Friday, February 12, 2016

Just A Few More Things That Suck About Being Gluten Free

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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