When it comes to sweeteners, there are two well-known contenders on different ends of the dietary spectrum: sugar and saccharin. Sugar, known as the generic name for soluble carbohydrates, is commonly found in various foods. It consists of simple sugars like glucose, fructose, and galactose, with sucrose being the most commonly used form extracted from sugar cane or sugar beet. Saccharin is what is known as a [...]
Is Kombucha Gluten Free?
Kombucha is a fermented tea drink believed to have numerous health benefits that can benefit all kinds of people on all sorts of diets. But what about those with celiac or non-celiac gluten sensitivity? Can they enjoy this tangy, fizzy health tonic too? Thankfully, yes! And it might even have extra health benefits for them. Let’s look at what kinds of kombucha are gluten-free and what to look out for on the [...]
Powdered Sugar vs Sugar: The Ultimate Verdict
Powdered sugar and sugar, both sweet-tasting and soluble carbohydrates, are widely used in food. While sugar refers to the generic name encompassing various simple sugars such as glucose, fructose, and galactose, powdered sugar, also known as confectioners' sugar or icing sugar, distinguishes itself by its finely ground texture. Derived from the milling of granulated sugar into a powdered state, it is a convenient option for [...]
Almond Flour Flatbread (Taste the Difference!)
Almond flour flatbread is a light, fluffy flatbread filled with flavor. This 9 ingredient low-carb flatbread is so easy to make. Plus, it's versatile. You can use it as a wrap or pizza base, dip it in curry, use it in place of bread, or make low-carb chips. Why You'll Love This Recipe: Most keto flatbreads are filled with cheese, eggs, and yogurt. However, this almond flour flatbread recipe [...]
Which Pastas Are Gluten-Free?
There has been a rise in the popularity of gluten-free products, and pasta is no exception! Which types of pasta are gluten-free? There are several gluten-free pasta options including: We’ll review each of these gluten-free pastas and compare them against each other nutrition-wise! Is pasta gluten-free? Most types of regular pasta are made from durum wheat semolina, a type of wheat-based flour that is NOT [...]
Almond Flour Crackers (Keto-Friendly!)
These almond flour crackers are quick, delicious and made of only 3 ingredients! They are free of gluten, refined sugar, and are keto-friendly. They are so easy to make you’ll forget about store-bought brands! Almond flour crackers are wonderful for toppings, like slices of cheese or dollops of hummus, and make the best companion to homemade soups. The recipe is also easily adaptable to be savory or [...]
