With 1 in 133 in the U.S. affected with celiac disease[1], it’s not too surprising that gluten-free diets are popular these days. But people with Celiac’s disease aren’t the only ones who benefit from gluten-free fare. Did you know, it’s been estimated that 97% of Americans who have Celiac’s disease are not diagnosed?[2]
Many people are completely unaware that they have gluten intolerances and end up experiencing years of discomfort (in mild cases) and much worse, in others.
I like to challenge many of my clients to go gluten free for 30 days and find out whether or not gluten is the culprit responsible for their health dilemmas.
Why don’t you take the challenge, too?
In the process, you’ll discover new ways to make old favorites as well as creative alternatives. Perhaps you’ll realize that you’re better off gluten, as many already have.
Let me get you started! Check out my gluten-free pancakes and banana bread recipes. Or how about pizza with an almond flour crust? A simple bread or a festive almond cranberry loaf are good options, too.
[1] http://www.celiac.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5&Itemid=11
Something I’ve pondered for awhile, undiagnosed/unrecognized gluten sensitivity manifesting itself in various ways. So I’ve toyed with gluten-free diet, trying some recipes here & there but no serious commitment. The challenge to commit is greater when not all in the family are on the same page about it.
There can be another challenge, too, for those like my grandson who is allergic to almonds.
Coconut flour is an option. And I have a book that gives a recipe for making your own gluten free flour that has neither coconut flour nor almond. Gotten as far as getting the ingredients together. Now to put them together!
Thanks for the recipes. Looks good; I’ll try them. Haven’t used almond flour yet; I’m attempting to make my own. Though I’ve read that there can be a vast difference in the results even with the packaged varities available.
That certainly would be challenging, Pam! Stay tuned for an upcoming post where I’ll be sharing a gluten-free flour blend.
Wow, I didn’t know there were so many options out there beacsue there are very few where I am, though I have found a few that I love that you didn’t mention like Jule’s GF and Pamela’s.I have seen more options in our local stores but I generally have to drive at least 45 minutes to find a good selection.Can’t wait to see the results so I can add to my list and find some more wonderful choices.
My 11 yo daughter is gluten intolerant! Is there a remedy that I could give her to heal her of this? She is also lactose intolerant as well?
This is not a simple answer to this. Consider checking out my on line course “Good Gut Bad Gut.”
Mrs. Calabrese,
I am LOVING your “Good Gut Bad Gut” course! I’ve listened to it 4 times through and counting… there is so much incredible information in there!
May I ask, can someone do the protocol for Celiac’s disease without simultaneously doing the protocol for gluten allergy?
These two issues seem inseparably intertwined, but is it possible to see how far the Celiac’s protocol will take you before trying to treat the allergy head-on?
Either way, at least you’ve shared some yummy gluten-free recipes here while people progress toward healing! Thank you again.
We prioritize treating the conditions that are the most sobering 1st. If Celiac is a more serious condition than garden variety allergies, that may be the best place to begin. Additionally. one medicine will often inadvertently touch both conditions.