Gluten Is My Bitch: Rants, Recipes, and Ridiculousness for the Gluten-Free

Return to Book Page. Gluten Is My Bitch: G luten Is My Bitch offers a brutally honest and hilarious take on the realities of living a gluten-free life. In addition to her hysterical wisdom, she offers 40 gluten-free comfort food recipes that will make even the most frustrated gluten-intolerant smile with relief. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.

To ask other readers questions about Gluten Is My Bitch , please sign up. See 1 question about Gluten Is My Bitch…. Lists with This Book. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. May 11, Lauren rated it it was amazing Shelves: Allow me to wax poetic about this book for a few minutes. Most of my research before now has come from forums on celiac. All that said, this book should be handed out to every newly-diagnosed gluten-intolerant. This book really covers all its bases. I found myself wondering if she was going to cover this obscure gluten-related topic or the other, and she did!

All that, plus a full stock of varied recipes. This book is inundated with tips for the newbie as well as the celiac veteran, all done with an amazing amount of levity. Yes, I appreciate that you're willing to cook gluten-free for me, but No, I don't trust that you've sufficiently bleached every surface of your counterspace beforehand.

I knew from the moment I was diagnosed that my inability to speak up for myself was going to be an issue, especially when it comes to eating out. Mar 05, Karen Nelson rated it really liked it. I've been in denial about my gluten sensitivity. Having been eating Paleo no grains, dairy or legumes for 2. When trying to explain close relatives who don't understand why I can't eat the way they do without getting sick, I decided to look more into gluten sensitivity for an easier explanation, and BAM, there it was. If you have people in your life who eat differently than you, due to I've been in denial about my gluten sensitivity.

If you have people in your life who eat differently than you, due to Celiac or any other food sensitivity or allergy, this is a good book to read. Yes, food sensitivities are real, and are no fun to deal with. Reading this book made me feel that navigating social eating outside of my home is possible. It's ok and often necessary to make a big deal about what I don't eat and why. This book has changed my mind about talking about my own health, along with letting other people know how I feel when I eat something that doesn't agree with me, rather than just clamming up and wallowing in my own misery.

If more people around me understand what happens when I eat wheat, they're more likely to help me avoid it in the future instead of trying to sneak it into my food. Of course, not everyone has passive-aggressive food allergy deniers in their lives, but I think having read this will help with mine. That being said, not all of the details in this book agree with other resources I've read.

This is not a book about nutrition or biology. For super clear information on what the gluten sensitive person needs to avoid, I'd look for additional sources. I would recommend this book for anyone who was told by a medical professional that they have to give up gluten For those who do so voluntarily without a medical need, I must ask you why? Why give up all that delicious gluteny goodness when you don't have to? I would cut a bitch for a croissant. This book would have been amazing to read back in when I stopped being stubborn and realized I had to give up the gluten.

Any version of bread was my favor I would recommend this book for anyone who was told by a medical professional that they have to give up gluten Any version of bread was my favorite since I was a child. I was a picky eater I didn't know vegetarian was an option , so going to fancy seafood restaurant with family translated to me filling up on sourdough rolls.

That's pretty much how I existed all the way through college. Studying abroad as a vegetarian? Just eat tomato and cheese baguettes everyday! That skinny bitch didn't know how good she had it. Then came when I started having symptoms of my autoimmune disease. After five years of seeing every specialist I could think up for my variety of ailments I was either declared a mystery or perfectly fine by said specialists , I finally used Dr.

Internet and all those wonderful people writing about their experiences on message boards to diagnose myself with Hashimotos. Then I found a doctor who was willing to do the antibody blood test that confirmed it. After a year of reading everything I could find written by specialists on Hashimotos, I realized I had to stop ignoring the parts about those of us with the thyroid autoimmune having to go gluten-free for the rest of our lives.

I still feel terrible most days because of my autoimmune, but things are so much better without the pain and damage gluten was causing in my body. This book describes every frustration and mistake of my transition to going gluten-free. I laughed all the way through the book, which is why it would be so amazing to read when you are first starting out. The author does not judge you for the anger or self-pity. She acknowledges it sucks, and then she throws in some recipes that allow you to still eat delicious food.

She describes the shame of being that "special" person with food issues when going out to eat, but also encourages you to learn from her many mistakes and take care of yourself as you would someone you love. There is also a really great chapter for parents of children who have to go gluten-free, and the recipes in that chapter are some of the ones I am most eager to try.

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The paperback has additional and healthier recipes included at the end. So clearly I bought this one because of the title. The cover is rather clever too. However, I think I should have looked at the publication date, because this book came out in , and there have been a lot of advancements in gluten free products since then. It was still an enjoyable read. The recipes won't really work for me though a because a number of them are fried or full of sugar and b because I also recently went dairy free.

When you feel awful every day it isn't as hard as you think it So clearly I bought this one because of the title. When you feel awful every day it isn't as hard as you think it would be to start eliminating food to try to understand what is causing the problem. I liked the chapter about the author's gluten free exploits in Paris. I cannot even imagine trying to go to Paris and be gluten free, so props to her.

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This book was really more entertaining than useful for me. The author has Celiac disease, and according to my doctor who tested me, I just have an intolerance. However, I appreciate how Peveteaux treats all people who can't consume gluten as equals. The world doesn't really do that as much. If you have recently been diagnosed with Celiac disease or you have a child that has been diagnosed, this is a good book to pick up. Especially if you like a dose of humor with your gluten issues. This is really funny. I did find a few recipes I want to try, and I just thought it was hilarious.

I would totally give this book to someone over well, in addition to - it's not so heavy on science the For Dummies book I read when I first switched over. And it really did convince me that I have to be more careful with my cross contamination, since I still feel crappy a lot. Funny and useful for the This is really funny. Funny and useful for the new GF convert, with good connections to other special diets whether we believe in paleo or vegan or think they're both silly, we all have to stick together when it comes to people making fun of us or going out and not being able to eat anything , complaints and appreciation for the idiots who think GF is a weight-loss diet or who "try" to be GF complaints because they're idiots who don't even know what gluten is most of the time, appreciation because they increase the demand for better labeling and grocery store stock , and great resources for travel and restaurants.

Jun 15, Heather rated it really liked it Shelves: I enjoyed the authors sense of humor and bevy of expletives. Celiac disease merits a good number of expletives. I was very happy to read someone else's account of Celiac that didn't end it roses and sunshine and living happily ever after.

Plenty of lovely looking gluten free recipes, but I don't know if it's a positive that I now have a recipe for GF ding dongs. Mar 09, Becky rated it it was ok. It is nice to have some reicpes the double chocolate oatmeal cookies were a hit with both my celiac and non-celiac daughters. It is a fairly quick and easy read. As someone planning a trip to Paris, it was good luck that she had some restaurant suggestions. I kept reminding myself that this was written by a blogger, and so the style is in that unique style of that genre.

This is a book to comfort and relate to people with Celiac--NOT to inform anyone on how to deal with this disease. Finally--for tle love of God--If you are writing a chapter on parenting kids with celiac probably DON'T if you aren't actually parenting kids with celiac but absolutely do not include the phrase, "Here are some recipes that my kids chow down on like they're celiacs which they 're not Thank god ".

FYI--your readers' kids likely are celiacs, and so, while I would never wish celiac on any child, it is kind of clueless that she chose to include that aside, and it is, frankly, shitty editing that that phrase was left in. I am glad I read it, but more glad that I got it from the library rather than adding it to my personal library. Sep 24, Peter rated it really liked it Shelves: This is more like a 3. I get it, because being allergic to g This is more like a 3.

I get it, because being allergic to gluten sucks and having people blame you or be flippant about it sucks worse, but the tone is consistent enough that it got tiring. Overall, the author is pretty wise beneath the snark. And ultimately, not being allowed to eat gluten is the perfect time to just starting to eat healthier. Jun 18, Kaitlyn Dennis rated it really liked it Shelves: A nice, lightly funny take on dealing with Celiac disease that doesn't moralize food and eating.

The book starts with a candid discussion of the process and importance of a Celiac diagnosis and ends with a discussion of potential treatments that are being researched. In between, Peveteaux covers everything from finding GF food abroad to which GF flours are worth the money. The best and most practical parts of the book for me were the anecdotes and advice about how to advocate for yourself when eating out, something I suspect may take me a while to feel fully confident about. Nov 24, Susanne rated it really liked it.

I appreciate the sarcasm, humor, frustration, and struggle that April brings into the book. We've all been there. We with Celiac disease have to be ever vigilant. Jan 12, Holly rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book was soooo funny! I really needed this in my gluten free life. Some of the recipes look great and I will try them out but to be honest, this book alone without the recipes is amazing all on its own. If you have gluten issues or someone in your life is does please read this book! It really gives much comic relief to such a crappy situation to be going through.

Jan 20, Amy rated it it was amazing Shelves: My relationship with food has always been difficult. I love to eat good food but I feel sick to my stomach after every meal. Luckily I was not alone in my suffering, my Dad and brother both have the same sensitive stomach as I. Now, if you think that sounds bad you are absolutely right. It meant cutting out nearly every food and keeping a detailed record of the results. Eventually, he found that he felt better avoiding My relationship with food has always been difficult. Eventually, he found that he felt better avoiding gluten and dairy.

I suspected that I too might feel better if I joined him on his new diet. So, I tried it and my stomach issues got better. But, it was not to be. I felt lucky that my Dad had already found what and where gluten free foods are available in Yakima. I have been mostly gluten and dairy free for a few years now. Her frank description of life without gluten startled me. But, I totally related to her struggles.

Gluten Is My Bitch: Rants, Recipes, and Ridiculousness for the Gluten-Free

Her recipes include a wide range of food from gluten-free southern comfort to paleo. What I also liked is that she includes a chapter on eating out. She also suggests large tips and not returning if you feel sick afterwards. Once you have some experience living gluten-free, buying a copy of 1, Gluten-Free Recipes by Carol Fenster is wise. At my house, we now say go ask Carol when we have a gluten-free question. The recipes include extremely detailed instructions which is why they work.

I realize trying recipes from pinterest sounds fun but having one flop is expensive with all the gluten-free ingredients.

The introduction provides a great description of all the strange ingredients required for gluten-free cooking and baking. She also includes recommended substitutions for the major allergens if they are included in a recipe. This is very helpful because I avoid dairy as well. The balance of humor and helpful information kept me interested and entertained. I highly recommend this to my fellow gluten intolerant folk or anyone who knows one. Jan 27, Sarah rated it it was ok Shelves: Celiac Disease Newly Revised and Updated: Mayo Clinic Going Gluten Free: From Crappy to Happy: In person, she radiates a palpable compassion that fills a room.

When your food life is boring, you need humor. After the one-two punch of moving to Los Angeles and being diagnosed with celiac disease, April has written about her gluten-free lifestyle on several blogs and publications. Product details File Size: May 7, Sold by: Share your thoughts with other customers. Write a customer review. Read reviews that mention gluten free celiac disease diagnosed with celiac sense of humor love this book gluten intolerance newly diagnosed thanks april great recipes april peveteaux gluten intolerant made me laugh feel like great gift book is great must read forward to trying thanks april laughed until i cried tried the recipes.

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There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later. Wow - recipes are really great and It's not a "choice" and it's a very tough thing to adjust to, knowing you can't quit if it gets tough. This book helped SO much that i bought it for a friend who was diagnosed like me. Wow - recipes are really great and just the banter and wording felt a little empowering. GF IS my bitch now! I Gave this to my cousin as a christmas gift. This hilarious book was a wonderful guide for not only the gluten-free. Celiac and gluten sensitivity runs in my family, and I have several gluten-free friends, I bake gluten free.

I was even offered a job at a gluten free bakery but I had to deny but the pay was to low..

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The book is a great resource to learn how to substitute items. When my doctor told me to go gluten-free because of thyroid issues, I looked at her like she was nuts. Then I hopped onto amazon and looked up books. As soon as I saw this title, I knew this would be the book for me.

Going gluten-free is not easy, but then again, neither are the consequences of eating gluten and the author does not sugar-coat anything. I kind of wish she was my friend because this book really helped me deal with being GF. I love April's open and honest responses to having to go gluten free. Her stories and advice are priceless! She shares recipes and anecdotes all while speaking to us in clear and straightforward passages that let you know you are not alone in the bewildering gluten-filled jungle.

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If you are looking for real advice from the trenches, told in down-to-earth fashion, then this is the book for you! Shes so funny, read it too! She's not only funny but the recipes are great. You actually feel better about yourself reading her take on gluten free so make sure you read it, not just flip to recipes. One person found this helpful. Kindle Edition Verified Purchase. As a recently diagnosed celiac this book took me through the rollercoaster of emotions I was feeling!

Such a good read for anyone with celiac, a gluten allergy or for anyone who has someone they love that is gluten free. I can't wait to try the recipes!! The author voiced everything I have been thinking since I was diagnosed with celiac disease!

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She made fun a sucky situation and still made you realize how important it is to eat right and take care of yourself. I am forever changed by reading this! I have recommended this to anyone and everyone I come across that has issues with gluten. Peveteaux is witty and informative. She speaks her mind and is honest about her feelings and experiences.