New Group member | Gluten Free Diet

sophiabonny

Hi My name is Sophia. I'm new to this group and I've been looking for support in eating cleaner and eliminating gluten out of my diet which I think has been the cause of me getting sick. Anyone out there on a glutenfree diet?

ldgcng

Hello,

I eat a gluten-free diet, but not because of Celiac's disease. Wheat aggravates the arthritis in my knees so much that I'm barely able to walk 3-4 hours after eating a bagel or doughnut (which I haven't done in almost two years). What has worked for me is limiting the amount of processed foods I eat, cooking for myself so I know what's in my food, and reading the ingredients of every food I buy. Many of the gluten-free foods out there are heavily processed and include other ingredients (like sugar). What I missed most was eating toast. I found a local gluten-free bakery and was so happy that I ate sandwiches for several days straight. Once you figure out what gluten-free foods you really enjoy, you'll rarely feel like you're being deprived of something, especially if it makes you sick! Good luck.

judi1063

I have been gluten free for 6 years. I cook all of the time using fresh fruit, vegetables and free range meat. I cook in large quantities and freeze meals. Having the food ready is the key for me. Cooking everyday makes me not want to eat right.