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Spanish Paella (CSID-friendly version)
WHAT IS PAELLA? PAELLA (PAI-EI-UH) is a classic Spanish rice dish made with rice, saffron, veggies, chicken, and seafood cooking and served in one pan. Paella originates from Valencia, but it’s typically recognized as the national food of Spain. There are numerous varieties to try out, but the most common include chicken, seafood, or mixed…
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The MyPlate Rebrand: RealFood.gov Needs a Scientific Reality Check
Anyone who’s followed my writing knows how important food science and nutrition have become in my own life, and how I’m currently pursuing advanced studies so that I can help others feel better through personalized nutrition plans. So, this morning I was shocked to learn that the USDA’s iconic MyPlate graphic, a staple of nutrition…
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Why Low-FODMAP Diets Fail for CSID Patients
IBS impacts more than 10 percent of the general population, and it’s not just a lifestyle burden; but it is also a major economic burden on patients who experience it. They will pay a median of $13,288 for their healthcare, compared to $5,999 for patients without it, according to a 2024 study published in PubMed.…
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Are Probiotic Sodas Beneficial for Your Gut Health?
What Science Says About Probiotic Soda Trends If you’re like me, you have noticed a sudden wave of probiotic sodas on store shelves. While the trend isn’t exactly new, it does indicate that consumers are more health-conscious about what they’re putting into their bodies. So, are these sodas actually as good for us as they…
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Sweet, Summery Drinks May Be Triggering Your CSID Symptoms
We all know that feeling when the sweltering heat of summer is upon us and we reach for our favorite drink, but we might not know what is hiding in those drinks. Patients diagnosed with CSID and food intolerances in general can be susceptible to symptoms stemming from their favorite summer beverages. Many commercial beverages…
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Decoding Processed Foods: What Americans Get Wrong About Healthy and Unhealthy Dietary Choices
I recently read a study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, which shocked me: 39 percent of U.S. adults believe ALL processed foods are bad for our health. Consumers overlook a broad spectrum of dietary choices ranging from minimally processed vegetables to ultra-processed snacks because they’re uncertain of the differences between the two. This…
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🌿 Clean Beauty Spotlight: Why I Love Poppy & Pout’s Organic Lip Balm
I’ve been meaning to start writing more about some of my favorite beauty products (if I choose to wear any at all). I didn’t start wearing makeup until my early 30s, and my girlfriends would often ask because they didn’t understand how I could leave my house without any on (especially since many of them…
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Protein-Washing and Why It’s Dangerous to Consumers
How many times have you been to the grocery store and checked a nutrition label to spot those two words in big, bold print: “High Protein”? When you’re managing your diet and living with CSID (Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency), that label might be hiding more than just excess hidden sugar underneath it. Protein washing is a…
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Can’t Digest Sugar? How ERT Helps People with CSID Thrive
Let’s take a closer look at the science—and hope—behind one of MedTech’s most promising therapies for people living with digestive enzyme disorders. The Daily Challenges of Living with CSID For those of us who live with Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency (CSID), every meal can make you feel intense anxiety over what might make you present your…
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Sucraid for CSID Treatment: Risks of False Positive Breath Test Results & Diagnosis Accuracy
If you’ve been diagnosed with CSID (Congenital Sucrose-Isomaltase Deficiency), you have probably heard about Sucraid, a medication approved by the FDA as a treatment. I was diagnosed with CSID In 2020, and it was something that played a vital role in helping me find solace as I tried to change my diet to being starch…
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