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Living gluten-free doesn’t have to feel like you’re always searching for gluten-free alternatives. There are real foods that are naturally gluten-free, that can be perfect as your go-to food choices. Remember to properly read food labels so you wouldn’t worry about accidentally ingesting gluten.
Eating naturally gluten-free food minimizes gluten-contamination, and most of it is fairly healthy, so it’s a win-win! Here are some naturally gluten-free foods to add to your shopping cart.
List of Naturally Gluten-Free Foods
Dairy Products (Cheese, Milk, Cream, Yogurt, and Butter)
Most dairy products are naturally gluten-free. However, those that are flavored and contain additives should always be double-checked for gluten (Source: Healthline). Some common gluten-containing ingredients that may be added to dairy products include thickeners, malt, and modified food starch.
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Proteins (Red Meat, Poultry, and Seafoods)
You can indulge in your favorite meats and seafood without the guilt of eating gluten since they are naturally gluten-free. However, you have to be careful when cooking these proteins to make sure that all the ingredients you will add are also gluten-free.
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Fruits and Vegetables
Fresh fruits and vegetables are all naturally gluten-free. Keep in mind to always stick with the fresh ones so you won’t worry about gluten-containing ingredients used to thicken and flavor processed foods and vegetables.
Beverages (Water, 100% Fruit Juice, Coffee, Tea, and Lemonade)
Fresh fruit juices (any fruit), brewed coffee, and natural tea are naturally gluten-free beverages options you can enjoy. There are also some alcoholic beverages, including wine, hard ciders, and beers made from gluten-free grains, such as buckwheat or sorghum, you can drink without worrying about gluten contamination.
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Whole Grains
One thing most people are not aware of is that while some whole grains contain gluten, there are many that do not.
Here is a list of some gluten-free whole grains:
- Quinoa
- Brown rice
- Wild rice
- Buckwheat
- Sorghum
- Tapioca
- Millet
- Amaranth
- Teff
- Arrowroot
- Oats
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It’s essential to double-check food labels when purchasing whole grains. Even gluten-free whole grains can be contaminated with gluten, mainly if they are processed in the same facility as gluten-containing foods.
For example, oats are often processed in facilities that also process wheat, which can lead to cross-contamination. For this reason, you should confirm that the oats you purchase are certified gluten-free.
After reading up the list, you’ll find out that most healthy foods are naturally gluten-free, so even if you are living gluten-free, you don’t have to worry about not eating healthy foods. You can still have a well-balanced diet and take good care of your health.
