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Reasons to celebrate being gluten free
I'd like to start a list of what we enjoy most about being gluten free, after all it's not all bad!
1-I can choose & create my own meals at most social gatherings
2-I feel so much better!
3-I can no longer eat holiday dishes that I didn't like (but ate to be polite), after all they'll make me sick ;)
4-I've discovered tasty new foods that I otherwise may not have tried
Share your top reasons to celebrate being gluten free, who knows it might brighten someones day!
1-I can choose & create my own meals at most social gatherings
2-I feel so much better!
3-I can no longer eat holiday dishes that I didn't like (but ate to be polite), after all they'll make me sick ;)
4-I've discovered tasty new foods that I otherwise may not have tried
Share your top reasons to celebrate being gluten free, who knows it might brighten someones day!
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Permalink Reply by Nancy Morgan on
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1. I truly enjoy the food that I eat now. We've come a long way together and know each other well by the time I put it in my mouth. Before, it was mindless.
2. I had no idea there were so many different foods out there, just waiting to be enjoyed.
3. I rarely go to the doctor's anymore.
4. I had no idea how inventive I could be.
5. I feel a kinship with others that share my story.
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Permalink Reply by Brian D Smith on -
I agree with all of the reasons Denis posted on celebrating being gluten-free. I also would add my favorite reasons:
1) it gives me motivation and enthusiasm to cook wonderful meals for myself that I never thought I could do
2) it also has caused me to be more persistent that I deserve what anyone else can have, and will find the alternative to make it happen!
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Permalink Reply by Amanda Conley on -
I agree with all of the above. I also am reveling in the fact that I am finally, at the age of 39, being brave and trying new, and glorious foods!
Being GF has opened my eyes and in the process I have met, both in person and online, a wonderful array of people and it has been a blessing!
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Permalink Reply by Jayne Aston on -
My list is fairly simple:
1. I really like not being in pain and bloated and constantly running to the washroom (And I don't miss the DH)
2. I got into blogging for the first time so I could help others with CD and I am loving it.
3. I have met some wonderful new friends! (Here and through my blog and on Facebook)
and last but certainly not least, I have been able to buy all the little kitchen gadgets and appliances that I would have felt guilty buying before! (After all, if I have to make all my own food, I need the right equipment)
I like your discussion Denis!! We should try to focus on the positive.
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Permalink Reply by Betty Harris on -
I agree with everything said so far and would like to add a few more.
1. My hair is growing faster, like a normal person.
2. The dark circles under my eyes are diminishing.
3. I no longer look pregnant all the time.
4. I feel somewhat empowered over my own health care.
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Permalink Reply by sonia Gluten Free on -
Dear friend.
I love finding people found positive like you.
My greatest joy is to see my grandchildren grow up as healthy, happy and contented since diagnosis .:-)))
Although celiac see in many countries with serious problems because they have no gluten-free foods or laws to protect them.
I'm not celiac, but the diagnosis of my granddaughter, I use my work to spread and claim this chronic disease.
sonia fondly kissed a girl celiac grandmother
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Permalink Reply by Olinda on -
1) I feel soooo much better.
2) I went from 157 lbs to 127 and look great.
3) I have found my creative genius when cooking.
4) I make great fresh bread that my neighbors whine about because they don't get any. I have offered and they have partaken but feel guilty taking my bread away. They always say...something sure smells good!!
5) Everyone at work waits to see just what I will bring next. So I am a phenom.
6) Everyone leaves my food alone telling each other ...don't eat that! It's Oli's! Even though they want it.
7) I have created Oli's sauce go to www.OlisProducts.com
8) I have created a practically guilt free pudding made with of all things...buckwheat. Yummo
9) People ask me questions that I can actually answer intelligently about the GF diet.
10) I love all the creativity out there just waiting to be discovered.
PS. I need a good Fig Newton recipe. I looked at Elana's Pantry but some of her ingredients are way too expensive for me. Got ONE?
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Permalink Reply by Cocoa Bean on -
Great topic! Some days I really do think that CD is a blessing because...
1. I get out of going to lunch with coworkers/my boss every day since "I can't eat out" and I only have to go when I really want to and we go where I want to go (not fast food!)
2. Likewise, I get out of unnecessary business trips.
3. When I do travel I get to stay in nicer hotels since I need a kitchen and I get a rental car so I can go shopping when I get there, no more flea bag motels and stinky cab/shuttle rides!
4. gf food is so much yummier! I love gf snickerdoodles and vanilla cakes so much more than wheat flour ones
5. It simplified my life - I only eat whole foods, no more debates over junk food.
6. I know who my real friends are because they don't make me feel embarassed or awkward about all the things I have to do to stay gf and help me out even!
7. I've met so many wonderful gf people that I wouldn't have otherwise. They are the real blessings!
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Permalink Reply by Melanie Oberg on -
I know longer have to pretend to eat the potluck food at work---mainly from the very unclean girl in my department :)
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Permalink Reply by Jessie Block on -
1. Being able to try new GF foods from new companies, especially bakeries :)
2. Getting to come up with creative recipes for my GF boyfriend and myself
3. Meeting all the people just like me on Gluten-Free Faces!!
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Permalink Reply by luce on
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I couldn't agree more with everyone else's posts! It's grand to have a positive outlook on this!
When I've been GF longer I know I will have more reasons to be positive, but in addition to others, my personal excitements are:
1) I rediscovered my self-confidence from never cheating, researching and educating myself more and more, being capable of educating others when they're curious, being more creative in every outlet, gaining more respect for myself and therefore gaining more respect from others.
2) Discovering my strength in being GF I was capable to make the leap into Veganism and felt a huge guilt I had been harboring (of my own) released. Now I feel like I am actively helping myself, animals, others and the planet and that has made me incredibly joyous. I don't think I would've ever made the huge change if I hadn't been researching so much for my health upon learning of my Celiac diagnosis.
3) Finding comradery with fellow celiacs through sites like this, has opened my eyes even more to the beauty of diversity in individuals.
4) Gaining excitement to learn more and the spirit to want to raise awareness and fight for better conditions for Celiacs.
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Permalink Reply by Theresa Corbett on -
I agree totally with all the healthier eating and all, but on the humorous side - when I go to a dinner function and there is something really "strange" being served - I can simply reply - " I only eat Gluten Free, sorry I can't have it!" My friends are totally envious! Just wanted to add some humor! It is so incredibly easy to eat Gluten Free now - when my sister and I were diagnosed 7yrs ago... ugh. Now, it's amazing and wonderful!
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