A good friend / college roommate of mine recently told me that she was diagnosed with celiac and therefore must be on a gluten-free diet. When we were living together, it seemed like she was constantly suffering from some kind of stomach discomfort and would have to go home regularly for medical testing. I am relieved to hear that has she finally figured out what has been ailing her all these years, and that she is now gluten free. If left untreated, celiac would not only cause pain and discomfort, but it can cause life-threatening complications.
Some of my favorite snack foods just so happen to be gluten-free already, and I am constantly trying gluten-free alternatives of everyday foods just for kicks. Right now I’m obsessed with Jennies Coconut Macaroons. They are not only gluten-free, but they are also dairy free, and soy free. They are sweetened with honey instead of sugar, and I don’t feel guilty indulging in them since they are loaded with coconut, which is amazing for your skin and immune system.
Having to live gluten-free seems like it could be quite challenging at times, and because there are so many hidden sources of gluten, just glancing at product labels doesn’t cut it. In hopes of alleviating some of the workload that goes into shopping for gluten-free food alternatives, I am going to continue to post up more of my fave gluten-free snacks, products, and recipes for my friend and others with a gluten restriction in their diet. In the meantime, keep in mind that just because you may have dietary limitations, that does not mean the food you eat must be bland and monotonous. Many organic, natural, and even gluten-free foods are loaded with flavor! You just have to find the best ones through trial and error.
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