NUTRITION AUTHOR
Aja Webber
GLUTEN-FREE AUSTIN FAVS n Gluten allergy or intolerance
getting you down? These Austinbased restaurants have got you covered.
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lthough in recent years the glutenfree diet has become a sort of fad for weight loss and healthy eating, for many people, gluten can be extremely dangerous for the body. Celiac disease is the most severe form of gluten intolerance. If someone with the disease eats the protein found in wheat, rye and barley, it can cause damage to the small intestine and even lead to malabsorption of nutrients in the body. Even people with a mild gluten intolerance who don’t have celiac disease can suffer from symptoms such as fatigue, diarrhea, excess bloating and gas, abdominal pain and nausea. Although there is no current cure for celiac disease or gluten intolerance, the simplest thing to do is cut gluten out of your diet. Finding tasty gluten-free food, especially at restaurants, can be tough. Luckily, Austin has some great restaurants that are gluten-free friendly. Let’s take a look.
NOVEMBER 2021
WI L DER WO O D RESTAURA N T A N D BA R
With a fully gluten-free menu, this restaurant is a hot spot for all people looking to enjoy some delicious food. If you’re looking for a place with a wide variety of options, Wilder Wood is for you. Offering over 60 menu options, you will never have to worry about finding something you like. Wilder Wood is a bar as well, and since beer is a hard thing to come by in the gluten-free community, they’ve got you covered. Wilder Wood has an entire menu dedicated to gluten-free beers and ciders, so you can get your fair share of bubbly. If you’re looking to dine in, have a private party or catering event, Wilder Wood can make your gluten-free dinner shine.
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