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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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  Cynthia Kupper speaks about labeling – from organic to kosher to gluten-free in “The Labeling Law: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly.” at The Institute for Integrative Health‘s Wellness expo Nov 17,2018.  

Whether it’s your first or your tenth holiday season being gluten-free, this food-filled time of year is when new tricky situations can definitely come up. Relatives and friends visit from out of town, and parties happen with people we may not know too well. Your close friends and relatives probably know about your need to
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What You Need to Know to Stand up For Yourself By Leia Parker, 2018 Bastyr University Dietetic Intern   There is nothing wrong with being different. However, when you’re a kid all you want to do is fit in and not stand out, and this can be tough to accomplish with food intolerances. Sometimes other
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Thanksgiving dinner is undoubtedly a favorite eating holiday. The intricate menu planning, breaking bread with family, and teaching the children to bake up homemade favorites are cherished traditions, all surrounding just one meal. What will your Thanksgiving celebrating be like this year? For many, the table will be surrounded by gluten-free eaters and gluten-eaters alike.
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