For all things gluten-free, read the latest features from Gluten-Free Heaven. Featuring interviews, tips and advice, and round-ups of the latest trends.
Michelle Kickham examines the science behind coeliac disease and looks at what the future may hold for those suffering with the condition… Ah, Coeliac Disease. A pizza lover’s worst nightmare. If you actually have it, you know what it really is – a right pain in the behind. Eating in a restaurant becomes complicated, and […]
Q What is a complete protein and is hemp a complete protein? Proteins are either complete or incomplete. The difference is in the amino acid composition. Our bodies need over 20 amino acids to build and repair muscles and tissues. Complete proteins, usually found in animal products, provide all the essential amino acids that your body […]
Sugar is making all the headlines for the wrong reasons – Annie Jones tells us why… We all like our sweet things. We all seem to think that it is the best way to give boundless energy on those days when we have so much to do, to see, to achieve! Sugar or caffeine are normally […]
We all want to cook-up that perfect bake, but what about making like-for-like dishes that deliver the same taste and quality as non free-from recipes? Vicki Montague from The Free From Fairy looks at some worthy alternatives… Eggs Remove eggs from your diet and you might think you will never have a meringue or cake […]
Dark chocolate is loaded with nutrients that can positively affect your health. Made from the seed of the cocoa tree, it is one of the best sources of antioxidants on the planet. Studies show that dark chocolate (not the sugary kind) can improve health and lower the risk of heart disease… Dark chocolate is very […]
Q I have a gluten intolerance, what alcohols should I avoid? In order to navigate your way round a toast-involving event, (hello wedding season) that is a very important question! You can pretty much be safe with cider, wine, most spirits, sherry, ports and liqueurs as even if a gluten-containing product is used as an ingredient, […]
Do you ever feel like you are getting ripped off in the free-from aisle? Yes, we know that feeling too. Jenna Farmer gives us her essential guide to getting the most for your buck… Whether you are coeliac, gluten intolerant or just trying to improve your health, giving up gluten is no easy task. The […]
Q How do I bake gluten-free bread in a bread machine? Will a gluten-free bread mix work in my bread machine? It’ll all depend on the type of bread machine you have. Remember, normal bread requires much more rising and kneading than gluten-free bread so you’ll need a breadmaker with either a gluten-free option or a […]
Becky Graham explains how anti-inflammatory foods can help to preserve gut health and fight off chronic disease… These days inflammatory conditions appear to be quite common, but whether that’s because they are on the increase or because we are simply more aware remains to be seen. In recent years there has been a lot of […]
Q I love baking, but recently decided to transition to a vegan diet. Are there any good substitutes I can use in my bakes instead? Baking without eggs can seem impossible, but luckily there are a few clever alternatives you can use in their place. Apple sauce, or a well-ripened, mashed banana are a great, healthy […]