subject: Wheat Allergies - What You Should And Shouldnt Eat [print this page] Celiac disease is a very common physical disorder that affects the intestine and limits the types of food that sufferers can eat - primarily it means gluten is your enemy. Lots of Australians have it and although it can be annoying when you go to parties, restaurants and the school canteen, it doesnt have to limit your lifestyle. You can avoid the symptoms of cramps and discomfort by simply ensuring you know the difference between good foods and bad foods.
Popular foods and drinks that usually have gluten
Unfortunately, many of the most popular foods and drinks contain gluten, so you need to be careful, especially when youre dining out. If you are offered any of the following, beware, as they will most probably be carrying your biggest enemy - gluten.
Bread
Pizza
Chips
Beer
Sweets
Cereals
Flavoured milk
While you may be tempted by the mouth-watering aromas, dont make the mistake of thinking what the heck! and gorging, only to feel sick later. Its unhealthy for your body and with all the delicious gluten-free alternatives, its simply unnecessary.
Common foods that come in gluten-free form
While up until recently the small gluten-free section of the supermarket was your only choice for shopping, these days you can find entire stores devoted completely to gluten free products. For example, Celiac Supplies in Brisbane (it was also the first of its kind in Australia) offers a massive range of gluten-free products including:
Bread
Biscuits and crackers
Pastries
Confectionary
Sauces and marinades
Foods and drinks that are naturally gluten-free
Meanwhile, there are also lots of foods that naturally dont contain the gluten ingredient, and theyre just as tasty. If youre looking to save money and dont want to have to purchase special gluten free products, try to incorporate the following items into your diet:
Fruit
Plain rice
Eggs
Nuts and seeds
Vegetables
Plain milk
Soy
Water
Tea
Coffee
As you can see, having celiac disease does not mean you have to suffer with a plain, simple and uninteresting diet. There are lots of alternatives out there for you to choose from! So avoid the foods with gluten and seek out those delicious and healthy options that are available in places like Celiac Supplies.
