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5 Grain Free Flours You Will Love

Living a grain free life means reducing your inflammation and feeling better. Simple concept. Not so simple to do, unless you know about the 5 grain free flours you will love… they make for some awesome desserts!
5 Grain Free Flours You Will Love

I am of the belief that there is no reason for anyone to eat a lot of grains. Certainly, there is no reason to ever eat unhealthy, unsprouted flours and grains. Okay, I realize that maybe I’m going a little overboard here…

But, when you know that all grains (not just gluten) can create inflammation in your body, and that inflammation causes digestive problems, aches and pains, illness, and weight gain… the drama is appropriate!

With all of the awesome grain substitutes and grain free flours available today, why would you infuse your body — your temple — with food that’s likely to make you sick. Come on, you deserve better than that!

And, just so you know, I am not a proponent of feeling deprived. Nope. That’s why I research and test so many faux products and substitutes for things that I know our bodies don’t need and shouldn’t have. In this post, I want to share with you my list of 5 grain free flours you will love.

These flours can be made into breads, bagels, pastas, and desserts.

Scroll down for some awesome recipes.

Even if you don’t love your kitchen, you can reap the rewards of these grain free flours because there are great pastas, bagels, breads, and desserts — right there in your market — that make use of the 5 grain free flours you will love.

And, your body will love you for it.

Oh, and so will your mood.

And your skin.

And you will find it easier to manage your weight.

So, let’s get to it.

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How Do I Know That A Grain Free Life Is A Healthy Life?

I had horrible digestive issues for the first 30 years of my life. Yes, 30 years! It wasn’t until I was introduced to the world of alternative medicine, that I was able to get my life and my health back under control. I used to have to know where every bathroom was at all times. I was on a ton of medication. I had zero energy and I didn’t sleep. Ugh… wow, do I sound like a big mess…

Well, I was. But all of that led me to where I am now. And I am forever grateful for where I am now!

One of the biggest things that helped me was going grain free. I cannot stress enough how much this helped my digestive issues. My health improved so much. Then, I started removing other offenders from my diet and I added in superfoods, etc.

I want to help you feel as good as I do. I remember so clearly what my life was like before I had this information.

My passion is helping you heal yourself with food and herbs. It’s truly my calling. When I was studying for my Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine, I knew that all of these amazing tenets of Eastern Medicine could be applied to food and used as everyday healing agents for so many people. I knew that if I combined what I was learning about the properties of food, herbs,   supplements with what I already knew from my chef’s training, it would be life-changing.

And it is. My training in both Eastern and Western medicine, combined with my obsession with food and cooking, has given me a unique skillset that has helped so many people. And I want to help you. Nothing aggravates me more than knowing that these tools exist but that so many of you have not been taught them.

Everyone should know how to heal themselves with food, supplements, and herbs. This should not be a secret.

If you eat the right foods and take the right supplements for your unique body and circumstances, you can heal yourself. All you need is the correct information. And I’m here to give it to you.

If you eat the right foods and herbs for your unique body and circumstances, you can heal yourself. All you need is the correct information. And I’m here to give it to you. So, read on and learn more ways you can easily start to heal yourself with nuts. And, if you want to learn more about healing whatever your specific concerns are, I’d love to help you create a healthy lifestyle plan specifically for your unique needs, so sign up for a free phone consultation and we can chat about it.

Here Are 5 Grain Free Flours You Will Love

1. Tapioca/Cassava Flour

Tapioca is a starch that comes from the cassava plant. It’s not really a flour in the traditional sense; it’s grain and gluten free. It’s good for your circulation and your digestion. Oftentimes I will make recipes with tapioca flour — it seems to crisp things up well and it works as a great thickener too.

I use tapioca flour in desserts.

I use it as a coating for chicken fingers and fish fillets, and eggplant.

It’s a great thickener for sauces and stews too.

2. Almond Flour

In Chinese medicine, nuts are known to be good for your brain, heart, skin and reproductive system. Almonds are particularly nutritious. They are a good source of protein and they give you energy. And, they are gluten free and make the best grain free flour! Almonds will help relieve a cough and asthma and are also good for constipation.

I use almond flour in desserts.

I use it to make eggplant parmesan — and it’s awesome…

It’s even included in my favorite slow cooker enchiladas recipe.

3. Buckwheat Flour

Buckwheat is great to eat if you have diarrhea. It also helps lower blood pressure, stops some types of sweating, and has a good amount of vitamin E. It also contains antioxidants that can help fight cancer and heart disease. Buckwheat is a seed, not a grain, so no inflammation here!

And, what’s better than buckwheat pancakes for breakfast?

4. Coconut Flour

Coconut strengthens the body, reduces swelling, and stops bleeding. It kills viruses, bacteria, and parasites. It’s good for all types of infections and viruses in the body, including the flu, bronchitis, tapeworms, urinary tract infections, and herpes.

I use coconut flour for desserts, like this deliciously light and sweet Paleo Lemon Cake.

5. Chickpea/Garbanzo Flour

Chickpeas actually help calm the spirit. They relieve anxiety and soothe irritability… it kind of makes you realize why hummus is so popular…

I use Garbanzo flour to coat fish and chicken and vegetables. I also love chickpea crumbs. These grain free crumbs replace regular breadcrumbs deliciously in so many recipes.

Try these Green Bean Fries… yum!

And, if you haven’t tried chickpea pasta yet, you MUST!

Try my recipe for Chickpea Penne With Arugula Pesto.

Grain Free Flours Really Do Make Foods Delicious

If you make these awesome grain free recipes, please be sure to let me know in the comments below. I love hearing how you like a recipe, and I love to answer your questions! If you make it, be sure to take a photo and tag me and post it on Instagram.

Paleo Blueberry Cobbler

paleo blueberry cobbler

This Paleo Blueberry Cobbler is one of my most popular recipes, and it’s made with only grain free flours. Make it and you’ll see why it’s a winner.

Spicy Crispy Chicken

Spicy Crispy Chicken

This Spicy Crispy Chicken gets it’s crispiness from grain free flours!

Paleo Beefaroni

paleo beefaroni

Remember beefaroni from a can? Well, this Paleo Beefaroni is soooo much better and I use chickpea penne!

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If you eat the right foods and herbs for your unique body and circumstances, you can heal yourself. All you need is the correct information. And I’m here to give it to you. So, read on and learn more ways you can easily start to heal yourself with nuts. And, if you want to learn more about healing whatever your specific concerns are, I’d love to help you create a healthy lifestyle plan specifically for your unique needs, so sign up for a free phone consultation and we can chat about it.