Gluten-Free / Paleo Diet

[Spur|n|Austin]

Anybody here on a Gluten Free or Paleo diet?

I'm thinking about taking the plunge, mainly to maintain a healthier life, and I hear the benefits are great too. It'll be sad to say goodbye to the beer and bread, but besides that I don't think there's too much more I'll miss. I'm just curious if anyone has a specific regimen or menu they stick to, recipes for tasty meals, or just any success stories. Thanks!

[johnsmith]

Anybody here on a Gluten Free or Paleo diet?

I'm thinking about taking the plunge, mainly to maintain a healthier life, and I hear the benefits are great too. It'll be sad to say goodbye to the beer and bread, but besides that I don't think there's too much more I'll miss. I'm just curious if anyone has a specific regimen or menu they stick to, recipes for tasty meals, or just any success stories. Thanks!

The wife and I started it a few weeks ago...after about a week, I had never felt better in my entire life. We've cheated a couple times but for the most part, it's pretty easy after you get the hang of it. It certainly is more expensive and involves more trips to the grocery store because everything has to be fresh, but other than that it's no big deal.

Also, Coconut oil turned out to be really fucking good.

[johnsmith]

Also, get the "nom nom paleo" app. It's a five dollar app but there are a lot of good recipes an it sort of teaches you how to go about cooking paleo.

And go to whole foods and buy some "ghee". You'll thank me later.

[xmas1997]

Never thought about this, but may give it a try.
What's the best site to find out about it?

[johnsmith]

Never thought about this, but may give it a try.
What's the best site to find out about it?

Just google it. There is a ton of info an books out there on it. It's very worth it IMO and makes sense when you think about it.

It's also pretty easy to stick too.

[Spur|n|Austin]

The wife and I started it a few weeks ago...after about a week, I had never felt better in my entire life. We've cheated a couple times but for the most part, it's pretty easy after you get the hang of it. It certainly is more expensive and involves more trips to the grocery store because everything has to be fresh, but other than that it's no big deal.

Also, Coconut oil turned out to be really fucking good.


Also, get the "nom nom paleo" app. It's a five dollar app but there are a lot of good recipes an it sort of teaches you how to go about cooking paleo.

And go to whole foods and buy some "ghee". You'll thank me later.

Thanks for the solid info; got me even more excited to start feeling the changes. How are your energy levels? That's something I'm struggling with the most.

[johnsmith]

Thanks for the solid info; got me even more excited to start feeling the changes. How are your energy levels? That's something I'm struggling with the most.

I don't know if that's changed much because I've always worked out anyway and that didn't change. The biggest difference was noticed like I said within the first week....I'd wake up and I felt completely different than I used too. I just felt "good" the moment I got out of bed, it was kind of shocking.

[Spur|n|Austin]

I don't know if that's changed much because I've always worked out anyway and that didn't change. The biggest difference was noticed like I said within the first week....I'd wake up and I felt completely different than I used too. I just felt "good" the moment I got out of bed, it was kind of shocking.

That sounds terrific, we're starting this evening.

[cantthinkofanything]

True story here. I've had arthritis since I was 25. Whenever I go on a strict diet and avoid gluten and most sugar, it goes away completely.

[Spur|n|Austin]

True story here. I've had arthritis since I was 25. Whenever I go on a strict diet and avoid gluten and most sugar, it goes away completely.

It's crazy that removal of gluten has so many positive effects on people. I've heard nothing but success stories from people who've ditched it.

[Katherine Robinson]

It's crazy that removal of gluten has so many positive effects on people. I've heard nothing but success stories from people who've ditched it.

Gluten sensitivity is a large problem in the world today as many don't know it is the cause to some health problems they endure, especially joint and muscle pain. If one suffers from joint and muscle pain, they should consider giving up products containing gluten for a few months to see if they have sensitivity to it.

[xmas1997]

Just google it. There is a ton of info an books out there on it. It's very worth it IMO and makes sense when you think about it.

It's also pretty easy to stick too.

Thanks, johnsmith, I will.
Unlike you to be so civil toward me though. I would have expected an antagonistic comment.
Thanks again.

[GoodOdor]

I eat a bagel for breakfast 5 days of the week, on the weekend I'll eat and omelet, but even then I have to have a slice of cheese
with some cream cheese on it.

I also eat a sandwich for lunch quite often, not to mention I love rice.

I just don't see how I can give this all up:depressed

[cantthinkofanything]

Gluten sensitivity is a large problem in the world today as many don't know it is the cause to some health problems they endure, especially joint and muscle pain. If one suffers from joint and muscle pain, they should consider giving up products containing gluten for a few months to see if they have sensitivity to it.

true that. the only thing I hate is now every company is advertising their product as "gluten free". I guess I understand it but I don't need a label to tell me that my bottled water is gluten free.
Anyway, for KR, I think once you get off of it for a while, you're OK to have a gluten product here and there.

Unless you're super sensitive, you should be able to have the occasional gluten product here and there.

[Spur|n|Austin]

This article is great, and super insightful:

http://experiencelife.com/article/gluten-the-whole-story/

[leemajors]

The wife and I started it a few weeks ago...after about a week, I had never felt better in my entire life. We've cheated a couple times but for the most part, it's pretty easy after you get the hang of it. It certainly is more expensive and involves more trips to the grocery store because everything has to be fresh, but other than that it's no big deal.

Also, Coconut oil turned out to be really fucking good.

mashed potatoes with coconut oil instead of butter are great.

[cantthinkofanything]

mashed potatoes with coconut oil instead of butter are great.

Coconut is not good for anyone. Neither are mashed potatoes. I've been going with sweet potatoes.

[leemajors]

I'm never going gluten free because gluten free beer is disgusting.

[Spur|n|Austin]

I'm never going gluten free because gluten free beer is disgusting.

This is the hardest part for me, sadly. You can always stick to Stongbow Cider!

Personally; I think I'll just move to vodka drinks..

[leemajors]

This is the hardest part for me, sadly. You can always stick to Stongbow Cider!

Personally; I think I'll just move to vodka drinks..

you'd have to stick to potato vodka.

[Spur|n|Austin]

you'd have to stick to potato vodka.

I thought all distilled liquors were gluten free?

EDIT:

Q: Even though most vodkas are in fact distilled from grain rather than the much thought potato, are they still all gluten-free?

A: (Scott Adams): Yes, distillation removes all prolamines so distilled spirits are considered safe.

[xmas1997]

Mashed potatoes are bad for you now?
Whats next, water?

[leemajors]

I thought all distilled liquors were gluten free?

Depends on how many times it is distilled I guess, but I am not sure.

[Spur|n|Austin]

Depends on how many times it is distilled I guess, but I am not sure.

As I read further along, I'm seeing more and more "stick to potato/grape vodkas", so good looking out.

[cantthinkofanything]

Depends on how many times it is distilled I guess, but I am not sure.

I only drink gluten free water.

[xmas1997]

I only drink free water.

[johnsmith]

This is the hardest part for me, sadly. You can always stick to Stongbow Cider!

Personally; I think I'll just move to vodka drinks..

My cheat days have revolved around beer this far...I can't eliminate that from my life completely...if I tried, I'd just be lying to myself.

[johnsmith]

Also, if you have any weight to lose, you will while on this diet.

[xmas1997]

There is always weight to lose.

[CuckingFunt]

A slice of cheese with cream cheese on it?

[The Gemini Method]

Had this Gluten-Free Coconut White Chocolate Macadamia nut cookie from Coolhaus the other day and it was all kinds of goodness vs. weird texture...

[Spur|n|Austin]

The wife and I started it a few weeks ago...after about a week, I had never felt better in my entire life. We've cheated a couple times but for the most part, it's pretty easy after you get the hang of it. It certainly is more expensive and involves more trips to the grocery store because everything has to be fresh, but other than that it's no big deal.

Also, Coconut oil turned out to be really fucking good.

We've been going strong for about 2 weeks now and I've felt great, until today..

I cheated and had a full blown Mexican meal today for lunch, and now feel like complete utter shit back at the office..

I've gotta say, the cutting of beer has done wonders.. I don't have much weight to lose, but I just feel completely rejuvenated every morning and much less bloated.

Oh, and yes. Coconut oil is really fucking good, you're correct.

[lmbebo]

Brother has done the pale diet for 3 years now, he feels 1000% better than he used to (other issues).

I tried the paleo diet 2 years ago, felt great eating. But was hard to maintain it during lunch, it is more expensive and I like bread/pasta too much to just give it up ...

[ashbeeigh]

Is anyone still doing this? I did a Whole 30 before Thanksgiving and lost a good 15 pounds and had a taco the day I finished and felt horrible after, so I'm sticking to paleo stuff to not get sick again. Any good recipes that y'all have done/had? How about eating out (I am just so bored I decided to pop in to the Club).