Gluten-Free Heaven’s gluten-free diet recipes, resources and articles to help you get the most from your Free-From lifestyle.
Q Is it true that nobody can properly metabolise gluten? In short, yes. For many people it appears that humans lack the enzyme needed to metabolise/process gluten. Studies have shown that gluten/gliadin appears to be stable and not broken down by all gastric, pancreatic and intestinal brush-border membrane proteases (enzymes). This confirms that gluten is very poorly digested and passes through more or less […]
A calorie conscious, gluten-free take on the classic, zesty key lime pie. This key lime pie is the most perfect dessert to serve up on a summer’s day! Key Lime Pie By Truvia® (www.truvia.co.uk) Serves 6-8 | Prep 25 mins plus chilling | Cook 35-37 mins | Calories 233 (per serving) GF SF MF Ingredients 1 packet […]
As many people who live with chronic illness know, laughter is sometimes the best medicine. A sense of humour can be essential to getting up each day and moving forward, despite the many challenges that chronic illness may bring with it. So here’s some funny pictures that perfectly sum up what it’s like to live with […]
Q I have just been diagnosed with coeliac disease, where do I start? Like anything in life, we must always see the positive in situations. Being diagnosed with coeliac disease can be extremely daunting and the ‘why me?’ syndrome can spiral into a negative depression, which is the last thing you need. Take some time to research, and I […]
You might imagine that finding food that’s gluten-free in Italy is almost impossible, as many of their dishes traditionally feature gluten-rich foods. But times are changing, as resident Italian chef Ambra Torelli found when she discovered just how far her country’s acceptance of coeliac disease has come in recent years… In the homeland of pizza, pasta, biscotti […]
Fudgy, moist, chocolate brownies, with a hint of orange. You’ve never guess that these chocolate orange brownies are healthy! Not only that, they’re also gluten-free and dairy-free too – perfect for a not-so naughty mid-morning treat! Fudgy Chocolate Orange Brownies By Donna of Eighty20Nutrition. Serves 12 | Prep Time 10 min | Cook Time 30 min GF SF DF […]
This rich, fruity and ever-so-slightly boozy chocolate, almond and prune torte is a must-try recipe! And it’s particularly scrumptious when served with double cream or a little crème fraîche. Squidgy chocolate, almond and prune torte By Lucinda Bruce-Gardyne (www.geniusglutenfree.com) Serves 8-10 | Prep 25 mins plus soaking | Cook 35-40 mins | Calories 366 (per serving) […]
This hazelnut, plum and cinnamon tart not only looks charmingly rustic, it’s full of delicious flavours that make for a truly decadent pudding. If you want to shake it up, you could try replacing the halved plums with sliced nectarines, apricots or apples. Hazelnut, plum and cinnamon tart By Lucinda Bruce-Gardyne (www.geniusglutenfree.com) GF MF Serves 6-8 […]
Dark chocolate, particularly raw dark chocolate not only tastes delicious, it comes with a myriad of health benefits too, from improving health, brain function and lowering the risk of heart disease. So what could be a better way to celebrate International Chocolate Day on 7th July than with Honest Eat’s gluten-free dark chocolate brownie recipe! Simple Gluten-Free Chocolate Brownie Serves […]
This traditional, hearty gluten-free spaghetti bolognese is a real crowd-pleaser! Gluten-Free Spaghetti Bolognese By Knorr (www.knorr.co.uk) Serves 4 | Prep 20 mins | Cook 35 mins | Calories 459 (per serving) Ingredients 1 Knorr Beef Stock Pot 1 garlic clove, peeled, mashed 2 onions, peeled, finely chopped 100g (3½oz) carrots, peeled 100g (3½oz) leeks, very […]