on a Gluten-Free Diet?

You may have noticed that the gluten-free food movement has trickled down to pet food. High-end, artisanal brands and household name brands alike are offering up gluten-free versions of dog chow. Grain-free pet food sales have soared to cover 10% of the pet food industry’s market. But is this trend actually healthier for our dogs? Can dogs be allergic to gluten? And what about us, if we can’t eat gluten, can we be affected by what our dogs eat? Before making any drastic changes to your pet’s diet (and to your bank account), some research is required. Here we’ll provide you with some of the important facts and answer your questions about gluten-free diets for […]

Oct 08, 2014 • #Gluten-Free Culture #Gluten-Free Food

Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets? Yes, Please.

As awareness of celiac disease and gluten-free diets grow, so does our list of options when eating out. It never ceases to excite, and hopefully never will! While most fast food joints and mall food courts still leave us with slim pickings that usually revolve around cold iceberg lettuce, Chick-fil-A has come forward to fill the void when it comes to gluten-free dining on the go. Chick-fil-A has offered a handful of gluten-free menu items for a while now, and they just recently launched gluten-free chicken nuggets. Just for you, we’ve checked out the scoop and have all of the info on these heavenly little morsels… Chick-fil-A’s new nuggets are bite-sized, marinated pieces of boneless […]

Sep 14, 2012 • 4 comments • #Gluten-Free Culture #Gluten-Free Health

Gluten-Free Mexican Food: What’s Safe and What Isn’t

There’s nothing like the redolent mixture of ingredients like cumin, chili peppers, garlic, tomatoes and cilantro. These are just a few of the flavors that make Mexican food so appealing to the senses. Mexican food also appeals to American eaters because it is widely available as a fast food alternative and tends to be quite affordable. Although some Mexican dishes can be loaded with high-fat cheese, sour cream, lard and other ingredients best consumed in moderation, there are also many healthy options, such as beans, heart-healthy avocado, grilled chicken, and delicious vegetable dishes. For the gluten-free eater, however, Mexican restaurants can be challenging, and they vary widely in terms of how celiac-friendly their fare is… […]

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