Gluten & dairy free brownie recipe

Gluten free and dairy free brownie recipie

Looking for an easy gluten-free, dairy-free brownie recipe that’s kid-friendly, beginner-proof, and made from pantry staples? This simple, coeliac-safe treat is my go-to. It’s perfect for bake sales, shared plates, or for when guests aren’t used to gluten-free food. Try it, you’ll love it!  Ingredients: 125g butter (or dairy free spread) ¼ cup of cocoa […]

Does coeliac disease run in families?

Child with coeliac disease showing how coeliac disease can be passed down through families

If you or someone in your family has coeliac disease, it’s natural to wonder about whether it will be passed down to your children. In New Zealand, coeliac disease is common and having a close relative with the condition does increase the risk. Here’s what parents need to know about genetics, risk, introducing gluten to […]

The coeliac genes

Illustrating how coeliac genes mean coeliac disease is hereditary

Coeliac disease has a hereditary component, which is why you’re more likely to develop coeliac disease if you have family members with the condition. More than 99% of people with coeliac disease have either the HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8 gene (or parts of them), but these genes aren’t rare – in fact, around 30% of the […]