Summer vacations are here at last, so here are some tips to help ease your mind with food. With a diagnosis of Celiac disease, travel requires some planning. Here are some tips to make it easier for all.
1. Look ahead of time, check for stores that carry gluten free foods you can buy once you are there. You can stock up for the week, and have safe food for you to eat.
2. Do not experiment with food, if you do not know do not eat. You want to enjoy your time, not get sick.
3. If staying with friends, explain the importance of adhering to a gluten free diet. If at a hotel, try and get a refrigerator to store any foods you may buy.
4. Eat simple, which is usually gluten free. Eat foods like eggs, milk and fruits. Main meals can be rice, vegetables and plain meat. You can never go wrong with a baked pototo.
5. Try and get a room with a kitchen, this way you can cook your own meals if need be.
6. Watch foods in marinades, most contain gluten. Always ask your server if you are not sure.
With everyone jumping on the gluten free wagon, more and more people know and understand it. Always ask the waiter or manager what is safe to eat. Be prepared at all times, in rare cases there may not be much for you to eat. Lastly watch for cross contaimination, too many do not realize this can hurt someone with Celiac disease.
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