Eating gluten free is one of the most talked about diets today. For some, it’s a medical necessity. Others, simply feel better when gluten is limited in their diet (like me).
- Eat whole foods. Fill up your plate with naturally gluten free foods like vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, fish and lean meat.
- Choose gluten free grains and carbs such as brown rice, quinoa, buckwheat, and sweet potatoes.
- Avoid processed foods. Gluten lurks in many foods like spaghetti sauce, creamy soups, flavored chips, salad dressings, and even soy sauce. Read labels closely.
- Try zoodles or other spiralized vegetables in place of pasta. Make a cauliflower crust for pizza. Be creative!
- Minimize “gluten-free” packaged foods. Just like other packaged foods, they’re made with highly processed grains, heavy in sugar, full of preservatives, and many times higher in calories than their regular counterparts.
Experiment with gluten free recipes for making homemade breads, muffins, and cookies. Just like processed “gluten-free” foods, avoid recipes that use highly processed gluten free flour. Instead look for recipes that use almond, coconut, or rice flour. You will be surprised what you find.
Check out one of my favorite gluten-free recipes: Vegan Orange Cherry Gluten Free Muffins