Naturally gluten-free food
Going gluten-free can be a big change. The biggest worry at the start is learning what food contains gluten and what doesn't.
There are some foods that are naturally gluten-free, knowing these will help make the adjustment to living gluten-free a bit easier.
Fruit and vegetables
They can go with every meal, they are a good safe starting point for building what you know is safe to eat.
Meat and poultry
Again another simple safe food. However be careful when they are covered in sauces as they may contain gluten.
Fish and seafood
Like meat and poultry you need to be careful when they are covered in toppings and sauces.
Dairy
But make sure you read the labels to check for any gluten additives.
Beans and legumes
These maybe something that you don't currently use, but they are a great additional food you can adapt into your cooking.
Nuts
And nut flours, which are a great alternative when baking.
Rice
Rice can go with nearly any meal, and rice flours, another alternative to use when baking.
Potatoes
You can't really go wrong with the humble potato. They are perfect for meals and are a great starting point for homemade snacks. Check out our recipes for different jacket potato fillings.
Eggs
Omletes, fried eggs, poached eggs, scrambled eggs, are just a few of the ways eggs can be cooked. They are also very useful in gluten-free baking, check out our recipe for peanut butter cookies.
Seeds
These can make a great snake, and there are so many different types of seeds to choose from.
