Quick Gluten Free Banana Bread

A great gluten free banana bread made with over ripped bananas.  The ingredients you probably already have at home.  It tastes great and is gluten free, no one will know the difference.  Cooking time is about 1 hour  and cooling time  of about 1 hour.   After cooled you are good to slice it and enjoy.
This bread taste moist, slightly nutty and satisfying.  You will enjoy and love this bread!

Certified Gluten Free

Many manufacturers are catering to the growing gluten free consumer market by pursuing gluten free certification for their products.  There are three organizations that offer this certification.  The three are Gluten Free Certification Organization (GFCO), the Celiac Sprue Association(CSA), and the National Foundation for Celiac awareness(NFCA). 

Food Label States Gluten Free

The FDA in August of 2013 announced its long awaited gluten free food labeling rule.  This rule states that if a manufacturer chooses to put gluten free on a food it must have less than 20 parts per million of gluten.  Manufacturers were encouraged to comply with the rule but had until August of 2014 to comply.  There is no rule that gluten free products have to be labeled gluten free, however any product can choose to have gluten free on the label.  Even foods like fruits and vegetables can be labeled gluten free.  The choice is up to  the manufacturer. 

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Foods High In Iron

We  know that there are nutritional deficiencies seen in people with Celiac disease.  These are more prevalent when first diagnosed.  One deficiency we see is iron.  The other common ones are fiber, calcium, zinc, vitamin D, magnesium, folate, vitamin B12, and protein.  Today I will go over foods that are high in iron, to help prevent deficiencies, and  keep them within range.

So how do we get more iron from our foods?  Some foods can help your body absorb iron from iron rich foods, others can hinder it.  To absorb the most iron from the foods you eat, avoid drinking coffee or tea or consuming calcium rich foods with meals containing iron rich foods.  To improve absorption eat it along with a good source of vitamin C, such as orange juice, strawberries or broccoli.
There is heme iron that is from meat sources and better absorbed, and non heme iron from plant sources, which are healthier for you, and  your body.  If you have trouble getting enough iron from food sources, you may need an iron supplement.

Celiac And Brain Fog

Celiac disease, typically thought of as a GI disease, has many symptoms that affect other parts of the body.  One part in particular is the brain, the affect is  called brain fog.  There have been many people with Celiac disease that report having brain fog, that includes disorientation,  problems staying focused, and short term memory loss.  There haven't been many studies done on this so called brain fog, but the few that were done supported a possible relationship. 

How Much Gluten Is Allowed In Gluten Free Food?

The answer to that question is 20 parts per million.  The proportion of 20 parts per million is the same as .oo2%.  This is also the same as 20 milligrams of gluten per 1 kilogram of food or 20 milligrams of gluten per 35.27 ounces of food.  To put it in context, a 1 ounce slice of gluten free bread containing 20 parts per million gluten would contain 0.57 milligrams of gluten.

Be Healthy!

Healthy eating is not about strict diets, staying unrealistically thin, or starving yourself.  It is about feeling great, having energy, and helping stabilize your moods.  There is a lot of different advice on what healthy eating is, but by using these simple tips, you can cut through some confusion.  You need to learn how to create a tasty, varied, and healthy diet that is good for your mind and body.

Flourless Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

 Ingredients
1 stick soft butter
1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 Tsp. vanilla
3 cups gluten free oats
1 1/2 Tsp. baking soda
1 cup chocolate chips ( I use enjoy life)

Symptoms Your Child May Have Gluten Intolerance

If you think your child may have a gluten intolerance here are some symptoms to look for in your child.
They are all common in children, however if your child has more than two you may want to go see a doctor.

1. Skin Rash- One of the most common symptom of gluten intolerance is a skin rash.  The rash is usually
 seen aftereating gluten and is red, peeling and itchy.

2.  Stomach issues-  If your child has gas, bloating and or constipation, your child can be having a hard time
breaking down gluten.  If this is the case, it is usually seen after ingesting gluten.

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Avocados

Avocados are healthy and gluten free.  There are many ways to use them.  Mash and make into a dip adding some lemon juice or balsamic vinegar.  You can add them to a salad or chop up and add to a sandwich.  Either way Avocados taste great and have a lot of health benefits.  So pick one up today and enjoy.

Celiac Disease And Constipation

One of the most common symptoms of Celiac disease is constipation along with bloating.  So what causes this constipation? Gluten intolerance symptoms are among the most serious constipation causes.

It isn't real clear what causes Celiac, but we do know what changes your body goes through as a result of having Celiac disease. The lining of your small intestines contains villi, reaching out from the walls of the bowel.  The lining creates a surface in which digesting food moves.  As the food moves across, the villi help grab and absorb vitamins and minerals into your blood stream.
Gluten attacks these villi and over time it wears them down.  As the villi are destroyed, the food slides through less digested and with fewer nutrients along the way.  The further the food proceeds the more the small intestine expects it to be digested.This leads to firm stools and eventually Celiac constipation. 

Gluten In Foods You May Not Know

Many people are going gluten free because it has been discovered that gluten can be hard to digest for some.  It causes inflammation which is the root of almost all chronic conditions including heart disease. 

Of course there are people who have Celiac disease who have a serious intolerance to gluten.  Any small trace can cause a reaction.  Below is a list a list of foods that many do not realize contain gluten.  If you have Celiac  disease, be aware of this list and any foods that contain any of these foods.

1. Tea-  Some tea bags contain additives that contain a small trace of gluten.  Starbucks is pretty popular everywhere and most of their teas and special drinks contain gluten.

2. French Fries-  Yes potatoes are naturally gluten free as well as fries, if you make them at home.  However if you eat out, the fries are sometimes coated with flour so they don't stick together or fried in the same fryer as breaded chicken. This leads to cross contamination. You need to ask before you order.  There are some places that fry the gluten free fries in a separate fryer.

3 .Ice Cream- Many commercial ice creams contain the additive malt that contains gluten.  You need to label read.

Cost Effective Gluten Free Eating

Within the past few years without question, the gluten free lifestyle has taken the nutritional world by storm.  Gluten free diets were only followed by people with Celiac or that are gluten intolerant.  Now a lot of people, famous and not famous have jumped on the gluten free wagon.  It can be a healthy way of eating, however this takes work,  and a lot of people are on it for the wrong reasons.  Due to the high demand of gluten free products, the food companies are trying to capitalize on the gluten free craze.  This makes gluten free eating expensive, especially to those who have no choice.  Here are some ways to eat gluten free, healthy and  without breaking the bank.

Celiac Awareness Facts!!

You can do your part in helping to spread awareness of Celiac disease throughout the year.
Here are some interesting facts.

Celiac is not a food allergy, it is an autoimmune disease. 

Celiac can not be out grown, it is genetic with the only treatment, a gluten free diet.

It is one of the most common and under diagnosed auto immune disease in this country.

Celiac Disease Linked To Coronary ArteryDisease

In comparison to the general population, people with Celiac disease were almost twice as likely to have CAD, according to a study presented by the American College of Cardiology.   

Celiac disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the digestive system that can damage the small intestine.  It was also linked to a greater risk of stroke.

Processed Food Linked To Autoimmune Disease

There may be a link between processed foods and the increase incidence of autoimmune diseases, a new study says.

It is a fact that autoimmune diseases, are on the rise.  These diseases include Celiac, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and autoimmune hepatitis, and Crohn's disease.  A research team from Israel and Germany say they have found evidence that the chemicals and additives found in processed foods may be playing a role.

Vaccinations And Celiac Disease!

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that can occur in genetically predisposed people where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine.  People with Celiac are also at risk for other autoimmune diseases.  So many wonder if the immune system of people with Celiac respond the same to vaccinations.  It has been proven that for the most part, vaccinations work just as effectively as they do in the general population.  The only exception is hepatitis B vaccination.

Information On Gluten Free Diets

Happy 2016, as the holidays come to an end, many of us are making health resolutions for the year ahead.  If going on a gluten free diet is one of them, you may want to think twice.  The gluten free fad is one that doesn't seem to be fading anytime soon.  It is worth thinking about twice knowing the facts, before going gluten free.  Going gluten free is not for everyone, and many doctors advise that only people with diagnosed sensitivities, and Celiac disease adopt this special diet.

1. A gluten free diet is not always healthier.  There is no evidence that a gluten free diet has a benefit on someone without any gluten intolerance or Celiac disease.  Gluten free products tend to have more calories and fat.