Felinegood

I was diagnosed with coeliac in April 2023, I had been losing weight, was feeling tired , had a bloated stomach and cramps, especially after eating bread and pasta. I was also anaemic. since been on a gluten-free diet for the past eight weeks, I feel a lot better. I am happy to cook my own meals as I find eating out confusing.

[Penel]

Hello Felinegood

Glad to hear you are starting to feel better now you are on a gluten free diet.

Once you have got used to things you may be able to start eating out, restaurants have got much better at providing gluten free foods. Good luck.

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Thank you Penel , I’m coping well at the minute cooking fresh meals at home. Need to get my head round eating out ,but getting plenty of tips from helpful people on this site.👍

[Whydothis]

Isn't it amazing how a few weeks on the diet makes it all start to go away!

I agree - cooking at home is the easiest way, and after 4 years I still feel happiest with my own cooking. However, as Penel says, you will gradually get more confidence about where you feel safe to eat out. It isn't easy, but you get used to asking the right questions!