Looking at going gluten free...??

For some, its a choice.  For others,  a necessity. But regardless of the reasons, gluten-free has become a huge food trend in the last few years. Whether it's due to a celiac disorder or to adapt to a gluten free lifestyle, more and more people are adopting a gluten-free diet. If you haven’t removed 100% of the gluten in your diet, you won’t realize the full benefits and, especially in the case of autoimmune disease, you may continue to experience symptoms from very trace amounts of gluten.

When you first decide to go gluten free, you’ll probably immediately realize that you need to eliminate wheat based foods like bread and pasta, but did you know that gluten is also found in soy sauce, licorice and artificial crab? Also,  "Wheat-Free" does not necessarily equal "gluten-free".

Switching to a gluten-free diet is a big change, and like anything new, it takes some time getting used to. But you may be pleasantly surprised to realize how many gluten-free products are now available making the transition to a gluten free diet more attainable. Many specialty grocery stores sell gluten-free foods. You can also find gluten free products on our gourmet online store.

Many people come to a gluten-free diet because of a particular health issue. Instead of simply replacing gluten containing processed foods with gluten-free processed foods, put the emphasis on whole foods that are naturally gluten-free like meat, eggs, fish, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds.

These foods help reduce inflammation and in conjunction with the elimination of gluten can have a huge impact on how you feel overall. 

However, personal care products, cosmetics, vitamins, supplements which might not seem as obvious to people who aren’t used to dealing with food restrictions, but is a common source of accidental gluten. Even though you aren’t eating them, personal care products and cosmetics can still enter the body. Be particularly careful with eye and lip products, as they sometimes contain vitamin E that is derived from wheat germ.

Those on a gluten-free diet must forgo all products containing wheat, barley, rye, and the various ingredients that contain derivatives of these grains. Those who are gluten-free, embrace a diet filled with fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, beans, and legumes. Nuts and most dairy products are naturally gluten-free, and safe for individuals who do not have allergies to these respective food groups.

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