Dr. Fasano Recognized With Linus Pauling Award

"Until doctors start practicing the fundamental principles of health and wellness in their own lives, they will (in my humble opinion) be under qualified to give advice to sick people." Dr Fasano

Those with a gluten sensitivity have been longing for an deeper understanding into what may be their conditional needs and diagnosis outside of Celiac Disease and doctors telling them they are crazy.

Gluten-Free @Colorado Rockies' Baseball Game on July 20th

Celiac Disease & Gluten-Free Awareness

Saturday, July 20th

Rockies vs Cubs

@Coors Field

Many sports stadiums are offering gluten-free food kiosks that are designated areas to provide contamination free gluten-free foods for Celiacs and everyone else interested in avoiding gluten.

If you're a Celiac you should enjoy this awesome day at the ball park. And in the future whenever you're traveling search on GlutenFreeCalendar.com for gluten-free events all over the USA. It's a terrific site to keep you in the know of events in your area.

NuGo (Nutrition To Go) Gluten-Free Product Review

Ladies and gentlemen, introducing a delicious energy bar for all gluten-free lifestylists. I've been taken to a whole new level of amusement, intrigue and satisfaction when it comes to shopping in the health grocery for a gluten-free energy bar. NuGo (Nutrition on the go) has jam packed full of protein, natural ingredients, and of course the feel good gluten-free certification on most of their products, but not all so read the labels. I've been excited for this Gluten-Free product review.

Interviewed by Extend Nutrition on GF Snacks

Gluten-free snacks gain momentum during Allergy Awareness Month

Extend Nutrition confirms gluten-free status of bars, crisps, drizzles and shakes

“We recognize the need for healthy, gluten-free snacks and foods, and have developed a line that is both gluten-free and healthy.” - Jonathan Lindberg, Extend Nutrition outreach manager.

ST. LOUIS, MO - Craig Franzblau takes gluten-free labels seriously and if he dines outs he makes sure the restaurant guarantees that the food it says is gluten-free actually is.

“I read every ingredient and always have a few gently asked questions to ask a human being before I purchase or put anything into my body,” he said.

Craig has celiac disease, an autoimmune digestive condition that causes damage to the small intestines and interferes with the absorption of nutrients from food. The disease is triggered by the consumption of gluten, which is found in wheat, barley and rye.

Best Cracker Is Crunchmasters Gluten-Free Product Review

CrunchMasters are indeed a fantastic crunchy cracker that you may not have experienced until today. I sampled a variety of their certified gluten-free multi-grain crackers, multi-seed crackers and kids crisps, but they also have a 7 ancient grain crackers, rice crackers and large club packs as well. They are made in the USA for gluten-free consumers especially the true Celiac who is seeking a better tasting, quality and variety during their snacking needs. 

For me, a snacking beast, the Crunchmaster crackers come in handy during social events at home or should be brought to other home parties. They're specifically served best during exciting basketball, soccer and football home parties when the snacky cravings for hummus, cheese, sour cream and guacamole are always in one hand and a cocktail is in the other.

Product: Cruchmaster is the crunchies cracker on the GF market! How they precisely did this I don't quite know, but to be a certified gluten free product with this monster crunch is rare and awesome. Other gluten-free crackers snap or crunch in some form, but lack the natural flavors and mouth feel that these do, hence the name Crunchmasters.

Nuwi - Quinoa Smoothie For Everyone Gluten-Free Product Review

There has been a sharp rise of gluten free ingredient, quinoa, into the alternative lifestyle over the past 10 + years. I like this movement. What hasn't been done yet with quinoa until recently though, according to my research, is a delicious gluten free morning rich  smoothie/snack drink to start your your day.

Taste Your Bread With Rudis Gluten-Free Product Review

Rudis gluten-free bread review by @GlutenFreeG

For awhile gluten-free breads were cheap, fluffy, holed, and not tasty. Then came Rudi's who has done it better.  The good news is that Rudis gluten-free breads come in three improved tasty recipes and constantly innovating in a very competitive gluten-free bread category. There is so much innovation happening I'm hooked so far on this cinnamon raisin and excited for a nutrient dense multi-grain bread that can toast well. 

Contamination Reality

What's the latest in the world of gluten-free contamination?

Being gluten-free can be a bit lonely and at times you may feel socially separated. We've all felt that way and that's okay because we are different. It's important to understand and feel confident that you're not like everyone else because you can't eat gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, malts and more.

I was recently reading this article from Celiac.com about gluten-free students who are stepping up to the reality that they can't eat from their own university dining hall. They can't eat at restaurants either because of the high level of contamination. We've seen many restaurants around the globe create gluten-free menus, offer to come up with a unique dish for you, but is it safe enough?

Denver Food Fair & Rudi's Twitter Prize Giveaway!

Celiacs, today is a great day to be in the state of Colorado for Denver Metro Celiac Support Group's Sixth Annual - Incredible, Edible Gluten-Free Food Fair.

In Denver this morning gluten-free consumers, health advocates and eager gluten-free enthusiasts will be heading to Denver Merchandise Mart - 451 East 58th Avenue from 10am-4pm today. Expect around 100 local and national vendors such as Rudi's Gluten-Free Bakery who will be on hand to tempt you with delicious gluten-free cakes, cookies, breads, flour mixes and other product samples. It's an opportunity to speak with local restaurants, doctors, chiropractors and much more.

GlutenFreeG's 

Rudi's Tortillas Prize Give-Away:

Begins: Sunday, Aug 19th

Ends: Satuday, Aug 25th

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Dear Gluten-Free consumers and/or those who have ever heard of the Gluten-Free lifestyle movement,

The gluten-free movement has grown albeit entering near mainstream, is at a pivotal moment for improvement or destruction to our health. I need not scare you, but I challenge you to educate yourself more fully about gluten-free food ingredients and manufacturer preparation.

Gluten is the common name for the proteins in specific grains that are harmful to persons with Celiac Disease. These proteins are found in ALL forms of wheat (including durum, semolina, spelt, kamut, einkorn and faro) and related grains rye, barley and triticale and MUST be eliminated. Celiac Disease (CD) is a lifelong inherited autoimmune condition affecting children and adults. When people with CD eat foods that contain gluten, it creates an immune-mediated toxic reaction that causes damage to the small intestine and does not allow food to be properly absorbed. Even small amounts of gluten in foods can affect those with CD and cause health problems.

Hurry Up, Kettle Cuisine GF Contest Gluten-Free Product Review

Gree tings All,  my good friends at Kettle Cuisine are hosting a really fun and east cotest for a chance to win a weekend getaway in Boston this Spring.

Learn more at their Facebook right away! They also created a short video to understand the contest even more on YouTube.

Rules: Take a pic of you with any of the Kettle Cuisine soup packages in a fun, interesting way and post it on their Facebook.  Get all of your friends and family to vote for you!

Hurry, contest ends by Jan 31! Hurry!

GF FDA Regulations Coming!

Gluten-Free in the mainstream for the right cause yesterday.  CBS reports that the FDA mentions they will push regulations to monitor Gluten-Free claims.

The issues, as shared many times before, are that companies are not held accountable for claiming gluten-free labeling, which has nearly no regulations to date. And to max out the trials and tribulations that those with Celiac Disease suffer vs those with are on the gluten free band wagon. 

Protect Celiacs w/ Gaining Gluten-Free Awareness!

My grandfather just sent me an article like this one but from Florida Sun Sentinel about the growing interest to the public about going gluten-free. Thanks Pop!

This is good news, right? maybe? not quite... This is a terribly concerning article for Celiacs...

THE TRAGEDY:

The major concern I have when I see articles like this (more are circulating about benefits to going gluten-free to the masses each week) is that people like myself who are diagnosed Celiacs, have to eat gluten-free (strictly 100% gluten-free) for medical reasons. Therefore if a company, restaurant or anyone else wants to join the band wagon to cater to make money on this growing market opportunity they must learn how to prepare gluten-free foods and guarantee food is safe for Celiacs, too not just the followers.  

"If a restaurant offers 'gluten-free' options on their menu and I can't eat it as a Celiac,  since I asked them detailed questions about their kitchen, well guess what, it's not gluten-free!" 

-Craig F (Colorado)

Think Thin Bars... Delicious & Natural Gluten-Free Product Review

As an avid hiker, runner and foodie I constantly am looking for high protein, nutritious, great tasting energy bars to help me conquer my workout goals and adventures. Think Thin has improved their core offering and I'm excited to see the whole ingredients popping from the bar. 

It's not easy to find, but I demand food that taste great and does a lot for my body needs while being 100% gluten-free; which means zero gluten ingredients and zero contamination in the manufacturing factory, of course, which Think Thin promises.  Watch their awesome gluten-free video here...

Gluten Free Means 100% No Gluten. California Pizza Kitchen's Cross Contamination Is Harming People!

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:

The gluten-free diet was created for people with an auto immune digestive disease called Celiac Disease.  There is a major epidemic going on right now that can be summarized into two main issues for our gluten-free community to understand:

1. Restaurants who claim to be gluten-free and are not
2. People who eat gluten but say they're gluten-free

The NDDIC reports, The only treatment for Celiac Disease is a gluten-free diet.... For most people, following this diet will stop symptoms, heal existing intestinal damage, and prevent further damage.... To stay well, people with Celiac Disease must avoid gluten for the rest of their lives. Eating even a small amount of gluten can damage the small intestine. The damage will occur in anyone with the disease, including people without noticeable symptoms. Depending on a person's age at diagnosis, some problems will not improve, such as short stature and dental enamel defects. To stay well, people with celiac disease must avoid gluten for the rest of their lives. Eating even a small amount of gluten can damage the small intestine. The damage will occur in anyone with the disease, including people without noticeable symptoms. Depending on a person's age at diagnosis, some problems will not improve, such as short stature and dental enamel defects.

Kay's Naturals Offer Protein Punch Snacks Gluten-Free Product Review

Kay's Natural offers a wide variety of high protein snacks

Kay's Naturals is one of those great companies that think/execute gluten-free out side of the box.  Kays offer a wide variety of pretzel, chips, crackers cereal snacks but with much higher protein, fiber etc for those who are Diabetic and those with Celiac Disease... They are certified gluten-free, too! This means they are good enough for a hike, bike, post run or whenever you are being active and want a solid nutritious snack.


Kay’s Naturals products were developed by Dr. Massoud Kazemzadeh (known as “Dr. Kay”) for his first wife Linda, a juvenile diabetic. It was also nice to read that Kay's Naturals recently received a 2011 Trailblazer Award for innovative, wellness-promoting snack foods, so you know there up to something great here!


I truly enjoyed all of them and since they come in bite size bags your portion control is .... controlled. You can buy them per case and they usually have a bunch of bags included, so you're not buying one large bag at a time typically. My favorites were Cinnamon toast pretzels, Apple Cinnamon Cereal and Cookie bites (all with lots and lots of protein). 


Recommend to Active Celiac: 5 out of 5
Recommend to Active Peeps: 4 out of 5

Kettle Cuisine Quick Soups Fill You Up! Gluten-Free Product Review

Here it is.... just finished up my Kettle Cuisine product tasting and I am quite pleased!  They have been making soup since 1986 (when the NY Mets won the World Series and NY Giants won the Superbowl) so that was a great year to be in any kind of business, haha! They have their eyes and ears open to the ground with allergies in mind, protecting us Celiacs who need TLC. Look for their Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Dairy Free and Low Fat symbols.

I've tried nearly all of their product line at this point and I was thrilled with the Chicken Soup with rice noodles, Southwestern Chicken and Corn Chowder, Tomato soup with garden vegetables as my elite top 3.... And I can humbly say they were all tasty.

They microwave very simply in just a few minutes and there is no major splatter mess either. So you can have a quick, healthy, filling small meal at home, on the go, or when you're in a rush.  Recommended to all Gluten-Free customers who enjoy soup as much as I do and demand lots of flavor.   Check out their blog, too when you have time! Also they tweet often as well and engage with customers.

They are available in just about every state in the country which is convenient. I just couldn't find easily how much it cost in most places, but I would imagine it's reasonable. Enjoy friends !!!

Recommend Kettle Cuisine to Celiac: 5 out of 5

Recommend Kettle Cuisine to Everyone: 4.5 out of 5

Top Shelf Cocktail Mix To Be Reviewed By Prominent GF Bloggers

Available online
Colorado & California

Top Shelf's cocktail mixers are about to undergo a Gluten-Free Summer BBQ Tasting by 10 prominent Gluten-Free bloggers all over the country (look out for more info). 

Just add your favorite liquor: 3 to 1 ratio

1. Made from real gluten free fruit ingredients (< 10ppm)
2. Taste crisp/fresh < 70 calories per serving, lower in sugar
3. Ideal for cocktail evenings, bbq and corporate events
4. Buy low price online for $8.99/bottle + free shipping

Rudi's QA Interview w/ Gluten Free G!

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Please check out  RUDI's Organic Bakery - interview with Gluten Free G and comment on their page. I see this as the perks of Gluten-Free living :)

Popcorners, You Had Me @ Hello Jalapeno! Gluten-Free Product Review

Pop Corners are a hit! Just when you thought the chip category and/or pop corn category couldn't innovate.  Utilizing non-GMO verified corn with a corn/chip and addicting flavor profile that will make your eyes roll :) Too good in fact to keep around if you lack will power like I do sometimes. haha. 

Channel 8 & 9 News Reports on Chef in Glenwood Springs

I'd like to take this moment and thank KJCT8 & Colorado 9 news for reporting last night on this important matter:  These are MUST see reports! Click below.


News is that Damian Cardone moved to NJ.... restaurants beware! diners beware!


KJCT8 news: Chef deliberateyl tries to make customers sick. Link
Colorado 9 news: Chef's gluten-free secret posted online uproar. Link

Chef Damian J Cardone calls Gluten Free Diners Idiots

This Colorado chef Damian Cardone, who people have trusted to cook food for with allergies, sensitivities, etc posts on his Facebook that he has purposely poisoned innocent gluten free patrons with gluten pasta after they requested a gluten free meal.

Perhaps, the most disturbing chef related story ever reported to date that I am aware of. Imagine yourself, going to a restaurant and trusting them with your life, only to find out that the chef doesn't believe you actually have an allergy and could poison you, at worst kill you!!!

I must admit this hurts the Gluten Free Community immediately. How can we trust certain companies, manufacturers and chefs when this comes out to the public. It's important though, that all trust is NOT lost because we know there are so many great companies, small and large,  who do care, unlike Damian Cardone. But please, be wary, more careful than ever before. 

This news has it the gluten free community turned UP SIDE DOWN and this will not be the last of the repercussions around what is in store for this uneducated, inconsiderate, ruthless individual who may have an illness of his own.  We can only hope that someone can find him, speak with him and understand why he has hate, distrust and malicious behavior wrapped up in his life.

Our community leaders asks that you re-post, re-tweet and report Damien Cardone's story to your local bloggers, restaurant owners and of course any TV news providers as soon as possible to help us put a stop to this man's efforts to poison innocent people and have him never work again in the food, beverage and hospitality industries.

Here is a link to view the Facebook post and see it for yourself. I also have many screen shots of the post, his page and his info.

Getting To Know Breeze Bars Gluten-Free Product Review

The best way to enjoy an energy bar is after a workout, for me it was just over a  5k outdoor run. You know the feeling, you just ran your butt off, your'e feeling good overall in the muscles, after drinking some water you're body is feeling light, fit and pulsates from pushing your limits.  After some solid stretching and cooling down though your body needs nourishment to level off.