Any ideas for travelling

[Julie Riordan]

Just wondering can anyone help me out.heading on holidays and don’t really know what expect.if I get glutened are there tablets that you can take

[trents]

There are supplements available that can help breakdown minor amounts of gluten such as you might experience with cross contamination when dining out and you order gluten free items from a menu. But they will not help when larger amounts of gluten are consumed. One such product that many on this forum attest to as having helped them in this regard is GliadinX. The inventor of GlidinX is one our forum sponsors so you should know that.

[Scott Adams]

I am not sure where you are going, but we have articles in this section which may be helpful:

https://www.celiac.com/celiac-disease/gluten-free-travel/ 

[Julie Riordan]

I am going to France in two weeks and then to Portugal in May

  On 3/29/2024 at 12:36 AM, trents said:

There are supplements available that can help breakdown minor amounts of gluten such as you might experience with cross contamination when dining out and you order gluten free items from a menu. But they will not help when larger amounts of gluten are consumed. One such product that many on this forum attest to as having helped them in this regard is GliadinX. The inventor of GlidinX is one our forum sponsors so you should know that.

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Thanks for your reply 

[Scott Adams]

Hopefully you saw this article...have a great trip!

 

[Safetypr]

I was diagnosed with celiac 19 years ago and have traveled globally. For Portugal - carry a written, translated statement (in Portuguese) that advises you have celiac disease and cannot eat gluten. Carry French translation for France. No wheat, rye or barley. I would select grilled or baked meat - ask the grill to be cleaned. Steamed veggies- no sauce. No soy sauce. No vinegars unless you know what kind. I carry gluten free bars. Eat fruit and nuts as snacks. Do - choose gluten free restaurants. It’s easier.  Always verify. Some restaurants add pancake batter to omelettes or crackers to hamburgers. Avoid French fries (tossed in flour and high risk of cross contamination in oil).  Do not drink beer - select Bulmers,Stella Artois or Angry Orchid - hard apple cider or wine. Avoid ice cream - often contains flour. I generally avoid desserts.  If you order a gluten free pizza - do not let servers put a regular pizza on top. Do not use the same pizza cutter or server. I avoided most appetizers. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert.  Or, I stop at a grocery and buy gluten free desserts and breakfast bars. Do not trust morning buffets. Hope this helps. Europe is easier than U.S. if you call ahead to verify they accommodate gluten free. If they say no, find a different restaurant. 

[Guest]

Before anything, it's wise to look up the area's food specialties and learn which meals don't have gluten or can be changed without much trouble. Also, carrying enzymes that digest gluten, such as DPP-IV or AN-PEP supplements may assist in breaking down any unintended gluten you might eat. Remember, these supplements may help reduce symptoms but they should not replace completely avoiding gluten if you have celiac disease or are sensitive to gluten.

[Scott Adams]

A French translation card is included in the article I shared.

[pweidema]

I found Italy has the most informed restaurant workers. Apparently they are required to learn about celiac in their training. I felt in very safe hands there.

Also, I highly recommend Norwegian Cruise Lines. If you pre-notify them, and eat in the dining room, they will give you extra special attention.