The Gluten-Free Skinny

01/05/2026

A Healthy Gluten-Free January Reset (Without Diet Culture)

January is a natural moment to reset—not through extreme detoxes or restrictive plans, but by returning to foods that help us feel steady, energized, and well. For those living gluten-free, a January reset is less about cutting things out and more about rebuilding meals around whole foods, anti-inflammatory ingredients, and simple, repeatable habits.

After the holidays, many people notice increased bloating, joint stiffness, fatigue, or digestive discomfort. A gluten-free reset focused on real food cooking can help calm inflammation, support digestion, and restore balance—without the pressure of perfection. The goal is not “clean eating” as a moral standard, but eating in a way that feels supportive and sustainable.

Try to:
--Build meals around whole foods rather than packaged substitutes

--Prioritize digestion, energy, and satiety over calorie counting

January works best when it’s about re-establishing rhythm, not chasing perfection.

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08/19/2025

Celebrating a healthy gluten-free life-- it's been 20 years since I went gluten-free.

09/21/2024

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/well/pasta-chickpea-bean-legume.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb&ngrp=mnp&pvid=EE206D68-0925-4183-B6B9-3965E08B88FA

We asked experts about the health benefits of legume pasta — and how to make it taste good, too.

05/02/2024

https://www.eatingwell.com/gut-healthy-high-protein-snack-recipes-8641095

Enjoy one of these flavorful, high-protein snack recipes that are packed with gut-healthy ingredients to help you stay satisfied between meals.

09/06/2023

https://www.tastingtable.com/1382291/underrated-gluten-free-flour-consider-using/

With so many options on the market, it can be difficult to decide which gluten-free flour to use for your recipe. Here's one with a unique flavor and texture.

07/22/2022

Skip the dessert, and go for the pecans!
I LOVE all things sweet. And these are my go-to sweet treat --- I know that pecans are much healthier than traditional desserts.

When you’re craving sugar, instead of reaching for that candy bar, reach for all-natural pecans. They have a slightly sweet taste AND they are chock full of antioxidants.

They are high in fiber so they will help curb your hunger and even help you lose weight.

Pecans are a "superfood" that will protect your heart from heart disease and protect your brain from all kinds of disease. They are also high in monounsaturated fats which can help reduce your risk of heart disease.

So grab a handful and enjoy!
(photo courtesy of Sara Cervera)

07/08/2022

Drink up!

Tea including black, white, long, red and green teas have been enjoyed for 5000 years. During all this time, people believed that tea had great health benefits and could purify or detox your body from a wide variety of ailments.

Researchers have proven that these ideas are indeed correct and have demonstrated that tea can help lower your blood pressure, help you lose weight and burn belly fat, lower your risk for many conditions including cancer, stroke, heart disease, and obesity, and can improve your cardiovascular health.

Green tea in particular is beneficial in boosting your immunity and lowering your cholesterol while also supercharging your weight loss. (photo courtesy of Laårk Boshoff)

07/06/2022

Whenever I went to my nonna's house as a kid, she always had a nice plate of swiss chard and tomato waiting for me.

Swiss chard, a popular southern Italian veggie, is rich in vitamin K and vitamin A as well as antioxidants --such as beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin-- and flavonoids -- such as quercetin and kaempferol.

Basically, eating a delicious dish of swiss chard for lunch will help improve your eye health, decrease your blood pressure, and help your athletic performance. Win-win!

If you haven't tried swiss chard yet, try it now! Recipe forthcoming in The Gluten-Free Skinny in the Kitchen, due out in August.

06/30/2022

Strawberries are a great source of vitamin C-- one cup of these delicious berries gives you 149% of your daily recommended intake. Vitamin C is important for protecting you against inflammation, heart disease, and even cancer. Plus, Harvard scientists discovered that strawberries can prevent you from gaining weight.

Try a new twist on strawberries--- breakfast with gluten-free whole grain amaranth, strawberries and a handful of sliced almonds.

06/28/2022

It is blueberry season and there are many reasons to enjoy this superfood every day!

Scientists have found that the polyphenols in blueberries fight free-radicals, while the catechins in blueberries help rev up your metabolism and fat-burning genes.

Blueberries can also reduce symptoms of depression and improve your memory.

Try a breakfast of gluten-free whole grain and superfood TEFF with blueberries, a little cinnamon, a few pecans and a dollop of honey. Yum!

06/26/2022

Happy summer everyone! Every summer I sit in a beautiful spot at the beach, thinking about the past year, and making goals for the coming year...

My gluten-free goals are to strive as much as possible to eat healthy AND delicious meals to nurture my gut and my brain.

What are your gluten-free goals?

11/27/2021

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