What’s the difference between gluten allergies, intolerances and sensitivities?

Christine Bailey looks at the difference between gluten allergies, intolerances and food sensitivities, and how getting the correct diagnosis is imperative to managing the condition… Allergens appear in many forms: food, environment, pets, chemicals, lotions, potions and medications, to name a few. There are various types of food reactions and there is equally as much […]

How to maintain a healthy and balanced gluten-free diet

eating healthily on a gluten-free diet

Coeliac UK’s Norma McGough looks at some key elements to maintain a healthy and balanced diet when eating gluten-free… Q. How can I maintain a healthy diet if I need to eat gluten-free? A. Healthy eating recommendations for weight control on a gluten-free diet are the same as for the general population, such as aiming to eat […]

Stocking a gluten-free kitchen cupboard

gluten-free essentials

Cooking or baking gluten-free food means ensuring all your ingredients are gluten-free. Coeliac UK’s Norma McGough gives some helpful tips for stocking your kitchen cupboard… Q) What gluten free grains and flours can I stock? A) Always make sure you choose flours and any other products made from flour such as pasta, cakes, biscuits, crackers and breakfast […]

What is the process of creating gluten-free beer?

What is the process of creating gluten-free beer?

Q What is the process of creating gluten-free beer? The brewing process for 6X Gold started in our pilot micro-brewery where we trialled different versions of the recipe. We conducted multiple taste tests and decided on the best recipe, which gave the hoppy, refreshing ale we were after. We didn’t want to compromise on flavour so […]

Ask the experts… What are the potential repercussions of eating gluten when living with coeliac disease?

Q What are the potential repercussions of eating gluten when living with coeliac disease? It can be devastating to be told you’ll never eat gluten again. Upon hearing this, most coeliacs go through the recognised 5 stages of grief: Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance  The first four stages leave coeliacs vulnerable to eating gluten again. This could be: Pretending you don’t […]

Ask the experts… Can cutting out dairy help with my Eczema?

Q. Can cutting out dairy help with my Eczema?  Eczema is a non-infectious, inflammatory skin condition. It often comes in bouts, with genetic predisposition, environmental allergens, temperature, stress and food all possible aggravates. Nutritionists agree that there’s a potential link between consumption of dairy products and skin conditions. This doesn’t mean that everyone with eczema has […]