Monday, June 10, 2013
Celiac Spotlight: Elizabeth Hasselbeck.
Elizabeth Hasselbeck is one woman whom I admire, for many reasons. The biggest reason being, she is an advocate for Celiac Disease. She was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in 2002 after her experience on television show, "Survivor." For years, she had been feeling sick. She went to several doctors and specialists, with little success. It was not until her experience on "Survivor," when she started to feel better after living off the land. After "Survivor" was over, she revisited her doctor, and was properly diagnosed with Celiac Disease. She has penned two books, discussing her experience with Celiac Disease, and being Gluten Free.
Her first book, "Deliciously G-Free," was a bestseller on many lists, including, The New York Times. In this book, she talks about her Celiac experience, and shares 100 of her favorite recipes, 100% Gluten Free.
Her second book, "The G-Free Diet: A Gluten-Free Survival Guide," is a guide to living Gluten Free. In the book, she defines what Celiac Disease is, how to read food labels, and she provides examples of shopping lists, to help guide you to which products are Gluten Free.
I have tried a few of Elizabeth Hasselbeck's recipes, and they are absolutely delicious. You can hardly tell that the dishes are Gluten Free! Hasselbeck is one of the most famous Celiac ambassadors. She has spoken out, several times, about her Celiac Disease, and her story has helped many Celiacs cope with their diagnosis, including myself.
Celiacs, please look into purchasing her books. The recipes are delicious, and Elizabeth Hasselbeck's story will touch your heart, and inspire you to also help people coming to terms with their Celiac diagnosis. The only problem I have come across with her books is, the books make Celiac Disease, and living Gluten Free sounds much like a trendy diet. The reason why I recommend her books is because of the recipes. If you are a huge fan of Italian food, like me, you will enjoy the books.
Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elisabeth_Hasselbeck
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0276829/
"Deliciously G-Free," By Elizabeth Hasselbeck
(photo courtesy of: http://cdn2.mamapop.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Elisabeth-Hasselbeck-525x595.jpg)
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