Feeling Fuzzy? Gluten Brain Fog Gluten Ingestion Symptoms The clinical presentation of gluten sensitivities can vary due to the specific gluten related condition and level of sensitivity from which an individual suffers. As written by C Kessler, delaying the diagnosis of gluten sensitivities can have serious health consequences, as continued ingestion of gluten is associated … Read more
Contributor : Tris from Balanced Body Nutrition Ingredients (makes 12) 1 cup seeds (pumpkin & sunflower seeds) 1 scoop vegan protein powder (I use PranaON) 10 medjool dates 1 tbls raw cacao powder 1/2 cup (unsweetened) desiccated coconut, plus extra for rolling 1/2 cup water Instructions Blend all ingredients in a food processor until sticky. Roll … Read more
Healthy Nasi Goreng With Brown Rice Contributor : Tris from Balanced Body Nutrition (See more amazing recipes and articles here) How good is Nasi Goreng and fried rice?! The problem is commercially made ones are usually dripping in unhealthy oils, have added sugars in the sauce and generally don’t contain many good nutrients. Also be aware if you are … Read more
Eight Tips for Living Gluten-Free with Confidence Following a gluten-free diet could be challenging, here are some helpful tips to protect you in your gluten-free journey. 1. Become a label-reading expert. You need to become fluent in the language of hidden gluten! Get used to reading the ingredients labels of your favourite foods- if a … Read more
Broccoli and Caramelised Onion Tart Gluten free tarts have never sounded so appealing! Contributor : Tris from Balanced Body Nutrition (See more amazing recipes and articles here) Quiche’s or tarts make a great easy lunch or dinner with extra leftovers for lunch. If you prefer it without a base you can make the filling on its own as … Read more
Gluten-Free Doesn’t Mean Nutrition-Free! According to L Gaillard, around ‘38% of those who choose gluten-free foods cite improved health as a reason’ (2016, p.180). There is naturally a higher calorie count in many gluten-free foods, and if not properly planned, embarking on a gluten-free diet can result in some nutritional deficiencies. It is therefore important … Read more
How do I know if I am sensitive to gluten? New research has shown that gluten sensitivity isn’t ‘just a fad’, but a detectable, widespread immune response to the complexity of gluten particles! Studies have shown that people with non coeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) have gut damage and a whole-body inflammatory response after ingesting gluten. The … Read more
