By all accounts both celiac disease and gluten intolerance are being diagnosed much more widely and we’ve been receiving a lot of questions from our customers about what foods do or don’t contain gluten.
A gluten-free diet excludes the protein gluten, often found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye. A gluten-free diet helps people with celiac disease control their signs, symptoms and prevent complications.
Reducing or eliminating gluten from your diet has been shown to improve cholesterol, promote digestive health and increase energy levels in those with an intolerance or allergy.
If you’re considering a gluten-free diet, or suspect you may have an intolerance, health experts suggest selecting more fruits, vegetables, lean meat and naturally gluten free grains like quinoa. Consult a dietitian who can answer your questions and offer advice about how to avoid gluten while still eating a healthy, balanced diet.
Whether you have an intolerance or not, one benefit we can agree on is that it’s caused people to pay more attention to what they’re eating and we’re all for thoughtful foodies!
Here’s a list of healthy & delicious foods that are naturally gluten-free:
- Beans, seeds, nuts in their natural, unprocessed form
- Fresh eggs
- Fresh meats, fish and poultry
- Fresh fruits and vegetable
- Many dairy products
- Flax
- Rice, soy, corn, potato and bean flours
- Quinoa
- Rice
Ask a member of the Rubicon staff what menu items are or can be modified to be gluten-free.
Gluten free pesto kale walnut veggie mix goddess dressing and avocado lunch handcrafted by the new age master himself, Oliver Lang.
