What is gluten?  Gluten is a special type of protein commonly found in rye, wheat (including spelt and kamut) and barley.  People are increasingly discovering a sensitivity to it.  Systems can include low energy, fatigue, brain fog, skin rashes, numbness in the extremities, fibromyalgia, muscle and joint pain — even problems with coordination.  And the list goes on.

The problem is, what if you are one of these people, someone with a sensitivity to baked goods, chips, teriyaki sauce, panko breaded fish, pasta dishes, and this list goes on.  Gluten is a big part of any menu!  What do you do?  Not eat!?

Well guess what, here at Healthy Hut, we are on to some good gluten-free foods that will satisfy every appetite, every craving and be enjoyable for the whole family.  Come on in and have our very friendly staff escort you through the store pointing out all the wonderful gluten-free baked goods, snacks, sauces, pastas, flours,cereals….and chocolate bars we have.  Okay, well the chocolate bars wouldn’t even have had gluten, but hey, everyone needs a good chocolate bar!

I make this as my vegetarian “chicken soup” when I want  a warming boost.

You can make variations by adding veggies, etc.

Mung Dal Kitchari by Vasant Lad in Ayuveda Cooking

1 cup basmati rice

1/2 cup yellow split mung dal

3 T Ghee

1 tsp black mustard seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

2 pinches hing (asaf0etida)

1/2 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp salt

4 cups water

Wash rice and mung dal well.  If you have time, let the dal

soak for a few hours before cooking as it helps with

digestibility.

In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the ghee and

add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds and hing.  Stir

a moment until seeds pop.

Add rice, mung dal, turmeric and salt and stir untioo well

blended with the spices.

Add the water and bring to a boil.  Boil for 5 minutes\

uncovered, stirring occasionally.

Turn down heat to low and cover, leaving the lid slightly

ajar.  Cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

*This can be eaten by all doshas but is especially good for vata.

** I like to add a bit more water when I add veggies

Well, by golly, I think we have.  This great selection of wholesome goodness is due to begin arrival this Wednesday and it will continue to roll in all month.

Keep a look out for Kinnikinnick tasty gluten-free chocolate donuts, So delicious creamy coconut creamer, Pamela’s decadent New York cheesecake, Spectrum’s multi-use coconut skillet spray, Kettle chips zesty cheddar and sour cream krinkles, Zico electrolyte coconut water in passionfruit and mango flavors 32oz,  Go Raw chips in assorted flavors of coconut, chocolate, ginger and spirulina.  There is a lot more, it will be worth your while to stop in and check out the deals!

Most Raw Foodie’s have been noticing the increase in Healthy Huts raw food section.  Raw food buyer, Lisa Lemley is always on the look out for new and  truly delicious tasting raw foods. Lisa has brought in some new local lines of raw foods from  the kitchens  of NoniLand  and Lotus Food,(formerly  Blossoming Lotus).  If you have the chance to get it on Thursday look for  one of  RawLicious  Cuisines  pizzas.  If  they are sold out, try the Rawvioli with dipping sauce.

If you are looking for a real treat  this  Thanksgiving,  you may want to pre-order one of the Lotus’ raw pumpkin or apple  pies.  Order by the November 18th and pick up on the 25th. Contact store for additional details.