Monthly Archives: December 2012

Book Review + Recipes: Meals That Heal Inflammation by Julie Daniluk, R.H.N.

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Yankeepants

When I was first diagnosed with Sjogren’s Syndrome and started researching the potential effects of an anti-inflammatory diet on autoimmune disease, I read every inflammation-free eating plan cookbook I could get my hands on. After combing through at least a … Continue reading →

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Apple Rosemary Crisp (Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free/Vegan)

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Yankeepants

The morning after Thanksgiving, the Midwestern Gentleman woke up and said sleepily, “I think I’d like some oatmeal for breakfast this morning.” “O.k.,” I answered, nonchalantly, “Enjoy your oatmeal. I’m going to have some leftover apple rosemary crisp.” The Gent’s … Continue reading →

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Eating Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free in Kansas City, MO

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Yankeepants

On Week 6 of the Elimination Diet, I decided to add nightshades back onto the menu so our long weekend in Kansas City, MO, wouldn’t be quite so difficult to negotiate culinarily. I was still avoiding gluten, dairy, and corn … Continue reading →

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Pesto Patties (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Yankeepants

We’ve enjoyed a couple of very busy weeks lately, visiting Kansas City, MO, for a long weekend (where the Midwestern Gentleman ran his fourth ultra-marathon of the season), indulging in a delicious — if non-traditional — Thanksgiving dinner with my … Continue reading →