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By Madison Service, 2019 Bastyr University Dietetic Intern   Curries, tandoori, tikka masala, oh my! Packed full of flavor and chock-full of nutrients, Indian food is gaining popularity in the western world. Many people seek out this colorful cuisine that offers a wide spectrum of flavors. Adventuring out of one’s comfort zone and stepping into
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Use of CBD oil for treating celiac symptoms To GIG’s knowledge, no published research exists on the use of CBD (Cannabidiol) oil for treatment of celiac disease symptoms. We cannot comment on the legitimacy or efficacy of CBD-based products, however we do have input relating to the reasons a person with celiac disease may be
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By Madison Service, 2019 Bastyr University Dietetic Intern   As you may have experienced, some friends, family members, and co-workers are overwhelmingly supportive of you and your dietary restrictions, but others… not so much. Here is a helpful guide on how to navigate some of these more difficult situations. 1. Try to approach these conversations
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By Madison Service Bastyr University Dietetic Intern (2019) What is Down Syndrome? Down syndrome (DS) is a genetic disorder characterized by a full or partial extra copy of chromosome 21 in all or some of the cells in an individual’s body and is the most common chromosomal disorder.  Chromosomes usually come in pairs of two,
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Safety of Gluten-Free Restaurant Food and Personal Testing Devices A study on this topic got a lot of attention when it was presented at a gastroenterology conference this fall. Researchers claimed their study showed that a third of “gluten-free” restaurant food was not actually gluten-free. But before you panic and decide never to eat out
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By Maya Bar-Zvi, Bastyr University Dietetic Intern, 2018 Middle Eastern culture is remarkably varied, embedded with historical roots, and spiced with flavors from around the world. The fact that this area is so rich in history, has unique geographic attributes, and is filled with organically changing cultural and religious aspects make it a prized and
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By Leia Parker, 2018 Bastyr Dietetic Intern Full of dynamic flavor and packed with fresh vegetables, Thai food has become a unique and highly nutritious addition to many people’s culinary repertoire. However, Thai cuisine can be concerning if you are gluten-free because of the many different types of sauces and flavoring components that could potentially
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2½ cups of all-purpose gluten-free flour mix 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup white sugar ¾ cup butter, softened 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract 2 eggs   In a bowl whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together and set aside. Beat together with an electric mixer, white sugar, ¾ cup butter, and 1½
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