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Monday, February 8th, 2010

Product Review- Bio-K Plus

After my personal success with Bio-K+, which has their home base in Canada, I reached out to find out more about this company.

Bio-K+ started with two people and a vision, which all merged into a reality. Dr. Francois-Marie Luquet and Mr. Claude Chevalier met over twenty years ago at a dairy industry conference and discussed the health benefits of probiotics. Fast forward many years and their paths crossed again. Dr. Luquet shared his new strains of acidophilus with healing and health benefits. A company evolved.

Dr. Luquet is by no means new to this business. He brought many years of research and development with him from well-known names as Dannon and Activia. This new “strain” and concept was new, unique, and allowed the strains to live in high dosages before getting to work in the body, unlike its predecessors.

Each product contains a proprietary type of L. acidophilus and L. Casei. I was well-informed each behave different—acidophilus more antibacterial, and L. Casei more antiviral, yet when together they can antagonize one another. Bio-K+ has developed a way these strains can survive together, in the manufacturing, in combining, and in refrigerator storage—all until it reaches our system, producing effects well-documented over and over in individual, clinical, and hospital studies. Nothing comes close to these studies in what products I’ve tested and what I’ve read thus far. I am impressed.

The company currently has less than sixty high-quality people in the facility itself overseeing the two-week process it takes to make each and every batch. Currently it’s available in soy (mango flavor), original (unflavored), and fruity (pineapple and vanilla flavor), and soon a rice-based vanilla will be available.

Bio-K+ has a minimum of 50 billion L. acidophilus and L. casei per 3.5-oz. little bottle. Compare for yourself—nothing comes close. I was also sent (and you can read on their website) a number of clinical results and hospital testimonials. The company’s products are superior, and so is its staff.

Note: It was explained to me that the number CL1285 after the name Bio-K+ simply indicates the specific C strain and is just arbitrary, but that the strain is unlike any other available.

This product is given a thumbs up and is HIGHLY recommended and I will be on the radio with BioK PLus as well as an supporting an product give-away for four days.

Tina Turbin- founder of www.glutenfreehelp.info.

 


Sunday, February 7th, 2010

Gluten-Free Dessert- Calling all Mint Lovers

I have a new absolutely favorite dessert. I feel like I am in the snow and eating clean bright snow as this ice-cream touches my tongue. This magic is the Decadent Coconut Milk Mint ice-cream from Turtle Mountain. No casein and no dairy!

Tonight I was on my way back to my studio in the car, fighting no traffic as my husband and everyone else in the USA ( or so it seemed) was tucked behind the TV watching the SuperBowl. I stopped for a few necessities, such as a dessert to dive into before walking the puppies when I go there. I have tried Turtle Mountain’s Chocolate( delicious) and Vanilla, as this is what my husband always gets us. Tonight it was my choice. I never knew they had Mint! My hubby has been holding out on me. My oh my! How did they know MINT is my absolute favorite ( besides a delicious GF carrot cake with thick cream cheese frosting). I then stopped for a quick meeting with their manager at the Health Food store discussing a GF event I will do and then I had to stop at one other store for another necessity, not so glamorous as a dessert- for Swiffer Sweeper wipes. The puppies are forever tracking in dirt everywhere from the yard with a smile as if this is their job and I appreciate all their hard work.

Anyhow, I got home about 35 minutes after grabbing that little pint of yum- my mint ice-cream. I opened the top, I knew it would be slightly melted but what the heck. Ice-cream is good no matter what. Well, let me tell you, it was perfectly creamy, soft-serve style and the best darn ice-cream I have had in years. No dairy reaction ( all coconut milk) and no sugar shock. It was so minty and had this large very thin shavings of  curled chocolate all throughout. Oh my, I can not even describe the experience and I was not even hungry, so that gives it even a greater rating.

This is not a technical food review. This is a moment of bliss that I am still on a high from and had to run in to my studio and share this with you. Please do yourself a favor and take a moment for yourself one day and give this a try. Let me know what you think.

The company has a number of other types of ice-creams but this is by far the BEST one for any mint lover, like me.

Tina Turbin


Friday, February 5th, 2010

Cooqi’s Gluten-Free Products: Rave Review

Yes – the brownies in the above photo really are that huge!

I had the opportunity to try some absolutely delicious products recently, so incredibly satisfying that I had to run to get to my keyboard and share the news immediately.
 
Cooqi is a wonderful gluten-free company based out of St. Paul Minnesota. Right this moment I am still smiling with chocolate in my teeth from THE BEST brownies I have ever been sent. These are the real deal folks! I can not believe the texture and flavor of these delectable squares. They are not overly rich and most definitely not too sweet, may I be so bold to say these are truly “perfect”.
 
Some of Cooqi’s other products include: granola, muffins, donuts, biscotti and  specialty gift baskets.  If you’re in the St. Paul, MN area, you can stop in for a visit to their bakery, pick up some goodies to take home and of course you can order products online.
 
You may be wondering about their granola. I did inquire about the source of their oats to discover their oats are delivered shipped in from another company. As always, if you are hesitant about oats, you need to do what you feel is right for your body. Not all celiac or gluten sensitive people have adverse reactions to oats and it is wise to start out a little at a time. For those who can tolerate oats, you will love the wholesomeness of their granola. You may call Cooqi and inquire about the source of their oats for further details.
 
In addition to the delicious contributions they’re making to our gluten-free community and taste buds, Cooqii’s website has helpful information on the topic of gluten-free, resources as well as informative information. I recommend spending some time on your computer and learning more about Cooqi and what they offer.
 
Be sure and get those brownies!
 
Happy Gluten-Free Eating!
Tina  Turbin


Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Gluten-Free Book Review: Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet

Watch my video of the JK Gourmet food and book review by clicking here.

Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet is a cookbook offering a clarification to and simplification of the grain-free diet and its health benefits. It also clarifies some specific points regarding the Specific Carbohydrate Diet and offers some well-researched and documented history and evidence concerningthe diet.

Bestselling authors Jodi Bager and Jenny Lass met one day while on a trip to meet with then author Elaine Gottschall, creator of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, and started talking recipes and food. They soon collaborated and found that their individual styles complimented each other perfectly.

Jodi says her style is simple and she’s a mom and on the other hand Janet is more scientific and a medical writer. They even like opposites. Jodi prefers family meals and recipes to serve her kids, while Jenny has a bit of a sweet tooth and loves ice cream—hence, the basis of a wonderful assortment to not only satisfy the palate, but an array to fill the many basic needs from breakfasts to dinners, desserts, and kitchen staples, all with a great homemade taste.

For anyone wanting to absorb the premise behind the SCD, this is the book for any reader. You are presented with just what you need to grasp the concepts. I, for one, now understand Elaine’s original book as a result of Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet’s well-written explanations.

The recipes produce without a doubt top-of-the-line, high-quality foods. (Try the cashew butter cookies—with almond flour!) They are packed with nutrition thanks to Jodi’s interests and loaded with “yum” thanks to Jenny.

Don’t forget to watch my video of the JK Gourmet food and book review by clicking here.

Please read more about JK Gourmet at http://www.glutenfreehelp.info/review-food/gluten-free-food-review-jk-gourmet/

Tina Turbin

 

Bestselling first book

Delicious recipes for healthy living

Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet by Jodi Bagers and Jenny Lass


Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Book Review: Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet

Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet is a cookbook offering a clarification to and simplification of the grain-free diet and its health benefits. It also clarifies some specific points regarding the Specific Carbohydrate Diet and offers some well-researched and documented history and evidence about the diet.

Bestselling authors Jodi Bager and Jenny Lass met one day while on a trip to meet with the now-author Elaine Gottschall, creator of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, and started talking recipes and food. They soon collaborated and found that their individual styles complimented each other perfectly.

Jodi says her style is simple and she’s a mom, and Janet is more scientific and a medical writer. They even like opposites. Jodi prefers family meals and recipes to serve her kids, while Jenny has a bit of a sweet tooth and loves ice cream—hence, the basis of a wonderful assortment to not only satisfy the palate, but an array to fill the many basic needs from breakfasts to dinners, desserts, and kitchen staples, all with a great homemade taste.

For anyone wanting to absorb the premise behind the SCD, this is the book for any reader. You are presented with just what you need to grasp the concepts. I, for one, now understand Elaine’s original book as a result of Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet’s well-written explanations.

The recipes produce without a doubt top-of-the-line, high-quality foods. (Try the cashew butter cookies—with almond flour!) They are packed with nutrition thanks to Jodi’s interests and loaded with “yum” thanks to Jenny. Together they have created another soon-to-be-bestseller Everyday Grain-Free. Please visit this Amazon link to check out the book.

Tina Turbin

Bestselling first book

Delicious recipes for healthy living

Everyday Grain-Free Gourmet by Jodi Bagers and Jenny Lass


Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Gluten-Free Food Review: JK Gourmet

Click the following link to watch my GlutenFreeHelp.info video/review of  JK Gourmet.

JK Gourmet is a unique Canadian company offering foods made totally from ingredients assured to be GF, grain-free, dairy-free, lactose-free, soy-free, trans fat-free and labeled accurately, with no sugar and only a touch of honey for sweetening. A company dedicated to making all-natural, healthy, whole food that tastes good—is this possible? Read on…

Jodi Bager was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2000. Rather than give in to a drug-dependent life, she searched for a way to treat her condition naturally. She had a strong feeling her diet had a significant influence on her debilitative condition.

While searching for solutions she came across the Specific Carbohydrate Diet by Elaine Gottschall. The book opened her eyes to the connection between food and intestinal diseases, yet gave her solutions that were logical and helpful. Jodi found the results that she needed within days, repaired her intestines through adhering to the diet, and was inspired to start her own company: Grain-Free JK Gourmet.

I have personally baked with her “special” finely-ground blanched almond flour. Her flour is guaranteed GF and perfect for pie crusts, pizza, cakes, cookies, etc. Her company has truly unique granolas in five delicious ingredient choices without grains or oats. My taste-testing group agrees with me that their granolas are not like any we’ve ever tasted before—nutty, with a unique texture, crunching in the mouth and bursting with healthy flavor. My favorite was the nuts and raisins only due to my love of the real deal which I can’t eat as I don’t do well with oats, even GF oats.

Jodi went on to share with me the fact that many celiacs don’t do well on the GF diet and that many of those that don’t have found improvement on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet and by eating the foods offered on her site. In fact she says, “I never yet met a celiac who didn’t improve on the SCD.”

Jodi’s more recent products offered are gluten- and grain-free biscotti in 4 flavors. She is quick to say that she offers advice and help to anyone in need and can be contacted through her website at http://www.JKGourmet.com.

Please read about Jodi’s second book and you may be able to your health. Every celiec should read this information.

Don’t forget to click the following link to watch my GlutenFreeHelp.info video/review of  JK Gourmet.

Tina Turbin


Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Central Florida is the World’s Most Celiac-Friendly Destination!


 
It’s always nice to receive a pleasant message, which in turn makes the day that much more brighter.
 
The Attune Foods Community Manager recently wrote to me concerning a  product review of their delicious gluten-free bars.  As a side note, these bars are fantastic and the video and written rave reviews will be posted soon!
 
She shared with me some TERRIFIC news about central Florida and paid me a lovely compliment:

“Tina, The Orlando Sentinel published a blog (click here to read the blog entry) stipulating that ‘Central Florida is considered to be the world’s most celiac-friendly destination.’  I bet your influence and awareness-building had something to do with that!  Have a great day and please let me know if I can be of assistance.”  Attune

Thank you!

Tina Turbin


Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

True Story: Stomach Pains Vanish After Eating Gluten-Free!

Following is a terrific testimonial from a man that had participated in my Gluten-Free Taste Testing Party on January 17th. 

“After the meeting at your house for the products taste party I decided to get very strict on a gluten free  program.

“After two days I had zero gut pain and a brain fog is clearing.   I have had gut pain for years and I have reduced the gluten but had not stayed really strict with it.

“Feel so much better.  Thanks so much again.”


Monday, January 18th, 2010

Gluten-Free Taste Testing Parties: East and West Coasts

At my Gluten-Free taste-testing party on Sunday the 17th, we tested 42 Gluten-Free products in the course of 2-1/2 hours. I had everyone take diligent notes on their feedback for each and every item I presented. The results have already been put together in my various reviews which my team in LA and FL worked hard on.
 
I want to thank Janet, Head of the Tampa Area Celiacs; and Brian Kelly, Founder of the Pinellas County Celiac Support Group and Secretary Susan Wilson for attending and lending their support and time. A special thanks goes to all those who attended: children, doctors, nutritionists and friends. You are all wonderful and I know you all left with a belly full of delicious food.
 
From this point forward I will be sharing with you the written and video results. Please check the Review sections located on the lower right hand side of my Gluten-Free home page starting on January 28th. Every week I will be releasing more!
 
Tina


Thursday, January 14th, 2010

Top Gluten-Free Companies Reviewed

One of my most involved projects lately (with my staff in FL and LA) has been the delicious and delightful task of reviewing gluten-free cookbooks, gluten-free foods and a variety of other gluten-free products such as cosmetics, vitamins and more.

My team and I are having a wonderful time and are quite excited to share the reviews with you. The number of truly great gluten-free companies out there has increased exponentially.

Part of the review process includes taste-testing “parties” at both my East Coast studio and West Coast office, including one to be held on Sunday the 17th. Keep checking back for more information on the reviews.

Tina

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Tina Turbin became extremely interested and involved in the subjects of gluten free, gluten sensitive and celiac disease a number of years ago as a result of...

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