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Gluten Free Gluten is a protein molecule found in wheat, rye, and barley. Almost 3 million people have celiac disease, which is an inability to tolerate gluten. It’s one of the most common genetic diseases, yet most people don’t know they have it. And millions more people are allergic to wheat, which is one of the top eight allergens. In addition, many autoimmune diseases besides celiac disease show improvement in symptoms on a gluten-free diet. Also interesting to note: many studies now show large numbers of autistic kids exhibiting improvement on a gluten-free/casein-free diet. There are other issues to consider as well. Wheat products are often high-glycemic-index foods like pastries, cakes, and cookies. These foods can contribute to obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. There is also some research showing an association between starchy foods (like bagels, bread, cookies, cake, etc) and ovarian cancer. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of symptoms of gluten intolerance. Many people believe the most common symptoms are gastrointestinal in nature, yet the majority of people with gluten intolerance have other symptoms as well such as fatigue, headaches, weight gain, moodiness and/or depression, inflammation, and muscle pain. Gluten Free Products For a variety of gluten-free products check out: Gluten-Free Mall www.glutenfreemall.com Gluten-Free Baked Goods Pamela’s Products - www.pamelasproducts.com Fabe’s All Natural Bakery - www.fabesnatural.com Nana’s Cookies - www.healthycrowd.com Health Valley Cookies - www.healthvalley.com Bob’s Red Mill Brownie Mix - www.bobsredmill.com Gluten-Free Salad Dressings Annies Natural - www.anniesnaturals.com Nasoya - www.nasoya.com Organicville - www.organicvillefoods.com Gluten-Free Pastas Amy’s Kitchen Rice Mac & Cheese - www.amyskitchen.com Edensoy Soba Buckwheat Pasta - www.edenfoods.com Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta - www.quinoa.net Gluten-Free Breads Ener-G Breads - www.ener-g.com Food for Life Rice Breads - www.foodforlife.com Gluten-Free Cereals Nature’s Path Rice Puffs - www.naturespath.com Barbara’s Bakery Corn Flakes - www.barbarasbakery.com Arrowhead Mills Rice & Shine - www.arrowheadmills.com Lactose Free and Non-Dairy Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products. It is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme lactase. Symptoms often follow ingestion of milk products and can include abdominal cramps, bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea. Some people have a mild form of lactose intolerance and don’t even realize it until they stop using dairy products and feel better. There are many other reasons for choosing non-dairy alternatives, such as those wanting a vegan diet, those needing to lower their cholesterol or fat intake, or those suffering from excessive congestion due to allergies or colds. Vegetarian chef and cookbook author Mollie Katzen says that soy milk works just as well in recipes as cow’s milk. Dairy Alternatives Soymilk, Rice Milk and Almond Milk Q’Tessence Soymilk Makers - www.qtessencesoymilkmaker.com Dressler Foods Soymilk - www.dresslerfoods.com Silk Organic Soymilk - www.silkissoy.com Edensoy Organic Soymilk - www.edenfoods.com Rice Dream - www.imaginefoods.com Blue Diamond Almond Breeze - www.bluediamond.com Non-Dairy Cheese Vegan Parmesan from Eat in the Raw www.eatintheraw.com Soya Kaas - www.wessanen.com Soy Moon Soy Cheese - www.bluemoonbrands.com Non-Dairy Ice Cream Alternatives Freezees Nutcream - www.freezees.com Rice Dream - www.imaginefoods.com Soy Delicious - www.turtlemountain.com Other Non-Dairy Products Soy Sour Cream - www.wildwoodnaturalfoods.com WholeSoy Soy Yogurt - www.wholesoyco.com Road’s End Vegan Chreese Mix - www.roadsendorganics.com Earth Balance Vegan Buttery Spread - www.earthbalance.net Amy’s Kitchen Frozen Non-Dairy Pizza - www.amyskitchen.com Free of Animal Products (Vegan) Vegetarians who choose not to eat any animal byproducts at all (such as dairy and eggs) are called Vegans. Some of the common reasons for this choice are health or medical, environmental or political, and moral, ethical or religious. There are many different vegan products on the market today, from non-dairy cheese alternatives to frozen desserts to baked goods to great meat analogs such as soy-based deli sandwhich items and veggie burgers. Over the past ten years food technology has advanced to the point that these products really taste great, and you don’t need to feel that you are “giving up” anything. They are much improved over the products on the market years ago. Even those not on a strict vegan diet can benefit from and enjoy these foods. Vegan Products Meat Alternatives Dressler Foods Soy Products - www.dresslerfoods.com Turtle Island Tofurky - www.tofurky.com Lightlife Soy Foods - www.lightlife.com Yves Tofu Dogs & Veggie Ground Round - www.yvesveggie.com Vitasoy Azumaya Tofu - www.vitasoy-usa.com Pete’s Tofu - www.petestofu.com Vegan Baked Goods Fabe’s All Natural Bakery - www.fabesnatural.com Ezekiel 4:9® Sprouted Grain Products - www.foodforlife.com Lotus Bakery - www.lotusbakery.com Pamela’s Products - www.pamelasproducts.com Rudi’s Organic Bakery - www.rudisbakery.com BruceBread - www.pacificsites.com Alternative Baking Company - www.planetdistribution.com Newman’s Own Organics - www.newmansownorganics.com Nana’s Cookies - www.healthycrowd.com Vegan Dips, Sauces & Condiments Emerald Valley Kitchen - Organic Dips, Spreads, Salsa - www.emeraldvalleykitchen.com Haig’s Hummus - www.haigsdelicacies.com MisoMayo - www.misomayo.com Other Vegan Products Golden Valley Flax - www.flaxhealth.com Plains Products Flax Meal - www.flaxmeal.com WholeFood Farmacy - bulk raw foods - www.feast.wholefoodfarmacy.com Morning Glory Prunes - www.organicprunes.com Gorge Delight JustFruit Bars - www.gorgedelights.com Leroux Creek Organic Apple Sauce - www.lerouxcreek.com Nutiva Organic Hemp Products - www.nutiva.com Vegenaise Mayonaise Alternative - www.followyourheart.com Vegan Soup from Mollie’s Natural Kitchen www.molliesnaturalkitchen.com Amy’s Kitchen Frozen Vegan Foods - www.amyskitchen.com Sulfite Free/Low Sulfites Sulfites lurk in many popular foods and beverages, under the names sulfur dioxide, sodium sulfite, sodium bisulfite, potassium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite and potassium metabisulfite. There is research showing sulfites are unhealthy, and some people react especially strongly to them. Because sulfites inhibit fungal and bacterial growth, they are sprayed on both fresh grapes and those used in winemaking. Bottled lemon and lime juices and sulfur-dried fruits also have high levels of sulfites. Sulfite-Free Dried Fruit Newman’s Own Organics - www.newmansownorganics.com Made in Nature - www.madeinnature.com Kariba Farms - www.karibafarms.com Wines with Low Sulfites Frey Vineyards www.freywine.com Vida Orgánica Wine - www.vidaorganica.com EcoVin Organics from Topolos Vineyards (no sulfites) Allergy Free Two of the most deadly food allergies are nut allergies and seafood allergies. They can result in Anaphylactic Shock, the severest form of allergeric reation. This is an often acute and sometimes fatal systemic reaction in a susceptible individual upon exposure to a specific food, such as peanuts. Reactions often include respiratory symptoms, fainting, itching, swelling of the throat or other mucous membranes and a sudden decline in blood pressure. For some allergic people, ingesting even a trace amount (such as a bit of a peanut kernel) can be life-threatening. There are many millions more people who have a much less severe allergy, but it’s still a dietary consideration. As discussed previously, there are many other food allergies such as those who are allergic to dairy products and wheat. Other common food allergies include soy, eggs, corn, and chocolate. Peanut Butter Alternatives SoyNut Butter Company - www.soynutbutter.com Manitoba Hempseed Nut Butter - www.manitobaharvest.com Artisana Organic Nut Butters - www.premierorganics.org Kozlowski Fruit Sweetened Applebutter - www.kozlowskifarms.com For more products that are allergy-free, see the other categories in this article such as Gluten Free and Vegan listed above. Yeast Free (Candida) Candida albicans is a yeast-like fungus that normally lives in healthy balance in the body, found mostly in the intestines, genital tract, mouth, and throat. When the balance is upset or your defenses are poor infection results. This is known as Candidiasis and the fungus travels to all parts of the body through the bloodstream releasing its toxins to many parts of the body. Some experts say that as much as one third of the people in industrial nations suffer from diseases associated with candida albicans. Candida thrives on carbohydrates, preserved refined foods, mold, and foods that contain yeast and gluten. People with Candidiasis should avoid processed carbohydrates, refined sugars, and dairy products except live cultured yogurt. Smoked, dried, pickled or cured foods, yeast, mushrooms, nut butter (except almond butter), fruit juices, dried or candied fruit and coffee, black tea, caffeine, carbonated drinks and alcohol should be eliminated. Nutrition experts recommend eating a nutrient-rich, organic, non-processed whole foods diet with plenty of fresh raw vegetables. Of course, this is actually the most nutritious way to eat anyway, whether you have a problem with candida or not. Refer to the list of gluten-free and dairy-free products, as well as those in the vegan products list. Cholesterol Free and Fat Free Many of us suffer from high cholesterol, and many more of us have weight concerns. These two things contribute greatly to the health problems of Americans, from heart disease and stroke to diabetes and cancer. Although we now know that the fat-free craze of the past was wrong, and that some fats are actually good for you, there is still a legitamate need to watch our saturated fat intake and cholesterol. Reducing Inflammation The term arthritis refers to many different rheumatic diseases that affect the joints, muscles, and bones, as well as other tissues and structures. There is research indicating that our diet affects inflammation levels, especially diets high in sugar and saturated fats. Watching what we eat and choosing certain supplements can reduce or prevent arthritis and other inflammatory diseases. Getting a good supply of omega-3 fatty acids--found in oily fish such as salmon, sardines, herring, and mackerel--is recommended by many holistic health experts. Taking a fish oil capsule is also beneficial. It is also good to eat walnuts, freshly ground flaxseeds or flaxseed oil, and soy foods. Steer away from safflower, sunflower, corn and sesame oils, as well as polyunsaturated vegetable oils. Use walnut, flaxseed, or extra virgin olive oils instead. Supplements for Reducing Inflammation Zyflamend from New Chapter - www.new-chapter.com Inflamax - www.inflamax.com Zone Fish Oil Caps - www.searslabs.com Synthovial Seven™ from Human Body Recon Co. - www.humanbodyrecon.com Sugar Free Over 18 million people in the United States suffer from diabetes. This is actually a group of diseases (type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes) characterized by high levels of blood glucose resulting from defects in insulin production, insulin action, or both. Carbohydrates are the key to successful dietary management of diabetes. As well as watching sugar intake, people with diabetes need to stay away from high glycemic foods such as bagels, bread, cookies, and cake. Many of the products made by natural foods companies that are vegan, gluten free and/or dairy free are also low in sugar and perfect for those with diabetes. In years past there was a specialized market for diabetic products, but those manufacturers did not embrace a holistic approach or consider themselves “health food.” That has been changing, and a blending of the two sectors has gradually developed. Many other people have concerns about sugar content, including those with weight problems, high blood triglyceride levels, and those with dental issues. Many of the companies mentioned in the other categories of this article have little or no added sugar. For more information visit www.diabeteshelpcenter.com Sugar Free Products SteviaPlus Sugar Substitute - www.sweatleaf.com Kozlowski Farms 100% Juice Sweetened Fruit Spreads - www.kozlowskifarms.com Morning Glory Organic Prune Juice - www.organicprunes.com Leroux Creek Organic Applesauce - www.lerouxcreek.com Gorge Delight JustFruit Bars - www.gorgedelights.com Nature’s Path Corn Flakes - www.naturespath.com Lundberg Organic Rice Cakes - www.lundberg.com Pesticide Free (Organic) Many people are concerned about the pesticide and herbicide levels in the foods they consume. See www.ota.com for more information. Organic Bread and Baked Goods Rudi’s Organic Bakery - www.rudisbakery.com French Meadow Bakery - www.frenchmeadow.com Newman’s Own Organics - www.newmansownorganics.com Organic Soymilk and Rice Milk Silk Organic Soymilk - www.silkissoy.com Edensoy Organic Soymilk - www.edenfoods.com Lundberg Farms Organic Drink Rice www.lundberg.com Organic Dips, Salsa and Spices Emerald Valley Kitchen - www.emeraldvalleykitchen.com Arora Organics Indian Spices - www.aroracreations.com Whole Spice Organic Spices - www.wholespice.com Organic Soy Foods Turtle Island Organic Soy Products - www.tofurky.com White Wave Tofu - www.whitewave.com Organic Dairy Products Horizon Organics - www.horizonorganic.com Stonyfield Farm - www.stonyfield.com Organic Valley - www.organicvalley.com Organic Wine and Beer Frey Vineyards www.freywine.com EcoVin Organics from Topolos Vineyards Eel River Brewing Company - www.climaxbeer.com Bison Beer - www.bisonbrew.com Organic Fruit Products Morning Glory Organic Prunes - www.organicprunes.com Leroux Creek Organic Applesauce - www.lerouxcreek.com Nana Mae’s Organics - www.nanamae.com Organic Chocolate Dagoba Organic Chocolate - www.dagobachocolate.com Rapunzel Organics - www.rapunzel.com Shaman Organic Chocolate - www.shamanchocolates.com Organic Coffee Café Mam Organic Coffee - www.cafemam.com Caffé Ibis Organic Coffee - www.caffeibis.com Other Organic Products Nutiva Organic Hemp Products - www.nutiva.com Road’s End Organics Vegan Foods - www.roadsendorganics.com Imagine Natural Organic Soups - www.imaginefoods.com Amy’s Kitchen - www.amyskitchen.com Diestel Turkey - www.diestelturkey.com New Chapter Organic Supplements - www.new-chapter.com Artisana Organic Nut Butters - www.premierorganics.com Bob’s Red Mill - www.bobsredmill.com Fairfield Farm Kitchens - www.fairfieldfarmkitchens.com Kettle Chips - www.kettlefoods.com Dr. Bronner’s - www.drbronner.com Related Info: Alternative Health
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