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Checking in with Oprah
I recently told you about Oprah’s 21-day vegan cleanse (which, apart from obviously shunning all animal-derived foods, also bans sugar, gluten, alcohol, and caffeine). The talk show queen is blogging...
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Over in Oprah Land….
Time to see what Oprah’s blog reveals about her ongoing 21-day vegan diet (remember, she’s also shunning sugar, gluten, alcohol, and caffeine). Last Friday, Oprah stopped by Tom Cruise’s Telluride...
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Oprah’s Reality Check
When we last left Oprah and her “spiritual” vegan cleanse (all I’m saying is, my diet will often be vegan for several days, but that doesn’t stop me from getting irritated at the slow person in front...
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FNCE 2008: Free of Gluten, Not Flavor
Although many European and South American countries sell a multitude of products geared to individuals with celiac disease, the United States is only recently beginning to cater to this growing market...
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You Ask, I Answer: Gluten-Free Diets
I just learned I have celiac disease. My doctor told me to avoid wheat [and wheat by-products.] He mentioned to also steer clear of barley and rye. A family member told me that’s only the surface of...
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You Ask, I Answer: Soaking Grains & Phytate Levels
I just ran across a website that advocates soaking or sprouting whole grains prior to using them to neutralize the phytic acid and make the nutrients in the grain more bioavailable. Since the person...
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Say What?: Great, Now Elizabeth Hasselbeck Throws Her Hat In The Ring
Former Survivor contestant — and perpetually-exasperated panelist on the shark-jumped The View — Elizabeth Hasselbeck has been making the talk show rounds to promote her latest “diet book”, The G Free...
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You Ask, I Answer: Oat and Spelt Flour
Are oat and spelt flours whole grain? I have celiac disease, so I am looking for ways to make whole grain baked goods without using whole wheat flour. – Christine Adler (City withheld), DE As with...
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You Ask, I Answer: Gluten, Soy Sauce, and “Wheat-Free” Labeling
Last Thursday, I got the results of my gluten panel. Verdict: I have celiac disease. Today I had lunch with a coworker at a “health food” restaurant. We specifically chose it because their menu lets...
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Speaking With…: Mary Waldner of Mary’s Gone Crackers
As much as I enjoy calling out Big Food’s deceptive tactics and worrisome practices, I also like to recognize companies that offer real food and a refreshing “what you see is what you get” approach....
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