Gluten free diets seem to be the latest fad in health eating, but actually, this should be thought of as more of a movement than a fad, because for many people, choosing a gluten free lifestyle has completely transformed their health. Many people have an aversion to gluten, and when they eat this protein composite, it can cause bloating, fatigue, and diarrhoea. For people with particular brain disorders such as autism, schizophrenia, and epilepsy, it has also been found that choosing a gluten free diet can have many benefits.
But when you decide to go gluten free, you might be scared that you can no longer eat out at restaurants. This is not the case, but you should be careful about which kinds of restaurants you choose for your Friday night out. These are some cuisines that offer more gluten free options.
Thai. If you love spicy and flavourful Asian food, there is great news that most Thai food is naturally gluten free. Instead of wheat noodles, you will be able to find rice noodles, and fish sauce is often used as a flavouring instead of soy sauce, which usually contains wheat and, therefore, gluten.
Mexican. On a visit to a Mexican restaurant, you won't have to seek out gluten free dishes as nearly everything on the menu will be naturally gluten free. This is because the Mexican diet is predominantly corn based. Order tacos, quesadillas, tlayudas, or flautas, and you will find that the base ingredient in the tortillas is corn. Some restaurants may choose to make wheat tortillas too, so make sure you ask before ordering.
Indian. Okay, when you visit an Indian restaurant on a gluten free diet, you will have to forego things like naan breads, rotis, chapatis, and samosas, but everything else is up for grabs. You can enjoy a wealth of delicious curries,served with rice and pickles, and it will be totally gluten free. And if you want to indulge in something bread-like without the gluten, opt for a dosa, which is a savoury pancake made with chickpea flour and filled with potato curry.
Middle Eastern. Food from the Middle East is also safe to eat for those on a gluten free diet, because the region specialises in grilled meats and fish, tasty salads, and rice dishes. You'll have to avoid the flatbreads, but when you have so many delicious, gluten free options to choose from at a Middle Eastern restaurant, this won't feel like a sacrifice.
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