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TEFF
June 3rd, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts, Uncategorized No Comments »

It occurred to me today that I have neglected the “The Facts” section of this blog for a little while. Bad blogger. So today I am giving it the love it needs and we’re going to talk about TEFF. Teff seeds are the smallest grain in the world, measuring only 1/32 of an inch in [...]

Sorghum
March 27th, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts, Uncategorized 2 Comments »

Today we’re talking about Sorghum. Sorghum is grown primarily in the arid climates of Africa and Asia, and is the fifth most important grain in the world. More recently, the US and Canada have been growing sorghum crops as food, animal feed and biofuel sources, particularly in the southern states and Canadian prairies. Sorghum is [...]

Soy
March 3rd, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts, Uncategorized 2 Comments »

Today we’re talking about soy. Beside the obvious gluten free benefits of soy; many of us are also lactose intolerant and therefore rely on soy products to substitute for dairy products. Soy is an important worldwide legume crop, and is a common ingredient in many natural and processed foods. It is often used as a [...]

Quinoa
February 13th, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts 1 Comment »

Let’s talk about Quinoa. I think it’s kind of fantastic! Quinoa is rivaled only by amaranth for its status as one of the most digestible, versatile and most nutritious grain crops. Even though like amaranth, quinoa is a ‘pseudo-grain’ it is consumed primarily as grain. Random fact about Quinoa: Originally popular with the Incan and [...]

Millet
January 30th, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts, Uncategorized 3 Comments »

Oh ya people, we’re talking about Millet today! In Asia and Africa, millet is a staple cereal grain. Although it has fallen somewhat into obscurity in North America, I don’t think that all should be lost. Millet has some very redeeming qualities. Millet is not an acid forming food and so is soothing and easy [...]

Legumes
January 19th, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts, Uncategorized No Comments »

So what else can you eat? You can eat Legumes. I happen to find that word funny. Why? No idea. But every time I type it or read it I find myself giggling. Immature? Yes. Apologies? No. Legumes comprise one of the largest groups in the planet kingdom. They include a variety of beans, lentils, [...]

Buckwheat
January 9th, 2009 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts, Uncategorized No Comments »

Introducing BUCKWHEAT! The next grain in our ‘Learn What You Can Eat’ Series. Despite what the name might say, buckwheat contains no wheat. Buckwheat isn’t even considered a cereal grain, even though it’s often used as such. The taste of buckwheat is often described as: earthy and slightly bitter. Toasting or roasting buckwheat can add [...]

Amaranth
December 17th, 2008 | caitlin | Categories: The Facts 3 Comments »

Hello All. Welcome to The Facts section of Glutastic. My goal, over time is to build a quick reference section, where you can go and find, at hand information to make better and informed decisions. AMARANTH Amaranth is in fact not a true grain, but rather an annual herb, vegetable, or pseudo-grain. Both the leaves [...]

To Answer Your Questions….
November 24th, 2008 | caitlin | Categories: FAQ's, The Facts No Comments »

Q: Why did you call your website Glutastic.com? A: Because, boobs+ponytail+nausea=pregnancy.com was taken. Glutasticis a term I use to describe foods loaded with gluten that I can no longer have. As Boyfriend and I were adjusting to gluten free living we had many communication situations. Something as simple as a snack became an epic journey [...]