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Tsunami Newbie
Tsunami
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Hi again....thanks to those that answered my last question...amyleigh....you were a huge help.....thanks...

I have another question and I'm hoping someone has a direction for me to search...

I'm going backpacking and now that I'm gluten-free, my list of acceptable foods has quickly dropped to zero from what I can find. I am looking for freeze dried packets of food or what I really want are the Meals Ready to Eat (MRE's), just open and eat. No cooking or heating, just eat, but they are nutritious. I've hit the outdoor stores, looked a bit online, either loaded with wheat or barley....and oh yeah....I don't eat beef or pork....chicken is fine...so that is also narrowing the field....so if anyone has any advise...or maybe i should just do a fast...my fat belly could use a break....

thanks all..

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Hi Tsunami, the gluten-free Open Original Shared Link come in MRE-style packages that might do the trick. Trader Joe's also has a few things like pre-cooked rice, tuna, etc. Thai Kitchen also has quite a few items that might work for a backpacking trip. There is always canned soup and vegetables.

tarnalberry Community Regular
tarnalberry
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there's not a wide range of stuff that you can just buy for a backpacking trip. you're going to have to make/get your own food. I take bars (lara bars, think bars, bumble bars, etc.), beef jerky, gluten-free crackers and/or pretzles, dried fruits, nuts, chocolate, and if I'm bringing my stove, I dehydrate my own stuff (like chili, or pasta, or rice dishes) and just pour in hot water and let it sit).

purple Community Regular
purple
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You can find small cans of tuna, salmon, sardines and chicken at Walmart. And some pouches too.

Tsunami Newbie
Tsunami
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Thanks....I'm still in my searching phase for finding foods....struck out in Target....Walmar is great....costco has some....now gluten-free pretzels....I have to hunt for those.....and I did find a place that has gluten-free MRE's, so I'm less nervous...

I see the doc later this week.....should be interesting,....I have so many questions....and I will probably just overwhelm him with my stupidity....but oh well....

Thank you everyone....now....while im on my kayak...I will try to put all this out of my mind for a few days at least...

Salem Rookie
Salem
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I have really been enjoying a couple different brands of prepackaged indian foods. They come in a vaccum sealed bag and best of all, no preservatives, most are vegetarian and many are gluten-free. You can plop a couple bags in a pot of boiling water to heat, or pour it in a pot (I use the microwave). I think that you could definately eat them without warming them up, it is fully cooked. Gateway of India was one brand, and the other was Taste of India (I think). They retail for about $2 ea. Hope this helps!

powerbraid Rookie
powerbraid
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Justin's Nut Butters makes individual serving size packets of almond butter. AND, they are labeled Gluten Free right on the package! I love companies that do that!

Plus, these little things are delicious! Especailly spread on an apple. :) I take this snack with me on hikes all the time. :)

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Kirkland Trail Mix available at Costco does not say "gluten free" on the label but has no gluten-containing ingredients. I have been eating it without any problems.

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Amyleigh0007
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Hi again....thanks to those that answered my last question...amyleigh....you were a huge help.....thanks...

I have another question and I'm hoping someone has a direction for me to search...

I'm going backpacking and now that I'm gluten-free, my list of acceptable foods has quickly dropped to zero from what I can find. I am looking for freeze dried packets of food or what I really want are the Meals Ready to Eat (MRE's), just open and eat. No cooking or heating, just eat, but they are nutritious. I've hit the outdoor stores, looked a bit online, either loaded with wheat or barley....and oh yeah....I don't eat beef or pork....chicken is fine...so that is also narrowing the field....so if anyone has any advise...or maybe i should just do a fast...my fat belly could use a break....

thanks all..

Tsunami - You are welcome. This forum has been such a huge help for me. I am glad I can give a little back!

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