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Sale on Gluten Free Products at Amazon

October 23rd, 2011 Gluten Free Girl

Gluten Free Products On Sale

Amazon has some great deals right now on gluten free products in their online gluten free store.  They are offering savings of up to 30% on selected gluten free products.  Free shipping is also available on purchases which makes it easy and cost effective to buy those gluten free products you regularly use and save big now.  We all know that you generally pay a premium for quinoa and other gluten free foods, especially when shopping locally at stores that don’t really cater to those of us trying to live a gluten free lifestyle.  Many people aren’t even sure where to buy gluten free foods if they’re not fortunate enough to have a store that stocks basic gluten free items.  At Amazon you can find a wide selection of products for those on a gluten free diet and, if you take advantage of this sale, you can save quite a lot.

Another thing to bear in mind are the cost savings of buying quinoa in bulk – as well as other gluten free grains and products.  If you don’t live in an area with a nearby health food store or coop you’re definitely paying a premium by purchasing grains and other items in small, prepackaged quantities.

Check out the Sale at Amazon’s Gluten Free Store.

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Is Quinoa Gluten Free?

August 30th, 2011 benefits of quinoa

Is Quinoa Really Gluten Free?

By Liberty Simpson

Many people wonder, is quinoa gluten free?  The short and simple answer is, yes, quinoa is gluten free. Contrary to what many people believe, quinoa is not a grain. It is the seed of the goosefoot plant, which is closely related to the spinach. Aside from the seeds, the leaves are also edible, though not as widely marketed as the quinoa seed. Quinoa has been around since the time of the Inca civilization.

The quinoa seed is one of the many food choices open to people who have celiac disease or who have some form of gluten allergy or gluten sensitivity and need to stay on a gluten free diet. But what makes quinoa far superior to other gluten free foods is the nutritive value of gluten free quinoa.

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Best Gluten Free Products

August 18th, 2011 Gluten Free Girl

Gluten Free Products Online

Here are some of the best gluten free products available online. If you have celiac disease or have simply chosen to live a gluten free life, you know all there is to know about the importance of eating gluten free foods.  Depending on where you live it can often be difficult to find gluten free products.

Fortunately online websites, such as Amazon offer quite a variety of the best gluten free products.  Amazon has even developed their own gluten free store with over 4000 gluten free products.  They have a wide variety of gluten free quinoa, millet, amaranth, buckwheat and many other products.  They even highlight discounts and specials on the front page.  You can visit the Amazon Gluten Free Store here.  Let us take a quick look at some of the best gluten free products you can buy online.

Gluten Free Breakfast Items

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Buy Bulk Quinoa Online

August 13th, 2011 Gluten Free Girl

Buy Bulk Gluten Free Grain Online

Buying quinoa in bulk is easily accomplished by shopping online at a variety of stores across the country including Amazon. Buying quinoa in bulk is cost effective once you know where to get the best deals. Gluten free quinoa is an excellent replacement for wheat and bran cereals.

Organic gluten free quinoa is available in most major supermarkets, usually located near the rice if they don’t have a designated area for gluten free products. If you are buying quinoa for the first time, it is recommended that you look for boxed quinoa. The boxes come with quinoa cooking instructions as well.  Of course the relatively small boxes of quinoa available in supermarkets is quite expensive compared to bulk quinoa available online.
Organic Quinoa
Bulk quinoa is less expensive to buy than packaged products. Buying quinoa online is really the best way to get the best price on gluten free quinoa as long as you store it properly.  See our tips on storing bulk whole grains.  Before you cook quinoa, you need to first rinse the seeds in cold water. This will remove the outer coating of the seed which is bitter to taste. Most American quinoa is already processed for immediate cooking, but it is still recommended that you rinse it before cooking.  There are many things you can do with bulk quinoa such as side dishes, breakfast items, salads, pilafs, rice and casserole dishes. Adding vegetables, meats, poultry or seafood to quinoa enhances the seeds naturally nutty flavor. Those who have celiac disease or are simply on a gluten free diet can supplement their gluten free diet with quinoa.

One of the best places to buy quinoa online is through Amazon, which offers a range of bulk quinoa and quinoa products detailed below, including certified organic quinoa.

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Health Benefits of Quinoa in a Gluten Free Diet

August 7th, 2011 quinoa gluten

Importance of Quinoa in a Gluten Free Diet

The health benefits of quinoa in a gluten free diet include  providing a complete source of protein, cardiovascular health benefits, provision of antioxidant support and lowering the risk of gall stones. Quinoa is a gluten free grain that is high in protein, fiber, zinc, vitamin E, iron and selenium. In a world where Celiac disease and gluten intolerance in addition to obesity and heart problems are all too common, gluten free quinoa is a welcome addition to a healthy diet.

Quinoa, pronounced keen-wah was grown by the Incas some 5,000 years ago. It was one of their staple crops, used to give power to warriors and in ceremonial rituals. It was only in the 1980s that the plant was found in North America and cultivation near Boulder, Colorado began. Quinoa is often mistaken for grain or cereal due to the close resemblance the seeds bear, but it is actually a close relative of spinach, chard and beet.

Health Benefits of Quinoa in a Gluten Free Diet Include:

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Gluten-free AND Vegetarian: The Miracle of Quinoa

July 31st, 2011 quinoa gluten
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Gluten-free Quinoa is a versatile meal-maker

When you read or hear people talking about going gluten-free, most of the time – in my experience – they’re referring to wheat product substitutes:  bread or pasta, brownies or cakes– that are made with gluten free flours, such as rice flour.  If that substitute gluten product is then certified to be gluten-free, it is then deemed friendly for people who have Celiac’s Disease, or others, like me, who are otherwise gluten sensitive.

Sometimes these products are really great (I especially like this healthy pancake recipe mix that is both gluten-free and has no added sugars), and other times they can simply be another form of junk food—for example, gluten-free donuts and cookies have lots of added sugars and are usually highly caloric.

There are other foods that are naturally gluten-free, but few of them are sugar-free, filling, and as solid a source of protein as quinoa is.  Quinoa has become a bit of a buzzword in the last few years, through media hype of various sorts – including parodies of an effete, urban, metrosexual lifestyle – but nonetheless it remains one of the best foods out there, especially for vegetarians.  Not only does quinoa offer much greater protein quantities than one of its biggest whole-grain competitors – brown rice – it also cooks much quicker.

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10 reasons to get involved with your gluten free community

July 23rd, 2011 Gluten Free Girl

Reasons To Get Involved With Your Gluten Free Community

Studies show that people with celiac disease or who are gluten intolerant, do better, and stay healthier, when involved with a gluten free community.

  • Money – You will save money by learning about gluten free product specials from your local gluten free support group.
  • Gluten Free Products – Not only will you learn about gluten-free coupons, and specials, you will also learn about gluten free foods you may be unfamiliar with such as quinoa, gluten free products to use, and gluten free products to avoid
  • Emergencies – During an emergency it can be hard for people with food intolerances, and allergies to find food that is safe for them to eat. With a community of people who need similar food products it will be easier to find food that is safe to consume.

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Gluten Free Nutrient Dense Foods

July 1st, 2011 benefits of quinoa

 Gluten Free Foods High In Nutrition

Here are some of our favorite gluten free nutrient dense foods, along with all the essential nutrients they provide. If you have celiac disease or are simply trying to live a gluten free lifestyle you know how hard it can be sometimes to get all the nutrients you need in our gluten centric world.  We’ve also included some great gluten free recipes to help you incorporate these gluten free foods into your daily diet. Enjoy!

Brown Rice:
Manganese, Iron, Magnesium, Copper, Tryptophan, Selenium, Fiber, Complex carbohydrates, and Vitamin E

Teff:
Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Vitamin B, Protein, Carbs, Amino acids, Lysine

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American Disability Act – Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance

June 23rd, 2011 Gluten Free Girl

The ADA and Celiac Disease

 

What is the ADA?
“The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that gives protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, State and local government services, and telecommunications.”

Essentially the ADA provides the public with protection against discrimination, and provides equal employment opportunities.

How Does the ADA Define a Disability?
Under the ADA a person with a disability is described as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, has a record of such impairment, or is regarded as having such impairment.

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