Thursday, May 15, 2014

May is Celiac Awareness Month


I don't even know where to get started on this topic.

An estimated 1 in 133 people (or about 1% of the population) suffer from celiac disease; My younger brother was one of those people.

Less than a year ago, he passed away from this disease--Part of the reason for the gap in posts here, has been my limited free-time devoted to healing, mourning, & moderating my own diet, as gluten-intolerance is primarily a hereditary condition.

There is so much to say about the historical, social, addictive, neurological aspects of this topic and I'm not going to get into it here. A wonderful (dire, in my opinion) place to start exploring is by reading Grain Brain by neurologist David Perlmutter, MD.

Another useful read comes via a gluten-free beauty company (yes, those who are sensitive must also avoid topical sources of gluten).

Quick Delish Qinoa Bowl


 
I made this tonight, exchanging the hemp & kale chips for what I had on hand--seaweed gomashio. It was awesome! This is a keeper, as I struggle for variety in my repertoire of quick gluten-free dishes that my picky one will also eat. A little Daiya goes a long way; less than 1/2 a teaspoon and my guy cleaned up a bowl full of broccoli! Yes, yes, yes, I will take more of what this goofy, (slightly endearing) vegan chef has offer.

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Returning with a Song...

"When you forgive your imperfections
And you've auctioned all your clothes
And look to see your true reflection
You will be the one who loves you the most
You will be the one who loves you the most."
~Brett Dennon