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About Erica

November 29, 2008 by Erica 148 Comments

Erica KerwienI’m a cookbook author, writer, and lover of animals, vegetables, and a good story. I create recipes using simple, nutrient-dense ingredients, staying as close to the earth as possible. Most of my recipes are grain free, gluten free, many are dairy free, and I prefer ingredients that are not processed, such as honey, maple syrup, ground nuts, seeds, and greens.

I started this website in November 2008 as a way to keep track of and share recipes that might help my older son. He was diagnosed with Crohn’s, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) when he was about 11 years old. Like many with IBD, I suspect he had it several years earlier and it took a while to get a correct diagnosis.

We’ve had our share of struggles and triumphs along the way, but we eat well, laugh, and play as much as possible! I write recipes with the hope that both my boys, myself, and the many people who use my recipes find nourishment, comfort, and good health.

This website is a companion to my cookbooks, and some of the recipes in my cookbooks are also published here.

Wishing you peace, love, and the best of health,
Erica

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I offer recipes and anecdotes from my personal experience which I hope you find helpful. If you are considering a dietary, exercise, or other lifestyle change, it’s a good idea to check in with a health professional for support.

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  1. Stephanie Pugh

    December 11, 2022 at 1:05 pm

    Where can I find my account subscription information? Thank you

    Reply
    • Erica

      December 11, 2022 at 1:51 pm

      Hi Stephanie. Did you sign up for an account? If so, go to the menu at the top and choose “Sign out” and then choose “My account.”

      Reply
  2. Sarah

    September 16, 2022 at 6:10 pm

    Hi Erika, we’ve enjoyed a number of your recipes! I was talking to my son about your son’s journey to show him no 2 paths are alike. However his timeline seems to have been removed from the site (I first found it on your dumplings recipe, and a later post has a link to the recipe, where it is no longer – those are the only places I could find it…) I’m not on FB so would have a hard time on that site, if it is there…

    Reply
    • Erica

      September 17, 2022 at 9:13 pm

      Hi Sarah, I did remove the timeline, because I hadn’t updated it in a while. I added it back into the dumplings recipe post, on request. Best wishes!

      Reply
  3. Judi

    May 23, 2022 at 10:31 am

    Hi Erica:
    I have a grown son who has had Ulcerative Colitis for nearly 13 years. I didn’t discover SCD until he had a terrible flare caused by stress in 2019, and being an adult, it needs to be his idea to do the diet 100%. He does love all your recipes that I can bake, fix and send to him. I just got your coconut flour book and can’t wait to try it out! I do have a question: Did you go away from SCD a bit on this one? I know it has maple syrup listed and Elain’s SCD list says that is a no-no. Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Erica

      May 23, 2022 at 10:40 am

      Hi Judi! The Coconut Flour cookbook is not specifically an SCD cookbook however you can substitute honey for maple syrup, and it’s basically a 1:1 ratio. Correct that maple syrup is not a part of SCD. Best wishes!

      Reply
      • Judi

        August 1, 2022 at 8:05 am

        Hi Erica:
        Thanks for maintaining this comment section, it’s been very helpful in SCD cooking! I was wondering, can I substitute SCD yogurt for Dry curd cottage cheese? Would I need to drip it a bit to make it the same consistency?
        Thanks so much,
        Judi

        Reply
        • Erica

          August 1, 2022 at 9:01 am

          You’re welcome, Judi! Yes you can sub very well dripped yogurt for DCCC. See my post on dripped yogurt and yogurt (How to make yogurt)

          Reply
  4. Pamela

    August 1, 2021 at 9:19 am

    Hello. I was recently diagnosed with early state breast cancer. Now following a lumpectomy, I am trying to make the difficult decision as to whether I should go the medical route with radiation and drug therapy or choose the unusual and challenging route of using my diet and lifestyle to stop cancer from reoccurring. I have read a few books on the topic and will hopefully reach the best decision. I am so grateful to you and others who are putting so much effort and outreach into instructing people about the overarching benefits of a healthy, whole foods diet. I look forward to learning what I can from your website to help me make meals that not only I can eat but also what will appeal to my family members., but there is much information out there on the topic.

    Reply
    • Erica

      August 1, 2021 at 9:46 am

      Thank you! Which ever path you choose, you can’t go wrong eating healthy, whole food. Sorry you face this decision, I wish you the best of health. Sending good vibes.

      Reply
  5. Adrienne

    June 11, 2021 at 8:46 pm

    I have your SCD recipe book but thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting more recipes and advice on this site. You take “we are all in this together” seriously. Thank you. I hope your son is doing well

    Reply
    • Erica

      June 11, 2021 at 8:53 pm

      Thank you so much! He’s doing well. Best wishes 🙂

      Reply
  6. Charlotte Helba

    January 21, 2020 at 10:51 am

    I’m just beginning to learn the SCD diet. I have ulcerative colitis and am looking forward to some relief. My question I take a lot of vitamin supplements & saw that rice flour is illegal, most of the supplements contain rice flour. Can I still take my vitamins without harm?

    Reply
    • Erica

      January 21, 2020 at 9:19 pm

      If you’re following SCD then you can’t have any rice flour. You can find SCD approved vitamins here: https://freedahealth.com/collections/scd-products

      Reply
  7. Kris Vanacore

    December 15, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    Hello Erica, I’d like to thank you for your wonderful recipes. The 11yr old boy I nanny for was diagnosed with Crohns a year ago. After 6 weeks on steroids he decided to be part of a Stanford food study and went on the SCD. Every 8 weeks he would go from a strict SCD to a modified SCD that allowed, in moderation, rice, oats, maple syrup and sweet potatoes. He has not had any flair-ups since he started the program. He is just finishing with the food study and his inflammation levels are down to almost normal. This without any drugs! Your recipes, especially the baked goods, have made it easier to say no to the foods the other kids eat at school and he really loves the Cinnamon Bun muffins (I added blueberries). Thank you so much for what you do! Goes to show that diet can be the key to combating IBD!!

    Reply
    • Erica

      December 15, 2019 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you so much, Kris! Fantastic news. So happy to hear that all is working well. Cheers 🙂

      Reply
  8. Laura vazquez

    November 3, 2019 at 10:21 am

    Our son was recently diagnosed with Crohns, he’s 7 and we are trying to make the yogurt started with the Luvele yogurt maker with the GI Pro heath yogurt started but we can’t figure out the correct amount to use for the yogurt started. Each book gives a different amount.

    Reply
    • Erica

      November 5, 2019 at 7:42 am

      Each yogurt starter should tell you how much starter to add to a specific amount of liquid/milk. It’s usually about 1 tablespoons of starter per 1 to 2 cups of milk.

      Reply
  9. Linda hull

    June 29, 2018 at 6:30 pm

    Hi Erica,

    Thanks for all your work on this. I have your scd cookbook and it calls for canned tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes. I thought canned was illegal? Can you help me out here as I would love to use canned tomatoes again. Please advise.

    Thank you,

    Linda

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    • Erica

      June 29, 2018 at 10:09 pm

      There are approved canned tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes, however the list changes depending on the latest info from the manufacturer. When I last checked about a year ago, approved product brands included Cento, Utopia, Pomi, Pasatta imported from Italy, products from https://www.wellbees.com, Bionatura, and Trader Joe’s sauce and paste. For a product to be technically legal on SCD you need a physical letter from the company verifying the ingredients. Hope that helps!

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      • Linda hull

        July 1, 2018 at 7:47 pm

        Thanks you very much. Do you know if sundried tomatoes are legal? I have a jar and don’t see anything illegal in the ingredients. I also can’t find it on the list anywhere so wasn’t sure. Lots about tomatoes but not sundried ones. I really appreciate the help navigating this.

        Linda

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        • Erica

          June 27, 2020 at 8:23 am

          As long as there aren’t any additives, they are tomatoes, which are approved. I recently added a link to the menu that takes you to the SCD approved list of foods. Hope that helps. Sorry I missed this comment earlier!

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  10. Sara Solomon

    March 2, 2016 at 12:29 pm

    Dear Erica,
    I am a huge fan of your recipes. I have a child with ulcerative colitis and have found them so helpful. I am a writer and coach and am putting a piece together about cooking without sugar for Jewish holidays (one is coming up). I wondered if I could include your recipe for chocolate muffins with credit and praise in my article? It is for the Jewish Food Experience part of the Federation in DC.

    Reply
  11. Jean

    February 1, 2016 at 10:03 am

    Hi! Am seriously considering buying one or both of your cookbooks to get a better start on going completely grain-free due to celiac disease with dermatitis herpetiformis. I’m almost there except for certain certified gluten-free products and white rice, but even those aren’t working for me, it seems.
    Question 1: I had bought some “Almond Meal/Flour” from a well-known gluten-free flour mill company — enough to freeze some — and then I read that almond meal doesn’t do as well as the finer flour for baking. Is there anything other than breadings that almond meal is good for? Alternatively, could I use a little less almond meal and a tad more coconut flour in a baking recipe if coconut flour draws moisture out? Or does it not work that way in a recipe?
    Question 2: So many grain-free recipes on the web call for a food processor. At 56, I’m a little hesitant to invest in an expensive and often space-hogging appliance, although if I knew I would use it a lot, it might be worth it. Any recommendations on size of processor, brands (if you can), and best quality for the price? Our budget is limited, but I buy for life when I can. As far as size, when I cook or bake for 2 or 4 people, I prefer to make a larger quantity so I can spend less time in the kitchen overall, so the very smallest size processors would not be worth the trouble to me.
    Thank you in advance for your time and care in answering! Jean

    Reply
    • Erica

      February 1, 2016 at 10:29 pm

      Hi Jean.
      Q1: Take a look at my post on how to bake with almond flour where I go over the difference between flour and meal. And also, read the post on baking with coconut flour. They are different in many ways and baking is a both an art and a science, so follow the recipe when you first start.
      Q2: You don’t need a food processor to bake with either of these grains. You can use a hand mixer, a whisk, a spoon, or even a blender on a low speed. Unless a recipe specifically calls for a food processor.

      Hope that helps! Best wishes!

      Reply
  12. amanda

    June 5, 2015 at 5:34 pm

    hi! I’m at a really hard time. In this disease I was diagnosed with severe Crohn’s and colitis and have been on a sCD now for 3 months. I’m only taking one mild steroid and the doctor is happy with my progress. I just need to reach out in see how other people’s experiences are cuz I’m back to bleeding and inflammation and even though I’ve gotten back to the Intro a number of times it doesn’t last. Any thoughts?

    Reply
    • Erica

      October 18, 2015 at 11:06 pm

      First, sorry I’m so late to reply here. Eating well for your body is important, and while SCD works for many it may not work for you. Everyone is different from what I can tell and have experienced, based on anecdotes. I would continue working with your doctor as well as listen to your body. Best wishes.

      Reply
  13. Dianne Fincham

    April 24, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    Hi, I am very new to going ‘grain free’ and I have recently purchased your book ‘The healthy coconut flour cookbook’. I have had great results with the few items that I have tried. However, I seem to have a problem with some of the ingredient quantities? i.e. Chocolate Chip cookies page 107. It states 2 tablespoons (13g) coconut flour, I found that 1 tablespoon weighed 13g ? Like wise, I had a problem with the weight of the Almond flour, so I went by the cup measurement instead. I have managed to guess more or less the right quantities, and my results, although not perfect, are perfectly edible, and we have really enjoyed them! I really love the book, fantastic recipes that have replaced all the items I was concerned about losing. It has certainly made life a lot easier. Any help would be great! Many thanks Dianne

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  14. Anne

    March 15, 2015 at 1:04 pm

    Hi Erica,

    I have I swear 100’s of recipes from family,newspapers,coupon flyers and magazines. How can I turn for example Beef and Broccoli into a Paleo meal and have it still taste good.

    thanks Anne

    Reply
  15. Heidi Masters

    August 2, 2014 at 8:48 pm

    Just found your website and am so pleased with the gold mine of awesome recipes you have shared. Our family is trying to eliminate wheat and although I’ve been using coconut flour and nut flours we haven’t been able to figure out portable breakfast items and bread for lunches. I am looking forward to purchasing your cookbooks that you have teased us with- thank you again!

    Reply
    • Erica

      August 2, 2014 at 10:28 pm

      Thanks, Heidi! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Martha Milam

    July 13, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    Hi Erica,
    I am a chemistry teacher and was diagnosed with Crohn’s as a teenager during the 1980’s. I have had a fairly mild case but have had a rough year going on and off Prednisone. I am currently taking 6MP and have started SCD. I’m enjoying your recipes and am anxious to try the marinara sauce, but I see that it calls for canned tomatoes. What is your reasoning for the cans, which I see are not allowed according to BTVC? Thanks for your help and for all you offer to us on the internet!

    Reply
    • Erica

      July 13, 2014 at 8:55 pm

      Hi Martha, it’s not clear at this point whether cans are not allowed—my impression was that this is based on older production and food processing methods. Regardless, you can use tomato sauce in a glass jar (I believe), or just make your own. The biggest issue is to have no additives in your sauce that could compromise the effectiveness of the diet (hidden ingredients). Some manufacturers add thickeners, sweeteners, and other additives to canned and other processed food. While there is a small % of these additives that supposedly don’t have to be declared on the label, I can’t confirm if this is still the case. The diet is in some ways dependent on old information, so it’s hard to tell if this is the case for canned food. Better safe than sorry though if you’re concerned.

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      • Martha Milam

        July 16, 2014 at 7:18 am

        Erica,
        Thanks for your response. I agree that it is hard to figure out some of the details of the SCD diet since food production methods have changed. I will follow your common sense approach of knowing what hidden ingredients might be present and using good judgement as the right way to think through these nuances!
        Martha

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  17. Martha Milam

    July 13, 2014 at 7:12 pm

    Hi Erica,
    I am a chemistry teacher with Crohn’s (I was diagnosed as a teenager in the 80’s), so I was excited to see that you are a chemist and an educator as well! I have just discovered SCD and am excited about my new options and am enjoying your recipes. I am eager to try your new marinara sauce, but I see that it calls for canned tomatoes. According to BTVC I see that canned tomatoes are not allowed. Of course canned tomatoes would make the recipe easier for me, but I don’t want to break the rule. What is your reasoning for using the cans? Thank you!

    Reply
  18. Mary Dodge

    June 19, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    I have had Crohn’s since I was 16 and am now 38. I have never heard of the SCD diet before today. Can you give me some info of links of where to go? I have been on prednisone for the last 6 years and went from 140 lbs to 260. I have had a small bowel resection and other procedures. I am desperate not to hurry and to get off prednisone. I also need to get this weight off. Please advise.

    Reply
    • Erica

      June 19, 2014 at 11:47 pm

      Hi Mary, please search on “what is SCD” in the search box on this site, or click on the SCD category. Best wishes.

      Reply
  19. a fiala

    January 25, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    Hi,
    I just found out my son has Crohn’s. I was devestated. I am hoping the diet helps. How is your son? Is he only on the diet or does he also have to take medication? How do you handle choosing food in restaurants? This is all new to us.
    Thank you,
    Alena

    Reply
    • Erica

      January 25, 2014 at 10:35 pm

      So sorry to hear, Alena. My son is doing well, but there’s no easy answer. Of course I recommend trying the diet. He recently went off medication to control it with diet, fingers crossed. I’ll be posting some more info soon, but do search on Specific Carbohydrate Diet on this site and others and take some books out of the library to get a feel for it. Best wishes!

      Reply
  20. Kathleen Czinner

    January 11, 2014 at 6:16 pm

    Hello Erica,
    My email address changed a few months ago so I’ve missed some of your lovely posts. I do so enjoy receiving them. I just realised that I hadn’t sent the new address to you.
    Please note my new address: [email protected]
    With thanks,
    Kathleen

    Reply
    • Erica

      January 12, 2014 at 2:21 pm

      Kahthleen, to update your email address, type your email address next to the join button on the right in the sidebar. Click join and you’ll be able to update your preferences. Best wishes!

      Reply
  21. My Natural Family

    November 22, 2013 at 10:58 am

    Erica,

    We recently made our GAPS Recipes board be a group board on Pinterest. We would like to get as many of us fellow GAPS websites to collaborate and make an awesome board with tons of followers so we can all gain more exposure. We hand picked you to join our board. If you are interested, all you need to do is follow the board then reply to this email and let us know you would like added to the board and we’ll add you. If you have any blogger friends that also do GAPS recipes, please also invite them to join. You can read the rules for the board at the link below.

    Here’s the board:

    http://www.pinterest.com/mynaturalfamily/gaps-diet-recipes-group-board/

    Not sure if you want to join a group board? Here’s an article that says why you may want to: http://www.jeffbullas.com/2013/03/04/how-to-use-pinterests-group-boards-to-get-more-exposure-for-your-business/

    Thanks,
    My Natural Family

    Reply
  22. Melissa @ Fit 'n' Well Mommy

    October 21, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    I’m so glad I stumbled upon your blog. I love all of your recipes and will definitely be pinning some to make soon!

    I am also an advocate of eating whole foods made simply. I strive to buy and make recipes using as few processed ingredients as possible. I look forward to following your blog!

    Reply
  23. Nenna

    September 14, 2013 at 10:38 am

    A simple thank you for sharing good, healthy food ideas!

    Reply
    • Erica

      September 14, 2013 at 10:50 am

      Aw, thanks so much!

      Reply
  24. Deliciously Organic

    July 3, 2013 at 10:12 am

    Sorry to leave a comment here, but I’ve tried emailing you several times over the last 2 weeks and they keep bouncing back. Can you email me so we can try and connect? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Erica

      July 3, 2013 at 11:32 am

      HI – I’ve tried to reach you as well. Not sure why the email is bouncing. Sorry!

      Reply
  25. Brandy Jousma

    June 8, 2013 at 8:18 am

    Hi my name is Brandy Jousma, I have crohns disease and I have a really hard time finding things I can eat if you could give me any tips that would be great

    Reply
    • Erica

      June 8, 2013 at 9:35 am

      Hi Brandon. I’d suggest reading the “interviews” section and checking out the books that I like in my Amazon shop (click shop at the top). Many follow special diets to help, the most popular being SCD. Search for SCD as well (in the search box on the top right). Best wishes.

      Reply
  26. jennifer wood

    May 26, 2013 at 9:53 pm

    I love your cookbook! I have been on SCD for 12 years now and buy every scd cookbook that comes out. Yours has topped the charts! I have been mostly reading it, and absorbing the ideas. I am steeped in SCD cooking and am familiar with all the techniques but your recipes really capture the essentials. I really need to just make everything in there. I like the comments strewn about the book, especially the one about limiting scd sweets. It seems like the hardest thing maybe about the scd, but actually I think everyone has the struggle of limiting sweets, so all the yummy scd sweets just level the playing field for us! Thank you for being able to create and organize all this wonderful information – you are wonderful! Best regards, Jennifer p.s. here is link to pics of my wedding cake – coconut flour butter cake with honey buttercream frosting https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1298832914001.44149.1325738607&type=3

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    • Erica

      May 27, 2013 at 1:27 pm

      Thanks Jennifer! That’s so kind of you to leave a wonderful review for me :). Best wishes.

      Reply
  27. Jennifer

    May 23, 2013 at 8:54 am

    Hello! I’m so excited to find your blog, yummy food to heal my tummy! I’ve struggled with tummy issues all of my life and I’m so excited to find delicious looking recipes to help heal me. Thanks so much! Do you have any experience with cooking with low FODMAP foods?

    Reply
    • Erica

      May 23, 2013 at 9:54 pm

      Hi and thanks. no experience with Fodmaps, other than it makes sense to me.

      Reply
  28. Tali Guday

    April 27, 2013 at 6:33 pm

    It was good meeting you today. I hope we can continue the conversation 🙂

    Reply
    • Erica

      April 27, 2013 at 6:39 pm

      Yes! Let’s stay connected. Feel free to contact me any time at [email protected]. I had some great conversations today – I wasn’t sure if I was dreaming or not.

      Reply
  29. Rachel

    March 29, 2013 at 7:14 am

    Hi…I had some questions about SCD yogurt. Can I e-mail you or do you have any helpful links. I am very new to this, but have UC and need to make dietary changes. Thank you! Your blog is terrific!!!

    Reply
    • Erica

      March 29, 2013 at 8:41 am

      yes, I have a post about yogurt (search for it or look at the tips on the menu); search on “how to make yogurt”

      Reply
  30. N.

    March 25, 2013 at 10:14 pm

    It’s the first time I’ve visited your website and I think it’s fantastic!

    I’ve spent about 2 hours here and must turn the computer off because I already have enough baking ideas to fill a month of Sundays – yay!

    Descriptors of the site in the order that they come to mind: Simple, effective, high-quality, no-fuss, lovely photography, pared-down classic essential recipes, healthy, grammatical, modest, earnest, responsive, communicative and friendly but not excessively-so, appropriately private, talented, organized, calming, inspiring the reader to want to begin cooking something immediately.

    In your photo, you look like an adorable, down-to-earth, thoughtful, caring person.

    All the best!

    Reply
    • Erica

      March 25, 2013 at 11:22 pm

      oh my {blushing} thanks!

      Reply
  31. Olivia

    February 22, 2013 at 12:19 pm

    I am looking forward to your book! I recently came upon your website and think you may be saving my life. I started the SCD diet a few months ago after going GF and not finding relief from my symptoms. I am not a good cook and am having to learn. Your site is really helping me with this process and allowing me to eat healthy and happy. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Erica

      February 22, 2013 at 3:36 pm

      Thanks Olivia! You’ll become a great cook and baker over time. It just takes practice.

      Reply
  32. Cyndi

    February 19, 2013 at 6:55 pm

    Hi Erica, I just came across your blog and have to say I am very excited! I was diagnosed with UC this past year and I am trying to go gluten free and do the SCDiet as well. You give me hope that I can do it and maybe still enjoy some of my yummy foods. Thank you!!! 🙂 I am also doing a blog too.

    Reply
  33. Natalie Watson

    February 9, 2013 at 2:36 am

    please can you give the weight in grams or ozs.??? I understand that ‘cups’ of different ingredients are not the same weight. As I have found to my horror.!!!!! Thanks

    Reply
    • Erica

      February 9, 2013 at 9:24 am

      Hi Natalie. Thanks. I am starting to list weight in grams/ounces when I think it makes a difference, but I’ll pay more attention to that. It should really affect any of my recipes thus far though. Is there a particular recipe that you had a problem with?

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      • Gretchen

        February 14, 2013 at 10:45 am

        Erica, I think I love you!!! I have been on the “Wheat Belly” plan for over a month, and have had no wheat, grain or sugar! I have lost 5 lbs and feel amazing…your recipes are just the BEST!! They are better than the recipes in the book, especially the baked goods. Thank you for such innovative, scrumptious and healthy recipes. Your Cinnamon Bun Muffins with coconut flour are wonderful!! It can be challenging to eliminate so much from one’s diet…thank you for making it pleasurable. Beautiful site!!!

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  34. Wilma B

    January 28, 2013 at 8:05 am

    Hi,
    Thank you for your Cashew Bread. My husband and I started taking wheat out of our diet about a month ago, I found your Cashew Bread recipe, made it and my husband loved it. I have been researching almond flour bread recipes and found one that used psyllium husks, I wondered what your thoughts were and if you have used psyllium husks?

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    • Erica

      January 28, 2013 at 10:02 am

      Thanks Wilma. I haven’t tried pyllium yet, sorry.

      Reply
  35. Todd Varriano

    January 14, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    Wow! I was on the SCD eight years ago for one and half years. It worked wonders, but unfortunately the colon was too damaged, too much dysplasia and I lost it. I am on it again because of complications and am so thankful for the resources out there now. Especially this site. These are wonderful recipes. I used to cater, and can handle the day to day cooking with ease, but creating baked recipes were never my specialty. Thanks you for freely posting these. You could publish a recipe book, but instead you don’t. (I would buy it!) What a nice gift.

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    • Erica

      January 15, 2013 at 2:21 am

      Thanks Todd! Actually, I am finishing up an SCD cookbook that will be available in May of this year 🙂

      Reply
  36. Marsha

    December 30, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    Thanks so much for all the recipes. They look so good and appreciate all your work. I do have a question or some advice. Your apple pie crust looks awesome. I tried to follow it exactly but I am not sure what I did but mine did not turn out. I followed the recipe but I did notice after I refrigerate for an hour or two and start to roll out (used wax paper on top on bottom) because dough is so sticky. Anyway within minutes it seems to warm up quickly and sticks so much but I finally got the top crust on top of the apples. My problem is it just seems too oily after baking. The crust is not moist and flaky but not sure how to describe it but oily (too much oily taste) and doesn’t look appealing. Lets face it taste is everything but so is presentation if I have company over. What do you think I am doing? Please give advice. I also had the same problem with my cut out cookies for Christmas. Pretty much the same dough recipe. Anyone can give advice Thanks Marsha Email is [email protected]

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    • Erica

      December 30, 2012 at 8:51 pm

      I’ve never had the greasy problem with either recipe. Can you list your ingredients here?

      Reply
    • Erica

      January 25, 2013 at 7:29 pm

      Hi Marsha. Sorry I’m late to this comment. the dough could require more flour, or freeze it a bit more. Hope that helps.

      Reply
  37. Anna

    October 22, 2012 at 5:48 pm

    Your site is so awesome! I recently started the SCD eating style and I have been experimenting with different recipes and of course some have been complete failures! I am a busy college student and so many of your recipes are simple and easy. I love that you post pictures also! Thank you so much for creating this site!

    Anna

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    • Erica

      October 29, 2012 at 10:39 pm

      You’re welcome! It is quite challenging when you’re in school. Power to you! Best wishes, Erica

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  38. Vicky R.

    August 30, 2012 at 3:12 am

    Thank you so much for this website! I was diagnosed with Crohn’s in January this year, but I have had it for years. Suffering without any answers. Doctor after doctor missing it. This time when I had a flare up, it was really bad, so I ended up in Urgent Care, and then the hospital fora week and a half.
    During that week and a half, one of my older sisters found this website for me. I started making what I could, when I could. Now I am able to adjust recipes I see on regular websites to my needs. This website was my starting point for knowing what to replace, and how I could do it. Thank you! My journey this year has been hard, but this website, and others like it, have made it a little bit easier. Thank you so much! Hopefully your son is doing well. As well as can be expected with this darned disease, anyway.

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    • Erica

      August 30, 2012 at 6:50 am

      Thanks! Best wishes for your health and recovery, Erica

      Reply
  39. Fran Fainman

    June 15, 2012 at 9:05 am

    Hi Erica,
    What are to wonderful gift you have, being able to write and share recipes the way you do. Thank you for being the change!
    I would love to share some of your recipes if I may.
    Ease and gratitude
    Fran

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  40. Barb

    June 10, 2012 at 6:46 pm

    Hi!
    Great site! I just made (and then promptly posted) your banana bread recipe on my facebook fan page. As a holistic Nutritionist, this is right in line with what we are all about. Thanks for sharing!
    Barb Thomas, RHN
    http://www.love2eat.ca

    http://www.gogoddess.blogspot.com

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  41. Nicola

    March 11, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    I’m looking for a recipe that I thought I saw on here. It’s for the white ‘chocolate’. I’ve searched the recipes, but can’t find it. The picture was of heart shaped white ‘chocolate’ candies.

    Reply
    • Erica

      May 25, 2012 at 12:32 pm

      You might be thinking of the vanilla coating on the frozen banana pops.

      Reply
  42. Matti

    February 29, 2012 at 5:18 pm

    A friend of mine told me about your website. Thank you for generously sharing your experiences and ideas with everyone.

    Have your son tried the elemental diet? Unlike in the US where steroids are used as the first choice treatment for Crohn’s, in Japan the first choice is elemental diet. It was once experimented here in the US as well, but I guess with the development of the pharmaceutical industry, the focus shifted to medication, the same way in which people shifted to drugs in treating pediatric seizures from treatment using diet. I just had a Crohn’s flare up for the first time two months ago, and after some research I decided not to take the steroids that my doctor prescribed, and went on an elemental diet instead. It worked magic — the effects are immediate, and a month later all my symptoms are gone. Thinking about the logic behind it, it makes sense: the GI system has ulcers, and needs to rest and not to be irritated constantly so that it can heal.

    The elemental diet was a bit challenging in the beginning, but I got used to it. I mixed a package of tolerex with a can of Pediasure and a few spoons of honey, and added some water, and drink it through the day. I don’t feel low in energy, all my joint pains are gone, and I have no more stomach problems. All the other problems in my eyes and ulcers elsewhere have all cleared up, and I have been sleeping through the night. I occasionally ate a banana or some papaya, drank some coconut water, and these seem to be fine.

    My challenge now is to figure out what I can do now. The Japanese doctors allow the patients to take two elemental diet shakes a day, and eat one solid meal of rice, fish, and some soup when they get off the elemental diet, but I will be more cautious than that and won’t just going back to normal eating — I’ll still drink the shakes for breakfast and lunch, and eat a very limited amount of foods such as beets, yam, and broccoli boiled in water.

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  43. Sandy

    February 23, 2012 at 5:30 am

    Truly enjoyed your blog! I have struggled with food allergies and intolerances since I was two years old. Being almost 50 yrs old means that there has not been resources to be found and I’ve had to stumble in the dark as I find foods that are tolerable and make me have a ‘comfybelly’. Do you have any recipes that are ‘all-inclusive’ as in dairy, gluten and egg free?
    Thanks for all your work and for sharing it with us!

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    • Erica

      February 23, 2012 at 8:47 am

      thanks. there are some, but you’ll need to search by categories individually and do a bit of figuring out for your needs. I don’t group them in that way.

      Reply
  44. Megan

    February 15, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    I was wondering at what age your son was diagnosed with Crohn’s? I am new to your blog and was diagnosed myself in 2005. It’s always interesting to hear other’s stories of their experiences with the disease, especially family members of those affected. I am excited to look more into your blog and some of the wonderful recipes I can already see worth trying!

    With love,

    Megan

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    • Erica

      February 15, 2012 at 9:08 pm

      Ah, you want to read this post to find out more: https://comfybelly.wpengine.com/2011/11/vegetarian-and-chicken-dumplings-and-our-crohns-timeline/

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  45. Rachel Wheelwright

    February 10, 2012 at 11:40 am

    Thank you so much for this!! This has been a blessing to me and so many other people!!! 🙂

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  46. C

    December 1, 2011 at 6:02 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing these recipes! As a teenage girl with self-diagnosed IBS and Gluten Intolerance I can spend forever searching for recipes online and I am so glad to have found your website. My diet is so strict- Low fat, no grains, I can’t have starch or starchy foods (i.e. potatoes), sugar and artificial sugars bother me (I use honey typically or sweeten by using certain fruits and stuff), soy, and eating insoluble fibers without a lot of soluble fiber all bothers me. I try to avoid lactose as much as I can since it’s technically almost just as bad as starches. It’s really inspirational how people like you and your son can turn a bad thing good. I can really relate, but since I’m not an adult it’s hard to get support from others, my dad even told me it’s all in my head once (which it DEFINITELY isn’t). I’ve gained that “aquired” taste for natural un-processed foods and everything I make is natural and from scratch, I’ve felt so much better lately, just feeling normal is the best feeling in the world. My parents don’t want to spend a lot of money on my food/recipes and I haven’t gotten quite skilled enough with cooking au-natural to whip up my own creative recipes, so ideas for food from others is always great. Hope your son is doing good and happy holidays.

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    • Erica

      December 7, 2011 at 10:46 pm

      What a great note – thanks! So good to hear things are working for you 🙂

      Reply
  47. Edwina

    November 15, 2011 at 10:14 am

    I really relate to you. My son has around 40 food intolerances/ allergies, mainly eggs, gluten and dairy. He and I also both have candida. I believe that candida is the new illness of the 21st century brought on by an overuse of anti-biotics. The candida compromises your health enormously and is the cause of intolerances. In an effort to heal both of us through food, my blog is also more and more about eating for our health and how we heal ourselves with food. Thank you for your amazing recipes which will go a long way to helping.

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    • Erica

      December 7, 2011 at 10:47 pm

      Thanks! Yes, yeast overgrowth is a huge issue.

      Reply
  48. Kelly @ The Nourishing Home

    November 12, 2011 at 12:36 pm

    Just stumbled onto your blog from Frugal Granola and just LOVE it! Although we’re not 100% GF, I enjoy GF baking, particularly my favorites are almond flour and coconut flour recipes! I hope we can be friends! I will definitely be point my GF friends to you. Blessings, Kelly @ The Nourishing Home

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  49. Tamsen

    November 7, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Hi
    I am just starting out on a starch free diet after being diagnosed with AS recently, and want to see if i can avoid medication. Having a slight panic at the moment, as my cupboard contains nothing but rice, pasta, potatoes and beans. Breakfast and Dinner is not too hard, but quick and tasty food that can be taken to work for lunch is my current challenge – I am already bored with boiled eggs and salad, and struggling to feel full (or maybe just missing my comfort food).

    I am going shopping for coconut flour today, and really looking forward to trying some of these recipes!

    Love this website!

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    • Erica

      December 7, 2011 at 10:47 pm

      Thanks – hope it helps!

      Reply
  50. Regan

    September 13, 2011 at 6:07 pm

    Love your recipes and the website. My household is complex — we’re a motley crew of dietary needs between the three of us [seriously, how can just 3 people be that complicated!?] representing the dietary restrictions of dairy allergies, gluten-intolerance, IBS, diabetes, and my husband’s rare metabolic disorder that requires a paleo-type diet. Let’s say that making three meals a day, never mind a dessert or two, requires some serious thinking. I also wanted to say that I love the community spirit here; it helps to know that there are other folks who are living with complex needs and who choose to come at the complexity with grace and creativity. Thanks for sharing.

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  51. Mary Hone

    July 18, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    Hi Erica,
    I just found your website, and I’m so glad. I just recently started eating the primal diet and finding good substitutes for some stuff is hard. I like breads and cereals for breakfast, that’s been the biggest change. Eggs everyday gets boring. So being able to bake with my almond flour or ground flax is a plus.
    Thanks for taking the time to write all these great recipes.

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    • Erica

      July 18, 2011 at 6:00 pm

      Thanks – btw, I love your website. Roxy is quite cute!

      Reply
  52. Bec

    July 8, 2011 at 6:02 am

    I am loving this Blog!!!! I have been trying to change my lifestyle to be healthier. I thank you for providing recipes for my guilty food that are better for me! I can’t wait to try some of your recipes!!!

    Reply
    • Erica

      July 9, 2011 at 5:18 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  53. Dana

    March 15, 2011 at 9:42 am

    Hi Erica! I was introduced to ComfyBelly by a co-worker after she brought in your Orange Cranberry Muffins, which were absolutely delicious! They were definitely a special treat for me, having been recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease. After feeling totally overwhelmed by the need to overhaul my diet and lifestyle (and quite disturbed by how many gluten-free recipes included foods smoothered in cheese), I am so relieved to see your HEALTHY and SIMPLE recipes! They are so great for people who don’t have tons of time to cook but are health-conscious. Thank you so very much for making my life easier, healthier and happier!

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    • Erica

      March 15, 2011 at 9:57 am

      Thanks Dana! It is overwhelming at first. And then it gets easier. Best wishes, Erica.

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  54. Linda

    December 15, 2010 at 8:37 am

    I am so excited to have found your site! I am diabetic and trying to eat better in order to avoid the crazy spikes. Anything with white flour is out for me. So I’ve been trying to use almond flour which works wonderfully, but have had so many flops with the conversions I was about to give it up in frustration. I can’t use the honey because it causes spikes, but plan to try some of your receipes and substitute the honey with Erythritol. If you (or your readers) have any suggestions or experiences on doing that, please let me know.

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    • Erica

      December 15, 2010 at 12:18 pm

      Hi Linda! I haven’t used Erythritol, but hopefully others can chime in.

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      • Linda

        December 15, 2010 at 2:57 pm

        Thanks Erica! The same substitution outcome would probably apply to other dry sugar substitutes, this is just the one that seems to work the best for me with my blood sugar levels (without unwanted side effects). I do hope to hear from anyone who has tried any of them. I tried Agave syrup, but just couldn’t get past the taste of it.

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  55. Cathy B. @ Bright Bakes

    December 3, 2010 at 7:09 pm

    hi there! just stumbled across your site via a link, and I have to say…I’m enamored! We share many of the same food philosophies and I love cooking with natural “real” foods…(Although, at this time of the year, there is a bit of excess sugar goin’ on at my place:) bur most generally, we like to keep it pretty clean) Look forward to seeing more!
    love,
    cathy b. @ brightbakes

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    • Erica

      December 3, 2010 at 9:29 pm

      Hi Cathy – thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  56. Elizabeth

    November 21, 2010 at 11:03 am

    hi i have crohns and im on the scd diet im younger than thirteen and i love makeing gingerbread houses do you have any recipes?

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    • Erica

      November 21, 2010 at 5:55 pm

      Hi Elizabeth! thanks for your comments. I’m hoping to post a gingerbread cookie recipe soon, but you could probably get an idea of what it would be like, because it will be based on this recipe: https://comfybelly.wpengine.com/2010/11/cut-out-cookies-using-almond-flour/

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  57. Adam

    October 31, 2010 at 9:45 am

    thank you for providing such a great resource to the growing number of us who have to look to changing our past diets to deal with current and future health issues. I hope others don’t have to wait for months or years to know that alternatives really are out there! thank you for providing such valuable insights to everyone

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    • Erica

      October 31, 2010 at 10:07 am

      Thanks Adam. Wow – nice site you have there!

      Reply
  58. Erica

    September 28, 2010 at 7:13 am

    Hi Ann. Yes, I do have a cut-outs cookie dough recipe. I’ll have to dig it out of my holiday recipes and try to post it. It may be a bit though.

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  59. Ann

    September 27, 2010 at 7:27 pm

    We love your recipes and use them quite a bit. Do you have a good sugar cookie recipe for cut out cookies.

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  60. Erica

    July 29, 2010 at 2:40 pm

    Hi Astrid – yes, you can use baking powder. I haven’t tried it with the Orange Cake, but it works with the pancakes and waffles.

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  61. Astrid

    July 29, 2010 at 11:42 am

    For a Gluten intolerant person this blog is AMAZING! I am going to the supermarket tomorrow to buy almond flour and then there’s no way back.
    I live in the UK – and never use baking soda – is it possible to use baking powder instead? FOr example for the Valencia Orange cake?
    Cheers!

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  62. Erica

    July 24, 2010 at 9:53 am

    Hi Ashley. I haven’t tried cookies with coconut flour yet, but I do plan on experimenting more with coconut four. I haven’t read this book yet (on my to-do list), but it might have more ideas for you: http://www.amazon.com/Cooking-Coconut-Flour-Gluten-Free-Alternative/dp/0941599639/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1279990213&sr=1-1-fkmr2.
    I’m sure there are readers using Splenda with the coconut flour recipes. You might want to leave a comment on one of those posts asking if someone has and how much they used.

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  63. Ashley Hamilton

    July 24, 2010 at 12:23 am

    Hello Erica,
    I jsut discovered your site not too long ago while looking for recipes to make with coconut flour or almond flour. The coconut flour waffles and pancakes look great. I am wondering if you have more recomendations for coconut flour. My son has epilepsy and is on a high fat low carb diet (Modified Atkins for Seizures)with medication to control his seizures. I have to be really really creative to make him the things that he likes. We have tried the pancakes and I was able to modify those for his diet (adding heavy whipping cream) also it appears that most of these are pretty low carb however have you had anyone that has use Splenda or some other sweetener on any of these as my son is unable to have sugar on this diet (I do use Maple flavored Agave syrup for pancakes)Thanks so much for this site. The next thing to try will be the “twinkies” I am always looking for little treats that he can have to make this diet easier for him! Also do you have cookie recipes that use coconut flour?

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  64. Taylre

    July 23, 2010 at 7:09 pm

    🙂 I dont have celiac disease, but I have sub-clinical gluten intolerance, and your website is so full of lovely gluten free recipes! thankyou!

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  65. Megan

    July 23, 2010 at 3:24 pm

    Great blog! I really like your recipes and plan to try a few out. I am gluten and dairy free and finding other blogs with awesome recipes makes me excited to get in the kitchen and try out what others have tried. It makes me a better gluten/dairy free cook as well.

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  66. Erica

    May 22, 2010 at 11:04 pm

    Hi Raj! Wow, I love your blog as well. The Mint Ginger Lemonade looks fantastic. Thanks so much for sharing your link. Have a good weekend!

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  67. Raj

    May 22, 2010 at 4:08 pm

    Hi Erica,
    I’ve been reading your blog for a few months now and wanted to let you know that you’ve inspired me to find joy while cooking SCD. So much so that I decided to share my recipes on my own website: http://www.flipcookbook.com.
    I would love to hear what you think. Great work and I look forward to the next post!!

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  68. Erica

    May 15, 2010 at 10:18 am

    Hi Ann. Thanks! I gave up trying to link to every blog I read and like. If you check out the Comfy Belly Facebook page, it has links to some favorite blogs, and some are SCD, or have recipes that you can convert to be SCD legal. Maybe others can add their faves.

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  69. Ann

    May 15, 2010 at 6:35 am

    Hi, I absolutely love your recipes, they are delicious and healthy! I wish there were more people like you! Do you happen to know of any other websites like yours? I know a lot of websites that follow the SCD diet, but truthfully the recipes don’t taste that great in my opinion. If you happen to know a website like yours with just healthy, yummy recipes, sugar free i guess, that would be great! thanks! i don’t know what i would do without your recipes!

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  70. Jessica

    April 20, 2010 at 7:54 pm

    Hi there, I loved stumbling upon your blog this morning – I’m reading from Melbourne in Australia. Thank you for your inspirational creations and photos – my daughters and I all have fructose malabsorbtion (which has been blamed as the source of my Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia). I can easily adapt what you have here to suit us. I discovered your blog trying to work out how to make Lactose-free yoghurt. Happy cooking!

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  71. betts

    April 17, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    Our youngest daughter was diagnosed with chronic aggressive Crohn’s almost four years ago…in few words, it has changed the way we live and eat, play and work and pushes us to keep up the search for the information that, bit by bit,helps to make her life and ours a little less crazy and more wonderful again.
    She was first also diagnosed with Celiac’s …(just days before the discovery of the Chrohn’s) we immediately became a gluten free home. It has made a world of difference for all of us. Healthy way to eat no matter who you are…just found a new bread that we can enjoy…Udi’s, really good, good product.
    I am so excited to have found your site and enjoy the wonderful recipes you share with your readers. Thank you so much.

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  72. Erica

    March 26, 2010 at 1:37 pm

    Denise, thanks for sharing your experience!

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  73. Denise

    March 26, 2010 at 10:48 am

    If anyone is interested, here is my SCD blog:
    http://www.freetofeast.wordpress.com
    I just started, so please spread the word! Link me to your blogs or subscribe!

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  74. Denise

    March 26, 2010 at 10:47 am

    I have been on the SCD for over three years and have never felt better. It’s been hard, but I’d rather be pain-free and on this diet than eating all that junk food I used to eat and feeling awful.
    @Cheryl Golding: I don’t know if anyone ever answered your question about the SCD, but it is supposed to “heal,” not necessarily in the sense of being rid of the problem for good. It is meant to control symptoms and get you to a point where you can live symptom-free. Some doctors, after being on the diet for a while, may say that the disease seems to have disappeared, and that’s great! But you must always be careful with what you eat. You could still have a flare-up.

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  75. Erica

    March 26, 2010 at 7:00 am

    Hi Ann – a lot of the recipes I have already posted will work for Passover, but I’m never really sure what I’m going to post, sorry to say. Considering my current life schedule, I’m pretty happy that I post at least once a week! But thanks for the requests. Let me know if there’s something specific that you’re hoping to make.

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  76. Ann

    March 25, 2010 at 8:56 am

    I don’t know if your jewish or not, but i know that everyone out there that’s getting ready to start passover cooking would love to see some passover recipes. Do you think you will be cooking/posting any?

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  77. Erica

    March 24, 2010 at 8:23 pm

    Hi Melissa! It would be great to be featured on Foodista. Thanks for the recognition!
    BTW, you can find my email in the “contact me” link in this post.

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  78. Melissa Peterman

    March 24, 2010 at 5:55 pm

    Hi Erica!
    We’ve selected you as our Foodista Food Blog of the Day for Thursday, March 25th! Your blog for Hardy French Green Lentil Soup will be featured on the Foodista homepage for 24 hours. This is a new feature that we recently launched and are thrilled to post your blog.
    Since you are now a part of the Foodista Featured Blogger of The Day Community, we’ve created a special badge for you to display proudly on your blog sidebar.
    I couldn’t find your email on your blog to send you the access code for the special badge, but I want to make sure you get it if you are interested. Please send me an email and I’ll send it right away.
    We are really enjoying your blog and look forward to seeing your recipes, tips and techniques on Foodista! If you would not like to be recognized on Foodista please let me know and I will remove your blog from our queue.
    Cheers,
    Melissa

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  79. Erica

    March 6, 2010 at 8:37 pm

    Hi Sarah. It’s great that you found SCD so quickly. It took me 2 years to find out about it. Just be a bit creative and experimental. Hope you feel better soon!

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  80. Sarah Jonutz

    March 5, 2010 at 6:07 pm

    Thank you for this wonderful website. I was just diagnosed with Crohn’s about a month and half ago and have been trying the SCD diet. I am so used to eating whatever I liked that it’s been a difficult transition for me and just seeing these amazing recipes has brought excitement to my life. I love food and can’t wait to try these recipes. Thank you for your time in trying these and for your heart for sharing them with others like me who have no idea how to cook. It helps me to feel like I am not alone and can make it through this diagnosis.

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  81. cheryl golding

    February 25, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    Hi-I started the scd diet about a month ago- I have ulcerated colitis. I have had it for almost 30 years. I came out of a long remission 2 years ago. This diet definitely helps but I cant get a straight answer from the forum-it seems most people go on the diet but give up. Does it really cure or only keep it under control How long has your son been on this diet? Do you know anyone who has been cured? Thank-you for sharing your hard work to perfect these recipes. I just found the site today and am anxious to try your recipes.

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    • Erica

      December 1, 2010 at 11:10 pm

      Cheryl – I just noticed that I never responded to you (I’m in the process of cleaning up all the posts up since my blog re-design).

      My son felt better on SCD, but it wasn’t a complete success, and he lapsed out of frustration (plus a few emergency trips to the ER). It’s been a very long journey for us (but obviously not as long as yours!). I don’t know of anyone personally who has been “cured”, with or without a diet, however after watching my son, I’ve learned that you have to listen to your body. If the diet is not working, change it up. It’s not a guarantee – just one option. That’s my 2 cents, of course.

      I adhere to the custom plan – do what works for you at that time. I bet you already know that though.

      Best wishes,
      Erica

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      • Tami Rainmom

        January 17, 2012 at 11:25 am

        many with Chron’s find recovery using a combination of SCD diet and Low Dose Natrexone –
        http://www.lowdosenaltrexone.org/

        you might want to look into it. many local pharmacies compound the LDN. There’s quite a few research papers on it now.

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  82. Erica

    February 24, 2010 at 7:28 am

    Thanks Ari. Ok, this is total conjecture, but you might be able to dry the marshmallow filling in a dehydrator or the oven at a low temperature. Not sure about other techniques. Interesting idea though!

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  83. Ari-Food Intolerances Cook

    February 23, 2010 at 10:41 pm

    I love your site and recipes! I tried to post this on your marshmallow frosting recipe but it wouldn’t let me. Could you make the marshmallow filling into a marshmallow candy or filling like in a 3 musketeers bar? Perhaps by cooking or mixing longer? I really want to make a 3 musketeers but without the sugar and this looks like a good start. Any suggestions? Do you think it is even feasible?

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  84. Sarah

    February 16, 2010 at 7:20 pm

    Erica,
    Thank you so much for a wonderful website! As my family and I transition to a gluten- and sugar-free lifestyle, your recipes and comments (and photos!) have helped tremendously. Knowing we can still eat such yummy food has been a huge relief.
    I was wondering whether it would be possible to ask you a few questions privately? I have Crohn’s disease, and there were just a few things I was curious about. I clicked on the “contact me” link above, and honestly I can’t figure out how to set up our e-mail account! So this is my “aol” account, and if you are able to write me with your address, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much for your time, and for setting up & maintaining this great blog!
    Sarah ([email protected])

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  85. jessica

    January 31, 2010 at 3:56 am

    Hi Erica,
    I love your blog. Last night I made a version of your apple upside down cake. It was great. I’m the editor of the website, ASweetLife http://www.asweetlife.org, the source for the healthy diabetic. Would it be possible to talk to you privately? If so, please reply to [email protected]
    Thank you,
    Jessica

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  86. Michelle

    January 22, 2010 at 8:00 am

    Your website is amazing! Thanks so much for all the great recipes and beautiful pictures! I’m on a grain and dairy free diet.

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  87. Erica

    January 22, 2010 at 6:21 am

    Karen, I guess you could use any kind of sugar-substitute, but I can’t say that I’ve tried it. Let us know if you do try it.

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  88. Karen Smith

    January 22, 2010 at 5:16 am

    I would like to know if your recipes are low carb? Scones – could I substitute sugar free maple syrup for honey

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  89. Bryan

    December 4, 2009 at 9:35 pm

    Hi Erica,
    You left a comment on our blog. Since we’re in the same part of the world – I’d be interested in chatting with you about your experiences. I’ve included my email address… please respond off-blog for privacy. Thanks!
    Bryan
    Scd4squirts.com

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  90. Michele

    October 31, 2009 at 9:56 am

    Erica, your site is wonderful. Thanks for sharing all your recipes and tips.

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  91. Erica

    October 13, 2009 at 10:26 pm

    Hi Pattie. Not all the recipes are SCD-friendly, but almost all of them can be modified for SCD. To see the SCD recipes, go to the Archives and click on SCD Recipes, or click on SCD Recipes in the category cloud on the left column of this page.

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  92. Pattie

    October 13, 2009 at 8:43 pm

    Hey there,
    I came across your site and saw you do a lot of SCD recipes. My daughter has autism (hence lots of gut issues) and we are looking to transition to SCD. Are all of your recipes SCD friendly?
    Btw, fantastic site. I love your pics too. Well done!

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  93. Erica

    September 5, 2009 at 9:39 am

    Janet, thanks so much for sharing your techniques!
    I’m a bit lazy with this dough sometimes because it does take a bit of work to roll it into a thin sheet. Another option is to not even roll it, and instead place little balls of dough on a cookie sheet and flatten them out into the shape of crackers.

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  94. Janet

    September 5, 2009 at 8:41 am

    >From the moment I saw the almond thyme cracker recipe, it became a mission to make it. The almond flour arrived from Honeyville yesterday p.m. and the next day (even right now) the crackers are cooling in a warm oven. Yummmm!
    My husband bought some bulk grated oregano recently instead of a block of it, so this is what I used. They are still tasty. The rolling out part is what seemed to be a challenge. I placed the ball of dough in a plastic storage bag and it rolled out perfectly to fill the bag. Then I cut the bag all the way around with scissors and flipped it onto a cookie sheet with parchment paper. It cracked in a couple of places and I just pressed them together again. The crackers look beautiful and will be a great addition to my homemade soup. I will be making this one again, and again.
    Thanks for sharing your recipes.
    Janet

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  • Erica on Mint Avocado Pudding:

    Thanks, Jennifer!!
    Posted Mar 19, 2023

  • Jennifer Becker on Mint Avocado Pudding:

    I really like this recipe and it was perfect for St. Patrick’s Day dessert! The texture is so smooth. It…
    Posted Mar 19, 2023

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    Thanks so much!
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  • Erica on Banana Blueberry Muffins:

    Hi Lindsey, yes, absolutely!
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    Is it possible to omit the walnuts and the recipe still be OK?
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    Hi Kay, the link to the biscuit is in the recipe.
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Measurement equivalents

1 tablespoon 3 teaspoons
1/4 cup 4 tablespoons
1 cup 8 ounces
1 teaspoon 5 ml
1 tablespoon 15 ml

Temperature conversions

Gas Mark Fahrenheit Celsius
  1/4  225  110
  1/2  250  130
    1  275  140
    2  300  150
    3  325  170
    4  350  180
    5  375  190
    6  400  200
    7  425  220
    8  450  230
    9  475  240

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I create recipes using simple, nutrient-dense ingredients, staying as close to the earth as possible.

One of my boys was diagnosed with Crohn’s, which inspired me to start Comfy Belly, and create recipes to share my love of good, healthy food. Read More →

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Mint Avocado Pudding
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