19/02/2026
Before moving to Italy, I wasn’t 100% sure how I would go being gluten free with coeliac disease..
Even while knowing that Italy has one of the highest ⬆️ rates of coeliac disease in the world 🌏
Now I can say, that the awareness shows!
I’ve been genuinely surprised by:
- Clearly labelled menus
- Confident waitstaff
- Dedicated gluten free bakeries
- Affordable supermarket options
- Even gluten free snacks on trains
But living here long-term has also highlighted something important 📍
Availability doesn’t mean complacency.
There are still:
– Label checks
– Cross-contamination considerations
– Cultural traditions centered around gluten
– Nutritional gaps in many packaged options
Living with coeliac disease abroad (or in your home country!) isn’t about perfection.
It’s about preparation, confidence and asking questions (even if it may not always be in your own language!).
If you feel overwhelmed navigating gluten free food — whether travelling or at home — this is exactly how I can support you through working together 1:1
Because coeliac disease doesn’t have to shrink your world ✨🙏
Save 📍this if Italy is on your travel list 🇮🇹🍨