Finding Gluten Free Makeup

There is an increasing number of people developing gluten allergies. The options are starting to improve in finding makeup and wellness products that are gluten free. A great option and good company that makes gluten free products, is Arbonne. Arbonne is known to have pure, safe, and beneficial ingredients. One great thing is that their products are gluten free and vegan (no animal products). If you want to know more information, I am a distributor and can tell you more. See my site at :
http://purehealthybeauty.myarbonne.com/

Arbonne offers weight loss, skincare, makeup, and a variety of wellness products.

How to make protein bars

Most people buy protein bars at the grocery store or vitamin stores to provide extra energy, supplement meals, or to lose weight. Most over the counter protein bars do contain the added protein that maybe you are looking for but they also contain a wide range of preservatives and added ingredients that just are not necessary. By making the protein bars in your home you can add or take away ingredients and you can make a weeks worth at a time. By making the bars this way it not only saves you time but you can see what you are putting in your body.
I thought I would share one of my favorites. You can make your own recipes by adding or taking away certain ingredients. This one is super easy and fast and makes a great breakfast on the go or a snack.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Trail Mix Protein Bar
1 cup of organic peanut butter
1 cup of Agave nectar ( can also use one packet of Stevia dissolved in 1 cup lukewarm water)
6 scoops of vegan chocolate protein powder
2 cups of Oatmeal (uncooked)
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Melt the peanut butter and stir in the agave nectar then mix that into the remaining ingredients and blend on a low speed. You may need to add 1/2 cup water if your consistency is too dry.
Spread with a spatula in a 9x13 pan and refrigerate, cut into squares, and take on the go!
** I use a protein powder that is plant based protein, gluten free and vegan. You can use other brands but this one does not contain whey which most do and this is much healthier for your body. You can purchase the protein by visiting my websites and getting in touch with me. I can put you in the right direction as far as which ones are best.
www.allthingshealthycoaching.com

I hope you enjoy them. This one is delicious and it is hard to believe you are eating healthy!
photo:kendracannoy

The new "Gluten Free Diet"

There has been an increasingly growing problem and that is the intolerance of gluten." Gluten is a protein found in wheat, and other similar proteins found in rye, barley and oats. These proteins damage the small finger-like projections (villi) that line the small intestine. When damaged and inflamed, the villi are unable to absorb water and nutrients such as vitamins, folic acid, iron and calcium. This causes the coeliac to be susceptible to a variety of other conditions related to malabsorption, including lactose intolerance. Clinical and mucosal recovery after institution of a gluten free diet is objective evidence that the enteropathy is gluten induced.(http://www.foodreactions.org/gluten/)". 

With crops being GM (genetically modified), it is hard to say what they long term affects on human digestion and life will actually be , but it can not be 
good.
Some Signs and Symptoms:

Babies:

• chronic diarrhoea
• abdominal distension
• poor feeding
• poor weight gain
• muscle wasting.

Children:

• chronic diarrhoea or constipation
• vomiting
• poor weight gain or growth
• poor feeding
• irritability
• muscle wasting.

Adults:

• chronic diarrhea
• weight loss
• anaemia
• weakness
• fatigue

*There are tests and diagnostics that can determine if someone does have a wheat intolerance. Please see a doctor for professional advice, these symptoms may not be an 
indicator that you do have a gluten allergy.
WHAT TO AVOID:
So if you have a gluten allergy, here is a small list of things you need to avoid in your daily diet to stay healthy.

Always avoid
In order to avoid eating gluten, avoid food and drinks containing:

• Barley
• Bulgur
• Durham
• Farina
• Graham flour
• Kamut
• Matzo meal
• Rye
• Semolina
• Spelt (a form of wheat)
• Triticale
• Wheat

Avoid unless labeled 'gluten free'
Avoid these foods unless they're labeled as gluten free or made with corn, rice, soy or other gluten-free grain. Also check the label to see that they're processed in a facility that is free of wheat or other contaminating products:

• Beers
• Breads
• Candies
• Cakes and pies
• Cereals
• Cookies
• Crackers
• Croutons
• Gravies
• Imitation meats or seafood
• Oats
• Pastas
• Processed luncheon meats
• Salad dressings
• • Sauces (including soy sauce)
  • Self-basting poultry
  • Soups
  Certain grains, such as oats, can be contaminated with wheat during growing and processing stages of production. It's not clear whether oats are harmful for most people with celiac disease, but doctors generally recommend avoiding oats unless they are specifically labeled gluten free. The question of whether people eating a gluten-free diet can consume pure oat products remains a subject of scientific debate.
  Many other products that you eat or that could come in contact with your mouth may contain gluten. These include:
  • Food additives, such as malt flavoring, modified food starch and others
  • Lipstick and lip balms
  • Medications and vitamins that use gluten as a binding agent
  • Play dough
  • Toothpaste
  Cross-contamination also may occur anywhere ingredients come together, such as on a cutting board or a grill surface. You may be exposed to gluten by using the same utensils as others, such as a bread knife, or by sharing the same condiment containers — the condiment bottle may touch the bun, or a knife with bread crumbs may contaminate a margarine stick or mayonnaise jar.
  Allowed foods
  There are still many basic foods allowed in a gluten-free diet. With all foods, check to see that each is labeled gluten free or call the manufacturer to double-check.
  Grains and starches allowed in a gluten-free diet include:
  • Amaranth
  • Arrowroot
  • Buckwheat
  • Corn
  • Cornmeal
  • Gluten-free flours (rice, soy, corn, potato, bean)
  • Hominy grits
  • Polenta
  • Pure corn tortillas
  • Quinoa
  • Rice
  • Tapioca
  Other gluten-free foods include:
  • Fresh meats, fish and poultry (not breaded, batter-coated or marinated)
  • Fruits
  • Most dairy products
  • Potatoes
  • Rice
  • Vegetables
  • Wine and distilled liquors, ciders and spirits
  An increasing number of gluten-free products, such as bread and pasta, are becoming available. If you can't find them in your area, check with a celiac support group or on the Web. Gluten-free substitutes are available for many gluten-containing foods, from brownies to beer. Many specialty grocery stores sell gluten-free foods.
  **Please CLICK HERE for GLUTEN FREE SUPPLEMENTS, Cosmetics, and WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMS!
  Source:
  • http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gluten-free-diet/MY01140 and 
  
  infiniteunknown.net