Thursday, June 21, 2012

Food and Health Carnival June 21





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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Chocolate the Good and the Bad

Many people list chocolate among their favorite foods, right along side other popular dishes like pizza, sandwiches, and French fries. Whether you prefer the creamy taste of milk chocolate or the slightly bitter bite of dark chocolate, questions often arise regarding chocolate's health benefits. Is chocolate bad for you? Are there health benefits to chocolate beyond the sweet taste? Isn’t chocolate high in fat? There are all common questions asked about chocolate so lets break them down and show you the good and the bad to that yummy treat.


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Antioxidants


Chocolate contains lots of antioxidants. In fact, one ounce of chocolate contains the same amount of antioxidants as a cup of brewed tea. Antioxidants are molecules that prevent the oxidation of other molecules. When the process of oxidation occurs, free radicals are produced. These free radicals start a chain reaction that can damage or destroy the cell, leading to disease.

What about the fat in chocolate?


Its true, chocolate contains saturated fat. Saturated fat is often linked to high cholesterol and other health problems. The good news here is that because chocolate is a plant product, it is cholesterol free. The bad news is that chocolate is often found in products like candy bars that do contain cholesterol raising fats. Chocolate is also very caloric, containing a large number of calories in a small package.


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Mood


Chocolate is considered a mood enhancer. When you eat chocolate, the levels of serotonin in the brain increase, leading to an elevated mood. The bad news here is that the effect is somewhat negated by the caffeine also found in chocolate.

Skin


The old myth that chocolate leads to acne is finally debunked. Instead, chocolate actually helps to smooth the skin by protecting it from UV rays, increasing blood flow, and giving skin a healthier appearance.

But eater beware, not all chocolate is created equal. Despite the numerous benefits of chocolate, too much of a good thing is bad. Eating large, processed candy bars will negate any of the healthy benefits of chocolate and elevate the bad properties of chocolate, namely its high calorie count. You should also avoid white chocolate. Despite its name, white chocolate contains no chocolate at all and thus none of the benefits that chocolate has. So steer clear of candy bars, white chocolate, and powdered hot chocolate mix which looses lots of nutritional value during processing and stick to dark chocolate and healthy recipes that utilize raw cocoa powder so you can harness the benefits of chocolate while avoiding the unhealthy features.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Food and Health Carnival June 14





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Thursday, June 7, 2012

Food and Health Carnival June 7





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Friday, June 1, 2012

Help for Sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a convenient blanket term for a variety of symptoms ranging from mild stomach ache to digestive mayhem. The good news is that it is relatively easy to cure. The first thing to do is to establish the symptoms:


Do you:


Have bouts of constipation and/or diarrhea?



  • Experience discomfort after eating most meals?

  • Suffer from belching or flatulence?

  • Feel that food sits heavy in your stomach after eating?

  • Feel that food is not going down well and liable to come back up again?

  • Have trouble sleeping due to stomach pains?

  • Feel as if you have gone up a clothes size or two in the morning?

  • Feel as if someone is twisting your insides?


If you are experiencing several of these symptoms, then your digestion is likely to be poor. If you are prone to eating late at night or become uncomfortable after eating foods that are rich and high in fat, a change in your eating habits is necessary if you want to alleviate the problem. Alternatively, taking milk thistle before or after a rich meal and centaury before a late meal can help minimise the discomfort.


Keep the bowels moving


If you suffer from pain in the lower abdomen it may be due to the fact that your bowels don’t move every day and that bloated feeling is probably due to putrefying wastes sitting around inside you and producing excess gas. The re-absorption of toxins back into the bloodstream from the putrefying waste can be the cause of skin problems, lethargy and irritability. If you get alternating constipation and diarrhea, treat the constipation because ongoing constipation can be the cause of diarrhea.


Whatever you do, don’t let constipation continue unchecked. Try using a natural laxative combining the stimulation action of senna and frangula with linseed. But be careful to take only in small doses as it can be extremely effective. Ground psyllium husks can be of benefit too but must be taken with plenty of water.


To keep bowels moving:



  • Eat plenty of fiber and most importantly a variety of fiber. Include fruit and vegetables, oat bran and seeds

  • Aim to drink between 1.5 and 2 litres of water every day to ensure that the contents of the bowel don’t dry out, reducing irritation and constipation

  • Try to incorporate exercise into your daily routine. It can help stimulate the muscles of the gut. It doesn’t have to involve trips to the gym. Walking, for example, is an excellent way of getting your daily exercise. It can be done anywhere and is free.


Watch the way you eat


If you suffer from bloating or flatulence, it may be that you are prone to gulping your food. If this is the case, try to slow down when you are eating and aim to chew each mouthful twenty times if possible. It is really important to chew your food properly as this alerts your stomach to the fact that food is on its way, giving it time to produce enzymes and stomach acid. Without these, your food will not be broken down properly. 


Don’t eat on the move. Relax when eating and savour every mouthful. Your body cannot digest food if you are running around at the same time. Whenever possible, see mealtimes as an opportunity to catch up with family and friends. Try not to drink too much liquid along with your food as this will only serve to dilute the digestive juices and flush the food through the digestive system too quickly.


If you suffer from stomach acid, the herb centaury may help to rebalance the production of stomach acid and leave you with the right amount to deal with your food.


Look out for trigger foods


Certain foods are known trigger foods for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and consumption of these should be reduced. These include dairy, wheat, fried fatty foods, spicy foods and citrus fruit. 


It can be helpful to keep a food diary and take note of how your body reacts to different foods. Eliminate those which do not agree with you and your digestive system will soon reap the benefits. Tea and coffee should also be avoided. 


Follow these tips and you’ll be amazed at the difference it makes.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Food and Health Carnival May 31





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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Food and Health Carnival May 24




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Thursday, May 17, 2012

Food and Health Carnival May 17




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Sunday, May 13, 2012

Happy Mother's Day

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Happy Mother's Day to all my Mom readers. I hope you have a wonderful day.


I love you all and appreciate you.
God Bless You,
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Friday, May 11, 2012

A Guide to Lavender Foot Cream and its Benefits

Lavender has been revered as a cure all almost since the dawn of time itself. As Royals would champion the benefits for use in food, cleaning and pampering, it has never gone out of fashion as its versatile abilities are impossible to replicate.


No one truly knows how medicinal herbs work, and how they are so effective yet gentle, but there’s no denying the power of this natural product for a whole range of symptoms.


Aroma therapists adore lavender as a way to relax and unwind their patients. Its potency is so effective that in France it is prescribed by the bottle and offered as a medicine for a range of disorders. As it naturally induces sleep when inhaled, relives stress and nervous disorders it is also a wonderful antiseptic that kills bacteria and cleans wounds.


Chefs are now using lavender in a range of dishes, from sweet to savoury showing how the floral fragrance translates well to the plate. The edible flowers can also be used for making lavender tea, a truly indulgent night time drink that leaves no part of the body untouched.


Yet it’s in pampering where lavender truly comes into its own, with an aroma that reminds us of a fresh summer’s day we not only adore the scent but love its ability to multi task. For years we’ve been adding lavender oil to our favourite baths as a perfect way to relax and unwind.


There’s no better way to enjoy the properties of lavender than in a foot cream, as the fragrance perfumes feet gently the unique properties get to work ensuring all feet receive obvious benefits, just a few of these include:


Moisturising


Excellent for dry skin and cracked heels lavender has the ability to restore harmony to the body. A lavender foot cream will moisturise and smooth dry and flaky skin whilst leaving heels soft and supple. To receive the full benefit, apply thickly under socks before bed, and sleep as the cream gets to work.


Massaging


No foot rub is complete without the addition of a lavender foot cream, renowned for easing aching joints and muscles it is the perfect tonic for aching feet at the end of a long day. Gentle enough to use on children, it is still powerfully effective, and within moments of application you will feel your feet releasing the stresses of shopping, standing, running, or supervising children!


 Cleansing


With natural antiseptic qualities and an antibacterial action lavender foot cream is ideal for fighting infection whilst cleansing feet. It is used for a variety of skin disorders from eczema to athlete’s foot and will restore balance to the skins ph.


Medicinal


Lavender has the ability to reduce inflammation so if you’ve been wearing tight shoes all day it is the ideal solution to bring your feet back to normal. When applied, swelling will be reduced. As well as this lavender has the amazing ability to restore balance by restoring polar extremes of temperature, so if your feet feel hot and uncomfortable lavender foot cream will cool and soothe, or if they feel cold and clammy, lavender foot cream will add warmth and calm.


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Thursday, May 10, 2012

Food and Health Carnival May 10




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Thursday, May 3, 2012

Food and Health Carnival May 3




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Thursday, April 26, 2012

Food and Health Carnival April 26




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Gluten Free Diet Tips

Tips for the Gluten Free Diet


There are many ingredients found in foods that an person can be allergic to.  Eating of these foods can trigger all sorts of allergic reactions within the human body.


For example, if a person is allergic to iodine, eating of shellfish can cause allergic reactions in that person.  Severe symptoms can include the that the throat may swell up causing restriction of the airway and may lead to the death of the person.


Other foods that people may be allergic to include peanuts, foods that contain peanuts, milk, egg, soy, sugar etc.  One other food allergen that can trigger allot of reactions within the person is gluten.   When it comes to gluten, this protein can be found as an ingredient in a serveral foods.


It is very important to know what gluten is and what foods that contain gluten and to be knowledgeable about gluten free diet tips.


What Is Gluten?


Gluten is a food nutritional substance that is found in grains.  Gluten is a protein and is found in grains. It is in wheat, barley and rye.


It is really important to know that not all grains contain gluten.  For example, some grains that do not contain gluten are soybeans, oats, wild rice, millet, corn, etc.


Additionaly, the value of nutrition that gluten brings, there are several other reasons why gluten is in certain breads. For example, one of those reasons is that gluten absorbs gases when the dough is in the fermentation stage.  This helps the bread while it is being baked to maintain it desired shape.  


Another reason why gluten is put into foods is that when  bread is being baked it takes on certain characteristics.  That characteristic is that it makes bread chewy.  It is an important ingredient in the production of bagels.


Foods That Contain Gluten


In addition to breads containing gluten there are a several of other foods that contain gluten.  Some of those foods that contain gluten can include pizza, pastas, pretzels and beer.  Beer may contain gluten because it has barley in it. 


If you are trying to avoid gluten in foods, it is really important to read the nutritional label and the ingredients that the food contains.


The Sharing of Gluten Free Diet Tips


There are many gluten free diet tips that are out there that are available to the gluten intolerant.  Some of these gluten free diet tips can be found from websites, blogs, dietitians, nature paths and doctors.  You can also research gluten free diet tips at the library or at your local bookstore.


When you look for gluten free diet tips it is very important to find recipes that allow you to cook gluten free food.  Allot of these gluten free foods can be found in gluten free cookbooks, websites, blogs, etc.


You can always find great gluten free diet tips here on Lisa's Gluten Free Advice and Healthy Living.

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Food and Health Carnival April 19




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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

The Pillars of Health and Fitness

Working Together Teamwork Puzzle ConceptWhen someone says 'are you fit?' this can be a very ambiguous term. Of course the answer might depend on the context - they might be asking if you are fit to do something in particular. In such cases the answer will be easy, and most of us know whether we are fit to run a race or partake in sports. However for the most part the question is far more open and means instead are you 'generally' fit. Answering this can be more difficult.


All of us would like to be fit and healthy, but this can be hard to achieve if we can't even define it. What then does it actually mean to be fit and healthy? Here we will examine some of the things that make someone fit or not so fit.


CV Fitness


CV fitness means that you are capable of exerting yourself for long periods of time without getting tired and without having some kind of asthma attack or heart complaint. If you have good cardio fitness you will be able to go running for long periods of time, and to climb flights of stairs deftly without bending over panting when you reach the top. This is probably what the vast majority of people mean when they say 'fit'.


To be fit in this regard, you need to be a good weight for your size, and you need to work to improve your VO2 max and heart by going for jogs, rowing, cycle etc, or engaging in sports.


Strength


Strength also comes into health and fitness. Someone fit generally is not going to be wiry and is not going to look as though they'd fall apart if you flicked them. In order to be fit you will likely to some form of resistance training which might mean calisthenics or using weights. For women this means achieving a basically toned body, while for men it often means more impressive biceps and pecs.


Health


Change of HeartThis is an equally ambiguous word, but in general being healthy means being free of disease and injury. If you are currently limping because of a bad ankle, then in most people's books you are not going to be considered fit and healthy. To maintain your general health you need to ensure that you are getting enough sleep and that you are eating lots of vitamins and minerals which will help you to develop a strong immune system. You also need to prioritize rest and recovery time in the face of injury to get yourself back to full health as quickly as possible.


Flexibility


Being flexible might not be as crucial as having a strong cardiovascular system, but it is nevertheless one of the 'pillars' of fitness and falls into that category. If you work on flexibility then you can help yourself to avoid injury, and can at the same time improve your range of movement. Simply stretching and warming up before training will help you to develop and sustain flexibility.


Jan Hargrove is a blogger and fitness expert. He writes about family wellness, health and other group fitness related topics.

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Food and Health Carnival March 15




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Sunday, March 11, 2012

Getting the Motivation to Use Your Elliptical Machines

So you did your research and read up on 2012 elliptical trainers. You learned with elliptical trainers were the best ones and you learned how to use them to burn fat, built muscle and generally transform your appearance and your fitness for the better. You did all that, but then you bought the trainer you wanted and found that you couldn't bring yourself to use it as regularly as you need to. The problem then is, that no matter how much you spent or how well you chose your device – unless you actually use them, even 2012 elliptical trainers aren't going to be enough to get you into shape.


The problem is no doubt motivation and you probably find yourself talking yourself down from working out when you know you should. No doubt you wake up in the morning and you think about all the ways in which you are running late and how cozy bed is, or you get home from work and feel tired and stress and maybe even ill and believe you 'deserve' a night off to relax in front of the TV. Perhaps you do, but ultimately if your 2012 elliptical trainers just sit there then you've wasted money and you're not getting into shape. How do you find that motivation?


Well first of all you need to make sure that you think about working out in the right way. When we feel tired or ill then we feel like our body wants us to relax and as though exerting ourselves would do us harm. Quite the opposite is normally true however unless you are ill, because exercise is good for the body. Thus by using 2012 elliptical trainers we are able to increase our energy and get our blood pumping again kick starting our body to feel fresher and healthier – and we'll get more out of the evening as a result as well.


If you find yourself not being able to face a workout then you will make lots of excuses such as 'I'm too tired' or 'I just had a very hard day'. Recognize then this – there is no such thing as a good excuse. Any excuse you give is a hollow one because you can always benefit from a workout and because you can always fit in at least ten minutes. Unless you're sick, you shouldn't let yourself off in any instance. Nor should you try to put the workout off until tomorrow – because it just quite simply won't get done. Being strict and sticking at it is the only way to see positive changes.


The solution to this feeling then is to challenge yourself to do just a ten minute workout. Sure you might not have time, or the energy, to do 60 minutes as you intended – but recognize that something is always better than nothing. In other words even if you only do a five minutes then that's not a waste o time and it will help your body to kick start itself. The good news is though, that after doing five minutes you will normally find yourself getting carried away and training much longer.


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Thursday, March 8, 2012

Food and Health Carnival March 8



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Thursday, March 1, 2012

Food and Health Carnival March 1



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Monday, February 27, 2012

The Basics of Acne and How to Treat It

The bane of teen hood for many people, acne causes red, painful skin eruptions, primarily on the face and back, but also on other parts of the body.  Although the causes of acne are poorly understood, treatments ranging from simple home remedies and over the counter medications to prescription corticosteroids can help to relieve the pain and embarrassment it engenders.


The term “acne” actually covers several conditions.  The most common of these is acne vulgaris, caused when pores become blocked by oil, or sebum, causing dirt, bacteria and dead skin cells to build up and form a plug on the surface, called either a whitehead (completely blocked pore with a white spot on top) or a blackhead (a partially blocked pore with a dark spot formed by some of the skin’s own melanin).  Acne vulgarism tends to be most common in teenagers, although anyone can develop it.


Many people have another form of acne, called acne rosacea, characterized by a red rash that spreads across the nose and cheekbones in a pattern resembling a butterfly.  Although the blackheads and pustules typical of acne vulgaris do not usually appear in acne rosacea, the condition can become severe, causing rhinophyma – swelling and growth of excess tissue in the nose.


Rarer, more severe forms of acne include acne conglobata, an extremely severe form of acne vulgaris that can cause disfiguring scarring; acne fulminata, an abrupt-onset form of acne that is also accompanied by fever and joint aches; and rosacea fulminans, a form of rosacea that appears suddenly in women who have never had acne before.  A related condition, gram-negative folliculitis, results from a bacterial infection related to long-term antibiotic treatment of acne vulgaris.


Acne appears to run in families. Causes and contributing factors include hormonal changes related to puberty, menstruation and pregnancy, certain drugs such as steroids and hormonal preparations, and greasy or oily cosmetic products. Conditions of high humidity and frequent sweating can also trigger acne outbreaks.  Contrary to popular belief, research has determined that foods such as chocolate, nuts and French fries do not cause acne.


Although there’s no cure for acne, self-care at home can help reduce the inflammation. Try these steps:


o       Keep the skin clean. Use a mild, non-drying soap such as Dove and remove all dirt or makeup.  Avoid over-scrubbing the skin though, and pat the face dry after washing.
o       Keep hair clean too, with a daily shampoo. Pull hair back from the face, especially if tends to be oily.
o       Avoid greasy cosmetics and creams, and be sure to take off makeup every night.
o       Look for makeup and cream with water-based or non comedogenic formulas designed not to aggravate acne.
o       Avoid touching affected areas, and try not to squeeze or pick at pimples.


For acne outbreaks that don’t respond to these strategies, over the counter medications can help. These are applied directly to acne lesions, and contain ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide to kill bacteria and dry up skin oils. While these preparations may help acne, they may also cause some skin redness and peeling. Very severe forms of acne may need medical intervention.  Prescription treatments for acne include oral antibiotics like tetracycline, topical formulas like retinoic acid or stronger formulations of over the counter preparations. Laser therapy and chemical skin peels can also improve the appearance of acne-afflicted skin. If you don't know much about these, check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_peel.


Acne can be embarrassing and painful. But a variety of treatments and common-sense self-care can make life easier for sufferers of this all too common condition in all its forms. For extensive information on treatment, visit http://www.acnetreatment.net/.


Jaimie Hellens likes to write about science, health care and acne.

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Feb 23



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Thursday, February 16, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Feb 16



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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Feb 9



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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Feb 2



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Thursday, January 26, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Jan 26



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Thursday, January 19, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Jan 19



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Thursday, January 12, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Jan 12



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Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Children Learning Gluten Foods with the Help of Bingo

It is bad enough when an adult gets diagnosed with the digestive disorder called Celiac disease. If you yourself are diagnosed it can take some time getting in the routine of knowing what foods you can and cannot have, but when a child gets diagnosed the problem is then multiplied. We have all been a child before; all you want to do is eat as much junk food when you want. A child has not got the patience of taking note which foods they are and are not allowed. Making the whole process into a game however will make the learning processes that much easier.


Playing the Gluten Free Bingo Game


Most of us have played online bingo through the best bingo sites and the good news for you is the same principles can be applied to the following learning process. The idea is to create blank bingo cards either by printing the blank copy bellow of or by drawing 5x5 grids.



 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


The aim of the game is to write foods that contain gluten in the Squares. E.g.


 









































B



I



N



G



O



Muffins



Durham



Scones



Biscuits



Rye Bread



Bread



All Bran



Malted Drinks



Cookies



Sponge Puddings



Pastry



Yorkshire Pudding



Couscous



Muesli



Semolina



Cakes



Crisp Breads



Pretzels



Breadcrumbs



Pumpernickel



 


You would then read out foods that contain Gluten and as the child scans their card he/she has to mark of the Gluten foods if they have them. You would then reward the child for covering the whole bingo card.


The aim of the game is for the foods to be imprinted into the child’s brain. As the child scans the card looking for the food, other foods will be repeated by the child without them knowing. It is after repetition that we remember better.


Remember to make the game fun


We all know how distracted children can get and how fast things can turn boring. The whole idea of gluten bingo is to try and keep your child entertained while learning. This is done best by rewarding the child with sweet (gluten-free of course) when a game is complete. This will encourage your child to want to play the bingo game more.


If you have Celiac disease


The same game can be applied if you yourself have Celiac disease but your child doesn't. Making your child aware of what you have will not only make your child realise what you are going through but it will be a bonding experience bringing you and your child closer together.


Alternative gluten bingo


Make bingo cards with non-gluten foods. This way the child learns what foods they can have, not what they can't. The best idea would be to mix up a fee gluten free games and a few gluten games. Make sure your child understand which version they are playing.


How about creating a bingo card that has both gluten and non-gluten foods. The child then has two pens and has to mark each kind a different color. This is a more advance version of the game but would be more effective in older children.

Monday, January 9, 2012

Four Tips for Shopping for Gluten-Free Products at Your Local Supermarket

Living the gluten-free lifestyle can be a little complicated, to say the least. We're used to diets that are full of processed foods, and the vast majority of processed foods are made with some product that contains gluten. It really is in just about everything that comes in a package!


The good news is that by learning how to shop smarter, you can life a gluten-free lifestyle – and you can actually afford it, too! So grab one of your favorite grocery credit cards to get some cash-back on your gluten-free shopping, and follow these four tips at your local supermarket to make shopping for gluten-free products easier.


1.  Shop the Perimeter


You've probably heard this before if you've ever read or heard advice about shopping for a healthier diet in general. In supermarkets and grocery stores, the outside aisles – the perimeter of the store – are usually full of the fresh items, including fruits and vegetables, fresh meats and seafood, and dairy products. These are all items that are naturally gluten-free, and they should be the basis of any healthy diet – especially a gluten-free one.


The temptation with a gluten-free diet, especially for someone who is just starting out on one, is to only buy products that are labeled "gluten-free." This is a mistake both for your health and your pocketbook! Gluten-free processed products aren't cheap, and many of them have little nutritional value, since they're made to fill in the pastas, breads, and sweets blank that gets left in your life when you take out gluten-containing foods. Instead of opting for these foods primarily, skip most processed foods altogether, and make your own meals from the fresher, healthier ingredients you'll find on the outside of the store.


2.  Get a List


Now, that's not to say that you should never enjoy baked goods, breads, cereals, or sweets that fit in with your gluten-free lifestyle. While these things shouldn't be the entire basis of your gluten-free diet, they do have a place in your life, as you learn to enjoy more things that are free from gluten. You'll have an easier time deciding just how to spend your hard-earned cash on gluten-free products if you have a list of all the GF products a supermarket carries, though.


Stores like Whole Foods and Trader Joe's offer prepared lists of all the gluten-free items they carry. Just ask! If you prefer shopping at a different supermarket that doesn't offer such a list, make your own. On a day when the store isn't busy and you have extra time, walk through the aisles and jot down the names and prices of different gluten-free foods, baking mixes, flours, etc. that you might use in the future. That way when you're making your grocery list, you'll know exactly what your store has available.


3.  Be Careful About Bulk Bins


Many gluten-free enthusiasts will tell you to save money on gluten-free products like rice and oats by getting them from the bulk bin. The problem with this can be that you never know when things have been cross-contaminated. Some people think nothing of using the rice scoop in the barley bin, thus contaminating the rice, but this is a problem for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. Some stores are better than others at looking out for cross contamination, so talk to a manager if you're unsure.


You can also learn to look out for signs of cross contamination yourself, especially if you have a gluten intolerance rather than celiac disease. If a tiny bit of gluten in a meal is not going to completely throw you off, then the bulk bins are certainly a good place to look for cooking ingredients that are more affordable!


4.  Learn to Bake Gluten-Free


If you really want to enjoy your gluten-free lifestyle without charging a fortune to your grocery credit cards to do it, you should learn to bake gluten-free. Not all flour is made with wheat, and many chain stores these days are carrying gluten-free flours that you can use in your baking. The cheapest way to bake gluten-free is to mix your own flour, but you can also buy prepared flours. The actual gluten-free flours are much cheaper than baking mixes, and you can, of course, add in all the other ingredients yourself.


The best way to get into gluten-free cooking is to get a good cookbook just for gluten-free baking. It's a little different because gluten-free flour acts different from normal wheat flour. A good cookbook will get you started, and then the possibilities are endless!


Saving money on gluten-free living starts by making good choices at the supermarket. Ashyia Hill from CreditDonkey says, you can also save, though, by using a grocery credit card that offers cash back for grocery purchases can net you some returns on your more-expensive gluten-free grocery shopping. These four tips are just the basics of shopping for gluten-free products, and you're sure to come up with more tips and tricks of your own as you continue to develop your gluten-free lifestyle.

Thursday, January 5, 2012

Food and Health Carnival Jan 5



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I am sorry I have not been on here lately, we have been in the process of moving this month and I am sick. After the New Year I should be up and running again. I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas. Have a Happy New Year!


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