As we move into the holiday season, there will be plenty of temptations lurking around every corner. 
At every holiday gathering you’ll be faced with the same dilemma. How does one determine what is safe to eat, especially when dining away from home?
Well, there’s no reason to complicate things.
I tend to take that approach in general, meaning I don’t like a lot of fuss and bother. (Even my design style is minimalist).
Let’s review some of the likely scenarios you will encounter in the weeks ahead, along with some simple solutions for how to deal with them.
Friends & Family
As you make your way around the holiday circuit, be prepared for well-meaning friends and family who insist that “one little bite” can’t possible hurt.
Or who treat your new diet as more of an inconvenience to them, rather than consider the health benefits to you.
When Aunt Mabel offers you a generous slice of her famous holiday cheesecake, please do not to give in.
Instead, why not contribute to the meal yourself?
You could offer to bring a dish that everyone can enjoy. That way you will know for sure there is at least one item on the table that is safe for you to eat.
Or, if you’re feeling really ambitious, bake your own gluten-free cheesecake and bring it along to the party.
By the way, there is absolutely no harm to other family members if they eat gluten-free products. I’ve heard people express this concern, but there’s no truth to it whatsoever.
On the contrary, it’s more likely that as your own health steadily improves, other family members will also benefit.
Dining Out
These days, it’s so much easier to dine at a restaurant, even when you’re on a restricted diet.
