By Laurel Green

Living Without's Favorite Books: A Great Beginning

Newbie celiacs, you’re not alone. Complete Gluten-Free Diet & Nutrition Guide (Robert Rose) will walk you through the basics of celiac disease, from cause and diagnosis to successfully managing your condition. That means overcoming nutritional challenges and enjoying your new life. Authors Alexandra Anca, RD, and Theresa Santandrea-Cull don’t leave you hungry. This reference book is also a cookbook. You'll find over 100 recipes (some are vegan): pie crust, biscotti, lasagna. Quiches and crisps. Muffins and breads. A section discussing the culinary profiles of gluten-free flours made from grains and seeds is worth the money. A useful addition to your bookshelf.