Everyday Tips for Living Gluten Free

By: Tenley Molzahn

Nutritionist and Certified Health Coach at Sweet & Free Life // follow on Instagram@TenleyMolzahn

While there can be many challenges living with a gluten intolerance, it’s one of my life’s challenges that I’ve learned to respect wholeheartedly by committing myself to a healthy diet and routine.  It definitely takes patience and knowledge to maintain a gluten free diet, but it’s worth it.  Though I personally have not been diagnosed with Celiac disease, my gluten intolerance helps me relate to those who do (I treat myself as if I do have Celiac Disease), so I wanted to share some of my top – simple and tasty tips– for living gluten free for those of you that are new to the lifestyle or that have considered trying this way of life!

If you’ve been wondering why going gluten free might be a good idea for you, or if you’re feeling clueless one …

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