Beginners source of help

You are NOT alone.  Gluten Free living is not as uncommon as a beginner may think.  Finding the right sources for you is the key to successful diet overhaul.

"Well, I'm gluten-free, now what?!!"  No more Saturday morning biscuit and gravy, most processed foods contain wheat protein, even Metamucil, which is good for lowering cholesterol, is wheat based, no chicken and dumplings for Thanksgiving, What do I do?

Back to the internet I went.  Thankfully, I found three sources that really helped me get the ball rolling.  (I mentioned to my sister today, "what did we do without the internet when we were growing up?")


Karina's Kitchen - Recipes from a Gluten-Free Goddess

GFG was something I lucked up on while piddling on Facebook.  She is not a beginner, and her Facebook, and website are chock full of information, so much so, I was overwhelmed.  I just kind of backed off and picked a few things to study, and learn at first.  I'm still learning too.  Sharing my story of the beginning hopefully will help you begin your Gluten-Free lifestyle.

Karina actually has a blog at glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com.  Please check out her website for a wide variety of wonderfully diverse information.  As time goes on, you can process more of her information.  She's kind of my "Gluten-Free Encyclopedia" and the "Potentate" of all things gluten free.

Peter Osborne

This glutenologist is also on Facebook.  He has a wide variety of articles, and information on the science of gluten intolerance, and other gluten issues. He is based in Sugarland, Texas.  Many people left testimonials on his website and facebook about how gluten free living has made a difference in their lives.  And, his practice provides practical application through events and services.

Living Without

This magazine has been a great inspiration to me.  Although online information is abundant, just having a magazine to sit with, hold onto, and read makes me calm.  I eagerly look forward to my new issues, and back issues can be ordered from the living without website, www.livingwithout,com. If you prefer online magazines, you can subscribe online as well.

Other Sources

There are a numerous sources to choose from, but these were the first ones that made sense for me during that difficult transition.  Also, there are exceptionally good prepared foods on the market, at a bit of additional expense, to get you through until you learn to prepare homemade gluten free foods.

Finding gluten free foods in some areas can be almost impossible.  Amazon.com is a great place to search for and order many gluten free foods.  And, this can be a money saver as well because the product price is a bit lower.  Adding low to no cost shipping saves even more money.

Cooking gluten free was tricky at first because you have to learn that cooking without gluten is very different than cooking with wheat flour.  But, as time goes by, it gets easier, so press forward, and seek out help from your favorite sources.

So, good luck to you as you begin your journey.

PS:  Metamucil, although wheat based, is said to be safe for gluten intolerant individuals as the husk is used for fiber and does not contain the wheat protein responsible for gluten issues.  If you find out otherwise, please revisit this post and let me know.  Thanks!

Coming next: My favorite foods, personal recipes, and tips for successful gluten free living.