Gluten Free Fiber??? Anyone Have Suggestions?

jazztag85

I'm pretty sure I need to add more fiber to my diet- but I need to eat gluten free (I'm gluten free for medical reasons, not for any fad diet thing).

Does anyone have any suggestions? I know that fruits and veggies have fiber, but anything else?

Thanks

the_new_robin2016

this is something you might have to look up on google or somewhere. I hope you find answers!! Hopefully there is some people on here with the same condition as you that need to go gluten free! (i know a couple that their bodies can't take gluten anymore, unfortunately they don't have MFP!) Good Luck!

PikaKnight

Like what MrsRobin said, I'd google it to get a list of foods.

I believe quinoa is gluten-free, you might want to give that a try.

lwagnitz

A lot of stores have like gluten free sections or aisles. Scout em out?

katy_trail

legumes are all gluten free and loaded with protein, fiber, super filling.
may be a problem if you are limiting carbs, but not all of them are super carby.
edamame is also awesome unless you are also avoiding soy.

jennaworksout

flaxseed, nuts , beans, prunes, spinach, brown rice

MeeshyBW

flaxseed, nuts , beans, prunes, spinach, brown rice

^^^ What this person said!

If it makes you fart, it's pretty much has fibre in it! LOL

NeverGivesUp

quinoa, brown and wld rice, fruits and veggies

Firefox7275

Nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, cocoa powder, coconut flour, brown rice, quinoa, millet, all whole fruits and vegetables. Any whole plant food except wheat, rye and barley basically.

karrieamandakeeps

I use this website below, I have Celiacs so this really gives me a variety other than what the grocery store can offer. You might even find something exiting to eat that youve may not have access to. I know where I live, my choices are so limited I get excited to see a new food or supplement added to my diet. Hope that helps
http://www.celiac.com/glutenfreemall/

junipearl

my other half has celiac, so I eat mainly gluten free as well and find it hard to get fibre into my diet... all of the GF replacement foods like breads/waffles/etc. are made with healthy ingredients like buckwheat and chia seeds, but seem to be very low in fibre.

you could just do something as simple as taking a fibre supplement like Metamucil, which I do on some days
fruits (apples, oranges, bananas) and nuts are decent sources of fibre
can you eat corn? (I know some celiacs cannot) .. that is an okay source also.

it'll most likely be a combination of all the little things you eat during the day that make up your fibre count, so choose wisely!

ejwme

my hubby is GF (actually allergic to wheat, not gluten, but the result is essentially the same). He also can't do legumes (IBS) or dairy (another allergy) - the poor guy can't get a break. Luckily, I like a challenge in the kitchen and have fun helping him (he's not so enthusiastic a cook, mostly because food simply always hurt).

Pumpkin, butternut squash, any squash really. Very good roasted, in soups, etc. Recently I learned to use cauliflower as a substitute for couscous and rice, very pleased with that (I normally hate cauliflower, so this is a huge win). Veggies in general will go a long way towards filling the GF gap with added fiber and nutrients.

The trick is NOT to try to simply eat the same as "everybody else" but with substitutes - GF bread, GF pizza, GF cereal. What you really want to do instead is just eat a diet of stuff that is NORMALLY gf. So don't have a GF sandwich, have a stir fry. Don't eat GF pizza, eat chicken and veggies. Don't eat GF chicken noodle soup, have chili (watch store bought or canned, they're thickened with gluten a lot). If you try to substitute instead of changing your diet, you'll 1) have nutritional deficit issues (which is a problem even in a gluten-filled "Standard" diet) and 2) spend your meals missing "real" versions of the not-quite-right-textured food on your plate.

We also recently started an emeals subscription to their "paleo" meal planning thing, every week we get an email with 7 recipes and a shopping list. Paleo is the closest to his wheat-free, legume-free, dairy-free diet, so it works. He's never eaten so many veggies in his life, and we're both noticing a huge difference in our fridge. You might give it a whirl for some ideas, there's a groupon for a huge discount right now.

eperrecs

A smaller does of fiber, but still gluten free snack, is Mediterranean Baked Lentil chips. Crunchy, tasty & good with hummus. If you can't find them at your local store, amazon has them.
Mediterranean brand also makes crackers with a similar recipe.
3g per serving isn't bad for a yummy snack food

themom1951

Hello Gluten friend. I purchase gluten free protein and pea products from Swanson. I blend fruit and the powders for my breakfast. I had a serious bowl blockage problem, that's how "I" discovered my Celiac disease. Dr.s said I was crazy because they could not find the problem. If you are looking to purchase food items I buy at Giant Eagles and Marcs. Lately I found gluten free broth at the Dollar Tree, a bargain store near me. I keep journals of what I eat, where to shop and good websites I find. There are many free sites with ideas, recipes etc. Would be HAPPY to talk with others who SUFFER with this awful disease. Sherry

themom1951

Thanks for the post. I love celiac.com as well. I am fortunate my big sister helps me and is my cheer leader. Recent divorce after 41 years set me back for awhile, now I'm back on track. Have a blessed day. THEMOM

Missjulesdid

my hubby is GF (actually allergic to wheat, not gluten, but the result is essentially the same). He also can't do legumes (IBS) or dairy (another allergy) - the poor guy can't get a break. Luckily, I like a challenge in the kitchen and have fun helping him (he's not so enthusiastic a cook, mostly because food simply always hurt).

Pumpkin, butternut squash, any squash really. Very good roasted, in soups, etc. Recently I learned to use cauliflower as a substitute for couscous and rice, very pleased with that (I normally hate cauliflower, so this is a huge win). Veggies in general will go a long way towards filling the GF gap with added fiber and nutrients.

The trick is NOT to try to simply eat the same as "everybody else" but with substitutes - GF bread, GF pizza, GF cereal. What you really want to do instead is just eat a diet of stuff that is NORMALLY gf. So don't have a GF sandwich, have a stir fry. Don't eat GF pizza, eat chicken and veggies. Don't eat GF chicken noodle soup, have chili (watch store bought or canned, they're thickened with gluten a lot). If you try to substitute instead of changing your diet, you'll 1) have nutritional deficit issues (which is a problem even in a gluten-filled "Standard" diet) and 2) spend your meals missing "real" versions of the not-quite-right-textured food on your plate.

We also recently started an emeals subscription to their "paleo" meal planning thing, every week we get an email with 7 recipes and a shopping list. Paleo is the closest to his wheat-free, legume-free, dairy-free diet, so it works. He's never eaten so many veggies in his life, and we're both noticing a huge difference in our fridge. You might give it a whirl for some ideas, there's a groupon for a huge discount right now.

^^^^ THIS!!! The vast majority GF breads and pizza crusts and crackers etc, may be free of gluten but they're also devoid of anything nutritious! If you choose to eat them do so as a special occasion treat and not as part of your regular diet!

Firefox7275

The trick is NOT to try to simply eat the same as "everybody else" but with substitutes - GF bread, GF pizza, GF cereal. What you really want to do instead is just eat a diet of stuff that is NORMALLY gf. So don't have a GF sandwich, have a stir fry. Don't eat GF pizza, eat chicken and veggies. Don't eat GF chicken noodle soup, have chili (watch store bought or canned, they're thickened with gluten a lot). If you try to substitute instead of changing your diet, you'll 1) have nutritional deficit issues (which is a problem even in a gluten-filled "Standard" diet) and 2) spend your meals missing "real" versions of the not-quite-right-textured food on your plate.

Good advice.

redraidergirl2009

vegetables.

Little_Mrs_Scary

Flaxseeds/chia seeds, but you need to drink a ****ton of water

lizsmith1976

BEANS!!! Get chickpeas and make hummus, put lentils in every soup you make, etc... Black beans are fantastic! Just don't buy canned b/c there are no safe bets out there for what they put in cans. Buy the bagged fresh ones and soak, boil and spend as much time as it takes. Healthy colon from the fiber and no issues from gluten is well worth it

http://glutenfreecooking.about.com/b/2010/06/05/healthy-gluten-free-beans.htm

nfgchick79

Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Oats. I eat them every morning. They have a ton of fiber. I also add a tablespoon of almond butter and I cook them with unsweetened (Silk brand) vanilla almond milk. It keeps me full for hours. I am also gluten free.

tameko2

Fruit and vegetables are good sources of fiber. Beans as others have said.

mom2rpkp

I have been gluten-free for about 4 months, and about 80% for over a year. What helped me most in making the transition was a mindset change. Instead of focusing on what I couldn't have, I thought about what I needed. My body was starving for nutrients because my celiac had been undiagnosed for so long. So I started ADDING green smoothies. A little spinach or kale, a banana, and some frozen peaches or berries, with water in the blender - keeps the fiber. The extra nutrients from fresh vegetables helped me start to feel well enough to get moving and make the other changes I needed to make. It also reset my tastes to desire fresh fruits and veggies again. Then I started to reduce my overall use of grains. Most of the good-tasting wheat flour replacements are not whole grain and don't have much fiber. It was hard, but it has reset my taste buds away from desiring bread-ish things. I keep a loaf of Udi's Gluten-Free whole grain sandwich bread in the freezer for when I'm serving sandwiches to the fam. Other than that, I just don't eat bread. My two daughters are about 80% gluten-free, too. I also reduce my use of other grains because they just make me want more. Great sources of fiber: Flaxseeds (add to GF oats, or in smoothies); sweet potatoes - I make a great frittata with shredded sweet potatoes as the "crust," - beans - lentils. Good luck and remember, that nothing tastes as good as being healthy feels!

little_miss_panda

The trick is NOT to try to simply eat the same as "everybody else" but with substitutes - GF bread, GF pizza, GF cereal. What you really want to do instead is just eat a diet of stuff that is NORMALLY gf. So don't have a GF sandwich, have a stir fry. Don't eat GF pizza, eat chicken and veggies. Don't eat GF chicken noodle soup, have chili (watch store bought or canned, they're thickened with gluten a lot). If you try to substitute instead of changing your diet, you'll 1) have nutritional deficit issues (which is a problem even in a gluten-filled "Standard" diet) and 2) spend your meals missing "real" versions of the not-quite-right-textured food on your plate.

We also recently started an emeals subscription to their "paleo" meal planning thing, every week we get an email with 7 recipes and a shopping list. Paleo is the closest to his wheat-free, legume-free, dairy-free diet, so it works. He's never eaten so many veggies in his life, and we're both noticing a huge difference in our fridge. You might give it a whirl for some ideas, there's a groupon for a huge discount right now.

This. Don't bother with gluten free substitute products. They are nutritionally poor, usually low in fibre, or if they have fibre, it's from psyllium husk which can cause constipation or diarrhoea and stomach cramps. Eat real food - get your fibre from fruit, veg, nuts and seeds. Sweet potato, root veg, potatoes, bananas and quinoa are great sources of carbs and fibre.

If you do want to do gluten free grains, (though personally I'd recommend them only as an occasional food) then you're best going for rice, particularly wild rice, red (camargue) rice or brown rice, and soaking it first. I also like soba noodles occasionally which are made from buckwheat and have a nice nutty flavour (buckwheat is GF despite the word "wheat" being there!) I would limit corn/maize as it's often inflammatory for the gut and us coeliacs and gluten-intolerant types often have gut issues. I'd recommend avoiding dried beans and lentils and other legumes for the same reason, but fresh ones are ok, like green peas, snow peas, French beans, runner beans and fresh edamame.

Oh yeah and flaxseeds are awesome and really versatile - flaxseed meal can be added to lots of things from smoothies to home made burgers. Just be sure to drink enough water.

karrieamandakeeps

Thanks for the post. I love celiac.com as well. I am fortunate my big sister helps me and is my cheer leader. Recent divorce after 41 years set me back for awhile, now I'm back on track. Have a blessed day. THEMOM

Thats is why I mentioned it. Its not just for ordering the premade GF food, that a lot people here seem to be against. Like with any food, eat it in moderation. I know that I don't have time to sort out and cook every little morsel that goes in my mouth so I figured the site would be helpful since it does have ""supplements" as well.

kristy3119

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