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Food is Medicine Blog materials are curated to create a nutrition-educated community.
Our current collections focus on 6 major areas, providing tips & tricks for living a
full life with special dietary needs.
These articles are meant for informational purposes; please talk with your physician or medical personnel before making any dietary changes
Riding the Celiac Wave
I have seen amazing progress over the years in celiac disease research and a huge increase in awareness and availability of gluten-free foods. But what hasn’t changed is the cost.
A Gluten-Free Caribbean Christmas
When I first had to switch to a gluten-free diet, I was afraid that having our traditional Caribbean Christmas was off the table for me.
Sorghum for Schools
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will now be including an ancient grain in the USDA’s Food Buying Guide for Child Nutrition Programs - sorghum.
Gluten-Free Brand Compilation
My hope is that this resource will help those who are newly diagnosed find gluten-free brands and break the cycle of confusion!
Silent Celiac
In individuals who do not show symptoms, the disease is referred to as Silent Celiac or Asymptomatic Celiac.
Gluten-Free Survival Tips for Holiday Entertaining
With planning and a few tips and tricks, a delicious, gluten-free holiday meal is possible.
FEI Family Member: Rose Ladwig
Rose Ladwig says that FEI’s new delivery service, piloted in 2020, is “a God-send” and has made a huge difference treating her celiac disease.
Ronni’s Gluten-Free Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies
"This recipe makes a lot of cookies and they are so good," Ronni says. "They remind me of my grandma's cookies."
FEI Family Member: Brody Family
For four years, the Brody family has been living gluten free, but they did not start out as pros. “I didn’t know what celiac disease was.”
Gluten-Free Pets? A Closer Look
What should individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity consider when sharing homes with pets? Should our pets go gluten free too?
Grocery Shopping at the Pharmacy?
In Italy, people diagnosed with celiac disease can go to the pharmacy for gluten-free food.
Taking “Gluten-Free” to the Next Level
So many people think that gluten-free foods can’t taste good and that gluten-free diets are very restrictive, but that’s far from the truth!
Gluten-Free, Vegan Macadamia Nut Brownies
You ever wake up craving brownies? Well, that's exactly what happened when I created this recipe! I was having a very hard time trying to find a recipe that fit all my dietary restrictions, so I created this one. This brownie is moist, rich, and absolutely delicious.
Gluten-Free Vegan Pumpkin Chili
This Vegan Pumpkin Chili recipe is adapted to be gluten free & allergy friendly thanks to our board president, Alicia Poole!
The Gluten Free Conversion Chart
Since a lot of gluten-free foods are expensive, I now use my conversion chart so I can make my favorite recipes at home.
Does Food Starch Contain Wheat or Gluten?
On a nutrition label, you will see this item simply listed as “food starch.” You might be wondering, “if I have celiac disease or a wheat allergy is ‘food starch’ a safe ingredient for me to eat?”
Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi
I see spaghetti squash pretty much year round at Aldi. This is a simple, tasty gluten-free recipe for the shrimp lovers out there.
Easy Veggies and Chicken Stir Fry
This stir fry recipe is so easy and delicious, and you can adapt it to whatever items you have on hand.