Gluten Free Food Outlet
Leo Foods for Lactose and Gluten-Free Foods
At Leo Foods, as a leading wholesale and retail food supplier in Marbella, we are aware of the growing number of people that are recognised as having food allergies and food intolerances. There is a difference between the two conditions, which this article from the Cleveland Clinic explains in a simple and clear way. As many of you may realise from news articles, a food allergy can have fatal consequences, which is why the food industry is being urged to label all products in great detail. Our wholesale food clients at Marbella’s restaurants and cafes are also aware that menu items must indicate if they contain the most common allergens, which tend to be shellfish, nuts, fish, eggs, peanuts and animal-based dairy products, such as cow’s or goat’s milk.
Food intolerance on the other hand is a digestive system response to certain products, whereas a food allergy is an immune system response. When there is a food intolerance it irritates the digestive system and the person is unable to properly digest the food, often resulting in pain and bloating. In the case of those with Coeliac disease, the consequences of ingesting products containing gluten is even more severe.
The most common food intolerances are to gluten, found in all products made from wheat flour, and to lactose, which is found in milk and other dairy products, such as cheese and yoghurt.
Gluten and lactose-free food products in Marbella
At Leo Foods we are stocking a range of both gluten and lactose-free products, which we will no doubt keep expanding, as we are aware of the demand for these products by both our wholesale and retail clients. These products are frequently expensive in supermarkets and we aim to provide a wide range of these products at a much better price.
Lactose and gluten-free drinks
We have oat milk, which is both gluten and lactose-free, as well as an Organic Chai Latte powder that is also caffeine-free. And the healing powers of Turmeric are in the Turmeric Latte with Black Pepper, which is also dairy, gluten and caffeine-free. There are almond and coconut milks, which are used by professional chefs as well as the home cook
Gluten and lactose-free breakfast products
Our gluten-free oats make a wonderful base for a breakfast cereal, whether muesli or porridge, and can also be used to make flapjacks, or any other recipe requiring oats. But if you don’t want to make your own breakfast bowls, we also have gluten and lactose-free granolas in chocolate and apple flavours. And we have another granola range that boosts the mood, with Happy, Beauty, Boost and Chill varieties. Of course you don’t need to have a food intolerance to enjoy any of these: they are suitable for everyone.
Finally, for anyone with an intolerance who is looking for a health-boosting protein drink, we have the Activity pack from SaludViva. This organic powder contains a mixture of vegetable proteins, Cacao and Papaya, and is gluten-free. It is perfect for vegans and vegetarians, or anyone who is looking for this type of health drink product.
Visit Leo Foods in Nueva Campana for all your gluten-free and lactose-free food products in Marbella at prices you’ll love. We are a wholesaler and retailer serving the entire Costa del Sol.
