Siete tortilla with Nutella

 Simple dessert but delicious! Perfect for Holidays or a special breakfast treat. I took a Siete chic pea tortilla and fried it for a minute in a pan with butter flipping halfway. Then I spread it with Nutella. Rolled it up and put more Nutella on top. Then sprinkled with powdered sugar. You will not regret it!

Some of Siete's tortillas contain Xanthan gum and some do not. This gum is derived from corn and must be avoided. Always check labels. Ingredients can also change without warning.

Powdered sugar must not contain corn starch. I find that the organic sugar usually uses tapioca flour.

#crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #foodasmedicine #dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet #naturalcurecrohns

#Sietetortilla #xanthangum #cornfreepowderedsugar #awesomedessert 

Tuna salad

 This was a great breakfast! It's nice to get some protein in the morning. Two things to consider here. First off, the tuna must be packed in water. The oils are too iffy and may contain corn oil. Second, I only use Vegenaise brand mayonnaise. This is because Vegenaise uses apple cider vinegar and not white distilled vinegar. This is one of my most important rules for keeping me in remission. I mixed it straight with the tuna and veggies. No other ingredients. 

It was served on an Against the Grain brand roll. 

Avoiding all gluten and corn as well as derivatives of. gluten and corn has kept me pretty much in remission for 14 years.

#glutenfree #cornfree #crohns #beatcrohns #foodasmedicine #dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet

#Vegenaise #safefoodsforcrohns

Staple Gluten and Corn Free Bread

 Here again is my recipe for Gluten and Corn free bread. I recently used it to make French toast and it stood up remarkedly well with no crumbling. I always use pure maple syrup. Commercial brands are mostly corn syrup. I like to experiment with different flours. Only use a 1/2 cup of these flours to replace the rice flour. There are so many on the market such as quinoa, hemp, oat and amaranth just to name a few. This is my staple goto bread.

*3 whole eggs
*1 tbs apple cider vinegar (white vinegar is a corn derivative)
*3/4 cup milk or milk substitute
*2 tbs oil (olive)
*1 tsp honey
*1/4 tsp salt
*1/2 tsp baking powder (featherweight; other baking powders contain cornstarch)
*1 tbs ground flax
*1 and 1/2 cup rice flour
*1/2 cup gluten free oats
*1 and 1/2 tbs baker yeast
*2 tbs gluten free oats to sprinkle on top prior to baking

     DIRECTIONS:

      *in large bowl mix wet ingredients
      *in separate bowl mix dry ingredients and yeast
      *slowly incorporate the dry into the wet ingredients
      *grease 1 bread pan with canola oil
      *pour batter into pan (Note: it will not be doughy)
      *sprinkle top with gluten free oats

This makes one loaf.

Be sure to only use baking powder that is corn starch free. And only use apple cider vinegar. This is the key for how I stay in remission.

#glutenfree #cornfree #crohns #beatcrohns #dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet #glutenfreebread

#safefoodsforcrohns #naturalcurecrohns #foodasmedicine

Tofu stir fry with zucchini

 Had a great vegetarian dinner last night. I started with a tofu stir fry, broccoli, asparagus and mushroom. seasoned with Braggs Aminos, brown sugar, wine vinegar and sesame oil. its important to NOT use regular soy sauce, which is full of gluten.

On the side I had sliced zucchini from our garden. I dipped the slices in rice flour, egg and the quinoa flour. Fried in olive oil. I do not use vegetable oil that may contain corn.

Avoiding gluten and corn and gluten and corn derivatives is how I beat Crohn's. Have a great and productive day!

#Crohns #cornfree #foodasmedicine #glutenfree #dietforcrohns#Crohnsdiet #crohnsflare

Chiobani Complete yogurt

 This yogurt promises a lot, high protein, low sugar and a few grams of fiber was well. Actually 15 grams of protein. 3 grams of fiber, which is always nice. It also cuts way down on the lactose, so gas should not be a problem. This is also sweetened with stevia, a natural plant leaf. All good things.

However, the taste was not great. The texture was way too thick. Not creamy at all. In my opinion, not sweet enough. There was no actual fruit, just flavor. I will just use my other container in a smoothie. Sorry Chiobani, you can do better.

#Chiobanicomplete #crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #foodasmedicine #beatcrohns

#dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet 

Almond Breeze Yogurt

 Found this new product yesterday. Fruit on the bottom. Very nice smooth texture. Today I tried the blueberry. They also come in strawberry, peach and vanilla. They do not skimp on the fruit layer. Made with cane sugar, not corn syrup. I like that this is non-dairy so it won't cause gas. All in all a good find.

Yogurt in general is great for Crohn's. But it must be free from gluten and corn in order not to flare me. The cane sugar is nice. Also no added corn starch.

#almondbreezeyogurt #crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #beatcrohns #foodasmedicine

#dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet #bestyogurtforcrohns 

Borsht, super easy

 This is a recipe I tweaked myself. The flavor goes beyond the simple jar stuff. With the addition of the meat, this is a meal. Traditionally borsht is served with sour cream. I use plain yogurt as a substitute since sour cream often contains white vinegar. White vinegar is a derivative of corn, and of course I avoid all corn derivatives.

One take away: This may make your pooh look like you're bleeding. Remember this so you don't have a panic attack!

Ingredients:

12 cups water

1 pound stew meat

1 potato, peeled and sliced

1 carrot, sliced

1 tomato, chopped

1 large cabbage wedge, chopped

1 medium shallot, chopped

2 cloves garlic, sliced or minced

4 medium beets, peeled and diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons gluten free soy sauce, or Bragg's Aminos

1 and 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar

3 bay leaves

plain yogurt, to garnish finished borsht

Directions:

1. Add water and meat to large pot

2. bring to boil

3. reduce heat and simmer on low for 30 minutes 

4. skim off foam that forms on top

5. Add the rest of the ingredients

6. simmer for 2 to 3 hours on very low

7. add more water as needed

8. Server warm, garnished with yogurt

#borsht #glutenfree #cornfree #beatcrohns #howibeatcrohns #foodasmedicine #crohnsflare

#borshtrecipe #healthyborshtrecipe #dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet 

How I Survive Cookouts

 Going to someone's house for a cookout can be a blessing! However it can also be dangerous for those of us with food sensitivities. Remember, the most important thing about cookouts is not the food, but the company we keep. Here are some things I do when attending a cookout:

1. hamburgers without the bun are generally safe when pure. I always ask the host if they added any fillers or seasonings to the meat. Lookout for soy sauce, ketchup and bread crumbs

2. Safe hot dogs are Hebrew National Brand. Not the low-fat however since they add starch. Of course, no bun.

3. If a hamburger bun is needed, I use Against the Grain brand. It does contain cheese so it may lead to some gas.

4. Condiments in general are unsafe. They contain corn syrup and white distilled vinegar. Both are big no no's for me. I have found some safe alternatives made with real sugar and apple cider vinegar. Read labels carefully. You can bring your own condiments or eat them plain.

5. No Corn. Grilled corn is delicious but not worth the pain.

6. Soy sauce is full of gluten. Use Bragg's Aminos or a gluten free soy sauce instead.

7. Most side salads are dangerous since they usually contain mayo or white vinegar. No coleslaw, egg salad or potato salad. I stick to raw veggies and fruit salad.

8. Soda pop contains either high fructose corn syrup or sugar substitutes which are derived from corn. I stick with the natural sodas made with real sugar, seltzer or water.

9. I make s'mores using Dandies marshmallow and Kinnikinnick graham crackers. Just as delicious.

10. For those who drink alcohol, wine and brandy are safe for me. No beer or grain alcohols.

11. Usually no dessert is safe unless it is specifically gluten and corn free. Safest to bring your own. Jello is generally safe before the add ins.

12. Sometimes I bring my own snacks or a protein bar just in case there is literally nothing to eat. I also eat something before I go so hunger won't drive me to eat something I shouldn't eat.

Safe Cookouts! Enjoy the company, the fresh air and the fireworks!

#crohns #beatcrohns #naturalcurecrohns #foodasmedicine #crohnsflare #eatingforcrohns #dietforcrohns

#crohnsdiet #glutenfree #cornfree #kinnikinnick 

Pumpkin bread

Making this in the summer. Why not? pumpkin bread is good all year round with the convenience of the canned pumpkin. High in fiber and simply delicious.

For the baking powder I always use Featherweight brand. Most commercial brands use corn starch. Featherweight does not. They use tapioca starch instead.

The psyllium is good for gluten free recipes and helps to hold things together.

Ingredients:

3 eggs

1/2 cup milk or milk substitute

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/2 stick butter

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 and 1/2 cup sugar (white or brown)

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

2 tablespoons molasses

1/2 cup gluten free oats

1/2 cup quinoa, amaranth or almond flour (for hearty flavor)

1 cup rice flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

3 teaspoons ground flaxseed

3 teaspoons psyllium powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1  15 ounce can of pumpkin

Directions:

1. In large bowl beat eggs

2. Add milk, sugar, molasses, and vanilla. mix well

3. Melt peanut butter and butter in microwave to melt. Add

4. Add cinnamon, nutmeg and ground cloves

5. Add oats, flours, flaxseed, salt, baking powder and psyllium 

6. Mix well

7. Fold in canned pumpkin

8. Pour into two bread pans

9. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes

#pumpkinbread #glutenfreepumpkinbread #glutenfree #cornfree #Crohns #beatCrohns

#curecrohnsnaturally #foodasmedicine #crohnsflare #crohnsdiet #dietforcrohns 

Things I avoid: Xanthan Gum

 Xanthan Gum is used to thicken products. It adds a chewy texture to foods. This is especially so with gluten free items, such as bread, cookies and pizza. Xanthan Gum is widely used in gluten free production.

This would be fine, except that Xanthan Gum is derived, usually, from corn. Sometimes it is derived from wheat, but that's no good either. I have had to eliminate all corn and corn derivatives as well as gluten to keep myself in remission from Crohn's. 

A good substitute for Xanthan Gum in recipes is psyllium powder.

There is one product on the market that I found. It is called "Not xanthan not guar" by the brand Pamela's. This is made of a combination of psyllium and potato starch. Here is a link to their site:

https://www.pamelasproducts.com/recipes/not_xanthan_not_guar

#xanthan #xanthangum #Crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #foodasmedicine #crohnsdiet #dietforcrohns

#crohnsflare #beatcrohns #naturalcurecrohns 

Pasta with Red Pepper Sauce

 Well this red pepper sauce was so good I could just drink it! That's how delicious it was! I used Jovial gluten free bowties for the pasta. Mezzetta was the brand I used for the red peppers. Its most important for the peppers to not be in vinegar. The shredded cheese can not contain corn starch, as some do. The heavy cream must be free from corn syrup. And the broth must be free from maltodextrin.

Ingredients:

1 pound gluten free pasta (free from corn)

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 green onions, sliced

1 16 oz jar roasted red peppers, drained but not rinsed (free from vinegar)

1/2 cup broth

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon oregano

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (more for toppings)

Directions:

1. sautée garlic, onion and red peppers in olive oil for a few minutes

2. stir in butter and oregano

3. set aside to cool and start boiling water for pasta

4. place pepper mixture in blender

5. add heavy cream

6. blend till smooth 

7. return sauce to pan

8. stir in shredded cheese

9. pour over pasta when done

10. top with extra cheese

#redpeppersauce #crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #beatcrohns #dietforcrohns #crohnsdiet

#foodasmedicine #howIbeatcrohns #crohnsflare #mezzetta 

Things I avoid: Powdered sugar

 Powdered sugar is great for decorating. However regular powdered sugar is usually mixed with corn starch to make it, well more powdery. I avoid all forms of corn and corn derivatives as well as gluten to keep me in remission. Luckily there are some organic powdered sugars that use tapioca starch instead of corn starch.

Sugar in general should also be limited since it can feed the bad gut bacteria.

#powderedsugar #cornfreepowderedsugar #glutenfree #cornfree #crohns #beatcrohns

#naturalcurecrohns #crohnsdiet #dietforcrohns #crohnsflare

Hu Grain Free Crackers

 New on the gluten free circuit is this company Hu Kitchen, short for "get back to human". Today I tried their Everything Grain Free crackers. I saw that there is also a pizza flavor. Very good. Lots of flavor and the texture was crispy and not too thin. Got them at my local grocery store, but they are also available online as well. 

These are made with a nice combination of almond and cassava flours. They work well together and lend to a hardy taste.

Of course, to keep myself in remission I hav eliminated all gluten and corn in my diet as well as gluten and corn derivatives. One thing that I noticed right away is the use of apple cider vinegar instead of white distilled vinegar. White distilled vinegar is derived from corn and I avoid it like the plague.

#hu #getbacktohuman #glutenfreecrackers #glutenfree #cornfree #beatcrohns

#crohns #foodasmedicine #dietforcrohns #howibeatcrohns #hucrackers

Lime jello with Pineapple

 Jello. A safe dessert. Safe to eat that is. Made with real sugar and grain free. Safe to order in restaurants. Totally agrees with me. The possibilities are infinite with so many flavors and add-ins. When you can't have cake, cookies or donuts, a good substitute. Especially refreshing in the summer. By the way, the sugar free are NOT safe. sugar substitutes are derived from corn. Corn and corn derivatives will flare me.

Years ago jello was way more popular. It was found in recipe books under the heading "salad". A cookout or party was not complete without a jello mold. I would like to bring back jello in popularity.

Lime Jello with Pineapple

6 oz box lime jello

3/4 cup plain yogurt

3/4 cup crushed pineapple (packed in own juice) (no corn syrup)

Directions:

*add 2 cups boiling water to jello powder

*stir util all sugar is dissolved

*stir in 2 cups cold water

*refridgerate 1 hour

*blend in yogurt with hand mixer

*gently fold in pineapple

*back in refrigerator for 3 more hours

#bringbackjello #glutenfree #cornfree #crohns #beatcrohns #crohnsflare #naturalcurecrohns

#foodasmedicine 

What I Eat: Oat Salmon Patties

I like all forms of salmon; baked, smoked, sushi and patties. Patties are super easy to make. (see recipe below) I use whole gluten free oats in my patties as a breadcrumb substitute. It works very well. You can't even tell that they are in there. Very few ingredients. Super healthy. (Except the frying in oil part)

Additional add-ins can include green onions, broccoli or green peppers just to name a few. 

In addition to the salmon patties, I had homemade saucer kraut, Noble Made Ketchup and roasted broccoli and cauliflower. Noble Made Ketchup is produced without vinegar or corn syrup, which are found in commercial Ketchups.  

All of this fits in very well with my diet to keep Crohn's in remission. I avoid all gluten (bread crumbs) and corn (Corn syrup, white distilled vinegar), as well as all gluten and corn derivatives.

Lynne's Oat Salmon Patties

Ingredients:

1 large can salmon (15 oz)

2 eggs

1/2 cup gluten free whole oats

Oil to fry in (not corn)

Add-ins: onion, peppers, zucchini... (optional)

Directions:

*heat pan with oil on medium heat

*drain salmon

*remove spine bones if present

*smash big chunks of salmon

*mix salmon with eggs, oats and add-ins

*form patties and fry till browed on both sides

serves 2 to 3

#salmonpatties #crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #beatcrohns #dietforcrohns

#naturalcurecrohns #foodasmedicine #crohnsdiet #crohnsflare

Supplements: Green Juice

 One thing I take every morning is green juice, which is wheat grass and other healthy greens in a powder form. This is different than wheat. This is the actual grass. I like this brand, amazing Grass, because it is a combination of wheat grass, barley grass and other greens such as spinach. Other brands are good, just be sure to check all ingredients. Avoid maltodextrin which is added to some brands.

This mixes easily with water. I take about a teaspoon. It has a refreshing, Spring taste.

Green juices provide tons of nutrients that may not be included daily in our busy lives including A, K, and C. Green juice acts like a prebiotic. Prebiotics feed the good bacteria in our colon. Greens are also know for their anti-inflammatory properties. And green juices are easy to absorb, especially important where irritation is present.

#amazinggreens #crohns #glutenfree #cornfree #foodasmedicine #dietforcrohns #beatcrohns

#naturalcurecrohns #crohnsflare #wheatgrass #barleygrass

Back to Nature Granola

 Found this granola, Back to Nature, at my local grocery store. Finding a lot more gluten free foods in mainstream stores.

Certified gluten free. The blueberries, apples and pineapple juice makes it sweet and no need to add nasty corn syrup.

This product fits in with my diet since it is both gluten and corn free. The oats are gluten free. No wheat products, naturally sweetened.

I liked this a lot and it was quite satisfying.

#backtonature #glutenfree #cornfree #crohns #dietforcrohns

#beatcrohns #crohnsflare #foodasmedicine #glutenfreegranola

Y Q Protein yogurt by Yoplait

 Yum! These yogurts have perfect taste and texture. They are made with low-fat milk, surprisingly.  I was shocked that they are only 130 calories. Another nice benefit is 15 grams of protein. The creaminess was so good. No starches or corn syrup. Highly recommend. 

Comes in blueberry, strawberry and vanilla.

Found at my local grocery store. 

#yoplait #YQprotein #cornfree #glutenfree #crohns #crohnsflare #crohnsdiet 

#naturalcurecrohns #foodasmedicine #beatcrohns

Fruit salad

 One thing that I love to eat, especially in the summer, is fruit salad. Any and all fruit agrees with me. Full of soluble fiber to feed my micro-dome I eat fruit several times a day.  There are also tons of nutrients. Today I had mine with my homemade banana bread.

Fruits can also be blended into a smoothie or juiced.

One note: Not recommend to eat seeded fruit during an active flare. This would include such fruits as strawberries, raspberries and blackberries. 

Perfect combination when paired with yogurt.

#crohns #crohnsflare #glutenfree #cornfree #foodasmedicine #curecrohns #howibeatcrohns

#healnaturally #crohnsdiet #dietforcrohns

Sauerkraut

 

Sauerkraut is, of course, fermented cabbage. It contains more of the probiotic lactobacillus  than yogurt, and of course is dairy free. It also contains a nice amount of vitamin C and K as well as fiber. It also contains smaller amounts of Calcium, Magnesium, Iron and Phosphorus. Known as an anti-inflammatory food it has been used for stomach ailments for decades if not centuries. 

It is suggested to start slow when first eating sauerkraut since it can cause some stomach upset at first. I would start with one tablespoon with dinner to see how your body reacts. 

There is literally nothing more delicious than homemade sauerkraut. My brother made a fresh batch on a recent visit. The difference between homemade and commercial was huge. Also I have seen some commercial sauerkrauts that contain actual vinegar as an ingredient. I avoid white vinegar as it is a corn derivative and will flare my Crohn's.  

There are dozens of videos on YouTube for how to make homemade sauerkraut. Here is one link: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUwC7bTjLkQ

Its really an easy process It just takes patience because it takes at least 5 days for things to start fermenting. Well worth it though and very inexpensive.

#sauerkraut #cornfree #glutenfree #foodasmedicine #crohns #crohnsdiet #crohnsflare 

#naturalcurecrohns #beatcrohns #lactobacillus #probiotics