Some Tips To Eating Gluten Free For Less Day 1 Of 2

One of the big issues to eating gluten free is money.  It does cost
more to eat gluten free.  That 2$ loaf of bread just turned into a
6$ frozen loaf, that could only be found at certain stores.  Yes
there are many things naturally gluten free and affordable, but
the special gluten free ones are more money.

1. Look for reduced price bread.  When sold fresh, prices are
reduced at night.  Buy and freeze when you can.  I will say
bread freezes well. 

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Happy Valentines Day!!

Yummy Vegan And Gluten Free Strawberry Fudge Truffles

Every year the chocolate industry finds a way to
our hearts.  When you think Valentines day, you
think chocolate and flowers.  Yes there are many
gluten free chocolates out there, and many are not.
It is hard to find gluten free and vegan.  So here
is a easy and yummy way to please anyone.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1/3 cup coconut milk, regular
• 1/4 cup vegan butter or coconut butter melted
• 1/2 cup strawberry fruit spread
• 1/2 cup dairy free chocolate
• Optional toppings: coconut, mini dairy free chips,
• sprinkles, or chia seeds

Instructions

How Is Celiac Treated?

The only treatment for the disease is to
maintain a gluten free diet.  This requires
label reading and looking at everything
you ingest.  It also may require vitamins.
Blood work should be done, and any
deficiency should be treated with
vitamin and mineral supplements.

Who Is At Risk for Developing Celiac Disease

 Celiac disease is a genetic disease.  People
who have a relative that has the disease have
a high chance of having it.  However, having
the gene does not necessarily mean you will
develop the disease.  Some factors such as
infection and stress also increase the risk
of developing the disease.  It is worth getting
a blood test, to check for the gene.  If you
do not have the gene, you can not get the
disease.

Signs And Symptoms Of Celiac Disease

The signs and symptoms of this disease
usually differ in people.  There are classic
symptoms to look for:

1.  Pale and fatty stool.  Sometimes diarrhea.

2.  Anemia- This is from malabsorption in the
intestine.

3.  Nausea

4.  Bone and joint pain.

5.  Heartburn

6.  Tiredness and fatigue

7.  Reduced bone density

What Should You Know About Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune
disease that affects the small intestine.
The disease occurs as a result of an
immune reaction to gluten.  Gluten is
the component of protein in foods. 
Gluten is found in wheat, rye, and
barley. 

Walnuts

Health Benefits of Walnuts

• Helps in healthy blood formation
• Contains B vitamins
• Improves brain health and metabolism
• Rich in Vitamin E
• Good for digestive system
• Fights free radicals
• Contain heart healthy monounsaturated fats

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