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My top 6 gluten free, dairy free snacks
Here are my top six gluten free, dairy free snacks to keep you and your children healthy and happy. Snacking on a restricted diet doesn’t have to be complicated. #1 Berries and coconut yoghurt. This winning combination tastes like desert but is nutritious and filling. It’s the perfect afternoon tea for kids and adults alike. … Read more
‘May contain gluten’ explained
Food-label warnings like ‘may contain gluten’ can be tricky to interpret. If you have coeliac disease or are sensitive to gluten, chances are you’ll be a little confused about this type of labelling. What does ‘may contain gluten’ mean? Statements such as ‘may contain…’, ‘may contain traces of…’ or ‘processed on equipment also used for…’ … Read more
Gluten and skin reactions
Gluten can’t cause damage to the small intestine when it’s absorbed through the skin. If you have coeliac disease or dermatitis herpetiformis, you don’t need to worry about gluten in cosmetics or medicines that are topically applied (to the skin, hair, nails, etc). Rarely, gluten/wheat may cause skin irritation Some people with coeliac disease report … Read more
Gluten & dairy free brownie recipe
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 … Read more
Does coeliac disease run in 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 … Read more
The coeliac genes
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 … Read more
Gluten-free playdough
This gluten-free playdough recipe is quick and simple to make. The kids won’t notice the difference and you won’t panic if they take the odd lick! Ingredients: 1 cup white rice flour 1/2 cup cornflour 1/2 cup salt 1 Tbsp cream of tartar 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 cup warm water Food colouring, as desired … Read more
A history of coeliac disease
If gluten is a no-go for you, you would have come across your fair share of non-believers. Comments like, “There was no such thing in my day” and “Just a little bit won’t hurt” can wear you out, but are they true? Let’s have a look at the first of these — “There was no … Read more
The gluten challenge
A blood antibody test, ordered by your GP, is the first step in working out whether or not you have coeliac disease. If this is positive, you’ll be referred to a gastroenterologist, who will take biopsies from your small intestine to look at under a microscope in order to confirm the diagnosis. But, there’s one … Read more
Coeliac disease — more common than you think
Coeliac disease affects more than one in 70 New Zealanders. Increased awareness is what’s needed to help the estimated 57,000 New Zealanders who have coeliac disease but don’t know it. An autoimmune condition with symptoms triggered by the ingestion of gluten (a protein found in wheat, rye and barley), coeliac disease is thought to affect … Read more
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