tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81027431629602364222024-02-18T23:14:41.788-08:00The Gluten Free TeenI am a gluten free teen blogger!
I have celiac! Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-52151578598632879932015-08-24T09:00:00.000-07:002015-08-24T18:07:46.529-07:00Teen Dating and Food AllergiesOh dear,what a mix. Teen dating is already stressful and hard as it is now add celiac,food allergies,or other medical problems(or all of the above.) Dating if you think about it is scary,especially as a teen with food allergies. I mean you have to trust this person with not only your heart but now your life. <b>But don't let it hold you back!</b> It is possible I promise.<br />
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Don't forget to have fun!<br />
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Dates don't have to be dinner,you can think outside of the box. Go to a concert(this is probably my favorite!),play,sporting event,or museum.<br />
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I understand the one question on your mind,What's the guide to kissing? First kisses are nerve racking to everyone let alone some one with food allergies. The guide I have heard and used is to wait 4 hours after the other persons last meal with your allergen and to have them brush their teeth.<br />
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A tip for the gluten free guys out there,also be careful of your girls makeup. Some brands contain gluten!<br />
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<br />Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-79293851587825120092015-06-29T09:00:00.000-07:002015-06-29T09:00:04.918-07:00Gluten Free Travels- Disney World<b>The most magical place in the word,is also extremely food allergy friendly.</b> Hearing the word Disney makes everyone excited,am i right? When most people think of Disney World they think of the castle,the characters,and of course <i>the food.</i><br />
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As someone with food allergies and celiac,when I hear the word travel...I have learned to dread what is to follow. For me it is always hard to travel,but with planing it is doable. But most of the time when I do it is to a place with a time schedule and I pack <i style="font-weight: bold;">all of my own food</i>.<br />
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With my trip for spring break,however I knew I packing all my meals was not an option,since I would be flying. I did my research as any good celiac/person with food allergies does for everything and everything. And I found out Disney would be extremely easy to be safe at.<br />
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I was still a little nervous,because I was traveling for the first time with people who were not my family,or my church youth group. I was traveling with my (at the time) boyfriend's family. Which in and of its self would make any girl nervous.<br />
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<b>My Experience-</b><br />
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My vacation to Disney was an amazing experience. All of the restaurants I visited had extremely knowledgeable staff about food allergy safety. It was awesome to feel <b>normal</b> at a restaurant. Disney made me feel at home and welcome,not like an alien or a burden.<br />
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<b>Where I stayed-</b><br />
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I stayed at the Wilderness Loge cabins on the Disney property in Florida. It was beautiful and very homey.<br />
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At the cabins there is an amazing restaurant that is a must try,The Trail's End Restaurant. It is barbecue <i>buffet.</i> I know the celiac in you panics,but they have an amazing chef, Chef Michael! Who will make you anything on the buffet fresh to ensure safety. He understands gluten free needs first hand,since his girlfriend is gluten free.<br />
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If you eat here you will be treated well.<br />
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<b>Day 1-</b><br />
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For my first day in the parks I went to Epcot.<br />
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I had lunch at The Electric Umbrella in Future World. I had the gluten free chicken tenders and french fries. It was pretty good!<br />
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For dinner we ate at the Liberty Inn. I had the New York Strip Steak with broccoli and fries. The steak was so good,nice and tender. The broccoli was perfectly steamed as well.<br />
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<b>Day 2-</b><br />
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My second day in the parks was spent in Magic Kingdom.<br />
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We went back to the cabins for lunch. And for dinner we ate at the restaurant located at the cabins,Trail's End.<br />
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My third day i the parks was spent in Hollywood Studios.<br />
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We ate lunch and dinner at our cabin.<br />
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I also on day three when to Downtown Disney,which has a gluten free,and vegan bakery,Babycakes NYC. The bakery was hard to find,but totally worth it.<br />
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<b>Over All-</b><br />
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My vacation to Disney was amazing. I cannot wait to go again someday! I miss those Mickey shaped ice cream bars,which are gluten free by the way!<br />
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<b><br /></b>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-63240906563423336162015-04-06T14:10:00.001-07:002015-04-06T14:10:56.030-07:00Vacation-Myrtle BeachSo I spent one day of my spring break trip in Myrtle Beach! It was so beautiful there. I was in love with the weather,it was warm compared to my home town back in Jersey.<div><br></div><div>That night we went to Jimmy Buffets Margritaville. It was absolutely amazing. It was the best gluten free and allergen free restaurant experience I have ever had! The servers were all so sweet and filled with knowledge! They have a pretty good amout of gluten free and fish/shellfish free food options! We decided to get the nachos for an appetizer(I've never been able to have an appetizer since being gluten free.) </div><div><br></div><div>I had the grilled chicken sandwich with <i>French fries! </i>They had a dedicated fryer,which was a crazy thing to wrap my mind around. The roll was great,tasted very fresh! If you wanted it they even had desert(WOW!)</div><div><br></div><div>The next morning at my hotel they had a complementary breakfast. Which that even had safe options although I had my own oatmeal packets. Which was awesome to see.</div><div><br></div>This is the gluten free menu-<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_3dmSBccZkmAqgutjlPb3s39r2K-dXztHp7s4_zdRCM5mHNqniOOkBnc4Zs_5to_IhKPA-lac2s7Y57DIBFMLaJslnXcy_3MqiXVt6krJ0VYVesvpuIUwveIcETBPnY8wqGCKq1zEkmo/s640/blogger-image--781832166.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_3dmSBccZkmAqgutjlPb3s39r2K-dXztHp7s4_zdRCM5mHNqniOOkBnc4Zs_5to_IhKPA-lac2s7Y57DIBFMLaJslnXcy_3MqiXVt6krJ0VYVesvpuIUwveIcETBPnY8wqGCKq1zEkmo/s640/blogger-image--781832166.jpg"></a></div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-64799998999623201162015-03-31T16:17:00.001-07:002015-04-01T19:37:19.941-07:00Gluten Free TravelsSo for spring break this year I am traveling,like what most people do. I've traveled on different trips in the past(small weekend trips,retreats,and conferences for different things.) One thing I haven't done as a celiac and person with food allergies is go on vacation!<div><br></div><div>So for the next <i>nine days</i> I will be traveling to Myrtle beach(currently writing this on the plane!),a small town South Carolina,and <b>Disney World!!!! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>So when it comes to me traveling I ️always have to bring certain things with me. I know I will need them,because some things I cannot depend that where I'm going will have or it is easier to bring them instead of buying them at my destination. I have one rule that these things must obey: <b>they must travel well!</b></div><div> </div><div>These items include:</div><div>Protein bars- I'm taking a few in my carry on bag for this trip( my favorites are the Luna bars and kind bars!)</div><div>Oatmeal packets- they are an easy meal on the go that travel extremely well! Plus they take up almost no space.</div><div>Nuts- another great snack(just double check that you are not on a nut free flight so you don't endanger anyone!)</div><div><br></div><div>Another must is to <b>take your medication</b> <b>with you! </b>If you are flying please take you them with you on the plane. You never know what might happen! With me in my carry on/purse for this trip are all my medications(especially Benadryl!) If you are traveling with other people it is helpful for those people to know where you keep your medicines,in case of an emergency!<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> </span></div><div><br></div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-86777463004782133702014-12-13T17:27:00.000-08:002014-12-13T17:27:00.172-08:00After School Snacks<br />
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Banana with nut butter "frosting"~ unpeel a banana and spread the top with a tablespoon of natural peanut butter,almond butter,or SunButter!</div>
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Celery with fresh salsa dip</div>
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Hope your school year has been going well!</div>
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Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-9044185423914362172014-12-06T17:23:00.000-08:002014-12-06T17:23:46.746-08:00 The Unexpected Happens, Especially On The Road We have all been in sticky situations we never could have expected. For me traveling to competitions hours away from home every weekend this past fall, I was bound for some right? Knowing my luck I was bound for a few this past season.<br />
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On the day of my finale competition I hit a very unexpected situation. All day I had a killer migraine from stress and not sleeping. After our show I felt really anxious about scores, since the performance was not our best. At pictures I was about to pass out. After awards, we placed third out of the whole coast! We had our typical speech, but I was really not doing so well. I ended up having a panic attack, throwing up, then passing out in the bathroom. I was incredibly dehydrated and my sugar was extremely low. Lets just say when we were stuck at burger king for almost 4 hours because they couldn't make food quickly for over 100 people I was not extremely happy.<br />
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Lessons I hope you and I have learned from my mistakes drink more water, tell others(not just your bus buddy) you don't feel well ,and pack extra food.<br />
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<br />Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-13024563084302200062014-09-26T21:11:00.002-07:002014-09-26T21:11:25.994-07:00GF&AF ExpoSo this past month I had the privilege to go as a blogger to the Gluten Free and Allergen Free Expo! It is defiantly one of my favorite weekends of the year!<br />
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One of my favorite booths was the Schar kids area! They had story time,gluten free play dough,and crafts for the kids. This expo is so family friendly,,which is a huge bonus!<br />
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What I love most of all is when you are waiting in line and see the children's faces when they are told that all the food in this place is safe. Young kids with allergies or celiac are taught that in most places the food won't be safe.<br />
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I even got to meet some of my readers!<br />
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Over all had an amazing time! That weekend marked my last free weekend before I started my competition/game season! (Might be currently writing this on my way to my first full show!)Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-65482389884056247772014-09-05T20:29:00.000-07:002015-06-28T12:59:51.138-07:00Gluten Free Makeup-Red Apple LipstickAhh,I miss the days when I could go to the Mac counter a buy the newest gem to add to my collection of lip products. I always loved lip gloss,lipstick,lip balm,and anything related makeup wise to your lips.<br />
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When I went gluten free,the day after I went to the library and got a book on celiac. One the first page was a pictures of thing that have hidden gluten. One of those you guessed it.....lipstick! So not only did I learn I had to give up my beloved Chinese food but my lipstick too.</div>
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Last year at the Gluten Free & Allergen Free Expo in NJ I got to experience there amazing products. Although they have lipstick in their name they offer so much more! Their products range from lipstick to now mascara! My favorite product from them is the Mint 2 Be lipgloss. It's not sticky or gooey. It has just the right amount of color and an amazing minty smell and taste! I own this lipgloss in Fuzzy Navle(a peachy color) but they have other fun colors to match your taste. </div>
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I can't wait for this week end to visit one of my favorite tables at the GF&AF Expo... The Red Apple Lipstick Booth!<br />
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Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-86160058729005592472014-08-21T11:03:00.000-07:002014-08-21T11:03:07.266-07:00The Gluten&Allergen Free ExpoThis morning I got one of the best emails I have ever gotten...I am now am on the offcial blogger team for the <a href="http://gfafexpo.com/">Gluten Free and Allergen Free Expo </a>in Secauscus New Jersey!These expos are the biggest in the USA.It is prestented by Udi's Gluten Free and Glutino, two of my favorite and most trusted brands! There will be well over <b>100 vendors </b>there on September 6-7!<br />
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All of the vendors offer something different to this wonderful event. The vendors range from skincare and makeup( <a href="http://www.redapplelipstick.com/">Red Apple Lipstick</a> here I come!) to awesome food!<br />
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On both Saturday and Sunday there are awesome presentations by Carol Kicinski,Amy Fothergill,Kathy Smart,and so many more.<br />
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But the best part is meeting your favorite bloggers!<br />
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Go follow me on twitter @theglutenfreete<br />
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As apart of the blogger team I have a coupon code to get 20% off your ticket which isAshley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-14058131469372601712014-08-16T18:58:00.001-07:002014-08-16T18:58:03.661-07:00My Must Haves in the Kitchen for on the Go!This summer has been crazy! I've barely been home or had any free time.I went on my first servant trip for a little less than a week(next blog post will be on how I survived.) The rest of my time has been spent at my high school! I know what everyone is thinking! You,a teenager, spent your summer at school? I'm crazy!<div><br></div><div>I have had a summer filled with a very physically demanding sport.....drumline. I spend more then 12 hours a week at rehearsals,let alone working out at the gym,and practicing at my house. </div><div><br></div><div>In any sport what is something you have to do? Fuel your body! For those with allergies or celiac it can be easy,or hard.You have to pick which you want. </div><div><br></div><div>Over these long weeks I have developed a system of what I need to keep in the house and especially what to stay far from!</div><div><br></div><div>Thing I always have in my fridge-</div><div>•WATER</div><div>•Chicken breasts (baked over the weekend)</div><div>•Turkey Bacon(already cooked. I use Applegate Farms. They are all natural,gluten free,and no bad stuff!)</div><div>•Brown Rice </div><div>•Quinoa</div><div>•Kale(sautéed with onion and spices!)</div><div>•Lemons</div><div>•Fruit(tangerines are awesome!)</div><div>•Broccli/other veggies</div><div>•Watermelon</div><div>•Gatorade-</div><div>Ok,I know it is bad for you. I try to eat healthy and natural as possible. It's the one thing I need! I try to limit my food dye intake,since in larger amounts have caused me to have migraines. We all have those few things we know arnt good for you,yet we still them enjoy,this is one of mine!(I do enjoy gluten free fruit candy.)Everything is good in moderation!</div><div><br></div><div>Thing I always have in my pantry-</div><div>•Nutella(trust me on this! A tablespoon with a plum after giving 150% on the field for over 4 hours and running 3/4 of a mile is heaven!)</div><div>•Natural PB/Sunbutter(for PB I love Justin's brand!)</div><div>•Multi grain/seed crackers(Vans gluten free crackers are my thing!)</div><div>•Tasty brand organic wild berry fruit snacks(no corn syrup,allergen free/gluten free,and all natural!)</div><div>•Kind bars(I love all flavors)</div><div>•Almonds</div><div>•Brown rice pasta </div><div> </div><div>Things you can avoid(are know to cause probs for athletes or have tried and not had a success full practice)-</div><div><br></div><div>•Dairy- known to cause stomach problems in heat!(please! I am warning you!)</div><div>•Eggs-upset stomach</div><div>•Greasy food-self explanatory</div><div>•Your allergen-come on people! Must I say this!</div><div>•Soda </div><div><br></div><div>Take what you will from this,I can't control your life. This is what works for me:)</div><div><br></div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-65455526395331296502014-06-28T07:25:00.000-07:002014-06-28T07:25:51.026-07:00Nine Things Everyone Should KnowHear are nine things <b>everyone </b>should know about people with allergies or celiac.<br />
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This summer I will have really early band practice.We practice in the hot summer heat. Marching band is a very strenuous sport believe it or not. On average we burn more calories in our shows than football players in a game. So therefore a great breakfast is the key to success!(FYI,look you probably learned something before you even got half way through.)</div>
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Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-67123029040104613172014-02-23T16:39:00.001-08:002014-02-23T16:40:39.625-08:00Where have I been! Sadly no I was not on the moon(I know bummer.) I have spent the last few months at doctors, emergency rooms, and at school.<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">It wasn't for celiac(or food allergies.) Which could be taken as a good or bad thing.</span><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> Back in October(29th to be exact) I fell down twenty something concrete stairs. I don't remember much about it to be honest. I hit my head between 3-5 times and slid down on my back. It has been a roller coaster of scary moments and pain.</span></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"> I had to take a break to collect my thoughts and figure out how to move on.Wail I am not recovered and now am comming to the realization that I will never be the same. I have come to the conclusion that I cannot just stop doing the things that I love(aka blogging.) I have to learn to live with the constant pain that I am in. </font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"> Okay this is now when it gets cheesey. One of my favorite quotes now that I firmly believe in is " Without pain,we couldn't know joy." Take that quote as you will....it can apply to anything. With the pain comes the joy(I think I haven't came to any conclusions yet!)</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"> I am learning to live with any obstacle life throws at me. Including a concussion (now post concussion syndrome) and a back injury(now will more than likely be chronic pain.)</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">Thank you for being patient with me for not posting. I am going to try to be more constent.</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">What kind of post do you what to see on here?</font></div><div><br></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"> </font></div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-13062096672172964942014-01-18T14:52:00.001-08:002014-01-18T14:52:09.220-08:00Kind Snacks Review! Okay I may have a slight obsession.....Kind bars. I love love love all types of bars! they are great for on the go,school,work, anywhere and everywhere. i have one in my bookbag,purse,my mom's bag,her car,oh and at least a few in my pantry at all times!<div>
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<li>Lower in sugar then most(they average around 5 grams)</li>
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Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-8462681296901368762013-12-02T15:13:00.001-08:002013-12-02T15:13:33.369-08:00Lunch Box Monday-A Great Chip SubstituteA great chip substitute for this weeks lunch box is kale chips! Although they can be pricey and not very health if you buy them in stores...they are cheap and quick to make in your own kitchen! <div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Kale chips-</div><div><br></div><div>1 bunch of kale</div><div>Sea salt</div><div>Olive oil</div><div><br></div><div>Devain and cut the kale after washing.</div><div>Toss in a bowl with salt and oil.</div><div>Bake in a 350 oven for 5-10 minutes </div><div>(Make sure that they are sread out on you sheet tray,I divided mine on two trays)</div><div>Let cool and add to your lunchbox!!</div><div>Hope you and your family had a wonderful thanksgiving!</div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-40836687020928714732013-11-11T15:37:00.001-08:002013-11-11T15:39:14.521-08:00Lunch Box Monday-A Sweet TreatIf you follow me on instgram then you know over the weekend I made the perfect treat for lunch boxes, Jolly Rancher Lollipops(or natural candies.)<div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Jolly Rancher Lollipops-</div><div><br></div><div>Makes 4</div><div><br></div><div>12 candies</div><div>4 popsticle s<font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">ticks</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">Something to wrap them in</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">Pre heat the oven to 350. </font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">Arrange the candies 3 each on the popsticle sticks. Lay on a silpat mat or wax paper. Spread them apart at leased 2" apart to make sure they</font><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> don't spread into each other(only two on each tray.)</span></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">Bake for 2-4 minutes</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">Cool,and wrap!</font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="Helvetica Neue Light, HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif">They are also great for bakesales!!!</font></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOgq6lO-UxTyATgQF7j6c9xrSpdW4yj_InbO1gdzKJhJVCGGCeyigS8E7X-G9tLuKPM7OoxNx3vdLx16Vj9ToHr2GTYXIMc_9307ZNH-QcABTMgB0oGZMnTiNE-1N7GCJVjdUCBGbpbuY/s640/blogger-image--78148187.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOgq6lO-UxTyATgQF7j6c9xrSpdW4yj_InbO1gdzKJhJVCGGCeyigS8E7X-G9tLuKPM7OoxNx3vdLx16Vj9ToHr2GTYXIMc_9307ZNH-QcABTMgB0oGZMnTiNE-1N7GCJVjdUCBGbpbuY/s640/blogger-image--78148187.jpg"></a></div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-66112585319605880292013-10-30T16:37:00.001-07:002013-10-30T16:37:48.015-07:00Recipe Wednesday-PlaydoughOne known terror to all wheat allergic or celiac kid is..... Playdough!!! Here is a simple recipe for Playdough.I would have pictures but the Playdough was put in a hot moist container and got moldy/turned into a science project over the weekend.I didn't think you needed pictures of that!<div><br></div><div>Playdough-</div><div>Around 2-4 cups of gf flour(it depends on the flour)</div><div>2 tbsp of oil</div><div>Around 1-2 cups of water(it depends on the flour)</div><div>1 cup of sugar</div><div>Food coloring or leave it plain</div><div>Vanilla extract</div><div><br></div><div>Combine until a dough and enjoy! Even eat it (doesn't taste bad.)</div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-1285645763485177172013-10-28T14:16:00.001-07:002013-10-28T14:16:20.396-07:00Lunch Box Monday-Cool Snacks So as you know very well gluten free products can be expensive and some taste like the bottom of a shoe,yes shoe!After trying out what seems to be far to many cookies and pretzels, I came to a great list of kid approved snacks(I tested them on willing friends and little cousins.)<br />
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<li>Lucy's Cookies(vegan,gluten free,nut free,gmo free,and all natural)</li>
<li>Organ Kids Mini Outback Animals(nut free,soy free,gluten free,wheat free,dairy free,egg free,yeast free,vegan)</li>
<li>Surf Sweets(organic,natural,gluten free,top 10 free)</li>
<li>Yummy Earth(organic,gluten free,top 8 free)</li>
<li>Glutino pretzels(gluten free)</li>
<li>Skinny Popcorn(top 8 free,gluten free)</li>
<li>Popchips(gluten free)</li>
<li>Rice Cakes(mostly top 8 free and gluten free but check)</li>
<li>Udi's Bars(gluten free,dairy free)</li>
<li>Crunchmaster Crackers(gluten free)</li>
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Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-67702674538628732822013-10-16T15:10:00.001-07:002013-10-16T15:10:36.071-07:00Recipe Wednesday-Pumpkin SeedzSo what do you do with the guts of your Halloween jack'o'lantern? Toast them of course!!!<div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Pumpkin Seedz-</div><div>1-1/2 cup of pumpkin seeds(washed and pat dry</div><div><br></div><div>2 teaspoons of olive oil or coconut oil</div><div><br></div><div>Seasonings (salt and pepper,garlic salt,chilli powder with cumin,chilli lime are some good ones)</div><div><br></div><div>Coat seeds with oil and seasoning and spread on a baking sheet</div><div><br></div><div>Bake at 300 for about 40 minutes or until golden brown </div><div><br></div><div>Enjoy!!!!!</div><div><br></div><div>Happy Halloween!!</div><div><br></div><div>Please go check out my instgram-ashleytheglutenfreeteen</div><div><br></div><div>Comment below your favorite seasoning for your seeds!</div>Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-84959741586235269602013-10-14T06:00:00.000-07:002013-10-14T06:00:09.167-07:00Lunch Box Recipe Monday- Quick and Easy Kale Salad Happy Monday everyone!<br />
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This weeks recipe is for a amazing kale salad that will make your kids beg for their veggies!<br />
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Kale Salad<br />
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One head of kale<br />
1 cup of raisins(i used a raisin and cranberry mix)<br />
1/2 a cup of slivered almonds (optional)<br />
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1-1/2 lemons (juiced and add a little zest)<br />
2-4 tablespoons of olive oil<br />
Salt and pepper<br />
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<br />Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-63151083880568046472013-08-23T06:00:00.000-07:002013-08-23T06:00:09.127-07:00Back to School: Emergence SnackSo in my middle school(Yes i'm in the eight grade and graduating this year) we are not supposed to have class parties or have birthday celebrations, but dose everyone follow the rules?No!I found that classmates and teachers bring in cupcakes or doughnut holes for birthdays or holidays.So it happens that sometimes the unexpected happens,and for older children and teens it is sometime hard to pass up a ''double chocolate cupcake'' but if you don't we will get sick as any celiac or gluten intolerant would.And for younger kids it is even harder.So you or your child are not in this situation I have my emergence snack pack.<br />
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What my snack pack includes is shelf stable gluten free(or your allergens) snacks.These include-<br />
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<li>Dried or Freeze Dried Fruit such as cranberries or blueberries</li>
<li>Nuts(check with your class or school) suck as almonds or pistachios</li>
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My favorite type or bag for this is the Allermate snack bag(picture above <a href="http://store.allermates.com/index.html">Allermates </a>), but you can use any bag you like like a make-up bag or a little pencil pouch.Its cute and perfect for the snack pack!For older kids and teens with lockers it works out perfect to hide the snack from ''snack sealers.''For younger children it is perfect for book bags or to keep in their teacher's desk! Just don't forget to exchange the snack pack once every three months to make sure you have a fresh snack! Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-82089779834503148442013-08-16T12:04:00.000-07:002013-08-20T18:55:00.228-07:00Back to School: LunchesRecipe time!<br />
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For back to school I have some great kid ''friendly'' school lunch recipes!They include fresh,vibrant colors and flavors that your children have been enjoying all summer long! As we all know it is stressful on both the student and parent! As a parent you have many thing on your mind ,especially if your child is starting a new school, the last thing you want on your mind is making school lunches your child will eat! And with your child's dietary needs, that is now what worries you even more than the average parent!So dig out those fun lunch boxes and star shaped cookie cutters for your little star!<br />
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For back to school as we all know it is a fun time to meet new friends and find the prefect new pencil case!But for us with food allergies or celiac it is a time that can be stressful! so i have some awesome allergen free school lunch ideas for a fun back to school season!That even you can help make!<br />
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<li>Pizza <span style="background-color: white;">sauce</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white;">Crust(cauliflower,pre-made,or homemade)</span></li>
<li>Fruit leather<span style="background-color: white;">(Trader Joe's has great organic ones)</span></li>
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You can pack in a <a href="http://www.easylunchboxes.com/">Easy Lunchbox</a> or little baggies!<br />
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<li>Gluten free crackers or *brea<span style="background-color: white;">d(depending on your needs)</span></li>
<li>Jam<span style="background-color: white;">(read the labels a lot of them have wheat flour)</span></li>
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<li>1 cup of Brown rice pasta</li>
<li>4-5 halved cherry tomatoes</li>
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Ashley the gluten free teen!!http://www.blogger.com/profile/10886878093853362933noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8102743162960236422.post-32280613015844055932013-06-07T17:28:00.001-07:002013-08-20T18:57:13.050-07:00SunButterSo I have been peanut free for a couple months! I have been trying to find something that is as good as good old pb!!<br />
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Well I found it!! SunButter is gluten and nut free!! But the greatest thing is that they come in a jar or in 1.1 oz packets!!<br />
It is one of my favs!!!!<br />
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You can find out even more about <a href="http://www.sunbutter.com/">Sunbutter</a><br />
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