After writing about this yesterday there were a few more things that suck about being gluten free I wanted to mention. My son thought that this was not the type of thing to write about, but I explained it's just the truth. So here are a few more reasons.
1. Going to at least 2-3 different food stores a week. You like the bread at one, oatmeal at another and there is always one that has a better selection.
2.Being a kid or a teen, hanging with friends or simply going on a date. You need to prepare,call ahead to order, and always check what they are serving. Not being able to grab any snack at a friends house.
3. Looking at the new Oreo's that are cupcake filled, knowing you can't even try one.
4. Needing almost a second job to afford all the gluten free foods. Everything is doubled in price.
5. Getting use to frozen foods, a lot of gluten free items are frozen. Buying extra bread to freeze so you don't run out. Its not like you can go to 7-11 for bread.
6. Being lactose intolerant on top of being Celiac. Over time this gets better for most.
7. Bagels, need I say more.
8. Lastly knowing this is for life and there is no cure just a gluten free diet.
On a positive note, there are so many great gluten free options available now more then ever.
We live in a world where many turn to gluten free, whether a fad for some or required, it has made the industry larger with many choices. So if any time is a good time to be gluten free its now.
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