Would you rather listen instead? I could feel it coming. We had visitors in town, the twins had two birthday parties, and then Valentine's day came. All of this celebration led to a gross overindulgence of sugar and screens. By Valentine's Day, we were cranky, wired, over-tired, undernourished, … [Read more...] about 10-Day Detox for Autism & ADHD
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End of the School Year Traditions
Traditions are an important part of life. When I was little, my mom started an end of the school year tradition with me that I loved dearly and still appreciate today. She would take me out to lunch after the last day of school. Usually it was A & W to get a root beer float and I remember those … [Read more...] about End of the School Year Traditions
Eat Clean and Gluten-Free on a Limited Budget
Hey there, You know we eat crazy here in the Rinna home - we eat clean and gluten-free among other things. But did you know I strive to be thrifty? I used to sweat in the check out line - no joke - when I was first diagnosed with Celiac. My body would go into fight-or-flight mode thinking about … [Read more...] about Eat Clean and Gluten-Free on a Limited Budget
Gluten, Dairy & Refined Sugar-Free Banana Bread
Banana bread is one of those simple pleasures in life. When I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease, it was one of the first baked goods I learned to make and I'm so glad I did. After much tweaking, I have been able to accommodate all of our other diet changes since my diagnosis; I give to you a gluten, … [Read more...] about Gluten, Dairy & Refined Sugar-Free Banana Bread
Gluten-Free Corned Beef & Swiss for St. Patrick’s Day
There's something so special to me about St. Patrick's Day. I could say it has something to do with my Irish heritage but it's not like I was born in Ireland or have any immediate family who was. For me, it has more to do with the fact that somehow, some major life events have ended up happening … [Read more...] about Gluten-Free Corned Beef & Swiss for St. Patrick’s Day
Gluten & Dairy-Free Broccoli Soup
When I scheduled this post, I thought it would be perfect for March - cozy, green, gluten & dairy-free broccoli soup. Then today came and I felt a little ridiculous posting it...it's a windy and balmy 72 degrees here in Alabama. As everyone knows, March weather can be highly unpredictable and … [Read more...] about Gluten & Dairy-Free Broccoli Soup