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GF Culinary Productions, Inc. Launches Gluten-Free Culinary Lecture Series
The Art & Science of Gluten-Free Gastronomy™, presented by GF Culinary Productions, Inc., is an eleven month lecture series that will provide those with an interest in gluten-free cooking and baking an in-depth format to learn the art and science behind the cuisine as presented by local experts and top chefs.
New Gluten Free Diet Beginner's Tips
Must know beginners tips are now available for consumers considering the gluten-free diet in the form of a new video and an accompanying document from motivational speaker and cookbook author, Lisa A. Lundy, which you can download free from her website.
Top Gluten Free Tips for Avoiding Gluten
If you have recently been diagnosed with celiac condition and need:want to follow a gluten-free diet you may find the whole concept daunting. Don't worry you are not on your own, approximately 1 in 300 people are diagnosed as Celiacs in the western world and they are able to follow a gluten free diet day after day. To help you we have listed some of our top gluten-free tips to living life gluten-free and being healthy.
Gluten-Free Cookbook Author Offers New Gluten-Free Baking Tip Sheet
Consumers interested in tips on gluten-free baking will find help in a new video and an accompanying tip sheet from motivational speaker and allergy and celiac cookbook author, Lisa A. Lundy, which you can download free from her website.
Celiacs Celebrate as the First Ever Packaged Gluten Free Oatmeal Cookies Go Nationwide
Glenny's is pleased to announce that it's now shipping its new Moist and Chewy Gluten Free Oatmeal Cookies throughout US, bringing joy to those on a gluten free diet.
3rd Edition of Best-Selling Restaurant Guide Helps Gluten Free Go Mainstream
Triumph Dining, the nation's leading gluten-free publisher, has just released the 3rd edition of The Essential Gluten-Free Restaurant Guide, the best-#1 selling gluten free restaurant guide in the US.
New Cookbook Offers Simple, Nutritious and Delicious Gluten-Free Recipes
Book is second for author, features tasty recipes for those who can't eat wheat but love to eat
Mariposa Baking Company Takes Freshly Baked Gluten-Free Bread to San Francisco -- Kiosk in Ferry Building Opens Mid-November
Mariposa Baking Company, a dedicated gluten-free artisan bakery based in Oakland, California, is opening a kiosk in the Ferry Building Marketplace for its gluten-free baked goods. In this new San Francisco location, Mariposa is offering gluten-free and wheat-free sweets and savories, including fresh gluten-free breads, bagels, muffins and cookies, as well as frozen topped pizzas, ravioli and more.
Tips on Eating Pizza on a Gluten-Free Diet
Its 2010, people are trying to stick to New Year's diet resolutions, but it is difficult when bombarded with pizza commercials throughout various media outlets You cannot turn on the television without seeing a pizza company advertise a new and improved pizza crust and/or ingredients
GF Culinary Productions Launches First Gluten-Free Baking Invitational? at Johnson & Wales University in Denver this April
Along side leading Colorado gluten-free baking experts, learn the basics and more advanced strategies of gluten-free baking in this weekend conference for the public featuring ten gluten-free baking lectures/demonstrations, two interactive panel discussions with the presenters, and six public judging events to decide the gluten-free recipe winners in the Student and Professional Divisions. There will be 26 Johnson & Wales University (Denver Campus) Baking and Pastry students competing for $1500 worth of scholarship funds with their signature gluten-free recipes in several categories including Best Gluten-Free Cookie, Best Gluten-Free Muffin, Best Gluten-Free Yeast Bread, and Best Gluten-Free Brownie. Attendees of the conference can vote fo ...
Gluten-Free Living, a National Magazine for People with Celiac Disease, Announces a New Website and the Release of Volume 8, #3
Editor and Publisher, Ann Whelan, to speak at the Gluten-Free Culinary Summit in Providence, Rhode Island on September 19, 2008
New Gluten-Free Gift Bags Launched
Consumers looking to start a gluten-free diet or those looking for the perfect gift for someone already on a gluten-free diet will be interested in the new gluten-free gift bags launched by motivational speaker and gluten-free cookbook author, Lisa A. Lundy.
Celiac.com Kicks Off 'Gluten Busters' Celiac Disease Awareness Campaign
Company Offers Gluten-free T-Shirts and Clothing in Effort to Boost Celiac Disease and Gluten-Intolerance Awareness.
Gluten-Free Certification Received by Fabe's All Natural Bakery
Fabe’s Naturally Sweetened Desserts Provide Selections for Individuals with Many Special Dietary Needs. These include Gluten-Free Desserts, Vegan Desserts, Dairy Free Desserts and Organic Desserts. Fabe’s Proudly Announces Gluten-Free Certification of Their Gluten-Free Desserts.
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How Organic Control Methods Get Rid of Weeds Effectively
Weeds can become a nuisance, if ignored and not properly controlled. The Organic Control Method can produce a weed-free garden to avoid the side effects of herbicide poisoning.
Weeds aggressively grows in lawns, gardens and natural areas. These unwanted plants block sunlight and get the important nutrients needed by growing plants. Determining the two weed life cycles such as annual or perennial is important in exhibiting control methods.
One of the best methods is the Organic Weed Control. This method is cheaper and simpler to manage. Mulching and the use of gardening tools are good practices for getting rid of weeds.
Mulch
Garden mulch is a protective layer on top of the soil that suppresses weeds. It is used for protection from threading, compaction and erosion. This method can act as an aid to plant culture. It conditions and retains warmth in the soil. The best time to mulch is during autumn and spring.
Mulch can be categorized in three methods:
1. Sheet Mulch ý This is the best method of suppressing perennial weeds. It is easy to cut into shape, relocate, plant and store. Sheet mulch can avoid damages onto vegetables and roots of fruits. It can also improve the use of its top covering of bark or chippings.
Types of Mulch can be identified as:
ý Geotextile ý This is a woven or non woven permeable sheet and needle punch made from polypropylene and polyester. This can be used as a barrier between the soil and loose mulch in order to diminish perennial weeds.
ý Black (White) Plastic Sheet ý These are black plastic sheets (400-600 gauge of silage sheeting) that warms the soil. It keeps its moist.
ý Fibre Sheets ý This is a bio-degradable bonded wood developed for garden applications such as tree and flower seeded mats.
ý Newspapers ý These are whole 8 sheet thick papers that go together with weed-tops, including straws that hold and compost in order to suppress weeds on vegetable plots. This becomes a paper mash that can be forked and added as organic matter for the soil.
ý Cardboard ý A brown cardboard is more effective when it breaks down and encourages earthworms. This material allows air flow and even penetrates water.
2. Ornamental mulch ý This enhances the landscape along pathways and the entire yard. It blends with house colors and decors. Using permeable barrier membranes, wood chip and gravel, this will prevent the sinkage of the soil.
3. Organic Mulch ý This is widely used mulch meant for fruit bushes and flowers. It conditions and feeds the soil. It also protects it against drought in the summer and even improves drainage. Some of its properties are as follows:
ý Easy to apply with a reasonable price.
ý Freely drains and permits good aeration.
ý Not too low Nitrogen content.
ý Water will not become saturated.
Organic mulch can act as a leaf mold It can be used as a base for composting seeds. By gathering fall leaves inside a bag and leaving it to rot will eventually help add nutrients to the soil. Pine needles and lawn cuttings can retain soil moisture. For ýno dig gardeningý, farmyard manure is best applied in roses, pumpkins and cucumber among others, especially during the spring or late winter seasons. Other types used include straw, hay, weeds, green tops, and garden composts.
The use of the right gardening tools will satisfy the implementation of organic weed control methods. This will help gardeners maintain and remove weeds with no hassle. Fork tools can also remove underground stems of perennial weeds, without slicing the roots of plants or even damaging crops. While garden claws act as a cultivator of small gardens in order to loosen weeds, the claw can easily use top dressings or fertilizers for repetitive action. For tap roots and disturbed weeds, you can use a Dutch hoe, spade and shovel.
For successful usage of the organic control method, one must aim for a 100% soil coverage and clear off open ground. Regular inspection or an immediate spotting of weeds while young is necessary. Regular mowing is also sufficient. Nothing is safer than using organic method for removing weeds.
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