What contains gluten

I have been receiving a bunch of questions about what to and not to eat.  Here is a list of foods that contain gluten that would not be advised for our spring Challenge.

• wheat 
• wheat flour
• breads
• pasta
• cereals
• cakes
• most baked goodies, cakes and cookies
• pies
• beer
• bourbon
• whiskey
• soy sauce
• some ice creams
• some ketchup 
• imitation meats
• some oats, they are typically cross contaminated with lots of gluten
• barley
• rye
• graham
• croutons
• french fries
• gravy's
• matzo
• salad dressings
• potato chips, unless labeled gluten free
• some soup broth
• malt
• some chocolates, read the label
• orzo 

So knowing all of those, what can you eat?  Here is a list of carbohydrate foods that do not contain gluten.

• corn
• potatoes
• rice
• tapioca
• millet
• quinoa
• chickpeas
• beans 
• chia seeds
• flax flour
• brandy
• wine
• rum 
• tequila
• gluten free beer
• almond flour
• rice flour
• corn flour
• seeds
• nuts
• hominy
• agave
• algae
• fruits
• vegetables
• whole unprocessed proteins
• unprocessed cheese

I have also had some questions around supplements.  Here is a great read on supplements for fat loss!

http://www.charlespoliquin.com/ArticlesMultimedia/Articles/Article/864/Lose_Weight_For_Summer_Top_Five_Supplementation_Ti.aspx

Have a great Tuesday!