As a healthy person, I don’t really have to think too much about things which might affect me when I’m traveling (other than taking the necessary precautions against any local diseases such as Malaria, etc). I came across an article the other day though, which made me sit up and take note.

It concerned Coeliac’s and the difficulties they face regarding their diet when traveling overseas. Coeliac Disease is caused by permanent intolerance to gluten which is a protein found mostly in wheat, rye, barley and oats.

The writer advised that she had a wonderful holiday with the assistance of Orgran Natural Foods who were able to supply information on where to purchase Orgran products whilst traveling. Orgran is an Australian company and they produce gluten free and allergen free foods. Their products are available in over 50 countries and to find out where, you can email them at info@orgran.com
Orgran are able to provide free Translation Cards.  These cards are available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Dutch and can be used in restaurants etc to explain that you have Coeliac disease and cannot have products containing gluten.

Tags: allergen free foods, Coeliac Disease, gluten intolerance, Orgran

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