f you are sensitive to gluten or celiac disease, then you know how difficult it is to manage your condition under normal circumstances. Add on a schedule that includes travel and things can get out of hand. No matter how you travel or when you follow these tips to eat gluten-free Route.
* Use a travel agent to plan your trip. There are many options, including guided with guides who share their condition trip. Investigate all your destinations in advance to find gluten-free restaurants.
* Ask your doctor to give you a letter explaining your diagnosis and dietary needs. If flying mark all foods by adding tags in bags or in writing.
* Start by notifying your hotel, airline, cruise line or train company about their food needs. In addition to asking about gluten free options wondering how the food is prepared so you can avoid cross contamination.
* Bring your own non-perishable food. Make sure you have enough snacks like trail mix, tuna packets, dried fruit, cookies, chips and fresh fruit. Make sure you have enough of their own food to eat when you can not eat gluten.
* Many airlines offer gluten free options for meals that can be purchased. The standard airline code "GFML" is used to denote foods without gluten. You have to order these meals in advance and make sure that is what happens in the air.
* Take your supplements gluten and medicines with you. Do not put in your suitcase if he takes a side trip without you! Keep them in your purse, briefcase or luggage.
* Make a list of gluten-free food with you or download one of the many applications available for your mobile phone or tablet. If you are traveling to a foreign country to buy the list in the language of your destination.
* Research your destination restaurants online first and then call to verify the information you have found. Ask to speak to a manager when the call. Recheck all staff upon arrival.
* If you have to stay in a hotel or a guest in someone's home, make sure to note that you will not be able to use some kitchen appliances like a toaster or toaster oven to prevent cross contamination. If you do not have a mini fridge ask for one.
* Remember to bring your own utensils, knives, bowls and a cutting board with you when traveling. If you fly utensils and knives should be placed in checked baggage.
* If you need more help getting ready to make your gluten free travel for work make an appointment with a dietitian who has experience with this difficult regime.
With a few precautions and preparation trips around the world can still be fun, educational and safe for the whole family.
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