Happy Gluten Free Halloween

Last Day Gluten Free Candy

Necco candy, most know for their
Valentine heart candy.  However my
favorite as a child was the good old
Necco wafers, which are gluten free.

Here is a list of gluten free Necco candy

• Necco wafers
• Candy House Buttons
• Mary Jane
• Skybar
• Sweethearts

Day 3 Gluten Free Halloween Candy Nestle

Nestle labels a handful of candy and chocolate
as gluten free.  They are as listed below.

• Butterfinger bars, only in fun size
• Goobers
• Nips
• Raisinets
• Tollhouse chips

Day 2 Of Halloween Candy Mars

Mars chocolate makes many yummy chocolate
candy.  Mars does not have a gluten free list, they
will list wheat on wrapper.  So always read the
wrapper.
Some known gluten free Mars Candy

M&M's all but pretzel
3 musketeers
Milk way midnight bar and caramel bar
Dove (except cinnamon graham one)
Snickers Bars
Munch Nut Bar

Gluten Free Candy List Day 1 Hershey

With Halloween here, watch out for
hidden gluten in candy.  Here is a list
of some candy that is safe from gluten.

Almond joy (not the pieces)
Mounds
Hershey's kisses plain
Hershey's dark kisses not bar
Milk duds
Heath bar
Payday
Reese's pieces (not the eggs)
Reese's cups (all but seasonal ones)
Rolo's (except minis)
Skor toffee bar
Hershey's milk chocolate bar 1.55 size
Hershey's air delight
Reese's fast break bar and nutrageous bar

When Gluten Free May Not Be Healthy

Some feel gluten free diets may be doing
more harm than good.  Gluten free is the
number one googled diet.  Trendy it is for
sure. 
If you have Celiac disease, eating gluten
free will save your life.  If you are other
wise healthy, there is no evidence that eating
gluten free is good for you.

Last Day Lifestyle Tips For Celiacs

So now you have Celiac disease, you are
not sure what to eat.  Look up your local
support group, and meet with a Registered
Dietitian that specializes in the disease.

Over time it will get easier and easier to
adapt to your new lifestyle.  It just takes
some work and time in the beginning.

There are many naturally gluten free foods,
that you already enjoy.  As I always say if
you are not sure, do not eat it. 

Day 2 Of 3 Lifestyle Tips For Celiac

3. Exercise
Exercise is healthy for all.  Try to fit in
some form of fitness you like and enjoy.
Exercise makes you feel better and will
help the healing process.

4.  Eating out
The gluten free trend has made it easier to
enjoy eating out and eating gluten free.
You should always call the restaurant before
you go, see what they offer gluten free.
Watch out for cross contamination. 

Day 1 Of 3 Lifestyle Tips For Celiac Disease

Celiac disease makes it difficult for your
digestive system to process gluten, is found
in wheat, rye, and barley.  Here are some
lifestyle tips to help follow your gluten free
diet.

1.  Look at Ingredients
Before eating any pre packed foods, always
read the ingredients.  Look for hidden gluten
unless marked gluten free.  You should also
look at the ingredients in any vitamins or
medicines.

About Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an immune reaction to
ingesting gluten.  Gluten is a protein found
in wheat, barley, and rye.

Over time, the immune reaction to eating
gluten creates inflammation that damages
the small intestine's lining, leading to
medical problems.  It prevents the absorption
of many nutrients.

B12 Deficiency

Vitamin B12, known as the energy vitamin,
helps make DNA, blood and nerve cells.  It
is crucial for a healthy brain and immune
system.  Your metabolism wouldn't run
smoothly without it.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

Here is a great chocolate peanut
butter recipe.  It is easy and gluten
free.

Chocolate peanut butter balls

Ingredients

1 stick of butter softened
3 cups of confectioners sugar
3/4  cup of peanut butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 cup of M and M's
Melting chocolate about 16 ounces

Directions


1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper
2. Beat butter, peanut butter, vanilla until
creamy
3. Add the confectioners' sugar and beat
on low till mixed
4. Add in the  M and M's with a spoon
or use clean hands.
5. Make small balls and chill in refrigerator
for 1 hour
6. Melt chocolate in double boiler and dip
each one and place on wax paper.  Sprinkle
if you want.  Allow to set till chocolate is
hard. 
Enjoy they are my favorite!!!

Last Day Of Super Fruits

The Noni fruit


This fruit is native to Southeast Asia,
the noni fruit is also packed with antioxidants.
It is said to be able to help reduce high
blood pressure and relieve arthritic pain.

Happy Columbus Day!!!

Day 4 OF 5 Super Fruits

Kiwi Fruit


Need your daily dose of vitamin C?
Try some kiwi fruit.  They are high
in vitamin C and have as much
potassium as bananas.

Day 3 Of 5 Super Fruits

Cranberries


A Thanksgiving favorite, cranberries are
also loaded with antioxidants which protect
cells against compounds called free radicals.
They have also been linked to preventing
urinary tract infections.

Day 2 Of 5 Super Fruits

The Avocado

Many peoples favorite is this super avocado.
It is not just about the guacamole when it
comes to this yummy food.  The avocado
contains healthy monounsaturated fat.  It
has been linked to a reduced risk of cancer,
heart disease and diabetes.

Day 1 Of 5 Super Fruits

The Pomegranate

This fruit is packed with antioxidants, has
about 600 seeds, and contains almost three
times the total antioxidants than green tea
and red wine.

Secret Places Where Gluten Hides

The following list includes foods that may
seem gluten free, but contain gluten.  When
in doubt, look it up, or call the company
directly.

• Matzo, matzo meal
• Communion wafer
• Licorice
• Pringles potato chips
• Some flavors of Doritos
• Some Worcestershire sauce
• Broths, some are gluten free
• Some Medications and Vitamins
• Soy sauce
• Malt vinegar
• Some spice mixes

As I always say, read the label and make sure
gluten free before eating.