A Beginner's Guide to Creating a Cozy Compost at Home

Embarking on the journey of composting can feel like stepping into a whole new world of sustainability and gardening joy. Don't fret and worry if you're a beginner – creating your own compost is a simple and fulfilling process that anyone can master. We all have to start from somewhere and try to optimize our lifestyle choices. As a Celiac or any type of gluten-free journey, you have a second chance at life. Your education on food ingredients, removing artificial foods and exploring the world of sourcing foods of all types includes composting to grow your own food in your backyard.  Now, let's explore the steps together and create a warm, nurturing environment for your composting adventure.

Decoding the Gluten-Free Oreos: A Peek Behind the Ingredients

Hello cookie enthusiasts! The world of gluten-free treats just got a bit more exciting with the arrival of gluten-free Oreo cookies from Nabisco. For those who have been patiently waiting to enjoy the classic Oreo experience without the gluten, it seemed like a dream come true. However, let's take a closer look together at the ingredient list to see if these cookies are as delightful as they seem or if there might be a lot of room for improvement. Nabisco's gluten-free Oreos have brought a lot of joy to those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. Finally, a chance for everyone to join in on the Oreo fun without the auto-immune / toxic gluten-related attack. But, before we dive into the snacking adventure, let's chat about what makes up these sweet treats and whether they live up to the hype.

Covid 19 and Gluten Free Living

Gluten free living was always a challenge, but now, there are even more hurdles. With COVID 19 restrictions everywhere and no end in sight there continues to be a never ending road of mystery ahead for those on a gluten free and allergen free lifestyle. 

If you dine out, many restaurants are still only providing take out. Are they being more careful or the same to adhere to a strict gluten-free request? I continue to trust only the same, tiny amount of local restaurants and route them in our meal plan. 

Meanwhile depending on which state you reside or travel to some allow you to eat indoors. At times it feels like you may be in a different word based on the amount of mask restrictions or openness. Nevertheless, communicating with a mask to a waiter with a mask provides more anxiety to those with restrictions on gluten based foods and with allergies. Simply because trust is built on verbal communication and non verbal cues in person. 

Real Food Real Health Resolution

Who loves food? Who doesn't? Food is not only essential to our development from our early days but responsible for our ability to fight off challenges related to immune health, too. I believe we are what eat and we need to choose our delicacies in moderation. Can you eat veggies and fruits all day? Have you tried any new spices, teas, or fungi?  Are you living a flexitarian lifestyle of both meat and plants? What we as gluten free peeps can't risk is flirting with foods that contain or have risk of cross contamination of gluten.  This damages our health, visibly or silently. So keep saying, no, to those gluten everyday temptations and say heck yay to the world of fresh ingredients and less packaged or processed foods as you prepare your meals, snacks at home and when you leave the door. When you do choose a packaged processed food, eat them in moderation, mixed with an active healthy lifestyle, in the sun, and having fun all year round with those you love. 

NJ Gluten Free Nourished Festival October 5th and 6th

It's that time of year again when you can explore trusted and credible gluten-free brands all in one place! This is practically a dream come true for those with Celiac Disease or other gluten and allergen sensitivities. The backbone of the type of event is that all brands must adhere to strict gluten-free protocol to be permitted to sample and sell at the event per the FDA guidelines < 20ppm gluten cross contamination.  Always double check with the people at the booth before sampling to ensure your lifestyle / dietary guidelines are discussed and the utensils and appliances used to cook, prepare and organize samples are also safe for you. Yes. you can even buy products so bring some bags and cooler bags :) Bring your entire family, friends and share with your co-workers.  I'll see you there!

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