Having A Bad Day #WW w/Linky
So hard to believe two weeks ago we were swimming and today we are putting on boots (well I am!). This ball our kids played with cracked me up. The facial expression says it all!
Author: cvegnad
September 18, 2013
September 16, 2013
What is Celiac Disease?
The term gluten free has begun to pop up frequently in the news, grocery stores and restaurants. The term is often used to describe the diet that a person with celiac disease is required to follow in order to prevent numerous symptoms from developing. Many individuals have adopted this diet to help ease the symptoms of gluten intolerance (myself included!) and wheat allergies.
Celiac disease is a disease that effects the small intestine by damaging the lining and interferes with the absorption of required nutrients from their food intake. Individuals with this disease can not digest gluten which is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley.
There are many symptoms of celiac disease that include: weight loss, abdominal cramping/swelling/bloating, constipation, vomiting, muscle cramps and fatigue.
The best way to be diagnosed is to see your family doctor. They will review your symptoms and more than likely send you for a simple blood test that will check for antibodies related to celiac disease. If you are diagnosed with celiac disease following a gluten free diet is essential.
Gluten intolerance is similar more so to lactose intolerance. The individual will experience similar symptoms but the antibodies are not present. Sometimes preparing a food diary is helpful to keep track of your health symptoms and as you eliminate (under the full guidance of your family doctor and if possible a dietitian!) gluten out of your diet you can see if this is working for you. I found this to be helpful for myself to pin point where I was developing symptoms and how/if they were alleviated by removing certain foods out of my diet.
Check out some of these helpful tips from UDI’s on how to deal with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
Are you or do you know someone who is suffering with Celiac disease? Do they struggle with this diet?
September 16, 2013
Toronto Gluten Free Expo 2013
I had the pleasure of working the Glutino and UDI’s booth this weekend at the Gluten Free Expo in Toronto. I had an incredible time! I met some fantastic people, sampled some delicious gluten free products and the new incoming products.
There were a lot of exhibitors present at the event – many I had never heard of and each offered something unique and exciting. Many booths offered samples (like a box of pasta!), information and so much more. I gained so much knowledge and insight at this event! Especially in regards to the challenges so many people out there face when trying to prepare meals and grocery shop.
Here are a few of the shots I was able to capture on Sunday.
My favourite product of the day had to be the Glutino baked potato crisps! Everyone in my family loved them and could not believe they were gluten free! They taste so much better than other baked crisps I have ever tried.
September 11, 2013
Wholly Guacamole! #Giveaway
Do you love to OMGuac your lunch?
Do you want to do it for free??
Wholly Guacamole has kindly provided me with six free product coupons to give to one of my lucky readers! Each coupon is good for one Wholly Guacamole or Wholly Salsa (any variety) and valued up to $6.00 each!
Enter for a chance to win all six free product coupons in the Rafflecopter below. Best of Luck!
Contest is Open to Residents of Canada, 18 years of age and older.
September 10, 2013
Roses #WW
My beautiful roses from my husband and children! I love flowers – roses and gerberas are definitely my favourite.
