Table 3.

Experiences regarding eating patterns/perceived advantages and barriers regarding the gluten free diet (GFD) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Advantages and Barriers	Percentages of Patients (n)
Experienced disadvantages	35.1% (n = 13)
-  Eating pattern is unhealthier during the pandemic than during a normal school week.	18.9% (n = 7)
-  Less availability of products	29.7% (n = 11)
-  Ate unhealthy snacks more often	37.8% (n = 14)
-  Ate fruits and vegetables less often	10.8% (n = 4)
Experienced advantages	55.8% (n = 19)
-  Eating pattern is healthier during the pandemic than during a normal school week.	21.6% (n = 8)
-  Ordering groceries online makes it easier to purchase gluten free products.	10.8% (n = 4)
-  Staying at home more makes it easier to follow the GFD.	32.4% (n = 12)
-  Ate healthy snacks more often	29.7% (n = 11)
-  Ate fruits and vegetables more often	18.9% (n = 7)