Hello!
My name is Rachelle and I am the Hungry Cavewoman. I have Crohn’s and Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). Crohn’s is a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in which the immune system attacks the GI tract. PSC is a chronic form of liver disease that slowly damages the bile ducts. These diseases do not define who I am but they have played a role in shaping who I’ve become and will be. It’s because of them that I’ve found my passion in life; paleo/alternative baking!
My goal with The Hungry Cavewoman is to create desserts that cater to those with autoimmune diseases and alternative diets. Everything I make is free of grain, refined sugar and dairy. While the desserts I offer are rooted in a paleolithic diet; they are not restricted to that. The paleo diet works well for me and I’ve found it to be a good base for many people but the whole point of creating desserts for those with autoimmune diseases and alternative diets is to be inclusive. I’m well aware something that works for me may not work for another. If you want to try something but recognize an ingredient you can’t eat, send me a message!