What Is Gluten & Do I Need To Avoid It?

Posted by dxavier on May 17, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

glutenby Shereen Jegtvig

First, the short answers to that question.  Gluten is a protein found in most grains and no, you probably don’t need to avoid it.  However, many people who do need to stay away from gluten don’t know it yet.

Now for the longer explanations.  Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, tricale, spelt and rye so you’ll find large amounts of gluten in breads, cereals, pastas, pastries, cookies, cakes and anything made with wheat and the other gluten-containing grains.  Gluten gives allows bread to rise and keep its shape and texture.  Read more

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The Best Gluten-Free Asian Salad Dressings

Posted by axavier on April 1, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

salad-dressing-125x125by Shereen Jegtvig for foodessentials
An Asian dressing is a tasty way to top a healthy salad. There are so many possible flavors — sesame, sweet and sour, and ginger dressings are all distinctly different and delicious. Adding flavor to your diet is important, especially if you have to follow a strict diet to eliminate gluten, which seems to be everywhere. Read more

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