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July 13th, 2026

Cindy Anderson: Food, Inflammation, and the Chemicals We Consume Every Day

  1. Cindy Anderson: Food, Inflammation, and the Chemicals We Consume Every Day Therese Forton Barnes; Cindy Anderson 39:04

This week, Tee is joined by Cindy Anderson, the founder of Manny’s Choice, the company behind The Good Gluten®. After surviving breast Cancer and struggling with severe gluten intolerance, Cindy discovered she could enjoy food again when using clean, European Flour. Inspired by that experience, she created Manny’s Choice to help others enjoy real food without the discomfort often associated with modern wheat products. Her mission is to challenge the conversation around gluten and explore how processing, additives, and food quality may be impacting gut Health and overall wellness.

In this conversation, Cindy explains the key differences between European and North American wheat, from farming practices and milling methods to food regulations and ingredient standards. She discusses how modern agricultural practices, food processing, and chemical additives may contribute to digestive discomfort, inflammation, and food sensitivities that many people mistakenly attribute solely to gluten. Cindy also shares why so many travelers find they can comfortably enjoy bread and pasta while visiting Europe, and why she believes nutrient-dense heritage wheat deserves a closer look.

The discussion also explores practical ways to reduce your exposure to unnecessary food additives by reading ingredient labels, choosing minimally processed foods, and making small, sustainable changes in your kitchen. Tee and Cindy discuss why clean ingredients matter for the entire Family, the importance of supporting gut health, and how simple pantry swaps can make Healthy Eating both convenient and enjoyable. Whether you’re living with gluten sensitivity, curious about food quality, or simply looking to make healthier choices, this episode offers an eye-opening perspective on one of the most common foods in our Diet.

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Therese Forton-Barnes Healthy Home Coach and Advocate with Cancer Prevention in Mind

Therese(Tee) is a Detox Your Home Guru and Health Coach at The Green Living Gurus. She grew up in a very healthy home in the 60’s and 70’s, went to college to open a health food store, and has been helping people for over 40 years keep toxicants out of their homes.

She is an entrepreneur, activist, podcast host, and educator. She spreads awareness of chemicals in everyday products that could cause many autoimmune illnesses, cancer, and other health issues. She
guides women in creating a less toxic home and lifestyle to ultimately increase the odds of a long, healthy, vital life and a safe environment in their homes.

She does all of this through her weekly podcast, Green Living with Tee, her newsletter, blog posts, social media, home detox coaching, and ‘Tee’s Organics’, a line of household products that are healthy for you and your home.