Good News for Recently Diagnosed Gluten-Free Newbies!
Gluten
has become a major stable in the majority of American diets. Dairy
and meat products are the only major food commodities American eat
more than flour products. In 2009, the average American consumed 607
pounds of dairy and and 437 pounds of meat, fish, eggs and poultry.
Flour product consumption for that same year was 194 pounds.
(according to the U.S. Census Bureau, Statistical Abstract of the
United States: 2012 ). That is a 34% increase in flour product
consumption from 1980.
Is it any wonder that
individuals with gluten sensitivity have a bit of shock when they
find out they can no longer eat any wheat, rye, barley, malt or oats
? Wheat flour is an increasing staple of the American diet. We've
grown to love cereal for breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, and rolls
and butter at dinner. It can seem like a swift kick to the gut to say
goodbye to grandmother's cookies or your favorite waffles. At Kay'sNaturals, we empathize with you. We've compiled the best way to get
over the gluten-free blues and embrace the new (and better!) diet
that will have you feeling stronger and more alive in no time.
Tip #1: Research, research,
research.
At first it may seem impossible
to maintain your normal lifestyle if you cannot eat gluten. You may
think you can't have a normal lunch with your friends, enjoy
Christmas desserts, or go on a stress-free vacation. NONE of this is
true. Researching gluten substitutes will show you a whole new world
of options, including some of the best brownies you've ever tasted!
Buy a cookbook, find stores with wheat-flour substitutes, and keep
your eyes peeled for gluten-free labels. We suggest doing an Internet
search for restaurants with gluten-free options. The abundance of
gluten-free options will surprise and delight you.
Tip #2 Find a team to rally
around.
Engage other gluten-free
individuals and take notes. They'll have tried and true ways to
adjust to the new lifestyle. Join a support group, in person or
online to vent frustrations, find inspiration, and get convenient
tips.
Tip #3 No excuses for
cheating.
Lets be honest, at first dumping
the wheat habit will seem like a sour break up. Be firm and clear
about your goals from day 1. Your new diet is to make you healthier
and feel better. The sooner you cut the cord with gluten the
easier it will be and the better you will feel. This will require a
positive “I can do it!” attitude. Ask your family and friends to
be your personal cheerleaders. Also remember, with time the
attachment to gluten will become easier. New habits are formed in a
month. So stick with your new lifestyle fast and true for a month
(while bring patient with yourself if you make mistakes), and
suddenly you won't even think of being gluten-free as a burden or a
chore. It will be the most obvious and easiest choice you can make.
Tip #4: Find what works for
you
After
a few weeks of research, taste testing, finding people to support
you, and forming gluten-free habits, you will know what works best
for you and eating will be simple again. For many gluten-free eaters
having easy on-the-go options are important when gluten-free options
are not readily accessible. It's also important to eat what tastes
good
and feels good to
the body. That is the goal of Kay's Naturals products. We're a
certified gluten-free facility so you will never have to worry about
cross-contamination. With our all-natural ingredients, high protein
and low sugar levels; we're the best on-the-go snack on the market.
Do yourself a favor and buy a sample pack to find out what product
you enjoy the most. To shop online click here.
Tip #5: Get a welcome package
for yourself!
Start
your gluten-free life on the right track with a heartwarming and mind
informing welcome package by signing up here:
www.cureceliacdisease.org/living-with-celiac/care-packages
We warmly
welcome you to contact Kay's Naturals, Inc. with any questions or
concerns. We wish everyone happy eating and gluten-free living!
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