When making any lifestyle change, it is a process. Since developing food issues in 2002 I have slowly been making changes. It feels like I take two steps forward and one step back. The one lesson I've learned over the years that I want others to know is: You are not alone. Just like with anything in life, there is someone out there experiencing similar struggles. For a long time I thought I was alone and I was embarrassed to eat differently. But now I've learned everyone has their struggle in life, mine happens to be with food.
As humans, I think it is so important in our quest for better health to connect with each other. I didn't realize how socially connected we were to food until I began eating differently. It is normal to want to be part of family traditions and social events. I remember feeling so isolated when I realized I could not eat what I used to. During social events, I would eat my forbidden foods to feel included and suffer the consequences later. I finally decided to be upfront about it and discovered many with similar issues.
Here are some of the on-line listserves I've found helpful:
* GlutenFreeRecipesGroup
*FoodAllergyKitchen
Out of my struggle with food I have developed new hobbies and passions. One is gardening/ urban farming. I also have enjoyed beginning to eat more fresh local fruits and veggies and support local farmers by buying at farmers' markets. Another is cooking and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. Fortunately I have a VERY supportive husband who likes to try new dishes. And that is exactly why I started this blog. To share my journey in gardening and eating fresh. Glad you decided to come along with me.
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