Go Dairy Free and get information lactose intolerance, dairy allergies and healthy dairy alternatives. http://www.godairyfree.org Wed, 16 May 2012 18:57:57 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.godairyfree.org/201205155543/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Tips-for-Going-Dairy-Free-with-Celiac-Disease-or-Gluten-Sensitivity.html 5 Tips to Becoming a Dairy-Free Diva (http://celiaccentral.wordpress.com/2012/05/15/5-tips-to-becoming-a-dairy-free-diva/) on the NFCA website.So what does dairy-free living have to do with Celiac? The answer is two-fold. First, lactose intolerance is very common among newly diagnosed Celiac patients. In fact, many doctors recommend that these patients go both gluten-free and dairy-free from the get-go. For many (but not all) of these people, the lactose intolerance subsides with time as their gut heals. However, this is where answer number two comes into place … News - Nutrition Headlines Tue, 15 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Dairy-Free-Desserts/Salted-No-Bake-Chocolate-Chunk-Cookies-Raw-Dairy-Free-Bliss.html Practically Raw (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0980013151/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8 tag=godairyfree-20 linkCode=as2 camp=1789 creative=9325 creativeASIN=0980013151). The tagline for her book fits perfectly, Flexible Raw Recipes Anyone Can Make. This is so true, as Amber includes gentle cooking directions for her raw recipes (where applicable), and in an oven, not a dehydrator! I love her adaptations for those of us who aren't ready to make a full raw food conversion, but want to incorporate more raw and nutritious foods in general. Of course, with health in mind, I dove into the dessert section first. I based the recipe below on Amber's Crunchy Salted Cashew Cookies recipe... Recipes - Dairy Free Desserts Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Dairy-Free-Desserts/Chocolate-Dairy-Free-FRAWsties-or-Fudgesicles.html Maggie Savage (http://www.sheletthemeatcake.com) ~ For Mother’s Day, making dessert with my daughter, Livvie, is always fun, but it’s even more rewarding when I know that we’re whipping up something nutritious. This recipe fits the bill, and is an indulgent “milkshake meets ice cream” kind of treat. Serve it with a spoon and everyone will be happy.Livvie and I also used this recipe to make popsicles and oh my raw goodness, they were like fudgesicles! Except that they are free of cow’s milk AND added sugars. If you are willing to take this recipe one degree out of the raw food... Recipes - Dairy Free Desserts Sun, 13 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201005074298/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Sweet-Simplicity-Whole-Wheat-Vegan-Pancakes-or-Waffles-for-Mother-s-Day.html Alisa Fleming ~ So you didn't order that dairy-free box of chocolates in time, and aren't willing to pay an arm and a leg for over-inflated flower prices. But, what about a more thoughtful and affordable gesture like breakfast in bed? Any mom or loved one will be delighted by a stack of these fluffy yet wholesome and guilt-free pancakes ... and you will be thrilled with how easy AND cheap they are to make!When I make this recipe into waffles, I typically adorn them with homemade nut butter, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a light drizzle of honey. But... Recipes - Breakfast Fri, 11 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Personal-Stories/Personal-Stories/Transitioning-to-a-Dairy-Free-Diet-in-the-Real-World.html Jonathan Bechtel ~ My road to a dairy-free diet is mostly unremarkable. No serious illness or life-changing event, no pre-existing condition that shook the foundations of my life. No significant other that whisked me off my feet and put me on the road to good health. Nope, for me a dairy-free diet has been the result of a slow, steady drum beat that began in my adolescence and has slowly crescendoed over the years into a fairly restrictive diet that excludes meat, dairy, and most processed foods (although I do cheat on... Personal Stories - Personal Stories Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201205085537/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Molasses-Almond-Crunch-A-Whole-Food-Vegan-Recipe-with-Calcium-Iron-Magnesium-and-More.html I was given the challenge to create a recipe where each serving was packed with one full serving of natural whole grain cereal (http://www.attunefoods.com/products/Uncle-Sam-Healthy-Breakfast), had zero additives, and wasn’t fortified, yet contained a plethora of vitamins and minerals from healthy whole foods. I decided to take it one step further, by making it convenient, too! The Naturally-Fortified Molasses Almond Crunch Recipe (http://bit.ly/calcium-rich-almond-clusters) that I came up with (or Crunchy Almond Clusters (http://bit.ly/calcium-rich-almond-clusters) - I couldn't decide on just one name) is a complete breakfast (balanced fiber, fat, protein, vitamins, minerals - the whole shabang!) gently baked into portable clusters. The... News - Nutrition Headlines Tue, 08 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201205075535/News/Nutrition-Headlines/New-Dairy-Free-Column-in-Allergic-Living-Magazine.html Alisa Fleming (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0979128625?ie=UTF8 tag=godairyfree-20 link_code=as3 camp=211189 creative=373489 creativeASIN=0979128625) ~ I’ve signed on as a columnist with Allergic Living magazine (http://www.allergicliving.com/) to share bits and bites from the tasty world of dairy-free living. My inaugural article is in the Spring 2012 edition, which is on newsstands in the U.S. and Canada now. This season, you can enjoy all of the following in my full-color, three-part article:1) A Versatile Recipe for Carrot Cupcakes with Dairy-Free Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting – You know how I aim to please, so I tested this recipe dozens of times, to give as many “free-from” options as... News - Nutrition Headlines Mon, 07 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Dairy-Free-Desserts/Mom-s-Dairy-Free-Chocolate-Coffee-Cake.html This delicious and easy recipe isn't from my mom, but it is from a loving mom who adapted a family recipe for her chocolate-loving little one. Kerri, a Go Dairy Free viewer, says that this recipe is the BEST!! Kerri shared not only the recipe, but also the story behind it, Our youngest (now 3) is allergic to dairy, but a massive chocoholic! I’m always looking for good chocolate-anything recipes. I took my grandma’s really awesome chocolate coffee cake recipe and modified it. It only took one trial and it was perfect. Even better than the original!... Recipes - Dairy Free Desserts Sun, 06 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Entrees/Dairy-Free-Mexican-Fiesta-Pizza.html shared the news (http://www.godairyfree.org/201202185456/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Galaxy-Nutritional-Foods-Announces-New-Vegan-and-Soy-Free-Shredded-Cheese-Alternative.html) that Galaxy Nutritional Foods was releasing a new, soy-free, vegan cheese alternative … and it has finally arrived! Vegan Shreds are now popping up in stores, in Mozzarella and Mexican flavors, just in time for those Cinco de Mayo fiestas. First, the details … Vegan Shreds are dairy-free*, soy-free, gluten-free AND vegan and they are made with a unique non-GMO cornstarch base. The product met with rave reviews at Natural Products Expo West, and I’ve heard rumor that it really does melt. As an added bonus, each 1-ounce serving of Vegan Shreds is lower in fat... Recipes - Entrees Fri, 04 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Product-Reviews/Books-and-Cookbooks/The-New-Scoop-Recipes-for-Dairy-Free-Vegan-Ice-Cream-in-Unusual-Flavors.html The New Scoop (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193737100X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8 tag=godairyfree-20 linkCode=as2 camp=1789 creative=9325 creativeASIN=193737100X) is the latest collection of ice cream recipes to hit the dairy-free culinary scene, and the author, Alina Niemi, wants to assure you that cool vegan desserts are anything but boring. The list of recipes in this cookbook is massive considering the focused topic, and the creativity is impressive. The recipe chapters open with classics like Mint Chip, Pumpkin, and Mocha Almond Fudge flavors, but quickly advance into more adventurous concepts like Chocolate Pretzel, Maple No-Bacon Pecan, Strawberry Basil Balsamic, Tamarind, and Coffee Chai ice creams. Product Reviews - *Books and Cookbooks Thu, 03 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201205025539/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Namaste-Foods-Launches-Allergy-Friendly-Seasoned-Coating-Mixes.html Namaste Foods has announced a new line of Gluten-Free Seasoned Coating Mixes that promises to bring yet another meal solution to the table of gluten-free, vegan, and food allergic consumers. All four varieties, Homestyle, Barbecue, Hot ‘n Spicy and Italian Herb, were showcased at Natural Foods Expo West in March and were met with excitement.‘We know that life is busy for everyone and getting a healthy, nutritious dinner on the table can be challenging especially for those contending with food allergies. Our new Seasoned Coating Mixes offer a quick and delicious dinner option to suit everyone in the family,... News - Nutrition Headlines Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Salad/Picnic-Perfect-Quinoa-Pilaf-with-Fresh-Herbs.html Hallie Klecker ~ Nothing says spring like fragrant herbed side dishes! This easy quinoa pilaf, although simple to make, is the perfect mild accompaniment to serve with flavorful grilled chicken or fish. For even more spring flair, feel free to add roasted asparagus or broccoli florets. Get creative with your herbs, too. Mint, dill, and tarragon would be equally delicious swaps for the parsley, chives, and thyme. And if, like me, you can hardly bare to make a side dish without some type of nut or seed, add toasted slivered almonds, pine nuts, or sunflower seeds for a bit of... Recipes - Salad Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201204305518/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Food-Allergy-Traveling-Tips-from-Living-Without-Editor-in-Chief.html Alicia Woodward ~ Any trip takes some planning but preparation is particularly important for travelers with food allergies and food sensitivities. It’s often key to a safe and successful trip. Why is it so important for people with food allergies to plan ahead?Traveling can be stressful for people with food allergies--new places to eat, new situations, new people. If you’re traveling outside the country, you might be dealing with a new language, culture and cuisine. Sufficient preparation can reduce the stress of the unknown. It isn’t only what you’ll eat or won’t eat. It’s also how you get there (car,... News - Nutrition Headlines Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Dairy-Free-Desserts/Gluten-Free-Vanilla-Cupcakes-with-Vegan-Buttercream-Frosting.html Alisa Fleming ~ Potlucks, barbecues, and birthday parties are on the horizon, which means the opportunity to enjoy a variety of summer desserts, including cheerful cupcakes! For some with food allergies or special diets, this used to mean disappointment - noshing on a bowl of fruit while watching friends dive into that sugary buttercream. But the jealous gazing is over! Now there are oodles of allergy-friendly bakeries and cupcake recipes, and today I've got one that just might prompt you to celebrate by splurging on those fancy cupcake liners.This recipe is from The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Gluten-Free Vegan Cooking... Recipes - Dairy Free Desserts Sun, 29 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Bread/Whole-Grain-German-Style-Bread.html Alisa Fleming ~ With the economy in what seems to be a neverending tailspin, I have seen many, many people turning to home-baked bread. I'm fortunate as I have a bit of head start in this department. Years ago, finding dairy-free loaves of bread in the stores was no easy feat; most contained milk in some form, whether it was milk powder, whey, butter, cream, or plain old nonfat milk. Not willing to give up sandwiches and toast, I started baking bread from scratch. Since those early days, some good brands of bread have emerged which are in fact dairy-free,... Recipes - Bread Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Product-Reviews/Energy-and-Granola-Bars/The-Simply-Bar-New-and-Improved-High-Protein-Vegan-Formula-with-Less-Sugar.html The Simply Bar (http://thesimplybar.com) carved out its niche as “the most protein with the least calories of any natural food bar.” Yet, even with this big claim to fame, the creator of The Simply Bar has been dedicated to continuous improvement. The most recent result is a new formula that contains more fiber than sugar! On that note, if you are looking for a sugar-rush snack, then head to the old-school energy bar aisle. Though packed with wholesome flavors, the overall taste of the new Simply Bar formula is subtle since they take it very easy on the sugars.... Product Reviews - Energy and Granola Bars Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201204245529/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Flavorful-Meal-Ideas-for-Easy-Everyday-Dairy-Free-Dinners.html Alisa Fleming ~ If one more person tells me that they are only eating bland boring food since cutting out dairy, I might just throw my oven mitts up in defeat! Don’t get me wrong, I know how difficult a big dietary change can be, I respect every single one of you, and I’m here to help as much as possible. But please, hear me when I say this … MOST BASIC FOODS ARE DAIRY FREE! There are so many incredible flavors to choose from, and I want each of you to grab your fork and dig into them.That said,... News - Nutrition Headlines Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/201204235536/News/Nutrition-Headlines/Last-Chance-to-Get-A-La-Mode-Vegan-Ice-Cream-Recipes.html Get the À La Mode (http://bittersweetblog.wordpress.com/e-books/) collection of vegan ice cream recipes Vegan A La Mode: More Than 100 Frozen Treats for Every Day of the Year (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1616087242/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8 tag=godairyfree-20 linkCode=as2 camp=1789 creative=9325 creativeASIN=1616087242), to be released this summer! So this is your last chance to pick up a copy of the original À La Mode collection, which features a tantilizing preview of what's to come in Hannah's upcoming cookbook, including all of the following unique recipes: News - Nutrition Headlines Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Breakfast/Earth-Day-Oat-Free-Crispy-Maple-Granola.html organic crispy cereal (http://www.attunefoods.com/products/Erewhon/erewhon-crispy-brown-rice-gluten-free-cereals) people!), this easy granola just begs to be customized to your personal tastes. Toss in some raisins or dried cranberries, sprinkle on some extra spices, use seeds instead of nuts, or eat it with a handful of mini chocolate chips. Truthfully, I actually hesitated to call this recipe granola, since it is so light and crispy. In terms of texture, it is like a cross between cereal and granola, but we found it to be just filling enough to earn the granola label. Recipes - Breakfast Sun, 22 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100 http://www.godairyfree.org/Recipes/Sauces/How-to-Make-Versatile-Dairy-Free-Pesto.html Alisa Fleming ~ Pesto is a flavor gem for dairy-free and vegan diets, and can fit into almost any free-from dietary need, from gluten-free to Paleo. Though many varieties contain Parmesan, some store-bought brands are actually cheese-free, and you can easily make your own non-dairy pesto at home. It surprises many people to know that Parmesan isn't actually a key ingredient in pesto. In reality, basil and good quality olive oil are the foundation of a top-notch pesto, the rest are simply flavor agents to customize the sauce to your personal tastes.The recipe below is a wonderful, basic dairy-free pesto... Recipes - Sauces Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +0100