Going Gluten Free: The Top Food Swaps
Gluten, the protein component found in grains such as wheat, rye and barley, is a known trigger for bloating, gas and other indigestion symptoms. Affecting up to 70% of Americans, gluten is also highly correlated with brain fog, fatigue, joint pain and inflammation. In fact, it’s one of the 5 foods that I often recommend clients eliminate from their diet.
Whether you’re just embarking on a gluten-free diet or have been at it for a while, most of the gluten-free products on the market are complete junk. Containing minimal (real food) ingredients, the swaps below will help satisfy your glutenous cravings in a way that you’ll hardly miss it!
Canyon Bakehouse Bread - gluten-free bread is often very crumbly, dry and cardboard-like. Canyon Bakehouse’s Heritage Style whole grain bread is de-licious–and the closest I’ve found (in taste and texture) to the real deal.
Banza Pasta - made from chickpeas, Banza pasta contains 5g fiber and 13g protein per serving–that’s pretty impressive! Plus, it comes in everything from spaghetti to cavatappi. User Note: avoid overcooking as it will quickly turn to mush.
Siete Tortillas - available in varieties such as cassava, almond and chickpea, Siete tortillas are free from gluten, dairy soy, GMOs and grains, and made with 8 ingredients or less (including apple cider vinegar, sea salt and water!). Why I love them: they actually hold up! No cracked, halfway falling apart wraps with these guys…
Mary’s Gone Crackers - providing the perfect amount of crunch, Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed varieties are incredibly satisfying. Made with whole grains (brown rice and quinoa), seeds and herbs, 12 of these nut and gluten -free crackers provides an impressive 5g of plant-based protein.
Purely Elizabeth Granola - gluten-free oats combine with coconut oil (a great source of metabolism-boosting MCTs!), nuts, seeds, spices, and a touch of coconut sugar (the lowest glycemic natural sugar) for a healthier cereal option that’s great atop homemade coconut yogurt! Most flavors contain 7g sugar or less per 1/3 cup, but if you’re going low-carb, check out their keto (and grain-free) varieties–only 7g net carbs and 5g sugar per serving!
If you’re struggling with your weight, digestive issues, autoimmunity, aches, pain, brain fog and/or fatigue, a gluten-free diet is worth exploring. And although these products can help you make the transition, truly the best way to go gluten-free is to eat real food (that has no food label to navigate). Learn more about the gluten-free approach by watching THIS video.
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