Learn how to make perfectly crunchy vanilla almond flour cookies with this easy, grain-free recipe. Discover tips, substitutions, and the critical steps to achieve the ideal texture every time. Perfect for snacks or creative treats ..read more

Looking for a versatile and delicious dip that fits perfectly into your SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) lifestyle? This Creamy Yogurt Queso is just what you need! Whether you’re hosting a party or simply indulging in a savory snack, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. Packed with ..read more

The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) has gained popularity among those with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis. However, the medical community remains hesitant to fully endorse the SCD diet. More recently, the IBD-AID (Inflammatory Bowel Disease Anti-Inflammatory Diet) has emerged as a potentially more modern ..read more

I’m excited to announce the launch of my new podcast, Digestible Dialogues – Happy Gut For Life Conversations! ?️ For those of you who know me, you know how passionate I am about holistic gut health and helping others manage digestive issues naturally. This podcast is an extension of that ..read more

Welcome to another delicious SCD recipe that will make your taste buds sing while keeping your gut health in check. Today, we’re diving into the world of “Irresistible SCD Date Bark with Vanilla Cashew Butter Candy.” This treat went viral on TikTok as a healthy homemade candy bar sub. Those recipes typically use chocoate chips to make the topping so of course I had to come up with a non-chocolate SCD version. This plant-based, no-cook treat is perfect for those following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD), offering a sweet indulgence without compromising your diet. Let’s get started! Why SCD ..read more

Are you following the SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) and looking for a delightful dessert that fits your dietary needs? Look no further! Today, I’m sharing my favorite recipe for SCD Diet Yogurt Panna Cotta, a creamy, luscious treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Did you know you can make panna cotta with yogurt? I didn’t either until I saw Jeffrey Mauro make a Greek yogurt panna cotta on The Food Network Show, “The Kitchen.” Inspired by his recipe, I decided to create my own version using SCD yogurt and coconut milk instead of heavy cream. After years of making my own yogurt, inco ..read more

Transitioning from a strict Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) has been both a rewarding and enlightening journey. I’ve carefully reintroduced several foods into my diet to enhance variety, satisfaction, and overall health. Each addition has brought its own unique set of benefits and considerations, especially for those of us managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in remission or with low symptoms. Here’s a look at some of these foods, their health benefits, and the reasons why they might not work for everyone. My Top Beyond SCD Foods 1. Unsweetened Cocoa Pros: Antioxidants: Unsweetened coco ..read more

Do you love Pistachio Ice Cream? Want to make it dairy-free, without refined sugar or eggs? You’re in the right place! I had never made pistachio ice cream before. To be honest, I don’t think I’d eaten it more than a couple of times, but I had some shelled and raw pistachio nuts, and ice cream sounded good so I decided to give it a try. Dairy-free Pistachio Ice Cream Tips Toast or roast your pistachio nuts – I have instructions for toasting them in a pan, but you can also roast them in the oven if you like. Toasting the nuts brings out the rich flavor of the nut. Make sweetened, condened coc ..read more

I’m going to be right up front, there are no actual pretzels in this dessert, but keep reading to see how I get a grain-free salty crunch that won’t make you miss the pretzels at all. I have created a grain-free SCD Strawberry Pretzel Salad! I have been wanting to make this dessert for so long. I thought it wouldn’t work because the traditional recipe uses a lot of non-Specific Carbohydrate Diet ingredients like cream cheese, whipped topping, Jell-O, and of course pretzels. After writing Don’t Skip Dessert Volume 2, I realized I had substitutions for everthing except the pretzels. What is Stra ..read more

I have been straining my SCD yogurt for over 20 years, when I want to have a very thick yogurt. The longer it strains, the thicker it will get. Straining it for 24 hours, will produce of thickness almost like cream cheese. Recenlty, I discovered making SCD Labneh, which is essentially just a strained yogurt thay may have some lemon juice and salt added. Adding the lemon juice and salt to the yogurt provides more flavor, and I think adding salt strains out even more of the liquid. The salt and lemon juice give it more of a cream cheese-like flavor. What is Labneh? Labneh is yogurt that has been ..read more