
Being newly diagnosed with coeliac disease can feel overwhelming. One day you’re eating normally, and suddenly you’re being told you need to follow a strict gluten-free diet for life. Then the questions start. What can I eat? Do I need a new toaster? Can I still eat at restaurants? What does “may contain” mean?…

Being diagnosed with coeliac disease can leave you with one very big question: What foods do I actually need to stop eating? Most people already know that regular bread and pasta contain gluten, but unfortunately, gluten isn’t always that obvious. It can also appear in sauces, breakfast cereals, processed meats, seasonings, stock, gravy, confectionery…

Your first supermarket trip after being diagnosed with coeliac disease can be surprisingly overwhelming. Suddenly, something as simple as buying breakfast cereal or choosing a sauce can involve turning packets over, reading tiny ingredient lists and wondering whether unfamiliar ingredients are safe. You might find yourself asking: Can I eat this? Does this contain…