Feb 28th 2010

February 28th was my first day of the suggested 2 week gluten-free trial by thyroid specialists. I also began really studying the nutrients needed for myself.

Women ages 19 to 50 should consume 25 grams of fiber a day. This is hard to achieve for most people, and it is even more difficult for someone following a gluten-free diet!

Based on my 2,000-2,200 calorie/ day diet, I should consume 400 mcg of Folate, 18 mg of Iron, 25 mg of Vitamin C per meal, 1.1 mg of Thiamin a day, 1.1 mg of Riboflavin per day, and 14 mg of Niacin per day.

Daily Amount of:
Fruit: 2 cups; Veggies: 2.5 to 3 cups; Grains: 6 to 7 ounces; Meat and Beans: 5.5 to 6 ounces; Milk: 3 cups; Oils: 6 teaspoons;