Q. Why is gluten sensitivity so common? One theory was that the sharp increase in diagnosis of gluten intolerance has occurred because of greater awareness and detection. However, this now seems unlikely as a study using frozen blood samples taken from Air Force recruits 50 years ago found that intolerance of wheat and gluten was […]
Q How can I prevent gluten-free pastry from cracking? Dove Farm’s Clare Marriage answers your burning question… Of the many recipes visited at Doves Farm, our gluten-free shortcrust pastry is in the top five. How to prevent gluten-free pastry from cracking is one of the most frequently asked questions and it can certainly be minimised, if not prevented. While gluten-free […]
Q: I’ve just been diagnosed with coeliac disease and I’m concerned about eating out. How do I make sure that I won’t get any problems with cross contamination in restaurants, and even more worryingly when I go to see family and friends? A: Eating out when you have coeliac disease requires careful communication about your […]
Q: Have you got any reliable tips for making gluten-free and milk-free bread? Most homemade/ machine recipes I’ve tried end up very crumbly and heavy. Ones to buy are very expensive if not on prescription. A: Gluten-free bread doesn’t have to be crumbly or dense if you treat it more like cake batter and add […]
Q: My six-year-old daughter has just been diagnosed with a dairy intolerance, but I’m concerned about the impact cutting dairy from her diet will have – how can I make sure she gets enough calcium? I understand your concern. Since the 1950s the Milk Marketing Board has been telling us that the best source of calcium […]
Q: So what’s the deal with healthy eating? What exactly is it? And why are some people switching their diets to contain ‘healthy’ foods, only to find themselves gaining weight?! It may be that you find yourself with an intolerance (gluten for instance), that you find you no longer like the way you feel after […]
Q: What is the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates? This is one of the most common questions I’m asked in my clinic. Over the years carbohydrates have developed a negative image and so people tend to assume they are all the same. However, carbohydrates are one of three necessary macro-nutrients that provide calories in […]
Q: Why can I never seem to find gluten-free and refined sugar-free goodies? It only seems to be one or the other… Both gluten and sugar replacement ingredients tend to be more expensive than sugar and wheat flour, which are basically used as cheap fillers in a lot of goods. Free-from products already have a […]
Do you need help with your free-from cooking, or do you have a nutritional query? Email your question to nick.gregory@anthem-publishing.com to ask the experts for advice. Q: How would I know if my child has coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disease that can develop in anyone, at any age, and can be easily diagnosed by […]