So there's a new book out (which I haven't read) about athletes going gluten free. I know a lot of people think going gluten free can be the magic diet. Not really! If you actually look at the labels of these gluten free products they fill the food with crap. They add a ton of fat and other fun things. I personally think that a regular eveyday person doesn't need to go gluten free. A runner might want to think about it. The picture above says it all.
I was diagnosed after having some bathroom issues after my first few races. I know, TMI but deal with it:). I thought my gall bladder had died. When you lose a lot of weight rapidly that can happen. My new GI doctor picked up on it and sent me for the blood test and bam... Celiac disease. A lot of my fun ailments could be attributed to this late diagnoses. Before running I got sick from eating a ton of pasta but I just figured I was eating too much. I also got the lovely distinction of being lactose intolerant from not knowing. After going gluten and lactose free I haven't had to use the bathroom in any of my recent races or long runs. So maybe for distance runners this can help prevent scabies from port-o-potties! Other than that I really can't see why you would. Unless you just don't like to poop.
I don't eat the whole gluten free product crap. The bread tastes like ass. I stick with foods that are naturally gluten and lactose free. Corn tortillas instead of bread, fruits and veggies and my personal favorite.. Rice Chex. My biggest fear is shitting my pants and it's the last thing I ever want to do in Paris! Once again I think everything is fine in moderation but for runners we shall see... 92 days to Paris!! P.s. My heart is with all the victims in this recent terrorist attack. We feel for you from Boston! #JeSuisCharlie!
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