Gluten Free Diets

Stopping gluten consumption is not the end of the world; you just need to understand the different alternatives of this drastic diet. Receiving a diagnosis that states you are celiac or, in other words, that you cannot consume gluten is life-changing news. It can certainly be an overwhelming experience, and it is essential to have a strategic plan upon receiving such news.     Many people become frustrated with the idea of never eating gluten again since it is a primary component of basic ingredients in our diet. Flours and wheat lead to bread, pasta, cereals, and other products that cause dysfunction in the small intestine of those suffering from these ailments. Like everything in life, there is a silver lining, and that is that following this diet with caution can lead to a healthy and light diet. The first thing to understand is that one cannot self-prescribe upon learning they are allergic to gluten. The dietary change is dramatic and should be approached carefully. The following are guidelines that, while they should be consulted with a doctor, can be taken as starting points for living with this condition. This is a list of products that contain gluten and should be avoided: breads, croutons, pastas, processed meats, concentrated broths and soups, breaded items, dressings, marinated products, starch, etc. On the other hand, these are safe ingredients for a gluten-free diet: rice, corn, soy, potatoes, tapioca, eggs, fruit, sugar, oils, honey, butter, quinoa, amaranth, wine, etc.   Gluten-Free Recipes Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake Recipe Ingredients: - 150 grams of dark chocolate - 140 grams of butter - 50 grams of powdered sugar - 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract - 1 pinch of salt - 6 egg yolks - 6 egg whites - 140 grams of almond flour - 30 milliliters of water for the filling - 180 grams of chocolate coating for the filling - 250 milliliters of whipping cream for the filling - 150 grams of chocolate to coat the cake - 150 grams of whipping cream to coat the cake - 2 egg whites for the macarons - 1 tablespoon of sugar for the macarons - 150 grams of powdered sugar for the macarons - 80 grams of almond flour for the macarons If you want to know the procedure for this recipe click here.   Scrambled Eggs Recipe Ingredients: - 8 eggs - 1 package of cream cheese - 1 tablespoon of butter - pepper If you want to see the steps to prepare this recipe click here.   Fish with Creamy Leek Sauce Recipe Ingredients: - 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter - 1/2 cup of leeks, only the white and light green parts, cut into 1 cm pieces. - 1/3 cup of dry white wine - 1/3 cup of cream - 2 tablespoons of finely chopped chives - 1/4 cup of chicken broth - 1 tablespoon of olive oil - 4 fillets of white fish like sea bass with skin To see the steps for this recipe click here.   Currently, European and Latin American food legislation requires that food labels specify composition when they may contain any gluten component. Therefore, the best advice is not to buy unpackaged foods that do not guarantee gluten-free status. Similarly, when dining in restaurants, it is essential to identify those you can trust when you ask about the origin of their ingredients. The good news is that more and more supermarkets are focusing on opening gluten-free sections where everything displayed is safe for those in need. What needs to be left behind is the perception that a gluten-free lifestyle equates to a strict, tasteless diet with no options. The reality is that this diet does not have to be restrictive or torturous; many gluten-free foods are enjoyed by the masses; you just need to be careful and stay aware of what could cause an unfortunate surprise.   To find more gluten-free recipes click here.   Did you know which foods contain gluten?