Making the Transition Simple

Going GF is never easy, but it can be done easier if you follow these few simple steps:

1. Think and plan ahead - always have a GF snak on hand just in case (this will prove to be helpful in more situations than you can imagine)


2. Learn the GF 'lingo'


3. Always have a Plan B


4. Ask questions. If in doubt, always always always ask before you take a chance and take a bite


5. Think outside of the box - get creative with your snacks and meals. You'll be amazed at how many 'old' recipes can become new and even more delicious than the old way.


6. Develop realistic expectations and know your options


7. Smile and enjoy! :)

Hidden Sources

Because gluten has many different names and can be found in even the most unsuspecting places, being on your guard is always very important when living the g-free life. And please know it is not impossible to avoid gluten! It can be done very successfully once you know what to look for. Below is a list of place gluten may be hidding, but it is not extensive by any means. So, if you are ever in doubt, please do not hesistate to contact a manufacture to see if their product contains gluten or has had the potential to have been cross-contaminated.

• Additives
• Aritifcal color
• Bacon bits and other imitation bacon products
• Beer
• Brewer's yeast
• Blue cheese
• Brown rice syrup
• Cereals
• Coffees, flavored and instant and Starbucks
• Communion wafers
• Croutons
• Dairy substitutes
• Deli meants
• Emulsifiers
• Fillers
• Fried foods
• "Germ" - usually another tearm for wheat
• Grain alcohol
• Gravies
• Groats
• Hydrogenated oils
• Hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP) and hydrolyzed plant protein (HPP)
• imitation seafood
• Licorice (pure form is GF, bun not in candies)
• Marinades
• Malt
• Modified food starch
• Natural flavor
• Salad dressings
• Seasonings and spices (pure form are GF but watch out for added declumping agents)
• Softener
• Soy sauces
• Soup bases
• Beauty products (lipstick, lipgloss, moisturizers, shampoo, conditioners, hairsprays, toothpaste)
• Stamp and envelope adhesive
• Play-doh
• Prescription drugs
• Over-the-counter medication
• Vitamin and mineral supplements

Hopes this helps you live g-free successfully!!