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First Post-diagnosis Trip

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Hi! I've only been gluten-free since Saturday, and tomorrow I leave for a beach trip in South Florida with my family, and I'm terrified. I don't want gluten coming near me, of course (I think some snuck in yesterday somehow, and that's not helping me feel better), and I'm really worried about being able to enjoy myself when food is going to be a constant problem. It's further complicated in that I've never done well eating cheese, red meat, or really greasy food, so it's not like I can just order a steak. Besides, I'm paranoid about cross-contamination. Any advice for calming down but still managing to avoid gluten? I feel like this is the worst possible time for a trip, but it is what it is. I'm committed now. Any help would be extremely appreciated.

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Hello! If you are really scared, you could always stock up on some items to take with you or buy there. Then, you could eat in your room and when everyone goes out to eat just join in for the fun and conversation. You could also try to just do a plain baked potato and salad, etc. It will be hard and frustrating but you can do it! Good luck and have fun!

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I travel quite a bit. I take a lot of food with me, and I search on the internet for good places to dine and shop before I leave. A burger patty without the bun is something that I get all the time when I travel.

I know this sounds bad, but if you just went gluten free, would you really notice trace amounts of gluten? I was making a lot of mistakes with my diet in the beginning, and I didn't even notice. If I made those mistakes now, I'd be really sick because I don't have a tolerance built up. I guess what I'm saying is, enjoy your vacation and don't stress too much, because chances are, you'll make some mistakes in the beginning anyway.

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Thanks to both of you! I took all the above advice - to stock up on food, look up restaurants ahead of time, and not to stress too much - and had a good time. I did get sick from food once, but not because of the gluten - it was just bad food! I appreciate your responses!

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