When planning a trip, packing is one of the biggest concerns
for many. However, if you are gluten free, it may not be the clothes you are so
worried about. In fact, you may be more concerned about how to stick to your eating habits away
from home. The good news is that it is easier than ever to have a stress-free
vacation and remain gluten free. Some tips that will help you do that are
highlighted here.
Create a Snack Pack
Having a gluten free snack pack on hand is a good idea, even
if you are just going to the grocery store. You can pack baggies with a number
of non-perishable items such as energy bars, crackers, nuts, dried fruit,
seeds, nut butter, gluten free cereal and tea bags. When you are the road or
get to the airport you can supplement these items with water, yogurt, hummus,
cheese, veggies and fruit. Not only will this help you have something to snack
on when the urge strikes, it will also minimize the chances of you getting
something with gluten in it if you are on the go.
Use Social Media
Are you planning to travel to a new state or even a new
country? If so, it may be difficult to determine which restaurants are gluten
free. Also, using your dinner gluten free recipes may not be an option if you
are staying in a hotel. This is one of those times that social media can be
invaluable. Use social media to ask others for suggestions of gluten free
eating spots for your destination. There is a good chance you will receive more
than a few responses and you can do a bit more research prior to leaving to
ensure these are good options. This can result in great options and reduce the
stress of “where to eat” each night.
Do Some Research
Ahead of Time
Not every town may be “enlightened”
as the one you live in. This means that you need to do a bit of research prior
to heading out to find out about any eating options available in the area that
cater to allergy-sensitive or gluten free eating habits. This will pay off in
the long run and minimize the chance you will have to sit around wondering
where to go to grab a bite to eat while you are on vacation.
Taking the time to plan ahead will
definitely pay off when it comes to traveling while sticking to a gluten free
diet.
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