Gluten Free Diet Plans

Adapting to a gluten-free diet is tough. Suddenly, you cannot eat your favorite muffins or that yummy Campbell's soup. Luckily, there are so many whole, natural foods that you can eat on the gluten-free plan that, in time, you may not even miss those old favorites. Here are some basic recommendations for your three meals.

Breakfast

Many people eat cereal for breakfast; luckily, there are many classics that are gluten-free, so this is one tradition you can continue. Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Cinnamon Chex and Strawberry Chex are all gluten-free. Your grocery store may even have a section with just gluten-free cereals. Most breakfast bars are a no-no, but Larabars are a gluten-free alternative for cereal bar fans. If you crave hot breakfast items, eggs, sausage, bacon, veggie omelets and ham are all safe.

Lunch

Lunch is tough because it commonly consists of sandwiches, and that means using bread which contains gluten. Here are some alternatives to the classic sandwich. Try making a salad with your favorite greens, baked chicken and some homemade dressing. Many store-bought dressings contain gluten, so stay away from those. Another great idea is a dish made with rice. Stir fry some rice and veggies, top it off with soy sauce and pack it in your lunch box for a microwaveable, hot meal.

Dinner

Meat and potatoes are gluten-free and delicious as ever when paired with a nice, fresh veggie. You can also eat most stews, soups and rice dishes. Dinner is the easiest meal to cook gluten-free, and you have many options.

Eating a gluten-free diet is not impossible and can actually prove quite delicious once you adapt. Follow these meal tips and explore new dishes of your own. Look at this as a new culinary adventure, and you are sure to have a great time.

Meat and potatoes are gluten-free and delicious as ever

by Jessica Miller, Food & Grocery writer