Enjoy Being Gluten-Free with @BfreefoodsUSA!

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I am going to finish out May and Celiac Awareness Month by featuring one of my all-time favorite gluten-free brands - BFree Foods!

I love BFree foods because they have no allergens in any of their products but they still taste great and the whole family enjoys them!

In order to showcase the high-quality ingredients in each of BFree’s wraps, rolls, pitas, bread loaves and bagels, BFree has created five delicious and nutritious recipes. Each recipe is inspired by a health purpose and further highlights BFree’s remarkable premium ingredients:

1· Roll Back the Clock – enhance your anti-aging efforts with the BFree Multigrain Wrap with sweet potato, romaine, spinach, red onion, black olive, sun-dried tomato, yellow pepper, olive oil and sesame seed. This recipe is full of antioxidants, beta-carotene, collagen, vitamin A and vitamin C.

2· B.L.T. (Beautiful, Long Tresses) – let your hair down with the BFree Sweet Potato Wrap with tofu, walnut, egg, carrot, avocado and spinach and restore keratin, potassium, protein, vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene.

3· Good Gut Club – trust your gut with the BFree Pita with brown rice, black bean, chili pepper, tomato, green olive, broccoli, cilantro and chia seed. Prevent bloat with insoluble fiber, stimulate digestive enzymes and bile production, support fat absorption and boost good bacteria in your gut.

4 · Mindfulness Bites – get in the right mindset and boost serotonin with the BFree Brown Seeded Loaf with avocado, smoked salmon, beet, cashew, and lemon in this sandwich packed with B vitamins, magnesium and apple fiber.

5 · A Slice of Energy – get up and go with the BFree Quinoa and Chia Seed Wrap with hummus, asparagus, red pepper, feta, quinoa, and radish and get a dose of healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, potassium, vitamin C, B vitamins, calcium, protein and fiber.

My favorite has got to be the Good Gut Club recipe! It sounds so fresh and perfect for hot summer weather! And who doesn't need a little gut help??!!

I love BFree not only for their gluten-free ingredients but for there great variety of products! My gluten-free hubby doesn't have to suffer anymore because he can still have pita wraps, hamburgers with a bun, a sandwich and so much more with BFree's products!

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You can purchase BFree products at a local store near you.

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Celebrate Celiac Awareness Month with @eatsmart Salads!

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May is Celiac Awareness Month and I am especially aware of it this year since my husband has recently had to go gluten-free and we have faced many of the challenges that people with Celiac face every day.

So these days I am always on the lookout for tasty, healthy and great gluten free products and Eat Smart is one of those!

Eat Smart is a leading producer of fresh-cut vegetables and chef-inspired salad kits. The brand has introduced its line of Salad Shake Ups™ salad bowls.

These single-serve, nutrient-packed salads contain distinctive and colorful combinations of vegetables, dried fruits, and unique toppings that create satisfying flavors and textures.

The salads are 100% Clean Label, with no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. These three “Salad Shake Ups” are Gluten Free:

Sweet Kale: Eating healthy never tasted so sweet. The Eat Smart Sweet Kale Salad Shake Ups™ is a unique blend of seven superfoods that include kale, green cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, chicory, roasted pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries, completed with a delicious poppy seed dressing.

Tropical Lime: a tasty blend of vegetables and dried fruits — green cabbage, broccoli stalk, Napa cabbage, curly kale, and Italian kale along with dried pineapple, dried mango, and dried papaya. White sesame seeds, crispy quinoa, roasted red quinoa, and thin crunchy noodles with a creamy coconut lime chili dressing complete the kit to deliver a mouth-watering flavor experience.

Raspberry Acai: blends broccoli stalk, green cabbage, curly kale, radicchio, dried cranberries, and dried blueberries with sliced toasted almonds and three nutritious varieties of seeds (hemp, flax, and chia). The tangy raspberry acai dressing tops it off perfectly.

These salads are so great for my husband to grab and go when he is headed to work. He loves the taste and so do I! They were an easy and healthy lunch that we both could enjoy!

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You can purchase Salad Shake Ups online and in stores near you.

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A Snack that Won't Upset Your Stomach: Happy Bars!

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Do you have IBS or know someone who does? Or maybe you are just looking for a low-FODMAP food that is easy to eat on the go and healthy?

Then let me recommend Happy Bars by Rachel Pauls Food!

Happy Bars by Rachel Pauls Food are certfied low-FODMAP energy bars that come in four delicious flavors. The low-FODMAP diet has been gaining a lot of national recognition lately as research on the diet continues to show 70 to 80 percent of IBS patients' symptoms improved on a low-FODMAP diet.

I don't have IBS but I am always looking for healthy, easy to eat on the go foods and these fit in my life perfectly! I wasn't sure how I would like the taste, but after trying them, are happy to say THEY ARE DELICIOUS! I tried all varieties and each one was equally delicious. They were great to stick in my purse for snack time on the go or for breakfast.

Plus, they are non-GMO and gluten-free so they fit any healthy lifestyle!

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You can purchase Happy Bars online from their website.

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Healthy Gluten-Free Eating with @BfreefoodsUSA

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We don't need to be gluten-free in our house for allergy or health reasons, but I choose to feed my family gluten-free foods whenever I can just because I think sometimes I serve way too much wheat and carbs :). But I am not goin' to lie...sometimes gluten-free just doesn't taste as good and I can't get my family to eat the gluten-free products I serve.

Do you ever face that problem? Whether you have to eat gluten-free or just try to, it is sometimes hard to find DELICIOUS and healthy gluten-free options. That is why I am so excited to share with you healthy and allergen-free breads from BFree! BFree Foods’ line of gluten-free bread is packed with hidden nutritional gems that help with health while still remaining entirely free from wheat, nuts, soy and all other major allergens. Plus, their products really do taste GOOD and my family never knows the difference when I serve BFree foods!

Some of the ingredients on BFree’s roster include:

· Teff, which is loaded with calcium and higher in amino acids than other grains so it boosts energy without a crash.

· Potato Flour, a resistance starch that keeps kids full throughout the day.

· Chia, which is high in fiber and protein.

· Pea Protein, a great vegan substitute for protein that is also high in fiber.

Not only are all of these products gluten free, but they are also wheat, dairy, egg, nut and soy free, making them free from all major allergens and suitable for vegans! Sometimes people that suffer from an intolerance to one food group are also prone to suffer an intolerance to another.

Plus they have such a wide variety of delicious products - I find myself serving BFree products with almost every meal now!

We really love the rolls with our grilled hamburgers, the bagels for Tuna Melts and Hot Dog buns for grilling season! Plus, the Wraps are great for tacos, especially the new Sweet Potato Wraps!

BFree products taste so great you won’t believe they’re not wheat! These breads and rolls are soft and don’t crumble. The Wraps wrap and roll without cracking, whether you eat them hot or cold! Avoiding wheat and gluten doesn’t mean than you have to lose out on taste any more!

If you have to or just choose to eat gluten-free, choose BFree and be very happy eating gluten-free!

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You can purchase BFree Foods at your nearest store!

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@CarringtonFarms @Vikis_Granola Make Packing Nutritious Snacks & Lunches Easy!

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Making healthy lunches and snacks for my children AND giving them variety instead of the same thing every day is something I really struggle with on a daily basis. I am just not very creative but giving them healthy, nutritious and filling lunches is really important to me and to their health!

Thank goodness I have help from great companies like Carrington Farms and Viki’s Granola!

Carrington Farms Paks

For parents looking for an easy, nutritious snack to pack for their kids, Carrington Farms Paks are the ideal choice. Packaged in convenient and portable single-servings, Carrington Farms' line of Paks are available in original Organic Flax Paks, Organic Flax Chia Paks and Organic Flax Hemp Paks – all of which are ready-to-eat, require no refrigeration and are rich in the essential nutrients students need to stay fueled and energized throughout the day, including Omega-3s, protein, fiber and antioxidants.

These Paks can be easily sprinkled or mixed into the foods you’re already eating, such as yogurt, smoothies, cereal, etc. I love that Carrington Farms offers a great 4 Paks set that comes with Flax, Flax Hemp, Flax Chia and Coconut Oil Paks. THey are perfect for little hands, putting in lunch boxes and eating on the go! We sprinkle these Paks on everything - sandwiches, yogurt, salads, etc and I love the boost of nutrition they give!

SRP: $6.99-8.99 or buy 4 pak for $27.99, Available nationwide at grocery stores and online at www.CarringtonFarms.com

Viki’s Granola

Viki's Granola is made with 100% all natural ingredients, gluten-free and baked with love. Unlike other granolas with hard clusters, Viki's has a fresh, soft, chewy texture and no artificial aftertaste. 

Available in five delicious flavors and in “Grab-n-Go!” single-serve pouches, Viki's Granola is great to enjoy on its own or with yogurt, making it the perfect, nutritious back-to-school snack! 

My son loves when I sneak Viki's Granola in his lunch box for a tasty, healthy snack! He loves on yogurt or plain! 

($5.49/12 oz. bag and $11.99 / (10) 1.5oz bags) www.VikisGranola.com.

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Organic Superseed Crunch from @AbsolutelyGF

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I am always on the search for gluten-free snacks for my children because sometimes I get stuck giving them grains all the time and I believe in a good balance of both!

One of their new favorites that they beg for all the time at snack time are the new Organic Superseed Crunch!

After two years in the making, Absolutely Gluten-Free, a company committed to offering delicious products that happen to be gluten-free, introduced Organic Superseed Crunch, a light, sweet and crispy snack packed with a powerhouse of important nutrients that every body needs for good health.

These nutrition dense superfoods provide a whopping 2000 mg of Omega 3 ALA per serving, gut friendly prebiotic fiber, and powerful antioxidants and lignans from the superseeds in a convenient snack. And, these nutrients flex some muscle - they are associated with everything from healthy brain, gut and heart, to supple skin. There’s really nothing else quite like it on the market today.

Absolutely Gluten-Free Organic Superseed Crunch is available in three varieties: Original, Toasted Coconut, and Cinnamon. Each variety is made with organic superseeds: whole sesame, whole golden flax, and whole chia, and provides an excellent source of essential fatty acids and important minerals such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, copper and manganese. It is the sixth new product among the company’s unique Absolutely Gluten-Free line.

Absolutely Superseed Crunch is perfect for kids and adults as a snack or in recipes, on top of salads, yogurt and ice cream. Kids won’t know they are getting important nutrients, and moms need not worry if they eat the entire bag!

And if you are looking for other delicious gluten-free foods, check out the rest of their product line including flatbreads, crackers, blondie and brownie crunch, cauliflower crust pizza and crepes, available in stores nationwide. All products in the Absolutely Gluten-Free line are certified kosher by the Orthodox Union (OU)!

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You can purchase Absolutely Gluten-Free Organic Superseed Crunch in convenient 4.5 oz. re-sealable bags (six to a case) and retail for $4.99 - $5.99 per bag.

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Dairy-Free & Delicious Foods from @daiyafoods!

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If you are on a dairy-free diet or have to go dairy-free for other reasons, there is still many ways to eat healthy and delicious food!

Let me introduce you to Daiya, makers of delicious dairy-alternative products and makers of food that really is still delicious and tastes like they are made with dairy!

I really love the awesome variety of foods that Daiya offers from cheese alternatives to CHEEZECAKE! Yes, cheezecake! You are sure to find a favorite if you are on a dairy-free diet!

Check out some of our family favorites from Daiya:

Swiss Style Slices

Slightly sharp, beautifully creamy and full of flavor, these Swiss Style Slices are a perfect cheese alternative. Use them to dress up a grilled cheese sandwich or enjoy them on their own. 

We used them recently in a chicken and stuffing dish and they melted perfectly and were a great addition to the dish!

Classic Blend Shreds

Now you can get two melty, stretchy bestsellers in one resealable bag. That’s right, this Classic Blend Shreds combine the ever-popular Cheddar and Mozzarella Style Shreds into one super-topping for pizzas, tacos, nachos and more.

We use these shreds in scrambled eggs, on nachos and on pizza! They melt nicely and taste great!

Spinach & Mushroom Pizza

If you prefer a creamy white sauce to zesty marinara, this pizza is for you. The crisp, gluten-free crust is covered in a rich white bean sauce, fresh spinach and mushrooms, plenty of garlic, and our ooey-gooey Mozzarella Style Shreds. It’s wonderfully delicious and then some.

Strawberry Greek Yogurt Alternative

Bursting with red berry flavor, this creamy Strawberry Greek Yogurt Alternative has the ability to turn just about anyone into a morning person. It’s packed with protein, calcium and real pieces of fruit — one spoonful is all it takes. But trust us, you’ll want more than that.

My children devoured this yogurt and loved the juicy strawberries in every bite!

New York Cheezecake

And my favorite has to be this Cheezecake! Who knew you could have a cheezecake on a dairy-free diet, right??!!

Rich, velvety and deeply satisfying, this New York Cheezecake is a classic favorite. A delicious, guilt-free indulgence infused with real vanilla and lots of dairy-free love.

So don't fret or worry about giving up your indulgences once you start a dairy-free diet! Daiya has your back and has really delicious alternatives for every craving!

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Let @stubbsbbqsauce Help You Celebrate Labor Day! #Giveaway

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There is nothing I like more than a good BBQ sauce! We LOVE BBQ chicken sandwiches, BBQ Chicken on the grill, and BBQ little weenies for football season!

All of these are so great for your upcoming Labor Day celebrations, last days of grilling and football season!!

Looking for a delicious BBQ sauce without all the artificial junk? Let me recommend our favorite as of late - Stubb’s Legendary Bar-B-Q Sauce from the legend himself, Rocky Stubblefield!

Stubb’s Legendary Bar-B-Q all started in 1968 when C.B. Stubblefield, “Stubb,” started his first restaurant in Lubbock, Texas. Over the course of his life, Stubb perfected the art of barbecue, including making the sauces, marinades and rubs that today bring legendary Texas flavor to homes everywhere.

Stubb prided himself on making the best barbecue around, and he knew that the only way to do that was to use nothing but quality ingredients. That’s why Stubb’s line of sauces, marinades and rubs are made right with quality, gluten free ingredients, and contain no high fructose corn syrup.

Stubb’s spice rubs are the first step to great barbecue. Become a pitmaster in your own right by always starting with a good rub.

As I mentioned, we LOVE Barbecue anything in our house! But the must-have is a really good BBQ sauce without high fructose corn syrup, artificial ingredients or any other icky ingredient! Stubb's has all that and more with their Sauces PLUS Spice Rub and Chicken Marinade!

We tried the Spice Rub on our homemade hamburgers the other day and they were the best hamburgers we have ever had! Everyone was wondering what I did different this time around - and I replied with STUBB'S!

If you are looking for an easy but delicious meal for this Labor Day weekend or upcoming football party, add Stubb's to any meat, put in the crockpot, grill or pan and you will have a delicious meal!

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Head Back to School with Healthier Snacks & Baked Goods from Simple Mills

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Let’s face it: my kids sometimes see their friends eating Doritos, Cheese-Its and Oreos and they want to try them or start to complain about their own healthy, clean eating snack.

The answer: snacks that look and taste “normal” but are built around crackers and baking mixes that are formulated without objectionable ingredients.

That's where Simple Mills products come in to save the day this school year - they are free of gluten, grain, soy, GMOs, excessive sugar and anything artificial!!!

Simple Mills is a rising star in the natural foods space that is changing the way America bakes. Simple Mills’ baking mix line includes eight muffin, cake, bread, cookie, pancake/waffle and pizza mixes, while its almond flour crackers include Fine Ground Sea Salt, Rosemary & Sea Salt, Sun-dried Tomato & Basil, and Farmhouse Cheddar varieties.

All products are Non-GMO Project Verified, certified gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and free of grain, soy and artificial flavors or fillers.

We got to try a variety of great products from Simple Mills but my children admit to loving the crackers the most, especially the Farmhouse Cheddar crackers! They were the perfect mix of cheesy and salty without any junk or gluten! I absolutely felt great giving my children these snacks and they would make a great lunch box snack as well!

I also love that I can now make baked goods without any gluten or artificial ingredients - including pancakes for a delicious weekend breakfast! Thank you Simple Mills for making eating healthy and gluten-free simple and tasty!

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You can purchase Simple Mills products online as well as in more than 4,000 natural and conventional grocery stores.

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