School Lunches

[CeliacMother]

My son is 14 years old and was recently diagnosed with celiac disease. Not easy for a teenager to be told he can't eat pizza, etc. with all his friends. Anyway, school lunches have become a problem. He attends a private school which helps because the lunch menus are pretty nutrional and he has a lot of choices; however, some days he just needs to pack his lunch. Does anyone have any ideas for sack lunches? He really doesn't like the gluten-free breads, so I'm having trouble coming up with something "packable". Also, any ideas for snacks before his cross country meets, basketball games, etc. would be really appreciated. Thanks!!

[ILOVEOMC]

Hi,

My son just turned twelve and was diagnosed this past March so we are still new at this too. I do have some ideas for you though. Here is a list of somethings my son takes in his lunch which I pack.

Envirokidz Crispy Rice Bars ( berry, chocolate, or peanut butter)

Mott's Natural applesauce in little premade cups

Hormell Peperonni

Go-gurts

fruit such as blueberrries, or whatever he likes

Homemade muffins

candy bar for a treat

carrots and dip(I think Kraft Ranch is gluten-free, or try the Annie's Naturals Cowgirl Ranch)

My son is a picky eater anyway so it's really hard to find things he likes. Plus he is losing molars left and right and doesn't want crunchy foods right now. I hope this helps a tad and if I think of more I will add them on a later post.

Good luck!

[ILOVEOMC]

Oh, I just read another post and they mentioned Jello brand gelatin in any flavor is good to pack. Add some Cool-whip, or fruit and it is another idea.

Also, Smuckers Natural Peanut butter is good to dip apple slices or bananas in.

[CeliacMother]

  ILOVEOMC said:

Oh, I just read another post and they mentioned Jello brand gelatin in any flavor is good to pack. Add some Cool-whip, or fruit and it is another idea.

Also, Smuckers Natural Peanut butter is good to dip apple slices or bananas in.

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Thank you, thank you for your ideas! I'll head to the grocery this evening and stock up!

[emsmom]

  CeliacMother said:

Thank you, thank you for your ideas!  I'll head to the grocery this evening and stock up!

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My DD hated gluten-free bread as well but we found Gluten free Bakery at whole foods very good.she takes grill cheeses to school I make them in the morning and wrap it up in foil she loves it.

her fav snaks are mini rice cakes w/ peanut butter ( great for protien)

potato sticks, fruit enviormental kids gluten free VANILLA animal cookies( the chocolate ones have gluten)

[killernj13]

The gluten-free bread at Whole Foods is much better than the others I have had. They have a garlic / sundried tomato bread which is delicious. Melt some cheese on it and it is like a "pizza sandwich".

Also, wrapping G/L deli meats in a corn tortilla or even in lettuce is another alternative so lunch time.

As far as snacks, most of the Lays Stacks potato chips state they are naturally gluten-free on the cans. They are in cans like Pringles which are not gluten-free.

Good luck!!!

[Guest nini]

my daughter's faves for her lunch box are:

Dinty Moore beef stew (heated up in the morning and put in a thermos)

Hormel Beanies and Weenies ("" "")

Mozzerella Cheese sticks

Fruit Cups

Jello cups

Pudding cups (Kraft or Hunts)

baby carrots and Annies Naturals Cowgirl Ranch dressing for dip

Fritos, Cheetos and Funyons