I did it, I completed 46 days sans gluten! I write this blog after eating pizza, my celebration gluten food choice. I have also decided to continue without gluten in my diet, I honestly didn't really even miss it. The reason for the pizza splurge was just to see whether or not I notice any reactions after eating it. So far so good, but reactions can show up even 72 hours after the consumption of an allergic food. Symptoms can be in multiple forms; brain fog, bloating, digestive issues, rash, swollen joints, etc. During the 46 days without gluten, I didn't really notice any difference, even though I figured I would. No weight loss, no reduction of swelling in my fingers, and the red marks on my neck still showed up periodically. So why am I deciding to continue on with this gluten-free diet? Why not? On my journey to become the healthiest I can be and helping others with their own journey, I figure I should practice what I preach. Gluten is not like it use to be, and it's definitely something that I don't need to have in my diet. So although the pizza that I ate was delicious, I'm sure I'll be fine with out it. On the upside there are a growing number of gluten-free pizza places popping up, so I will still be able to get my pizza fix when I need it. Or you can always make your own at home to ensure that there is no contamination. Here is a website for gluten-free pizza crust recipes.
Happy Easter!
Pura Vida!
Alica Ryan, NTP
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