Birds Eye is making its first foray into the free-from category with the launch of a their brand new gluten-free fish fingers. “The number of gluten-intolerant consumers of those who choose not to eat it has rapidly increased over the last few years,” said Birds Eye UK marketing director, Steve Chantry. “We want to demonstrate […]
For people with coeliac disease, wheat allergies or gluten sensitivity, the options for gluten-free foods are growing. But knowing for sure whether products marketed as such are truly safe to eat can be more complicated than just reading a label. Now scientists, reporting in ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, have developed a more reliable […]
Asda has recalled all tiger bread sausage rolls after the product was found to contain milk which is not listed as an ingredient on the exterior packaging. The supermarket announced on its website the six pack posed an allergy risk for those with a lactose intolerance. People are only required to bring the products back to a store […]
There is only a limited amount of food you can eat in a single day. In order to maximise the amount of nutrients you take in, it makes sense to spend your ‘calorie budget’ wisely. The best way to do that is to simply eat the foods that carry the greatest amount and variety of […]
Q I have just been diagnosed as lactose intolerant. Where do I start? Firstly – don’t panic! It’s great that you have identified lactose as the culprit, rather than a general dairy intolerance. Think of it as good news as this means you don’t have to avoid all your favourite dairy products – there are plenty […]
A food fair catering for people with gluten intolerance kicks off this weekend at Penrith Leisure Centre. Over 40 producers from Cumbria and across the UK, will offer gluten-free bread, cakes, biscuits, beer, pies, sausages, pizza, puddings and ready-meals. The event has ran for 13 years and the sub-branch of the charity who organises it, […]
Quitting refined sugar can be tough, but given how incredibly harmful sugar can be, it is definitely worth the effort. Kris Gunners shows us some worthy alternative sweeteners… Stevia Stevia is a very popular low-calorie sweetener. It is extracted from the leaves of a plant called stevia rebaudiana. This plant has been grown for sweetness […]
Even more people will now have the chance to enjoy the great taste of Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Italy’s most iconic beer, as they launch a gluten-free beer in the UK… “Peroni’s Italian brew masters have perfected a new gluten free recipe for Italy’s most iconic beer – without compromising on taste. Peroni Nastro Azzurro Gluten Free […]
An American classic, these fluffy gluten and sugar-free blueberry and yoghurt American-style gluten-free pancakes make the perfect brunch. Blueberry & yoghurt American style gluten-free pancakes By Seasonal Berries (www.seasonalberries.co.uk) Serves 4 | Prep 10 mins | Cook 10-15 mins | Calories 241 (per serving) GF SF MF Ingredients 50g (2oz) fine polenta 50g (2oz) tapioca flour ½ […]
From a life of fast food and excess, Lucy has turned a corner and now relishes the challenge of living gluten and dairy-free… For 21 years I lead a normal, but very unhealthy lifestyle. I was happy, but just after my 21st birthday I began to feel tired, bloated, nauseous and my stomach would make […]