Gluten-Free Deli Options for a Healthier Lifestyle

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Gluten-Free Goodness: A Fresh Take on Eating

Struggling to find food options that are healthy and tasty at the same time? What if we told you that there are several gluten - free options that are incredibly healthy and also adept at satisfying your cravings? Let’s dive in deeper and understand the goodness that gluten-free food has to offer!

So to begin with, what even is gluten? Gluten is simply a protein present in some grains which also naturally exists in our food. Many health professionals are known to believe it can have an adverse effect on our diet. Gluten-free diets in today’s day and age are heavily endorsed as a choice for a healthy and balanced lifestyle. There are several benefits of going Gluten-Free, and that’s just one of the many Gluten-related facts we’ll be exploring in this blog!

Now how does Gluten come into the food-picture? You’d be surprised to know that rye, barley, and even some highly processed oats have a fair amount of gluten in them. However, what’s interesting to note is that our bodies are not capable of breaking down gluten in one go ie. completely. 

We, at Charlie’s Deli, house a variety of gluten-free options - including several gluten free breads with our sandwiches, and are a popular spot to visit if one is concerned about their diet and what they are eating.  If you’re keen to avoid the unnecessary amount of gluten that is present in regular bread, fret not, Charlie’s Deli has got your back covered with its gluten-free bread options available alongside all kinds of tasty sandwiches, and more!

The Benefits of Going Gluten-Free

Though there aren’t direct disadvantages of eating food with gluten, reducing gluten rich foods from our diet has many advantages like improved overall health of our digestion, increased energy levels, reduced inflammation and bloating.  

The sandich conatains of corned beef, lettuce all packed in a freshly baked bread from Portland franch bakery

Gluten - free food is broadly known to have a plethora of health benefits, as acclaimed to by several doctors and medical professionals. By swapping out day-to-day meals with gluten-free food, one might also be naturally steering clear of unhealthy and processed food items! This contributes to a much more holistic and balanced diet. 

At Charlie’s, we care about and cater to all the diverse set of dietary needs that one might have. Such is reflected in the care and consciousness we put into the preparation of gluten-free sandwiches, which are made with utmost care, keeping gluten allergies and basic preferences in mind!

The Trend of Gluten-Free

Statistics show that over the years, due to public trends and growth in popularity for products that do not contain gluten, there has been a massive increase in demand for non-gluten products.

Many celebrities and public figures have had an important effect on the current no gluten movement through social media and the general media have also increased the knowledge of going gluten free for the sake of a good diet and good health.

At Charlie’s Deli, we offer gluten free sandwiches that are both tasty and fulfilling - The Real Turkey on Ciabatta sandwich, The Charlie’s Reuben, Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich, the Brisket and Bacon and much more - all are available with options of gluten-free bread.

Worrying about lack of options? Not a problem! It’s not just the bread, but also our other gluten-free products that steal the game. Our menu offers protein rich options like turkey, pork, beef combined with vegetables like onions, olives, pickles and also cheese like Swiss cheese and provolone.

Come and try for yourself!

Why Choose Charlie’s Deli for Gluten-Free Options?

We at Charlie’s Deli are focused at providing our customers with high quality, nutritious and fresh ingredients when we make our food - starting from meat and vegetables to cheese and breads. Our gluten-free options are also prepared the same way and are high in quality and extremely safe to consume. They definitely add on to a healthy and balanced life and diet.

The gluten-free options at our Deli are sourced from local farmers and producers. We take the health of our people seriously! One can find that dining at Charlie’s will bring hearty satisfaction to not just your body, but also to your mind.

How to Incorporate Gluten-Free Options into Your Diet

If you want to go gluten-free, you might feel the anxieties of starting a new diet and might find it a little complicated to navigate through - but gluten is only present in some cereal grains like wheat, barley, rye, and also in some yeast.
To counter that, there are a number of gluten free bread options available. Pasta, cereals, sauces and other baked goods have gluten in them but to every gluten rich meal, there is an option of a no gluten alternative.
You would also be surprised to know this, but meat, fish, eggs and dairy products like milk, cheese, vegetables and fruits have no gluten in them. (so long as they’re unprocessed!)

While there might be potential options of a good gluten-free meals at your home, we at Charlie’s Deli use the best and healthiest sources and ingredients in making our food, making our sandwiches a good addition to your weekend in the form of a quick snack.

Outside Charlies deli and delivery Portland location with Alicia pointing out the board

Choosing to eat gluten-free food is not just about trends but also implies a healthy diet, a good immune system, no bloating or other stomach and gut related problems, and also high energy levels.

While eating out one may face problems with the choice of gluten-free products but this is where food places like our Charlie’s Deli comes in. Our carefully designed menu with gluten-free options works the benefit, and one should visit us to experience the new world of gluten free dining with our gourmet sandwich offerings!