Alright, so you wanna start this gluten-free thing, huh? Don’t you worry none, it ain’t as scary as them city folks make it out to be. I’ve seen folks change their eatin’ habits before, and you can too. We gonna keep it simple, like good ol’ home cookin’. This here’s a beginner’s plan, so don’t go gettin’ your britches in a twist.
First off, what’s this “gluten” thing anyway? Well, it’s somethin’ in them fancy breads and such. Makes some folks’ bellies hurt somethin’ fierce. So, we gotta stay away from that stuff. Think of it like this: if it’s all fluffy and white like store-bought bread, it’s probably got that gluten in it. We want real food, the kind that comes from the ground or the farm, not some factory.
What to Eat, What Not to Eat
Okay, so what can you eat? Plenty! Think about it, what did folks eat before all them fancy supermarkets? They ate potatoes, rice, fruits, veggies, meat, eggs… you get the picture. That’s what we gonna eat too.
- Good stuff: Potatoes (any kind, mashed, baked, fried – you name it!), rice (white or brown, doesn’t matter), fruits (apples, bananas, berries – whatever’s in season), vegetables (greens, beans, carrots – the more the merrier), meat (chicken, beef, pork – just plain, no fancy sauces), eggs (scrambled, fried, boiled – however you like ’em), nuts and seeds (good for snackin’), fish (like that there salmon, it’s mighty good for ya).
- Bad stuff: Bread (unless it says “gluten-free” big and bold), pasta, pizza, cakes, cookies, most crackers, beer (yep, that’s got gluten too!), and anything with flour in it unless it’s special gluten-free flour. And watch out for them sauces and seasonings, some of ’em sneak gluten in there.
Now, don’t go thinkin’ you gotta starve. You can eat a whole lot of good food. Fill your plate up with them veggies and fruits. Have a big ol’ piece of meat. Eat them potatoes till you’re stuffed. Your body might be used to that gluten stuff, so you might feel hungry at first. Just eat more of the good stuff. It’ll get better, trust me.
A Simple 7-Day Plan (just a start, mind you)
I ain’t gonna give you no fancy recipes. We’re keepin’ it simple, remember? Here’s a general idea, you can change it up however you like.
- Day 1: Scrambled eggs with some fried potatoes and a side of fruit for breakfast. Big salad with grilled chicken for lunch. Baked fish (like that Cajun Salmon they talk about, but just plain if you don’t like fancy) with rice and steamed veggies for dinner.
- Day 2: Rice porridge with fruit for breakfast. Leftover fish and veggies for lunch. Roasted chicken with mashed potatoes and green beans for dinner.
- Day 3: Fruit and nuts for breakfast. Big bowl of vegetable soup for lunch (make sure it ain’t got no noodles!). Pork chops with baked sweet potatoes and peas for dinner.
- Day 4: Eggs and bacon (make sure it’s real bacon, not that processed stuff) for breakfast. Leftover pork and sweet potatoes for lunch. Beef stew with carrots, potatoes, and celery for dinner.
- Day 5: Yogurt (plain, no sugar added) with fruit and nuts for breakfast. Salad with hard boiled eggs for lunch. Salmon with rice and asparagus for dinner.
- Day 6: Fried potatoes and sausage for breakfast. Leftover beef stew for lunch. Chicken and vegetable stir fry (use gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos) with rice for dinner.
- Day 7: Omelet with veggies for breakfast. Leftover chicken stir-fry for lunch. Big pot of chili (make sure you don’t use no flour to thicken it) with a side of fruit for dinner.
See? It ain’t so hard. Just eat real food, the kind your grandma would recognize. And if you’re not sure, just ask. Don’t be afraid to try new things. There’s a whole world of gluten-free food out there, you just gotta find it. And remember, starting somethin’ new can be a bit scary, but you’ll get the hang of it. Just take it one day at a time.
A few more things to remember
Don’t go buyin’ all them fancy gluten-free breads and cookies and stuff right away. They cost a fortune and sometimes they don’t taste so good. Stick to the basics first. Once you get comfortable, then you can try some of them special things. And don’t forget to drink plenty of water. It’s good for ya, and it’ll help you feel full. If you feel hungry all the time at first, don’t worry, that’s normal. Your body is just adjusting. Just eat more of the good stuff.
Now, get yourself to the store, buy some good, wholesome food, and start eatin’! You can do this. It ain’t rocket science, it’s just eatin’ good food.
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