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The Gluten Free Cheat Sheet book is a good start for the #gf newbie in your life.

July 10, 2015 1 Comment
The Gluten Free Cheat Sheet book by April Peveteaux (c)nwafoodie AD

I’ve been intermittently reading The Gluten Free Cheat Sheet ever since Perigee Books, Penguin Random House sent me a pre-release copy a few weeks ago. This newest book from gluten-free lifestyle blogger, April Peveteaux, hit the stores on Tuesday of this week. While my true intention was to quickly skim-read to get the highlights, I am finding myself taking the time to let it all sink in.

April’s light-hearted yet expert approach is completely engaging. After receiving a celiac diagnosis in 2011, April started her gluten free blog to share her journey, encourage others, and sometimes rant about “the ridiculousness of having a disease that is activated by a sandwich.”

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with celiac disease?

A gluten sensitivity?

Perhaps you are suspecting a wheat allergy?

Have wanted to invite someone who is gluten-free over for dinner but are not sure what the “do’s and don’ts” are?

Have a co-working or church member that is gluten-free and want ideas?

Practicing a Paleo lifestyle?

Or, maybe you have just discovered that you feel better and have decided to try this gluten-free lifestyle out.

The book will help you navigate the switch to gluten-free, including how to shape up your pantry, discover foods that will make you feel like you aren’t missing out, and provide a primer on gluten-free baking secrets.

While I am personally no longer gluten-free or dairy-free ever since my doctor figured out I was only deficient in amino and linoleic acids that break down proteins, my husband and I mostly live a gluten-free life. I discovered that my taste buds retrained themselves and, well, I don’t miss it. What a surprise to realize that!

I asked April what was the most surprising thing she learned from going gluten free. She said, “I was most surprised about how emotionally attached I had previously been to bread and similar products. While I don’t even use bread when I have a burger or some kinds of sandwiches anymore (I feel like it just gets in the way!), at first I felt like I was losing a friend when I waved goodbye to brioche.”

See, there is hope!

But first, you’ve got to get started.

This book is a good first step.

The Gluten Free Cheat Sheet book by April Peveteaux (c)nwafoodie AD
there is a handy resource section in the back of the book that lists #gf bloggers from every state
Eat well, my friend. Eat well.

 

Lyndi

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  1. Rhonda Franz says

    July 11, 2015 at 12:38 am

    I've not gone gluten-free, but I have worked on making sure my family is filling up on protein rather than carbs. I really, really, really like the "cheat sheet" cookbook idea. Sounds quick and easy!

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