Author: Alisa Fleming

Christina – Hello all. I know how hard it is to find a diet that works. I have found one that has worked well for my husband and me. He has officially as of last Friday [Aug 3] lost 69lbs since April with it. I have lost weight too and so far this is the only [diet] that I have found that works for me. My mother in law also has lost 45 lbs since April. Please remember everyone is different. Christina and her family have been trialing a wheat-free, dairy-free, and “low-meat” diet.  Below are some of her personal…

Living Harvest, founder of the Tempt brand, was one of the original hemp milk companies. They even came out with hemp milk ice cream and hemp tofu that was pretty tasty! Over the years, their product line up winded down, but their core brand is still around. It was bought by the natural food conglomerate Hudson River Foods, which has continued to make Tempt Hempmilk in a few key varieties. Tempt Hempmilk by Living Harvest is an Omega-Rich Beverage Option A few years back, the reformulated Tempt Hempmilk to be carrageenan-free. It also contains 10 essential amino acids, and they…

I know that many ginger fans are quite familiar with Gin Gins Ginger Candies from The Ginger People. But did you know they have a whole cooking line, too? It include The Ginger People Sauces, which come in five gluten-free, ginger-forward varieties. The Ginger People Sauces for Cooking, Dipping, and Marinading So far, we’ve tried four varieties of The Ginger People Sauces. I’ve included our thoughts with each of those flavors, but please do add your own rating and review below if you’ve tried any of them! Ginger Peanut Wow!  Sweet, spicy, bold, rich… this sauce really hits the mark. As…

Believe it or not, some hand pies are naturally dairy-free. But Katz Mini Pies are all dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, and made in their dedicated facility with a homemade recipe. These single-serve pastries let you taste the enjoyment of a from-scratch pie without top allergens. And unlike most other Katz products, their Mini Pies are also egg-free and vegan-friendly. Katz Mini Pies are Out of Hand for Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free Despite the simple ingredients and home style formula, Katz Mini Pies are stored in the freezer for anytime convenience. Each variety is glazed for a truly sweet experience. Leave your…

Galactosemia is an inherited disorder, and it is actually quite rare, with an occurrence of 1 out of every 60,000 births among Caucasians (it does occur in other groups, though this was the only reported number we found).  Nonetheless, it is prevalent enough to make note of, particularly considering the severity of the disorder. During digestion, lactose (a complex milk sugar) is broken down into two simple sugars, glucose and galactose. The galactose and glucose then enter the bloodstream where the galactose is converted in more glucose.  Glucose is used as a primary source of energy for the body. Not…

Jennifer – My two month old son was just diagnosed with Galactosemia. Galactosemia is a metabolic disorder where he lacks the enezyme to break down galactose. He will have to live the rest of his life dairy free. This is not a form of lactose-intolerance. Where lactose intolerance is an allergy, galactosemia is a genetic disorder. People with this disorder cannot break done the sugar in milk–any animal milk. The sugar then builds up in the persons system and becomes toxic. It can cause liver and kidney damage, brain damage, developmental damages, and even death. I am grateful to have…

By Joi Ito – I blogged a decision to become vegan on December 13, 2006 which is approximately six months ago. I’m happy to say that it was the right decision and that I’ve never been healthier or happier as long as I can remember and I intend to continue being a vegan. Other than some allergies, I’ve gotten rid every one of half-a-dozen or so chronic conditions including obesity, fatty liver, high uric acid (gout), heartburn/ulcers/stomach acid, nervous tension, sleeping problems and rising cholesterol. I also have more energy than I’ve ever had. I’ve lost approximately 18 kg (40…

I’d barely even heard of a scone before I met my husband. His Canadian family loves all English foodie pleasures, including tea, crumpets, and scones. Most scones are made with cream, and sometimes butter, but luckily, they’re easy to make without dairy. This basic dairy-free scones recipe, for example, is a great option. Basic Dairy-Free Scones to Serve for Vegan Brunch or Tea Time You’ll want to skip the clotted cream, but there are many other condiments you can serve with these lightly sweet scones. Set out any of the following. Dairy-free Buttery Spread Coconut Whip Cashew Cream Fresh Fruit…

Ah, crackers – so crisp, so crunchy, so… not exactly healthy. But that is where Wasa Hearty Rye Crispbread is very different from other crackers – so different, that the fact that they are referred to as “crispbread” rather than crackers. Most commercial brands of crackers that appear on store shelves have rather long lists of ingredients, and contain hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils (trans-fat alert!), little to no fiber, high fat, sugar, and salt contents, and very little nutrition overall. A product of Sweden, Wasa Crispbread comes in several varieties (such as multi-grain, hearty rye (now called whole grain), light…

It looks like Keebler has discontinued their Bug Bites Graham Crackers, but they still make a few dairy-free treats! Keebler Creme-Filled Vienna Cookies, Vanilla Sugar Wafers, Strawberry Sugar Wafers, and Chocolate Sugar Wafers appear to be made without any dairy (they might even be vegan!) and are still available. Friend of Go Dairy Free, Barb Nicoletti gave Keebler Bug Bites a try and shared her thoughts… Are the children tired of the same old snack? Do you venture to the grocery store and the children nag for you to buy them something and when you get it home, they decide they do…

Kedem no longer maintains a website, and does not have any product information available. So we can not accurately update and maintain this post. But we’ve still spotted these tea biscuits on Walmart and Amazon.  By Barb Nicoletti – Kedem Tea Biscuits are small little biscuits that come in several flavors: with Vanilla, Orange, Cappuccino, Plain and Chocolate, you have a selection to choose from. Served with a cup of tea or coffee, these little biscuits hit the spot for that afternoon sweet craving. Costing around .79 cents a package and occasionally on sale for 3 / $1.00 this is a…

Terra Nostra Chocolate is no longer being produced. If you’re craving dairy-free “milk” chocolate bars, try Enjoy Life Ricemilk Chocolate Bars, Moo Free Chocolate Bars, or No Whey Milkless Chocolate Bars. As if in a dream, a dense package arrived with my name upon it, and it was filled with nothing but chocolate!  Seven sizable bars and a box of truffles to be exact, “somebody pinch me,” was the only thought I could muster.  The incredible reality continued when I discovered that three of the bars were rice milk chocolate bars.  Completely dairy-free and vegan “milk” chocolate bars … could…

“Slightly Unusual. Unusually Good.” is the motto at Chebe, and I must say, they are right on the mark. Chebe Gluten Free Mixes are free of gluten, dairy, yeast, soy, corn, and potato. With this profile, it would be near impossible to expect “typical” results, but what you do get is relatively addictive and tasty. Tasting Notes for Chebe Gluten Free Mixes All of the Chebe Gluten Free Mixes have the same taste and textural vibe, because they’re made with the same light base of tapioca flour and starch. They realistically differ only in their additions. That said, one of…

By Neva Davis at Neva Vegan – The first time I considered becoming vegan my doctor talked me out of it. I was a young vegetarian and at constant war with my mother over it. I was not getting enough calories in general since my mother “wouldn’t prepare any special meals” and sabotaged things like vegetables and rice and potatoes by adding broth or bacon. I was considering transitioning into veganism, without a real understanding of what that meant. My mother marched me off to the doctor so he would tell me I couldn’t be vegetarian. Instead he told me…

I’ve sampled their Fiber Power Granola, but have yet to try the primary line of Bakery on Main Gluten Free Granola, which is quite different. However, we received the brief review below from Rob & Diana, a duo that used to write Celiac Food Reviews online. I’ve also added full product information for this granola as a quick reference. And if you’ve tried it, you can leave your own rating and review below! Bakery on Main Gluten Free Granola is Dairy-Free and Oat-Free Recently my husband was shopping at Wegman’s and found Bakery on Main Cranberry Orange Cashew Granola. It’s…

This recipe has been fine-tuned many times over by Kate Ekman, a passionate lover of the natural side of food. After trialing many variations, she highly recommends this pumpkin seed, golden raisin, and cranberry version of her recipe.  However, the seeds and dried fruit can be substituted with the nuts, seeds, and/or fruit of your choice. Special Diet Notes: Breakfast Cookies By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian. Breakfast Cookies Print Author: Kate Ekman Ingredients ¾ cup oil ⅓ cup packed brown sugar up to ¼ cup cane sugar 2…

I was disappointed to see that Kinni-Kwik Bread & Bun Mix was discontinued. It was one of the few gluten-free mixes that I liked! But they still make several other Kinnikinnick Baking Mixes that will satisfy most dessert cravings. The mixes themselves are all gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and nut-free. But they call for eggs in the preparation, so I wouldn’t recommend these for egg allergies or vegan needs. Kinnikinnick Baking Mixes are Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free These mixes are apologetically sweet and created for the sole purpose of enjoying a fluffy or rich treat. The flour blend they use contains potato…

This recipe for Asian grilled salmon was shared with us by my friend Janelle, who used to run a blog called Talk of Tomatoes. Janelle tends to be frugal, but she said this recipe was worth the expense of some rather pricey salmon steaks she splurged on. It’s sweet, salty, umami flavor pairs well with simple sides, like rice and broccoli or bok choy. And it’s very easy to make with only a few minutes of hands-on prep time. But you might want to plan ahead, since the fish should marinate for at least a couple of hours. Special Diet…

Carrot cake without dairy and eggs can seem tricky, but this vegan carrot bundt cake recipe is remarkably easy. It’s a tender, moist, flavorful cake that rises to the occasion without any egg alternatives, and is topped with a naturally dairy-free glaze. Vegan Carrot Bundt Cake finished with a Sweet Tangerine Glaze This recipe was originally shared with us by Vegetarian Times. We’ve since updated it, and have a few quick ingredient FAQs. Is Sugar Vegan? Some vegans might be concerned about plain old sugar, but most brands are actually vegan-friendly. You can buy an organic sugar to be sure, or…

Alisa Fleming – Sure, why not?  After all, in 1937 National Milk Month was proclaimed for the month of June as a marketing move to push the white stuff.  In 1955, the American Dairy Council took it over and has been running it with sales budgets since.  Last year, the Vegetarian Awareness Network countered Milk Month with what was then called No Dairy Month, with what appears to be no financial motive… Wisely, they took on a more positive approach, renaming the “celebration” to Dairy Alternative Month.  I don’t particularly agree with their choice to combat Milk Month, even going…