Gluten Free You and Me: Recent Episodes
Coral Ward- Barajas
Coral Ward is an award winning author, creator of @glutenfreewithcoral, and host of the #1 gluten free podcast, Gluten Free You and Me. She provides hope, inspiration, and resources, and through her advocacy, she has created a safe and uplifting community for all gluten free warriors.
Feeling overwhelmed navigating the grocery store gluten-free? You’re not alone—and I’ve got you.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing practical, family-friendly ways to simplify gluten-free grocery shopping, stick to your budget, and actually enjoy the process. From label-reading tips and bulk-buying hacks to game-changing tools like Walmart Pickup, Thrive Market, and Costco Delivery—you’ll walk away with real-life strategies you can start using today.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * How to build a gluten-free master shopping list (and how to grab my complete guide!) * The truth behind food labels, certifications, and hidden gluten * Smart tips for shopping the store perimeter with confidence * Budget hacks: why buying in bulk (especially from Thrive Market) can save you time and money * How to use Walmart Pickup and Costco Same-Day Delivery to make shopping stress-free * Ways to get your kids involved—from picking new products to planning full meals * My favorite tip: grocery store bingo + real-world label-reading lessons for little ones
🛍️ Mentioned in the Episode: * 💻 Gluten-Free Shopping Guide * 📦 Thrive Market (40% off on first order and free shipping after $49) * 🚗 Walmart Pickup (it’s FREE!) * 🏠 Costco (Same-Day Delivery for members)
🧡 Ready to Level Up Your Gluten-Free Life? Explore my full Gluten-Free Transformation Program and the Healthy Challenge (AIP) to feel your best and take the guesswork out of gluten-free living.
Need a pep talk to reset your day? Whether you’re a busy mom, an entrepreneur, or navigating the gluten-free lifestyle, this episode is for you! 🌟
Today on the Gluten Free You and Me Podcast, Coral shares a powerful 5-step method to help you shift your mindset, boost your energy, and step into your day with purpose—even if it started out messy.
You’ll learn how to: ✨ Calm the chaos with mindful breathing ✨ Boost your mood with simple gratitude ✨ Get energized with easy movement ✨ Strengthen your mind with powerful affirmations ✨ Set a small but mighty intention to make today count
Because living gluten-free, raising a family, or building a business all takes resilience—and it starts with your morning mindset.
👉 Listen in and walk away feeling empowered, focused, and ready to have your best gluten-free day yet!
Ready to Thrive? Join My Gluten-Free Programs! Are you ready to take your gluten-free journey to the next level? Check out my Gluten Free Transformation Programand Healthy Challenge (AIP) at glutenfreewithcoral.com. These programs are designed to help you thrive and feel your absolute best.
Share Your Story Have you experienced the benefits of going gluten-free? Share your journey in the comments below or connect with me on social media. Your story could inspire someone else to find the healing they need.
Subscribe, Share, and Stay Inspired Don’t forget to subscribe to my podcast Gluten Free You and Me to continue learning and growing. And if you found this post helpful, share it with someone who needs to hear it!
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Unlocking the Truth Behind Gluten-Free Living – It’s More Than Just a Diet Are you struggling with health issues that seem impossible to solve? Have you ever wondered if going gluten-free could be the answer? In this post, we’ll dive deep into my personal journey, the undeniable health benefits of a gluten-free lifestyle, and why it’s so much more than just a diet change.
My Journey to Discovering the Power of Living Gluten-Free For over 15 years, I suffered from chronic migraines. They were so debilitating that I had to give up my career as a dental hygienist. The bright lights were unbearable, often making me vomit or even pass out from the pain. Desperate for relief, I went back to school to become an OB/GYN sonographer, just to work in the darkness of an ultrasound room.
But the migraines continued.
When my daughter Chanelle was two years old, her health took a terrifying turn. She was dangerously underweight, her belly was swollen, and her hair began falling out in large clumps. Doctors feared the worst: cancer, leukemia, even kidney failure. After countless tests, the answer finally emerged—Chanelle had celiac disease.
As I supported Chanelle through her gluten-free journey, something incredible happened. My own symptoms started to fade. The constant migraines, fatigue, and brain fog all began to lift. That’s when I realized that celiac disease had likely been the root cause of my health problems all along.
The Top Health Benefits of Going Gluten-Free The truth is, going gluten-free is about so much more than just cutting out a protein. Here are some of the incredible benefits people experience:
- Reduced Inflammation: Eliminating gluten can alleviate joint pain, improve digestion, and reduce overall inflammation throughout the body.
- Better Digestive Health: No more bloating, gas, diarrhea, or discomfort. Many find relief from chronic digestive issues.
- Enhanced Energy Levels: Going gluten-free can lead to better sleep, sharper focus, and more sustained energy throughout the day.
- Clearer Skin: Fewer breakouts, reduced redness, and healthier, glowing skin.
- Mental Clarity: No more brain fog! Improved cognitive function and clearer thinking are common benefits.
Overcoming Skepticism on Your Gluten-Free Journey Making a drastic lifestyle change often leads to doubt and skepticism from others—or even yourself. But here’s the truth: Going gluten-free isn’t a trend or a fad. It’s a legitimate health decision that can transform your life.
If you’re feeling resistance from family or friends, try these tips:
- Educate Yourself: The more you know about celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, the better you can explain your journey to others.
- Share Your Why: When you communicate why you’re going gluten-free, people are more likely to understand and support your decision.
- Stick to Your Decision: Confidence in your choice will encourage others to respect your lifestyle.
Practical Steps to Thrive on a Gluten-Free Diet 1. Learn how to read labels and avoid hidden sources of gluten. 2. Find safe gluten-free alternatives for your favorite foods. 3. Prepare meals at home to avoid cross-contamination. 4. Educate yourself about celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. 5. Join supportive communities that understand your journey.
Ready to Thrive? Join My Gluten-Free Programs! Are you ready to take your gluten-free journey to the next level? Check out my Gluten Free Transformation Programand Healthy Challenge (AIP) at glutenfreewithcoral.com. These programs are designed to help you thrive and feel your absolute best.
Share Your Story Have you experienced the benefits of going gluten-free? Share your journey in the comments below or connect with me on social media. Your story could inspire someone else to find the healing they need.
Subscribe, Share, and Stay Inspired Don’t forget to subscribe to my podcast Gluten Free You and Me to continue learning and growing. And if you found this post helpful, share it with someone who needs to hear it!
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Learn more about the programs I offer
Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
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Feeling overwhelmed by everything that comes with going gluten-free? You're not alone—and this episode is here to give you the gluten-free roadmap you’ve been searching for.
In this episode of Gluten-Free You & Me, I’m walking you through exactly how to transition to a gluten-free lifestyle with clarity, confidence, and real emotional support. I’ll also give you a behind-the-scenes look at my signature program that’s helped so many people feel "normal" again after diagnosis.
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with celiac disease, suspect gluten is causing your symptoms, or are simply tired of figuring it out alone, this episode is your starting point. Let’s map it out—together.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: * The emotional weight of a gluten-free diagnosis (and how to lighten it) * What most people miss when trying to go gluten-free on their own * A clear breakdown of what’s inside the Gluten-Free Transformation Program * Powerful stories from people who used this gluten-free roadmap to gain freedom, peace, and confidence * The first steps you can take today to simplify your journey
🌟 Ready to follow a proven Gluten-Free Roadmap? You don’t have to feel anxious, confused, or isolated. My Gluten-Free Transformation Program is the complete gluten-free roadmap you need—from understanding what gluten is and where it hides, to managing real life, social events, and emotional ups and downs.
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👉 Join the program now and take the first step on your gluten-free roadmap today.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Does the thought of eating out, going to a party, or attending a family dinner give you anxiety? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to hide out at home to stay safe.
In this episode of Gluten-Free You & Me, we’re tackling one of the hardest parts of living gluten-free: navigating social situations. Whether you’re newly diagnosed with celiac disease or still figuring out what works for your body, I’ll share practical strategies to help you advocate for yourself, avoid cross-contamination, and enjoy life without fear.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why social events are often the biggest challenge for those with celiac * What to say when ordering at a restaurant (without feeling awkward) * How to confidently handle family gatherings and potlucks * Tips for dining out, traveling, and bringing your own safe food * The mindset shift that can help you feel normal and empowered again
🌟 Feel confident and in control—wherever you go! If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed or anxious every time food is involved, my Gluten-Free Transformation Program is your step-by-step guide to living gluten-free with ease and confidence.
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👉 Join the program now and finally feel like yourself again.
❤️ Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share the show! It means the world—and it helps others on their gluten-free journey find support and hope, too.
📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @glutenfreewithcoral 💬 Got questions or a story to share? DM me anytime—I’d love to hear from you!
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
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Are you reacting to gluten but testing negative for celiac disease? You’re not imagining it. In this episode of Gluten-Free You & Me, we’re diving into non-celiac gluten sensitivity—what it is, how to recognize the symptoms, and the steps you can take to finally get clarity and relief.
Millions of people experience uncomfortable symptoms like bloating, brain fog, fatigue, joint pain, and mood swingsafter eating gluten—even when medical tests come back “normal.” So what’s really going on?
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: * What gluten sensitivity is and how it differs from celiac disease * The most common (and often missed) symptoms of gluten sensitivity * How to use an elimination diet to identify if gluten is your trigger * Why trusting your body is just as important as lab results * Real-life strategies to start feeling better, faster
🌾 Ready to take the guesswork out of going gluten-free? If you’re ready for clarity, confidence, and a clear path forward, my Gluten-Free Transformation Program was made for you! This self-paced course walks you through how to remove gluten from your life, navigate eating out, read labels like a pro, and feel supported every step of the way.
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👉 Sign up here and start your journey today.
❤️ Loved this episode? Please subscribe, rate, and share this podcast with someone who’s struggling with gluten or mystery health symptoms. Your support helps more people find healing and hope!
📲 Let’s connect on Instagram @glutenfreewithcoral 💬 DM me your questions or just say hi—I love hearing from you!
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Celiac Disease 101: Signs, Testing, and What to Do Next Could Gluten Be Making You Sick? Here’s What You Need to Know About Celiac Disease Are you struggling with digestive issues, fatigue, or brain fog but don’t know why? You might have celiac disease, a condition that affects 1 in 100 people worldwide—but shockingly, most people remain undiagnosed. If gluten is harming your health, it’s time to take action.
In this post, we’ll cover: ✅ What celiac disease is and how it affects the body ✅ Common symptoms (including the hidden ones most doctors miss!) ✅ How to get tested for celiac disease ✅ The first steps to take if you’re diagnosed
Let’s dive in!
What Is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, not just a food allergy. When someone with celiac disease eats gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye), their immune system attacks the small intestine, causing inflammation and damage to the villi—tiny structures responsible for nutrient absorption. Over time, this leads to nutrient deficiencies, digestive issues, and serious long-term health problems.
Unlike gluten sensitivity, which causes discomfort without damaging the intestine, celiac disease is permanent and requires strict, lifelong avoidance of gluten.
Common Symptoms of Celiac Disease Celiac disease doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some people experience classic digestive symptoms, while others have silent celiac disease, meaning they have no obvious stomach issues but still suffer from long-term damage.
Here are some key symptoms to watch for:
🚨 Digestive Symptoms
- Chronic bloating and gas
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Nausea and stomach pain
🚨 Non-Digestive Symptoms
- Brain fog and memory issues
- Fatigue, even after a full night’s sleep
- Joint pain and inflammation
- Anemia (iron deficiency)
- Skin rashes (dermatitis herpetiformis)
- Infertility and hormone imbalances
If you have any of these symptoms, it’s time to consider celiac disease testing.
Not sure what is negatively effecting your body? Here is my 10 Day Food Journal that will help you log not only your food but your symptoms, mood, even your #2🙈. You can grab it HERE!
How to Get Tested for Celiac Disease If you suspect you have celiac disease, DO NOT go gluten-free before testing—this can cause false negative results.
Step 1: Blood Test – Ask your doctor for a tTG-IgA test, the most common screening test for celiac disease. Step 2: Endoscopy – If your blood test is positive, the next step is a biopsy to confirm damage in your small intestine. Step 3: Diagnosis & Next Steps – If you’re diagnosed, the only treatment is a strict gluten-free diet for life.
The good news? Removing gluten can be life-changing. Within weeks, many people notice higher energy levels, improved digestion, and reduced inflammation!
Your Next Steps: Making the Gluten-Free Transition Easier Feeling overwhelmed? You don’t have to do this alone!
The Gluten-Free Transformation Program is designed to **help you navigate gluten-free living
Cruising should be a dream vacation, not a gluten-filled nightmare! In this episode of Gluten Free You and Me, I’m sharing the ultimate guide to enjoying a cruise while staying safely gluten-free. I’ll walk you through three essential steps to take before your cruise—from contacting the cruise line in advance to packing a gluten-free survival kit. Then, I’ll share the top three tips for dining safely on board, including how to navigate buffets, communicate with staff, and avoid cross-contamination.
Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, these tips will help you relax, enjoy, and eat safely at sea.
👉 Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your fellow gluten-free travelers! 🚢✨ #GlutenFreeCruising #CeliacTravel
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Jenny’s new subscription box, Love Me Gluten Free, is the perfect solution for anyone looking to shake up their gluten-free routine. Imagine a curated box, arriving at your door each month, filled with carefully selected gluten-free goodies—snacks, meal ingredients, and even exclusive products you might not find in stores. Each box is designed to help you discover new brands and flavors, making it easier and more exciting to try new things.
Jenny and I talk about how Love Me Gluten Free brings back the joy of trying something different, helping you break free from those same-old meals. Plus, having a variety of gluten-free options at your fingertips can inspire you to create recipes and add a twist to your usual dishes. Jenny’s goal is to make gluten-free living accessible, enjoyable, and full of surprises. If you’re looking to bring fresh excitement to your meals and add a spark to your gluten-free lifestyle, this box is a fantastic way to do just that!
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Jenny is the founder of Love Me Gluten Free and the expert behind Good For You Gluten Free, a website that helps millions of people each year live their best gluten-free lives. Jenny is also the author of the award-winning book Dear Gluten, It’s Not Me, It’s You. Jenny was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2012 and since that fateful day has made it her mission to help the gluten-free community. "Food fear is real and I became fearful of food because so much of it made me sick. Then I discovered many amazing gluten-free brands, and realized that my love affair with food was just beginning. I can't wait to help you explore the gluten-free marketplace with a special box thoughtfully curated just for you!" - Jenny
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Why does it take an average of 6-10 years to diagnose celiac disease? In this episode, we delve into the harrowing journey of Mae, a young girl whose path to diagnosis was fraught with missteps and medical uncertainties. Thankfully, her mother, Martha, became her fiercest advocate, navigating the labyrinth of healthcare to secure the crucial answers Mae needed.
Tune in to hear their inspiring story of perseverance and advocacy. Discover how Martha's relentless pursuit for a proper diagnosis led them through a series of challenges, including the crucial moment they had to capture the ER doctors' attention to finally get the right answers. This episode sheds light on the often-overlooked struggles faced by families fighting for a correct celiac disease diagnosis and the resilience required to overcome them.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Have you ever faced health issues that no doctor could solve? Maybe they prescribed some meds and sent you on your way, but that's not a cure—it's just a temporary fix. What if you could uncover the root cause of what your body is truly asking for?
Today we have 2 incredible humans doing major things in this world to bring you true healing in your gut, hormones, mood, and your overall life!
Joshua Halls is a Family Nurse Practitioner who is very passionate about advocating for overall health and wellness. He currently oversees and is the medical director with Root Solutions. Josh has a background in biology, including disease process, prevention over prescription, and treating the root rather than another bandaid. Josh strongly advocates for patients to achieve and maintain their healthiest lives possible, keeping up with current trends and research to safely provide individualized care holistically and bridging health gaps as needed. As a certified Family Nurse Practitioner, he continues his education with Evidence-Based Practice to provide the best and most effective care for his patients.
Tyson Wilcox is a Physician’s Assistant with 5+ years of experience in medicine. Initially, He worked in Family Medicine, and Urgent Care addressing symptoms rather than the root of so many health concerns and issues.
Driven by the desire to make a more profound impact on his patients' well-being, Tyson decided to make a significant change and founded Root Solutions. At Root Solutions, his mission is to dive deeper into health concerns, providing comprehensive care that addresses the underlying issues rather than just the symptoms. This transition allows Tyson to practice medicine in a more meaningful and impactful way, aligning with his passion for truly helping patients achieve better health and outcomes.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Welcome to Celiac Connection! This podcast is all about celiac disease and why it's important to help each other and spread the word. In this episode, we'll talk about what celiac disease is, how it affects people's health, the problems they face, and how we can all work together to make things better.
- Understanding Celiac Disease:
Celiac disease is a serious problem where the body's immune system gets upset by a protein called gluten. It's found in wheat, barley, and rye. This illness affects about 1 out of 100 people worldwide. When someone with celiac disease eats gluten, it hurts their small intestine and makes them sick.
- Impact on Health and Well-being:
If celiac disease isn't taken care of, it can cause big problems like other sicknesses, weak bones, trouble having babies, and even cancer. But if it's caught early and the person eats a diet without gluten, they can feel better and live a good life.
- Challenges and Stigma:
People with celiac disease have a hard time finding food they can eat, and sometimes others don't understand their problem. This can make them feel sad or worried. It's important for everyone to know about celiac disease and be kind to people who have it.
- Raising Awareness and Advocacy:
We can all help by learning about celiac disease and telling others about it. We can also support each other and ask for more gluten-free food options in stores and restaurants. Together, we can make life easier for people with celiac disease.
Conclusion:
Thanks for listening to Celiac Connection! Remember, by working together and spreading the word about celiac disease, we can make life better for everyone. Let's keep supporting each other and making a difference!
To learn more about getting diagnosed with Celiac Disease... listen here: https://glutenfreewithcoral.com/2-15-do-you-suspect-celiac-disease/
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
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Carrie Veatch, a gluten-free traveler with celiac disease, created the first dedicated gluten-free app and now operates a food truck tour in Denver. Tune in to hear how Carrie navigates the world with celiac disease and her favorite strategies to stay safe while embracing cultures from around the globe. She now offers food truck tours available to book as early as this summer!
To get in touch with Carrie, find her in her FaceBook Group HERE
You can also email her directly at Forglutensake@gmail.com
Learn more about the programs I offer
Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
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Have you been hearing the hype about red light therapy and are wondering if it really lives up to it?
Well today we are talking with Dr Viv Chen to really dissect the science behind the red light, how it can help your body, and how to actually use it!
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Just a little bit about Red Light Therapy:
Red light therapy offers a range of benefits for both physical and mental well-being. Firstly, it promotes skin health by stimulating collagen production, reducing wrinkles, and improving overall skin tone and texture. Secondly, it helps alleviate pain and inflammation by increasing blood circulation and reducing inflammation in joints and muscles, making it effective for managing conditions like arthritis and muscle soreness. Lastly, red light therapy has been shown to enhance mood and mental clarity by stimulating the production of serotonin and endorphins, which are neurotransmitters responsible for feelings of happiness and well-being. With its non-invasive nature and minimal side effects, red light therapy is gaining popularity as a safe and effective holistic treatment option for various health concerns.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Join us on this flavorful journey as Laura Cooper from Rustic Scoop shares insights into the fascinating world of sourdough! Discover the secrets behind its gut-friendly benefits, learn how sourdough starter replaces conventional yeast, and unravel the simplicity of crafting gluten-free sourdough. Get ready to elevate your baking game and nourish your body with every delicious bite.
Join Rustic Scoop's email list to stay updated on when her next sourdough class will be and how to have her starter sent directly to your home.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Welcome to episode 2 of Gluten Free You & Me, where we delve into the transformative journey of 21-year-old Natalie Neuhaus, who, just 8 months ago, received a life-changing diagnosis of Celiac Disease. Join us as Natalie opens up about her lifelong struggle with an unhealthy relationship with food and how her recent lifestyle changes have not only alleviated symptoms but have resulted in a remarkable improvement in her overall well-being.
In this episode, Natalie shares her experiences navigating college life while managing Celiac Disease. Discover the challenges she faced, the adjustments she made, and the unexpected benefits she reaped. Tune in to learn about the proactive steps Natalie took in the past 2 months that have led to astonishing results – from the disappearance of acne to increased energy levels, reduced bloating, and an overall sense of well-being she never thought possible.
Natalie's candid insights will inspire and educate as she discusses the positive impact of her dietary choices on her physical and mental health. If you or someone you know is grappling with Celiac Disease or an unhealthy relationship with food, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical tips for a healthier lifestyle.
Join us as we explore Natalie's empowering journey towards health, self-discovery, and the unexpected positive outcomes that emerged from her commitment to well-being. Subscribe now to Gluten Free You & Me for more inspiring stories and insightful conversations.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
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Calling all Type 1 Diabetics out there... this episode is for YOU! You will just love Lorin and her realistic and proactive approach that she brings to those struggling with celiac and/or Type 1 Diabetics!
In this episode she is raving about the new app called Honey Health for the diabetic community. And this app is amazing for Type 1, Type 2 and even Gestational Diabetics. You can find more info HERE!
You can find Lorin @goodglutenfreegrub on all social media platforms!
Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
Learn more about Coral's Programs
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
I've had the privilege of coaching thousands of people just like you, and I've seen them not just survive but thrive in their gluten-free living. It's not about it being magically easy, but it is about being intentional, doable, and healing for your body and soul. Imagine the strength it takes to resist the allure of a decadent chocolate cake at a party – that's the kind of willpower you're cultivating.
Today, I want to share three actionable steps you can take, starting today, that will make a world of difference. Be sure to listen to the entire episode, because I go into detail as to how to do these 3 things most efficiently!
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Create Your Gluten-Free Menu: Make a list of three breakfast options, three lunch ideas, three dinner recipes, three snack choices, and three desserts. Having these go-to options will make meal planning and grocery shopping much simpler.
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Organize Your Kitchen: Create a designated a shelf or space in your fridge, freezer, and pantry for gluten-free items. Having a safe shelf ensures your food won't cross-contaminate, giving you peace of mind.
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Find Your Gluten-Free Resources: Discover stores near you that offer a variety of gluten-free products. While it's tempting to buy everything labeled "gluten-free," it's not necessary. Some packaged foods might not be suitable for your taste or budget. Look for gluten-free options at places like
Walmart (Walmart Pick Up Discount on first order)
Costco
Thrive Market (You get 40% off your first order, All orders get free shipping over $49)
and local stores like Smiths, Kroger, or Ralphs.
Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
Learn more about Coral's Programs
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
In this episode, I open my heart to share a deeply personal journey – my journey – from the grips of rheumatoid arthritis to triumph and resilience. Join me as I take you through the transformative stages that reshaped my life.
It all began with the discovery of natural remedies like turmeric and fish oil, which alleviated my joint pain and inflammation. Embracing an anti-inflammatory diet became my mantra, bidding farewell to processed foods and welcoming the nourishment of fresh, whole foods. Slowly, I introduced exercise, starting gently with workouts and gradually embracing cardio sessions, symbolizing my triumphant victory over adversity.
This story is not just mine; it’s a reminder to all of us about the incredible power within us to adapt, overcome, and rewrite our narratives. I invite you to tune in, subscribe, and be inspired to embark on your unique journey of triumph. Remember, with determination and care, your body can achieve extraordinary things. Stay motivated, stay healthy, and keep pushing toward your goals.
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Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
In today's episode, we're diving into the world of thoughtful gifting, especially when your loved one is picky or, in our case, gluten-free. We'll be joined by a very special guest who has a unique perspective on this topic.
Meet Our Guest: Our guest today is Calli McPherson, a remarkable mom, wife, and small business owner. In 2018, while 18 weeks pregnant, Calli received a life-changing diagnosis: Celiac disease. Instead of letting this define her, Calli combined her entrepreneurial spirit with her newfound gluten-free lifestyle. In August 2020, she launched "William James Gifts," a gourmet gluten-free gift basket company. Just fourteen months later, she opened her first storefront, where she offers a range of gourmet gluten-free foods, unique gifts, and, of course, her signature gift baskets. Calli's mission is to inspire others to view Celiac as not an end but a powerful new beginning that can transform us into stronger versions of ourselves.
Episode Highlights:
- How Calli's Celiac diagnosis ignited her entrepreneurial journey.
- The inspiration behind William James Gifts and their gourmet gluten-free gift baskets.
- The importance of staying positive and optimistic when living with dietary restrictions.
- Why allergen-friendly gift options are truly remarkable and heartwarming.
More info on the the gift baskets: https://www.williamjamesgifts.com/
Learn more about the programs I offer
Remember, I've got your back. I have a comprehensive gluten-free guide available on my website. It's packed with valuable information to make your journey smoother. And if you want to spread the knowledge, I've created free "I am gluten-free" and "I have celiac disease" printables you can share with others.
For more resources, visit my website HERE!
In a million years, who would've guessed that the food we eat - or often, the food we don't eat - could be a wellspring of such complex emotions? Today, we're delving deep into the intricate world of emotions that accompany food restrictions. We'll tackle some of the most challenging feelings head-on and provide you with actionable steps to instantly uplift your spirits, offering the support and self-love you truly deserve!
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We have multiple autoimmune diseases in our family.
Including celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. My 9 year old was suffering in so many ways, we were desperate for help and to cut inflammation throughout her entire body.
Tune in to hear how the Anti Inflammatory Protocol Challenge (We like to call it the 'healthy challenge') changed her life forever! Not to mention each of my kids were able to see significant changes in their bodies for the better... including Sadie who can now eat dairy!!!
Learn more about the Healthy Challenge Here: celiaccoach.teachable.com/p/healthy-reset-challenge
And you can find more resources: https://glutenfreewithcoral.com
Have you ever wondered if you have celiac disease? Tune in to hear how you can know and get feeling your best!
Blood Work: TTG is the abbreviation for tissue transglutaminase, an enzyme that is present in the intestines, as well as in other parts of the body. ... There are 2 main types of anti-TTG antibodies, or immunoglobulins, that can be measured when one is tested for celiac disease: TTG IgA and TTG IgG
Must be eating gluten to show positive
Endoscopic Biopsy: The only true way to get a diagnosis
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Carry the gene: HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8 You have to carry one of these genes to have celiac disease. This does not necessarily mean that you have or will ever have celiac disease. It means that you have the ability and an increased risk of developing CD.
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For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
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Being gluten-free doesn't mean you have to give up your favorite foods, you just have to find new ways to enjoy them.
It is amazing how our minds, which are incredibly brilliant, work for us. However, in some instances, their protective mechanisms create a lot of fear and uncertainty. It is our job to work through the difficult times and create the journey and the life we truly want.
Today, I am sharing what I believe is vital to simplify and even enjoy your gluten-free life.
To find out more about my 12 week Transformation Coaching Program message me at coral@servingceliacs.com
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
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Starting out is the hardest part!
Finding your gluten-free groove will come, and as it does, you will start seeing the light. I promise that you will get there. This doesn't mean that it will always be easy in the future, but what I am saying is that it will get easier. The hard days will become fewer and farther between!
Tune in today to find out how you can simplfy the daunting process of just starting out!
To get started with coaching with me email me Coral@servingceliacs.com
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
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I suffered with years of joint pain… I thought that was just my lot in life… until I changed that narrative and took action… and I am not talking prescription drugs- tune in to today’s show to hear how I have not only managed my joint pain due to my rheumatoid arthritis but I am active and enjoying life with minimal to no pain now!!!
Tune in to Hear my 5 of my best tips for calming joint inflammation.
To learn more and see if my new Gluten Free Transformation Program is right for you, sign up for a free consultation call!
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to GlutenFreeWithCoral.com
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I was thrown back into the dating world after 12 years of marriage… I could have an entire podcast dedicated to just dating after a divorce case let me tell you- that comes with just about every emotion there is and I have stories for days!!!… but you throw gluten free into the mix and it makes things just a tad bit trickier.
The main points that we discuss in this episode are:
How and when do you tell someone you are gluten free?
Navigating eating out and picking a place.
What about kissing after they have eaten gluten?
What do you do if they aren’t on board with how you are eating?
And we have a special guest at the end JR Fonoimoana sharing his experience with dating me. From the first date to now and how he has processed and understood the importance of my health. This is a great episode to share with someone you are dating!
To learn more and see if my new Gluten Free Transformation Program is right for you, sign up for a free consultation call!
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to GlutenFreeWithCoral.com
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Do you ever wonder what it would look like to have a gluten free coach?
Today I am Going to give you a glimpse of the role coaching. Has played in my life as well as how I have helped over 1,000 people by coaching them through their gluten free journey.
To get started with coaching with me email me Coral@servingceliacs.com
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to GlutenFreeWithCoral.com
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What is the first thing that comes to your. Mind when you hear the word diet? Today we are going remove that word from our vocabulary forever- we just don’t even need it!
Email me Coral@servingceliacs.com for more information regarding the Gluten Free Transformation Program or my Holiday Group Coaching!
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Product Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to GlutenFreeWithCoral.com
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Gluten Free is more than just reading labels.
It’s more than what you put in your mouth.
It’s about managing your thoughts and emotions and your time!
Tune in today to hear how you can get to the root of your gluten free pain points!
For more resources head over to GlutenFreeWithCoral.com
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We did it! After learning my daughter has 5 autoimmune diseases we have successfully finished Red River Health and Wellness Program… I can’t wait to share with you today the biggest takeaways and how our lives will never be the same.
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For Coaching email me at coral.barajas@gmail.com
Traveling gluten free takes a bit of planning and thought work… but when you want to feel your best while traveling- eating healthier gluten free foods is essential and so doable.
Tune in today to hear our best tips as I chat with the gluten free travel queen- Elikqitie.
Elikqitie is a foodie, traveler, podcast producer, consultant, author and creative who is a content marketer by day, writing and creating content for herself and her clients. She is always dreaming up new ideas to add to her creative collection of content.
Her love of travel mixed with having Celiac disease has led her to blend her passion with creativity in publishing her podcast Travel Gluten Free. In addition to her podcast, Elikqitie also has published her book, The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free, so that gluten-free travelers can learn how to travel independently without fear on their next vacation adventure!
Elikqitie wants to bring excitement, fun, and enjoyment back into the lives of people who live the gluten-free lifestyle. By combining great interviews and informational episodes, she brings the "how-to" for living a stress-free gluten-free life for the gluten-free traveler.
Connect with her on IG @travelglutenfreepodcast and grab a copy of her book The Guide to Traveling Gluten Free when you visit www.travelglutenfreepodcast.com
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Understanding what clean eating can seem like an overwhelming process. But the truth is- there is not right or wrong way. You get to do you, one step and one bite at a time! Listen to this episode to hear how Chef Amber advocates and leads by example of this very thing! CHEF AMBER CAUDLE is a spiritually-led chef, host, and author who believes that food nourishes us from the inside out. She is also the CEO and co-owner of Source Collab, a hospitality group made of her restaurants Source Café Hermosa Beach and the newly launched Nine24 Kitchen in Manhattan Beach. Chef Amber loves to find the simple and natural, yet delicious and nutritious alternatives to old favorites that anyone can enjoy. She combines her drive to use food to heal the mind and body with her classical culinary training. At Source Collab, Chef Amber leads the culture and creative operations of all locations and oversees the team. Source Collab’s mission is to nourish every aspect of life throughout their brands. Chef Amber also hosts Wholicious, which is available to stream on YouTube here. In this conscious cooking show, she shares her expertise in the field of holistic, wholesome food and cooking with segments on journaling, meditation and more. Chef Amber is currently working on two books: HUNGRY - Why I fucking eat, how I became honest with food, my body and myself which shares her authentic journey of how she became honest with food, her body, and herself, and her forthcoming cookbook Sexy Nourishing Food*
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I recently became obsessed with GFJules flour blend and knew I needed Jules on the show. I made both sweet and savory dishes and each time I used her blend it was a winner... when does that happen with gluten free flour???
I can't wait for you to hear what a pioneer and an adovcate Jules is for our GF community. We should all be sending her thank you cards and flowers for ALL of her efforts! This episode is packed with so much information and inspiration.
You can get her flour blends HERE and use the code: Coral10 for a discount!
Bio: Jules Shepard is the CEO and Founder of gfJules, the #1 gluten free flour and baking mixes company in the US. She is also a highly regarded member of the gluten-free and food allergy community, having written 3 award-winning books in the space and championed the gluten-free food labeling movement. She is a tireless advocate for the GF and food allergy community. Her educating and lobbying efforts helped her garner the first ever “Gluten Free Person of the Decade” award.
It took me 16 years to get my celiac disease diagnosis. According to the Beyond Celiac Organization, it takes an average of 6-10 years to get diagnosed with celiac disease.
Today's episode is all about spreading awareness and informing others on how to get tested and how you can now get tested at home with I'm Aware screening test kits so you don't have to wait 10 years to know how to help your body!
Listen to this episode to hear all about it. Share it with a friend who can benefit!
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Our health journey continues! Listen to hear what devastating autoimmune diseases my daughter Chanelle was diagnosed with in January of this year. In this episode I share what we are doing as a family to help all of our bodies heal! I refer to the Anti Inflammatory Diet Guide by Dr Josh Redd. I am excited for this entire season of elevating our gluten free health journey. I truly will never be the same! I am so grateful that my body is learning to heal itself primarily by the foods we are eating! Ready to overhaul your gluten free life? I am here to help you every step of the way with my new: Gluten Free Transformation Program ###### with one on one coaching, the course program, a workbook, guides and all the resources you need to thrive in your gluten free world! Start today!
Why settle for feeling better when you can feel your best? Our Gluten Free Healing Journey Continues... Living completely gluten free has been life changing for my and my family! I truly have never physically felt better! But better is not where I want to end… I want to be my best and I also want the best for kids too! This episode will give you the background of our gluten free journey, diagnosis of celiac disease, symptoms and what we have done prior to 2022.
You are not going to want to skip this episode as it leads right into Season 2 Episode 2!
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The holidays can be the trickiest time of year for those of us with restricted food diets! It is hard on so many levels. With family, with recipes that have been passed on for generations, with traveling, should I really go on… well, I am here today to help you wrap your head around this holiday season. To help you show up as your best gluten free self. Creating new memories and even new dishes!
I brought a special guest on the show today to help inspire us and give us 3 tips to make our holidays safe, delicious and filled with new memories.
Taleen Benson is the baker behind the gluten-free blog, Just As Tasty. I've just launched my first cookbook, Just As Tasty: Gluten-Free & Eggless Baking Through The Seasons. As the wife of someone with a ton of allergies, She knows how overwhelming it is to try to navigate food allergies, particularly when it comes to planning for holidays and celebrations. Taleen is here to bring the fun back into the kitchen with simple yet irresistible dessert recipes for all occasions!
The cookbook includes sweet treats for every season and celebration -- goodies like Red Velvet Whoopie Pies, Apple Cider Snickerdoodles, Dark Chocolate Donuts, and Chocolate Raspberry Layer Cake, just to name a few.
Check out Taleen's Website HERE
The topic today is real and raw. I know a lot of you can relate. The journey of becoming gluten free is going to look different for each of us. But ultimately we get to decide when we will make our own selves our priority and really commit to helping our bodies heal and thrive! Raela's journey is oh so inspiring, but her realization didn't come over night, nor did it come from her doctor. She is fighting for her and now listening to her body and is feeling so much better already! She is the most caring and selfless person, always putting herself last... I truly believe that is why it has taken her so long to do this for herself! She is incredible and happens to be my sister!
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Join me as I talk about the 6 best tips for ensuring a fun and safe October. After being gluten free for 6 years and having 3 children that have to avoid gluten at all costs- these tips are how I not only survive but thrive through all the parties, get togethers, and trick or treating!
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Learn my 3 set boundaries that helps to keep me gluten free, safe, and also having healthy relationships with those around me.
This episode was created as a spin off from my recently launched book titled,
'No Matter What: Choose JOY Whether You Stay In
Or Leave A Hard Marriage'
Chapter 4 is titled, Boundaries Are A Blessing. Yes it is so applicable with food and any hardship really! I can't wait for you to dive in to this episode!
Thank you to our podcast sponsor Danielle Walker!
'You can live a full, happy, healthy life without feeling hungry, excluded, or deprived. For the first time, New York Times bestselling cookbook author and wellness advocate Danielle Walker reveals the full story of her journey to find life again through the healing power of food in her new book
Food Saved Me
Through her trials, tribulations, and triumphs, you find that no matter what your ailment, there is hope.'
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Do you have a household of gluten/gluten free eaters and need some inspiration to make your life and home life easier and safer? I hope this episode will inspire you to have more peace and functionality in your life. I share my journey, I share my best tips as well as several others from our gluten free Instagram community!
I also share my favorite thing about being glutened- I can't believe those words just came out of my mouth- but it is true- tune in to hear what it is...
Thank you to our podcast sponsor Danielle Walker!
'You can live a full, happy, healthy life without feeling hungry, excluded, or deprived. For the first time, New York Times bestselling cookbook author and wellness advocate Danielle Walker reveals the full story of her journey to find life again through the healing power of food in her new book
Food Saved Me
Through her trials, tribulations, and triumphs, you find that no matter what your ailment, there is hope.'
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We are talking about all the emotions of grief today... even 'Food Grief' or better yet 'Gluten Grief'. I share the best tips of processing and accepting this new lifestyle. This episode was created as a spin off from my recently launched book titled,
'No Matter What: Choose JOY Whether You Stay In
Or Leave A Hard Marriage'
chapter 2 is titled, Every Single Emotion. Yes it is so applicable with food and any hardship really! I can't wait for you to dive in to this episode!
The Course I reference to is HERE!
Thank you to our podcast sponsor Danielle Walker with Food Saved Me
You can live a full, happy, healthy life without feeling hungry, excluded, or deprived. For the first time, New York Times bestselling cookbook author and wellness advocate Danielle Walker reveals the full story of her journey to find life again through the healing power of food in her new book Food Saved Me. Through her trials, tribulations, and triumphs, you'll find that no matter what your ailment, there is hope.
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In this episode I share with you my favorite ways that I make my gluten free home a place of safety, security and positivity. Plus at the end of my words- I have a special guest with me that we talk real and raw about keeping my home safe and how she helps me do this!
I highlight my podcast episodes:
Episode 29: How To Function When You Are 'Glutened'
Episode 55: Gluten Free Food Storage that Makes Sense
Episode 44: When Gluten Stresses You Out
Thank you to our podcast sponsor Danielle Walker with Food Saved Me
You can live a full, happy, healthy life without feeling hungry, excluded, or deprived. For the first time, New York Times bestselling cookbook author and wellness advocate Danielle Walker reveals the full story of her journey to find life again through the healing power of food in her new book Food Saved Me. Through her trials, tribulations, and triumphs, you’ll find that no matter what your ailment, there is hope.
Tune in to hear my best 3 ways to really step up your gluten free game at work.
They are easy things that you can start implementing tomorrow and will make a lasting and happy impact on your work-life and for everyone you work with too!
This episode is so informative! We talk all things gut health... and answer these following questions:
What is SIBO?
What is FODMAP diet?
How do you get diagnosed?
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Looking for ways to improve your gut health? Tim give great tips that you can start doing today that won't cost you a penny. He also has chemical free products to help aid in the process as well. He is offering a special double discount to all tuning in today!
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Interested in participating the clinical study?
- The PROACTIVE study is testing the safety and effects of the investigational medicine, PRV-015, combined with a gluten-free diet to reduce symptoms and intestinal inflammation caused by accidental gluten exposure in people with celiac disease.
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- To qualify for the trial, individuals must be between the ages 18-70, have a clinical diagnosis of celiac disease, maintained a gluten-free diet for at least 12 months and still experiencing celiac disease symptoms.
- For more information, visit www.ProactiveCeliac.com.
All things summer! Let's get set up for gluten free success. We will dive into: Best Tips, Best Trips and Best Mindset!
We reference to the Gluten Free Course
And the RV Vacation Blogpost
Join me as I chat with Colleen about the importance of purified oats and the leading technology that will force companies be more transparent, providing us with more safe foods!
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For the month of May as we celebrate Celiac Awareness month we are also in the nitty gritty of our Gluten Free your year challenge and this month is all about Gluten Freeing your bathroom!!!
Now let’s dive deep into a great controversial topic. Do all of my beauty products really need to be gluten free?
You have some that say an absolute yes your skin is your largest organ and it absorbs everything you put on it and some say no that it doesn’t matter as long as it is not ingested orally. Well what do we do with that split of opinions???
Well, just with anything I speak about… you get to do YOU! There are three of us in our family who have Celiac disease and each of us react and respond different- we get to adapt just like you do! You get to decide how this answer looks to you.
In this episode I give you my top 3 tips that have helped me to ensure that I am being safe and smart especially with my beauty products.
Do you know what MAY is …. Celiac Awareness Month!!! It has been one my favorite month of the year since we were first diagnosed a little over 6 years ago.
In this episode I share my top 5 gluten free resources that have helped thousands of people with their gluten free life!
All of these resources can be found HERE
Direct link to Course HERE use code: MAY50 for 50% off
3 tips with losing weight without dieting
Katie is a Certified Health Education Specialist and a Wellness & Health Coach who specializes in weight loss. She has a Masters Degree in Community Health Education and started Health Wellness & Chocolate after struggling with her own weight for 30 years. After giving herself a "year of grace", she stopped dieting and started researching to understand the psychology behind weight loss.
Once she started applying the research to her own life, the weight began to come off. 60 pounds later, she turned her journey into a course to help other women lose weight for the last time and go from feeling powerless around food to being empowered and having peace with food without a crazy eating plan or insane exercise routine.
Here is the link to The Health & Wellness Blueprint, I offer a $1 trial and if they like it, they have an exclusive offer for $100 off the price, typically $397/ for lifetime access to the course but it's only $297 with the trial. Here is that link https://www.healthwellnessandchocolate.com/pl/146304
While we are still social distancing- we are all hoping and praying that life can resume back to a new normal soon and that we can TRAVEL again!
I had Erin Collins on my IG Live and knew that you all needed to hear this too.
Listen in for great tips to help you plan your next gluten free vacation!
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Welcome to month THREE of the Gluten Free Your Year challenge! Do you not know what I am talking about?? Well we are having a year long challenge with different goals and tips to help each of us- me included- to take our gluten free life up a notch- to really be thriving in all areas. Make sure you are subscribed to my weekly email to get the calendar and all the inside scoop! You can head to serving celiacs.com and sign up!
This month's theme is "Gluten Free Your Food, so get ready because we're going to be testing out a lot of new foods! Food is central to the gluten free way of living because, well, many foods have gluten and we all have to eat! Whether you've been gluten free for a day or a decade, we can all do a little better and learn new things, right?
This month's challenge is all about reducing decision fatigue when standing in front of the refrigerator thinking, "What do I eat?" We are going to make a meal plan, create a shopping list, find new ways to make old favorites, and make it easy peasy to eat gluten free.
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To help with this decision fatigue it means we need a plan of action. We need to know how we are going to execute our day to day life.
Have you ever wondered if a product was safe and don’t know where to turn for a real answer? I sure have… let’s be real- label reading can be so hard.
I have had a few scanning apps that have helped me in the past. But they quickly seem out of date and not very accurate. It is hard and makes it trusting products so confusing.
Recently I have fallen in love with a new mobile app called Spoonful. It is more than just a scanning app- it is the foundation of an amazing GF community. I can’t wait for you to hear more about it in this episode as I have Deepa, the co founder of this amazing new app!
If you just found out you need to be gluten free or have celiac disease, or need to make your kitchen safer, or maybe you are wanting to have a gluten free section in your home for an extended family, or friend this episode is going to help you achieve exactly what you are wanting to accomplish!
Overhaul your Kitchen:
1: Gather all your GF food and put it in one spot and label it as such.
2: Utensils and dishes
3: Create a GF Zone
4: Inventory your kitchen: what do you need more of? What are you missing?
5: Make your own GF Cookbook
https://www.servingceliacs.com/post/february-gluten-free-your-kitchen
Have you experienced the grieving cycle with gluten elimination? I sure have and I still cycle through it at times! Listen to episode 58 to hear what I experienced just last month with this very topic.
This episode is GOLD! Jamee breaks it down and helps us to allow ourselves to feel all the feels and emotions and then provides the tools to help yourself out of the gluten rut! I already listened to it 3 times and it hasn't even aired yet- It really is that good!
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Happy New Year!!
How many of you are setting resolutions, goals, or intentions for 2021? Well, if any of those goals revolve around living your best gluten free life, I’m here to help!
I receive messages every day from friends just like you who want solid, actionable ideas for improving their gluten free life. Inspired by this request, I’ve spent the past few months creating my new, year long challenge, “Gluten Free Year with Coral!”
Gluten Free Year is a FREE year long challenge that will help you take the steps you need to gluten free your life! Whether you've been gluten free for decades or days, this challenge will help you up your health game.
Listen to hear what this months theme is and how we are going to really transform our lives and our minds!
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This is such an intimidating process. But I am here to help you to do this without losing your complete mind!
Actually I have some really awesome tips that I wish I had learned years ago- and yet these tips help me even thrive today even after 6 years! For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Well, it was shocking for Mary to learn that after she was 'gluten free' for several years, her doctor told her otherwise. She is a cancer fighting- multiple auto immune disease warrior. Life isn't easy at all, but Mary shares her journey how she has had to make some changes to really thrive. The best part is- when she changed those habits- she truly has seen and felt improvements!!
I know Mary is not alone in her story. It is so important to listen to your body and treat it with the most respect and love. And sometimes that means to fine tune your eating habits and step up your gluten free groove.
Covid was a HUGE wake up call for the world and realizing how much we need to be prepared... but for those of us with celiac disease, food allergies or an intolerances...it felt like a major slap in the face- 'get it together'! We were in survival mode!
So now that the shelves in the grocery store are stocked up again, it is important to get our shelves stocked in our homes too, so that no matter what happens in the world around us, we are not in fear about what we are going to eat.
This podcast was inspired by Meg From @MoreMomma. Go check out her blogpost for further details https://www.moremomma.com/long-term-food-storage-ideas/
And of course my blogpost https://www.servingceliacs.com/post/gluten-free-food-storage-that-makes-sense
Todays guest had me at her cookie!!! It really is that incredible that I wanted to be her friend- and then hearing her story has inspired me so much! Since recording this episode 3 weeks have gone by and Maria has been become my personal trainer and has me all sorts of sore and feeling my best. I am in week 3 of her 30 day clean eating program and I feel so much better in my core. I can’t wait for you to hear her journey and all that she is putting out in the world.
Halle was just diagnosed with Celiac Disease 3 weeks ago and has a lot of questions. In 4 months she will be moving out and going away to college. She is trying to learn as much as she can before she is out on her own!
Today I have Shirine who is the mother of a newly diagnosed 11 year old daughter. She came with a lot of questions, and she let with inspiration and hope!
I share some of my favorite resources for newly diagnosed and those needing help finding their gluten free groove!
eCourse:
https://celiaccoach.teachable.com/p/theglutenfreecoachecourse/
Gluten Free Guide
https://www.servingceliacs.com/product-page/gluten-free-guide
Today I have one of my favorite friends here on the show! Meg is an Italian trained chef and momma of 3. She is the owner and creator of the More Momma Blog and Cooking School. She is super talented and helps thousands of moms find their way around their kitchen and feed their children food that they will actually want to eat! She has a really fun cooking club… it is like the best way to learn to cook- especially covid style. It is all virtual. All of her recipes can be adapted and morphed into gluten free and/or dairy free awesome dishes. She just gets how to do food elimination to help anyone eat amazing foods.
Her and I actually worked together for a few years. We created a cookbook, an app, we were on NewsChannels and traveled the country speaking and cooking together to help empower people to eat safely and with amazing flavors no matter what the restrictions were.
Meg is the best… I can’t wait for you to hear her tips that she shares today. Quick and easy tweaks that you can start doing today to help step up your cooking game…
Enough of me talking… here’s MEG!
Sometimes life throws you curveballs you were not expecting. Today, I have Shara Mock here with us sharing her family's journey as they were forced into changing up their diets to help her husband live his best life.
Shara is a wife and mom to three littles. In 2018, they became a gluten-free and plant based family after her husband was diagnosed with a hereditary form of peripheral neuropathy.
After taking a step back from healthcare consulting to focus on homeschooling her kids, Shara had a deep passion to share their families health journey. With the vision to inspire and educate on all aspects of health (physical, mental, social, spiritual), through their health experience and others, “Health Me Health U” was created.
Instagram: @HealthMeHealthU
Podcast: Health Me Health U
Out of all the Gluten Free Packages we receive, my kids favorite- hands down is the The Little GF Chef box. We get it monthly and it is seriously so much fun.
Today I have Jereann with us and she shares her success story of creating the greatest boxes and gifts any gluten free family would enjoy!
https://littlegfchefs.com
Use: servingceliacs10 at checkout for 10% off
School is back in session! Wow does that look different for everyone all over the world! Whether you homeschool your kids, do some days in school and some days homeschooled or your kids are back to school full time today I am sharing my 3 best tips for you to have a safe and happy gluten free year...
It is safe to say that I am living out my biggest fears at this time in my life.
Today I am sharing the hard, the ugly and then the reality of what I have been experiencing lately. Amidst the hardest trials I am finding ways to find hope and even joy.
I share my 5 lessons that I have learned throughout this time! I hope that it can help give you hope no matter what you are personally experiencing right now!
Xox, Coral
Jenny Levine Finke is the founder of Good For You Gluten Free, where she helps people with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities manage their diet and restore their health. She is a certified integrative nutrition coach, certified by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and a has cultivated an audience of more than 100,000 monthly readers. Jenny also found The Bloggers Club and runs the Denver Bloggers Club, a 600 member organization, where she plans monthly workshops and an annual conference for bloggers and influencers called the Fuel Your Influence Conference.
Today's podcast is sponsored by the Gluten Intolerance Group, also known as GIG.
In 1974, back when celiac disease was considered rare, GIG was founded as a support organization, helping people navigate gluten-free living.
As times have changed, so has the Gluten Intolerance Group!
Today GIG operates over 90 support groups, for adults and for kids, because social support makes living gluten-free so much sweeter. Find a group near you and lots of great resources at gluten.org.
Jenny gives a great example… if you get stabbed in the gut with a knife, when you pull the knife out, are you healed?? No, you must take care of that wound- just as we need to help heal our gut after years of the damaged caused with gluten. This is the message she shares… what to do next to truly heal your gut!
Take the Quiz: bit.ly/CDquiz
Today I had the amazing privilege to speak with Michelle Spano who is the the Communications Manager at the Gluten intolerance group. She oversees their social media as well as all communications in and out of the organization. She is gluten-free and lives in New Jersey with her husband and son. She loves to cook and bake, and has had quite quite the adventure throughout this quarantine time with working full-time and being solo with a toddler. I know I can relate to her and I am sure so many of you can too. I loved talking to her today, anytime I speak with anyone from the gig, I have that much more respect for our certified gluten free label on our favorite products. The entire organization is like one big gluten free family. Today, I think you will feel that love for them as you listen to this conversation I had with Michelle, She is transparent, sincere and loves the work she is doing!
Living a gluten free life can be so overwhelming. But with the right tools, resources, and attitude you can lessen that stress and enjoy this lifestyle more than ever.
This episode I teach you the principles to help you overcome that stressful mentality and get yourself on board and excited to rock this lifestyle!
This is an episode that I have been feeling like I needed to do. Tune in to hear exactly why... but if you have been feeling a lack of motivation or you have been feeling down or fearful... this episode is just for you!
Wether COVID 19, your gluten free living or your kids are driving you nuts- I offer some help and guidance that I am personally living myself right now!
Listen in to see what has helped me the most...
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Today’s episode is a special one. I have two celiac celebrities. Yes I am talking major celebrities to our gluten free community. Mike and Cam from the Celiac Project!! They are on a public mission to help people who are coping with the life changing gluten free diagnosis and to help them feel empowered moving forward, and live a safe and fulfilling life. Their efforts to advance the conversation about what we can do individually and as a society to support the gluten intolerant community has been an inspiring journey for all of us to watch and be a part of. Michael was finally diagnosed with celiac disease after so many long years of suffering, As a filmmaker himself, he decided the world needed a documentary of true and important facts about Celiac Disease. So he took on the Celiac Project. I am going to let you hear for yourself how Michael and cam joined forces to continue this effort with their Podcasts ‘The Celiac Project’
Shortly after connecting with Mike and Cam, we realized how close our missions aligned and we had an instant connection. I wanted them to be guests on my podcast and they asked me to be a guest on theirs! So that is exactly what we did. This is a 2 part recording… To hear them interview me, go check them out at the celiac project wherever you like to listen to podcasts. And now lets patch you into the conversation that I had with them and we can learn all about the film and all the amazing resources they have for our community!
You will first hear from Mike. I asked him to tell us a little bit about himself and how The Celiac Project became his mission.
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Today’s episode is a special one. I have two celiac celebrities. Yes I am talking major celebrities to our gluten free community. Mike and Cam from the Celiac Project!! They are on a public mission to help people who are coping with the life changing gluten free diagnosis and to help them feel empowered moving forward, and live a safe and fulfilling life. Their efforts to advance the conversation about what we can do individually and as a society to support the gluten intolerant community has been an inspiring journey for all of us to watch and be a part of. Michael was finally diagnosed with celiac disease after so many long years of suffering, As a filmmaker himself, he decided the world needed a documentary of true and important facts about Celiac Disease. So he took on the Celiac Project. I am going to let you hear for yourself how Michael and cam joined forces to continue this effort with their Podcasts ‘The Celiac Project’
Shortly after connecting with Mike and Cam, we realized how close our missions aligned and we had an instant connection. I wanted them to be guests on my podcast and they asked me to be a guest on theirs! So that is exactly what we did. This is a 2 part recording… To hear them interview me, go check them out at the celiac project wherever you like to listen to podcasts. And now lets patch you into the conversation that I had with them and we can learn all about the film and all the amazing resources they have for our community!
You will first hear from Mike. I asked him to tell us a little bit about himself and how The Celiac Project became his mission.
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Being prepared for an emergency when you have food allergies, intolerances or celiac disease is CRUCIAL!!!
Today I am going to cover 5 main things that will help you in case of any emergency. This looks different for everyone, every family and in every different stage of your life.
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Food Storage
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Medications and Personal Items
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Emergency Back Pack
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Electric Outage Preparations
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Water Outage Preparations
Double check to make sure you have subscribed to this podcast so that you don’t miss another episode.
And do you have a favorite social media platform? Instagram, youtube, Pinterest, facebook… I want to see your gluten free face there too. So go find me @servingceliacs wherever you like to hang out and go and have the best gluten free day!
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Does cooking intimidate you like it does me??
Today I ran into a long time FaceBook friend that I had to hop on and record our conversation because her tips and knowledge were just that amazing!
She not only is incredible in the kitchen but when you hear what she does to help pay it forward in the world, you are going to just love her more!
Head over to https://www.servingceliacs.com/blog for a yummy Banana Cocoa Waffle Recipe!!
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Ever wish you had a personal Siri or an Alexa for your gluten free life?
Well, I thought it would be fun to answer some of my most frequently asked questions about gluten free living. Everyone's journey will look a little different from each other but nonetheless if you are tuning in here you are most likely interested in creating a better life for yourself or those you love.
Is this episode I teach different practices that I personally do daily to help me and my family on this gluten free journey. 4 years into it and I still can improve and as I do, I create resources to help!
What better way to learn and create than to be associated with all of you in the Journey. Thank you for tuning in. Thank you for being a part of this awesome community!
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If you are contemplating trying out a gluten free lifestyle... Listen to this episode first. There are things to consider before going gluten free.
Tune in to hear how you can identify the culprit to your stomach issues. Not any 2 people are alike. You have to put in some work to figure out how you can live your best and healthiest life.
Food Journal
eCourse
ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Today I have the amazing Stacey Juhnke telling us all about the programs and resources available for children!! This is so empowering and exciting. Tune in to hear all about it!!
For additional resources and link:
Generation GF https://gluten.org/community/kids/
Teen Summit https://gluten.org/news-events/generation-gf-2020-teen-summit/
Teen Summit https://gluten.org/news-events/generation-gf-2020-teen-summit/
Orlando Florida: 75 teens – Roughly half full as of 2-1-2020
$125 for teens
$75 for Family
$25 for Splitsville – bowling & dinner
Support Groups https://gluten.org/community/
Membership - https://gluten.org/become-a-member/
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
We could not fit all the goodness we needed to into one episode. SO we did TWO!
Listen in to see how Kathlena calls me out and gives me an assignment.
Generally speaking when you have gut damage there can be several culprits. Do certain foods cause inflammation? Bloating? Sleepy? Tune in and get all the inside scoop!
To help you along this journey, I have created a
10 Day Food Journal
that will help you get a visual of how your body responds to each food item you consume. You will start to see patterns within the first week. Listen to your body. This is also the perfect addition to take to your next doctor appointment. Let's face it, testing for allergies and intolerances for every food you consume is impossible. This tracker will help you narrow it down and finally get more answers to unexplained symptoms.
You will not just be logging your food, but your mood, your sleep and much more! There are so many factors to our health.
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Private FaceBook Group
Kathlena, The Allergy Chef, has over 200 food allergies & intolerances, and can't drink most water. The members of her household also have food allergies and special diets, none of them the same. After being told she had 30 days to live, she made it her mission to help the food allergy and special diet communities thrive. Three years form her lowest point, she and her team have published several cookbooks, started a bakery, done local and nationwide outreach, developed hundreds of free recipes and resources, and much more. You can learn about all of her different ventures at TheAllergyChef.com.
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more Gluten Free resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
I am coming at you today with yet another fabulous guest and with a topic that I know needs to be addressed! Finding out that you need to be gluten free can be a rush of emotions and confusion. Today we are diving deep into
Creating a gluten-free kitchen from scratch! Susan Neal with her newest release Solving the Gluten Puzzle is here with us taking you through a journey to ensure you have a safe and stress free home. Her warm endearing voice had me mesmerized the entire interview. So sit back and allow yourself to be taught and take notes - cause she as some amazing tips to share!
About Susan Neal: I am on a mission to help others reclaim their health. Eight years ago I lost my health. I had to fight to get it back. Now I want to help others improve their health and weight. To learn more about me peruse my website at SusanUNeal.com.
Each of my Healthy Living Series books won awards:
7 Steps to Get Off Sugar and Carbohydrates, Selah award (sold 5000 copies in its first fourteen months)
Healthy Living Journal, Golden Scrolls “2019 Best Inspirational Gift Book”
My interview on Television Network (CTN) Bridges Show aired December 4, 2018. You can view the show on the home page of my website SusanUNeal.com. I have another interview airing in January, 2020. I was a guest interviewee on over twenty podcasts this year.
Today I am featuring not just one but TWO power house women that are doers. Doers for our gluten free community. I mean really…
I can not even begin to tell you how excited I am for you to hear where we are going AND all of the upcoming events that we can all hang out at… including the happiest place on earth with the happiest gluten free people!!!
DO you ever wonder the story and people behind amazing companies and causes?? I always do.. like who started this? How did they start it? What led them to reach out and help others??? Well, I can’t wait for you hear from Elisa and Jamie from MyGLutenFreeWorldExpo… We talk about their mission and how they got started, the greatest vacation that I will be there partying gf too and the annual gf expos they hold.
Jamie and Elisa met while working as travel agents in Orlando over a decade ago. They quickly learned that they had three things in common: searching out really good food, always having their next trip planned, and the quest for a really good shopping deal. Being gluten free for over a decade didn't change this: we are still always on the search for the best gluten free products, we always have a trip planned somewhere and we love a good warehouse sale. They have 5 kids between them and have battled other food allergies and medical issues while taking their kids across the country and the ocean to see the world. A few of their favorite things are annual passes to Disneyland, re-runs of Schitt's Creek and an ice cold Dr. Pepper.
Disneyland Trip: http://myglutenfreeworldexpo.com/disneyland-trip-2020/
Tell them I sent you or use the code:'Coral' and receive an even greater discount on your vacation package!
Utah Expo: http://myglutenfreeworldexpo.com/expo-2020/
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
SIGN UP HERE
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
This episode was created to help answer some of the hot topics I get asked about...
'How can I get tested for Celiac Disease?'
'What can I do if you have ruled out celiac disease but still have problems with gluten'
'What if my doctor won't test me for celiacs?'
'What if I have been gluten free for some time and don’t have the guts to start eating gluten again to get tested?'
You can be part of our gluten free family no matter what the reasonings of living GF is. We don’t discriminate!!!
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
SIGN UP HERE
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Tune in to hear what how the last 50 years have evolved with our Gluten Free World!
Talking all things gluten free and sharing tips to help you jumpstart a new year and new YOU!
Resources sited:
Complete course to help YOU find your gluten free groove. Join hundreds of others change their lives through this Gluten Free eCourse.
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
SIGN UP HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Brittyn Coleman Aka Autism Dietician.
Brittyn has been gluten free for 20years.
She dives into the difference between an allergy and an intolerance on the body.
Also you will hear about the difference between lactose free and the protein in milk which is the casein, which often times is the culprit of GI issues.
She discusses how food sensitivities are more common that food allergies.
In Brittyn's words 'Follow your gut and and advocate for yourself'
Here is the link she talks about and the coupon code for an awesome discount:
Find a CLT in your area to test for food sensitivities. If you're interested in a full biomedical workup, you'd be a great candidate for my 6-month Biomedical Program! You can get $100 off with the code 'SERVINGCELIACS'
**Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD, CLT** Registered Dietitian Nutritionist www.autismdietitian.com *Follow Autism Dietitian on Instagram!* Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
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For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
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Today I have Jamee here talking about how to to coach yourself through some of the toughest emotions with living a 100% gluten free life. What to do when you have been glutened and how to handle situations where people just do not understand!
Jameelee.com Website
Podcast:
itunes- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/handelin-all-things-andelin/id1455802279?ign-mpt=uo%3D4&mt=2
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a FREE 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life. Check out the Link in the show notes to sign up and save your spot!
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For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Today's podcast episode is a little different, but it's the message of hope we all need. Because let’s face it, life can be so hard… like so hard… trials come that we do not anticipate. I recently was taking to someone and they said something that really resonated with me… “if you are thinking about someone and wondering if they are going through a hard time- you will be right a majority of the time." No one is free from trials. Today on the podcast I have Bekah Bowman, author of Can’t Steal my Joy. She is a walking example of finding joy no matter what life throws at you.
Connect with Bekah: Can't Steal My Joy book: https://amzn.to/2pJrEIA Website: www.cantstealmyjoy.com (subscribe to her newsletter for a free companion guide to the book!) Instagram: @cantstealmyjoy2 Facebook: @Team4TitusEly (Team 4 Titus & Ely) Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life. SIGN UP HERE For my Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
I wanted to create an episode that dissects a lot of the negative feelings those with food restrictions face around the holidays. If you have been feeling down, isolated, depressed or just not looking forward to the holidays in fear of food- this episode is for YOU! This episode is also for those of us who have been gluten free for years but just need a good pep talk before being surrounded by tons of family... and GLUTEN!
I love a good Hallmark movie Theres that there is a problem- it gets resolved and they end with a perfect Christmas morning… but lets face it- that just isn’t all of our realities … and that is 1000% okay.
But the message that I want to share today is that no matter what your situation is- wether you have a split home of gf eaters, inl-aws who do not understand or you don’t have any family physically close by.
Find my Gluten Free Thanksgiving Menu Here
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
SIGN UP HERE
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
This episode is a long time coming... lets get right to the basics... how and where to start with your gluten free lifestyle. I recently have a daughter that needs to be dairy free and it has reminded how important it is to first accept this new challenge and be ready to take it on like a beast! In this episode we go over the the initial start of a gluten free journey!
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
SIGN UP HERE
For our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 140 safe and healthier choice items and brands click HERE
For more resources head over to ServingCeliacs.com
Eating gluten free is not always easy to navigate and can be so expensive if you don’t create a plan. I love the quote that says if you fail to plan you plan to fail! Today I have Chandice Probst From This Vivacious Life with us talking all about eating gluten free on a budget… she shares such great tips with us. She has been cooking with her mother since she was a small girl and that has definitely paid off! And now she is sharing her tips to help us eat our best with this gluten free lifestyle!
Chandice Probst is the bubbly personality behind This Vivacious Life. She is a food and entertaining blogger and the co-author of Gluten-Free on a Budget. Chandice’s work has been featured in print and online industry publications, most notably Mingle Magazine, Women’s World, and Kara’s Party Ideas. As someone with celiac disease and a degree in health science, she has led the charge in hosting celiac awareness nights with MLB and NBA teams around the nation raising money for research. While she loves to cook and entertain, Chandice loves being a wife and mother most.
‘Eat gluten free naturally, for yourself, for your body, for your healing and also for your budget’ -Chandice
Gluten Free on a Budget Cookbook
Have you heard? I am hosting gluten free webinars regularly now! I am so excited. SO many of you have reached out and asked me for more guidance and clarity with gluten free living. So I have decided to hop on and host a free 60 minute crash course to help you navigate through the emotions, the reality and the execution of your gluten free life.
SIGN UP HERE
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It’s another awesome and informative episode today that I am pumped for you to hear!! Today we are talking all things Green Smoothies!!! I have the lovely Jen Hansard from Simple Green Smoothies with us today. I literally wanted to know what the secret equation for a fool proof green smoothie (cause seriously I have made some green smoothies that have given me the heebie jeebies…) but she gives us the formula today… she also talks about how to help fight the nasty flu bugs through green smoothies. The entire episode is loaded with excitement and tools to help you be healthier this fall/winter and holiday season!!!
Jen is on a fresh path to health and happiness- Her "healthy obsession" with green smoothies has taken her into classrooms to do green smoothie demos, lead entrepreneur workshops, speak on stage, and has been featured on The Doctors to spread the green smoothie love far and wide. Through the power of green smoothies, she’s seen the amazing health benefits firsthand – including more energy, which has been the catalyst to healthy living for Jen and her family.
Her wildly popular website has changed the lives of over 1 million people and made them the #1 green smoothie online resource. The Simple Green Smoothies' lifestyle doesn't involve counting calories or eliminating an entire food group. Instead, it encourages you to make one simple change: drink one green smoothie a day. Jen lives in a small country town in central Florida with her husband, their two lil' rawkstars Jackson and Clare... and their chickens, duck and dog.
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In today's episode we cover: - What are essential oils? - How to use oils? - What oils support the digestive system? Since we don’t have any medications that can offset the effects of being "glutened," we have to get creative. Listen below to discover the top oils that have literally saved my family, and taken away our excruciating stomach cramps in seconds. For more gluten free tips and tricks, make sure you're following along on Facebook, our Serving Celiacs Community Facebook Group, Instagram, and Pinterest. DEAL ALERT: I have teamed up with my favorite essential oil brand, doTERRA, and have curated three amazing options for all of us who are gluten free!
Home Essentials Kit Gut Health Maintenance Bundle Got "Glutened" Bundle A little bit about Amy and where to find her: Amy Carver (@that.lavender.lady) is an Essential Oil Educator, Certified AromaTouch Instructor & Licensed Esthetician. Amy first got started with Essential Oils 6+ years ago when she was searching for a holistic approach to infertility. She lives a 100% gluten free lifestyle and loves to help people heal their gut with oils!
Today I have Karen from Healthy GF Family and if you don’t know who she is, she happens to be one of the most creative and artistic gluten free foodies out there. Her instagram had me at Taco Tuesday. You don’t believe me, check her out for yourself. Today I have the honor and privilege of speaking with her. Stay tuned as she shares her personal journey with us. She may not have a formal culinary education but she has learned her degree through trial, error, survival, love and creativity! Karens Italian heritage and love for food came naturally with cooking with her family. I can’t wait for you to listen as she shares how she is bringing the messaging out to the world that anyone can cook and anyone can cook gluten free. She is a living walking cooking example of this!
Today I am hanging out with a gluten free baking guru. Tara Rylie Haack is one amazing baker and not just by chance. She has had her fair share of challenges and set backs but she has not allowed them to stop her at all. Actually the reverse has happened, she has taken her challenges and decided to help the gluten free world enjoy food again!
Tara Rylie is a creative entrepreneur and gluten free guru. After running her own gluten free bakery for 5 years, Rylie decided to take her gluten free baking experiences and turn them into a brand that would help all gluten free eaters and celiacs find their groove in the kitchen. This fall Rylie brought to market a line of 6 gluten free, non-GMO flour blends as well as her very first cookbook, Lick The Bowl: RylieCakes Essential Guide to Gluten Free Baking. In addition to her love of baking, Rylie is passionate about the environment. You will find her book is made from previously recycled paper and her blends are packaged in 100% biodegradable pouches. So go ahead and treat yourself, and planet.
Stick around to hear Rylie’s secret ingredient that makes not only soups better but pretty much any baked good you ever dreamed about.
You can find Rylie @Ryliecakesgf https://www.instagram.com/ryliecakesgf/
My guest today is Sarah Keal, a nutrition coach and digestive specialist for vegetarians and vegans on a gluten-free diet, and she is giving us ALL the insider info behind plant based nutrition. She shares the differences between vegan, vegetarian, and a plant based diet, while also busting some common myths and misconceptions about plant based eating. Plus she shares something about vegans that I had NO CLUE about!
Website: https://www.sarahkeal.com Free guide: https://www.sarahkeal.com/three-myths Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_keal/
In this episode with Dr. Stephanie, a functional medicine practitioner and female hormone expert. She teaches us the truth behind adrenal fatigue, how to work with our hormones and not against them, and how she feels better in her 40s than she did in her 20s.
Dr Stephanie Zgraggen brings over 14 years of clinical experience to give you the goods on how toxins can be playing a role in your health and life. In her quiz, you’ll learn the signs and symptoms of toxicity, your risk for toxic exposure, and you’ll calculate your current toxin level score. It also includes simple ways to decrease your score in less than 30 days. Your body will definitely thank you for this one!
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This is a great episode for all of us that have a split gluten/gluten free household, featuring my new friend, Amberly Lambertsen from A Prioritized Marriage. She talks all about her relationship with her husband and how she has learned to support him in his Celiac and gluten free journey.
Amberly provides tips that we can all learn from including how to still have fun date nights, enjoy special treats together like these crazy amazing donuts, and ultimately how to thrive and enjoy the journey even when it is tough.
When it comes to gluten free knowledge, some vacation spots are better than others but none of them beat Disney! The Disney Parks make it their job to not only educate their staff about things like Celiacs, gluten free options, and cross contamination, but they go above and beyond to make sure that, when requested, food stays as gluten free as possible.
I’m not a Disney Parks expert, but my friend Mary from Main Street Pals sure is! In this week’s episode of Gluten Free You and Me, Mary shares her top gluten free tips for Disney guests, including what to try, what to skip, and how you can have the best Disney day ever! She’s also giving all my podcast listeners her “Best Gluten Free at Disney” guide for free, so make sure you’re subscribed to my email list (scroll to the bottom of the page to sign up) when it goes out next week.
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It is time for us to reach the goals we have longed for. Finding the resources that will help us key!
Changing my life and and my family's life to a 100% gluten free diet has been the most amazing blessing to us all.
But I can not stop there... I am on a mission to be my best self and with that said I have further areas I wish to learn and grow! I have found some of the greatest courses to help me do this. We have joined forces and created an amazing bundle with all of our courses and programs.
In my research I have learned 3 amazing takeaways:
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Be gentle with yourself. Wanting to focus on your health should come from a place of love for your body and mind, not because of shame or guilt.
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It’s all about baby steps. Choose one thing you would like to improve, whether that’s the food you eat, the way you move your body, your sleep habits, etc. and focus on that.
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Failing to plan is planning to fail. This bundle can help you create a plan to take control of your health. The Health & Wellness Bundle is a curated collection of 30 online courses/programs regarding health & wellness for less than what you’d normally pay for one! (WHAT?!) Topics include confidence, yoga, self-care, meditation, strength training, going toxic-free, fixing your period problems, confronting emotional eating, quitting sugar, going vegan, everything you need to know about going gluten free, and much more.
Isn’t that amazing?! I know some of you might be thinking “I am not sure if I want to buy this right now” and I totally get it. However, this is a one and done bundle, meaning these items will NEVER be bundled together again...ever! If you were to purchase each course separately it would cost over $5000! But September 9-17th you can grab it for just $99.99 which is CHEAPER than my one course alone.
Jodi went from Corporate Law to a full time travel blogger as a celiac, and now is on a different path as she chooses to utilize her given talents and her acquired talents, to help inform, educate, and make this world a better place!
Jodi has traveled countless countries to enjoy traditions and the art of food. Being a celiac herself, she found herself at a loss when it came to explaining celiac disease and cross contamination in other languages. She saw the need first and did something about it! She has now created Translated Celiac Disease Information Cards into several different languages. If you are traveling outside of the US... these cards are a must have for sure!
Jody is the author of the book The Food Traveler’s Handbook and has an incredible 10 week meditation course for beginners. One of my favorite things about Jodi is her eloquent speech coupled with her deep rooted thoughts. She inspires me to do better, to look around me and see how I can help others even when I don't feel like it. I love how our discussion led to the fact that every single day- every single moment we get to choose how we show up. How we are going to respond and react to all the crazy detours of life. When life hands you gluten, what are you going to do? Listen to the full podcast episode to hear of Jodi's more recent situation as she has found herself bedridden with a CSF leak. I am so grateful that she was willing to open up and be so transparent with the hardships she is facing at this moment. Jodi's Website - https://www.legalnomads.com Spinal tap story - https://www.legalnomads.com/spinal-tap Book - https://www.amazon.com/Food-Travelers-Handbook-Jodi-Ettenberg-ebook/dp/B009WVI0T6/ Translation cards - https://www.legalnomads.com/gluten-free 10 Wk Meditation Course - https://www.legalnomads.com/meditation-beginners US Spinal Leak foundation - https://spinalcsfleak.org/ Canadian Spinal Leak foundation - https://www.spinalcsfleakcanada.ca/
It is easy to feel like we are not enough. It is easy to compare our worst to someone else's best.
I may not be the greatest cook that can plate up a dish that will have the crowd drooling.... but I will tell you I can help people find their gluten free groove and motivate them even til excitement with whatever circumstance they are in.
Everyone's journey is different, you have different strengths than anyone around you. Listen to Pam Shoaf share her gluten free journey with us and how she has found joy in her journey. Her southern hospitality and cute accent is one that draws anyone near her.
Just because you live gluten free, does not mean you are healthy and for sure doesn't mean you are free from inflammation and discomfort.Â
Karalynne from @Just.Ingredients shares her top 4 tips that have made the biggest impact in her healthy and gluten free journey. She may not have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, but what she does share is how gluten makes her feel and also the importance of eating better foods that will not cause the very inflammation she is trying to avoid. Listen in and here how these four tips can change how you feel and how you allow your gut to heal!
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Eat Naturally gluten free foods.Â
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Not to replace everything with corn.Â
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Cook without gluten. Meaning don't find a replacements for everything... eat more Whole Foods.
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Know your 'healthier & safe' go to brands
https://www.servingceliacs.com/product-page/gluten-free-guide
Just because you live gluten free, does not mean you are healthy and for sure doesn't mean you are free from inflammation and discomfort.Â
Karalynne from @Just.Ingredients shares her top 4 tips that have made the biggest impact in her healthy and gluten free journey. She may not have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, but what she does share is how gluten makes her feel and also the importance of eating better foods that will not cause the very inflammation she is trying to avoid. Listen in and here how these four tips can change how you feel and how you allow your gut to heal!
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Eat Naturally gluten free foods.Â
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Not to replace everything with corn.Â
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Cook without gluten. Meaning don't find a replacements for everything... eat more Whole Foods.
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Know your 'healthier & safe' go to brands
https://www.servingceliacs.com/product-page/gluten-free-guide
There are quite a few aspects of going gluten free. I mean honestly this is a big change. Food happens to be what most of our lives revolve around! Have you ever gone to a party where they didn’t serve food? It seems bonkers doesn’t it? Well, with that said there are a lot of changes that are needed to take place, when you change your diet at all!
You may be gluten free for the reason of wanting to live a healthier life, you may have an allergy to gluten or wheat, or maybe an intolerance to it, or you may be like me and my family and celiac disease be our motivating factor to never cheat!
Today I want to share with you the tips for gluten free success and what a gluten free life even looks like!
I generally talk about my kids journey with Celiac Disease 99% of the time... after all, as a mom naturally the focus turns to them, right?
But, today I speak out in hopes to help even one of you out there with your journey. Hoping that my 16 years of suffering, countless doctor visits, treatments, medications and even a career change will help raise awareness and even lessen the time of someone else to get diagnosed correctly.
By the end of the episode, I think you will agree with my doctor that I am officially- unofficially diagnosed with Celiac Disease!
College, Social Life, Gluten Free as a Celiac❤️ If you know anyone that is going off to college as a celiac... they NEED to hear this. And if you are like me and just wonder what college life looks like as a celiac, You have to go hear how Clayton rocks college and stays 100% gluten free! In this episode, Clayton @CollegeAndCeliac, is going to share some tips that he has learned in his college journey so far. He talks about how to eat safely in the dorms, how to still participate in sports & exercise while having celiac disease, and the importance of choosing the right doctor who listens and is open minded on making sure you get the best treatment possible!!! What I like most about Clayton's insights are how he shares an extremely frustrating and sometimes embarrassing situation along with some solutions... eating gluten free socially and how to best explain to others about why we eat the way we do 😍 As you know, educating yourself is a lifelong journey and if we want to live the healthiest and best life that we can, then it is up to us to stay up to date with the latest information. 📚 Grab Clayton's College Packing list HERE Empowering and supporting each other so we can grow together is the entire reason why I started this podcast. I am so honored to be able to interview and be amongst celiac giants! I am doing this for us, because together we can make a difference ❤️
If you are someone who thinks it is impossible to find tasty restaurants that are gluten free in your area...prepare to get your socks blown off because in this podcast, I am going to be revealing the most exciting and powerful gluten free tool out there. This tool has changed my life and it will change yours too because I now KNOW of soooo many places that are dedicated to serving us here in the gluten free community all because of Carrie at ForGlutenSake... THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO GIRL If you are not only looking for a safe place to eat but also to find more of US in the community, this is the podcast to listen to. I will share what the tool is and all of the "secret" information in the interview but you are gonna have to listen to the whole thing TRUST me you are not gonna want to miss this guys click below to listen to it today.... and of course if you are not already make sure to subscribe.
Do you need a 504 plan with Celiac Disease and being 100% gluten free? What I first thought of a 504 plan I was told it was my right That I was entitled to it And for all those that know me… know that I do not feel entitled to anything. I am not the victim. I will not play into that role. What I learned since then learned that a 504 Plan is… to protect our child educate staff hold them accountable for their treatment towards our children to help plan for the year prepared for emergencies and every day life to make sure that staff and students have a positive attitude toward my child to make sure my child doesn’t take advantage of the situation either. TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE THEIR OWN ADVOCATE. PRACTICE. ROLE PLAY. BUILD CONFIDENCE. What is a 504 Plan (a lot of what I am resourcing and quoting from today from BeyondCeliac.org) A 504 plan stems from Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This section prevents discrimination against public school students in grades K through 12 because of disabilities. A 504 plan is meant to “remove barriers” to learning by providing a specific outline on how to make accommodations or modifications on a student-by-student basis. What’s the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 applies to all institutions receiving federal financial assistance, such as public schools. Under this law, public schools must provide a free, appropriate public education and not discriminate against disabled students. This law acknowledges that the disability may not require special education services, but a plan is needed to ensure the student receives an appropriate education accommodating the disability within the classroom. This law must accommodate a special diet, including the gluten-free diet for children with celiac disease. Do you have to have a 504 Plan? This decision is entirely up to you as a parent or guardian. Some parents find that informal discussions and accommodations have been sufficient for having the child’s needs met at school. However, having a formal 504 plan in place is valuable, especially as teachers and staffing may change. The 504 plan guarantees by law that your child’s needs are met throughout their school career and not just in certain classrooms. You can choose to utilize your 504 plan accommodations at any time and having them in place before you need them can save important time and resources if your child develops symptoms from gluten exposure or if you are having trouble with consistent accountability. How do you get a 504 plan started? To get started, you’ll need to contact your child’s school. The 504 plan team should include: • Primary classroom teacher • School counselor or psychologist • School nurse • Director of food services • 504 plan coordinator You’ll also need a doctor’s note to show that your child has been formally diagnosed with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity (‘gluten sensitivity’). This note should outline the accommodations required to maintain your child’s health, enabling him or her to have equal access to public education. What information is included in a 504 plan? Generally, you’ll need to provide information about your child’s diagnosis and needs, including: • Year of diagnosis • Amount of time on a gluten-free diet • Details on why a 504 plan is needed (including how a restricted diet affects a major life activity) • Child’s developmental level and needs (Are they self-reliant in managing the diet? Do they need strict supervision? Etc.) A 504 plan will specifically outline all of the details of how your child’s celiac disease needs to be managed in the classroom. For example, you and the 504 plan team can develop an action plan for: • Navigating school lunches • Snacks • Birthday parties • Art class The plan will lay out specific accountabilities. Having a 504 plan in place will also make it much easier to apply for disability accommodation in college. Goals of the 504 Plan: 1. Adhering to all aspects of the 504 plan to avoid gluten. 2. Assisting the child to maintain a stable physiological state void of gluten reactions through preventative measures. 3. Recognizing the signs of a reaction and treating it promptly in all school contexts. 4. Striking a balance between safety and social normalcy, providing the same opportunities and conditions as the child’s peers and offering encouragement to the child. 5. Encouraging open and ongoing communication among adults about food intolerance issues and doing so discreetly and in the appropriate forum. Food Allergy Education, Awareness and Reaction Prevention The basic question to be answered and discussed in this section of the 504 plan: What kind of training needs to take place to promote education, awareness and reaction prevention in the school context? Types of Education, Awareness and Reaction Prevention: • Label reading • Proper hand washing • What is cross-contact and how can it be avoided? • Effective table and desk washing with appropriate chemicals and materials • Positive role modeling (Example: A positive role model would not make statements to parents and students such as, “We cannot have a holiday party because of “Suzy Celiac” and her food allergies. A positive role model would say, “We are going to have a holiday party and we will make it fun and safe for everyone.”) • Promotion of positive self-esteem for child with celiac disease * Promotion of peer support for child with celiac disease
play dough, paper mache, fruit loops and other gluten-containing food, pasta, flour, paste, and stamp adhesives. Parent and Foodservices will work together to arrange procedures when student is ordering school lunch or bringing food from home that will require heating in the cafeteria (for example, warming in the oven on a separate foiled cookie sheet). Field Trips Nurse or Medical Department Other Topics to Be Considered in This Section • Safety snack box provided by the family to be kept in classroom • Birthdays • After school events such as pizza night: consider utilizing one of the many companies now providing gluten-free options (don’t forget to double check cross-contact policies!). * Holiday parties\ * • In case of reaction: access to bathroom. * • Emergency kits: If your school has kits for emergencies or evacuation, then what * supplies will be provided for those on a gluten-free diet and by whom?
Sports, Music and Extracurricular Activities Dances, Proms and Catered Events TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE THEIR OWN ADVOCATE. PRACTICE. ROLE PLAY. BUILD CONFIDENCE. Topic of essential oils If Chanelle forgets her lunch I have advised her teacher to use the emergency food that I have provided for the class emergency backpack 12 points from our personal 504 plan 1. Separate seating away from gluten food during lunch if desired (student is aware of disease and is good at self advocating) 2. Unlimited access to the restroom with no delays 3. School to provide gluten free play dough in the classroom to prevent contamination. 4. All adults that come in contact with student during school day, recess, lunch/snack time, shall be trained about accommodations. 5. Student to wash hands prior to eating snacks or lunch. 6. Parent to provide gluten free food for emergency backpack in the event of an emergency 7. Parent to provide a gluten free snack for unexpected parties/events (this will allow student to participate safely) 8. Approved snacks include anything gluten free such as: Hershey kisses, starburst, plain m&m’s etc. 9. Teacher to provide 24 hour notice for class parties/events that include food so parent can provide alternate snack 10. Teacher/school will ensure accommodation plan will be in sub- folder and teacher leaves notes on lesson plans to ensure proper notification. 11. Teacher will remind her every 2 hours to use the restroom as needed (parent will remain in constant communication with teacher) 12. Eating areas need to be disinfected before lunch New Printable that you can add your Child’s picture to and add some info as well as their favorite safe gluten free treats! This is going to be so helpful to the teachers and staff. You can download it one time, edit and add your information and then print it multiple times for the teacher, nurse and other staff members. I promise it will be so helpful not only for them, but to help you feel heard and have peace of mind that you have provided them with the information needed to ensure your Childs safety! TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE THEIR OWN ADVOCATE. PRACTICE. ROLE PLAY. BUILD CONFIDENCE. Great resource to read to a grade school class at the beginning of the Year 'THE Problem Jack Had' https://www.chw.org/~/media/Files/Medical%20Care/GI/Celiac_book.pdf
💁🏼♀️Have you ever had the thought, I just can’t eat anything!? I sure did after being newly diagnosed, specifically after my first trip to the grocery store. Literally, I wandered helplessly for 3 1/2 hours checking package by package, isle by isle to on leave with 2 items in my cart. I thought I was prepared… I looked on Pinterest before heading their and I even had downloaded an app to help scan items… but to my frustration and despair I could not get any kind of reception at the store… so there I was… trying to understand how to read a label, not even understanding the overfilled gibberish list of ingredients I found on the packages… I have shared before that I went home sobbing, feeling so lost… and telling myself and believing the words ‘I can’t eat anything.
✨Today I want to share with you how I have come to squash that belief… and for those of you who have been gluten free for a while now… I will be sharing some inside secrets to help you step up your gluten free game as well!
🌺I thought it would be fun to share one of my favorite podcast reviews each week. So lets start today… and the person’s review that I read wins our Ultimate Gluten Free Guide with over 125 safe and better choice brands and products
Podcast Review of the Week:
New to celiac
I was diagnosed 2 weeks ago with celiac disease. I’ve looked high and low for help, and I found medical advice but I really needed the kinda of advice that a best friend would tell you and this is how this podcast feels.
I know this podcast is super new, but I can’t wait to hear more.
Thank you @kmgolightly… I am so grateful that you are loving the podcast so much and I have to be honest, I get so excited every Tuesday for the podcast to air. Like I get giddy inside… knowing that I am sharing my best and favorite tips with you each week. As my hope and prayer is to help you be your best gluten free self and of course to raise more awareness with the world!
So… Congratulations @kmgolightly You just won the Ultimate Gluten Free Guide With over 125 better choice brands and products that not only are celiac safe but are Karalynne approved with Just.Ingredients… This guide is seriously gold… Please just email me at info@servingceliacs.com to claim your prize!!
Let’s dive in to the nitty gritty of todays episode… now this topic of I can’t eat anything has been one that I have worked on and would like to squash this belief for you too.
Last year my sister in law and brother were did the Whole 30 diet. (which I have sense done and completely loved it and really would recommend it to anyone) but back to their journey… I wasn’t too familiar with the whole30 diet so I asked my sister in law so many questions… I asked her ‘ so what is the whole30?’ Now she is a very optimistic person and is one that I often lean on for strength and positivity… but in answering this question, she began to tell me ALL of the things she couldn’t eat. And let me tell you the list was long. It is interesting… because when she told me she was doing the diet, she was excited and hopeful that it would help her with several health issues. But when I asked her details, her tone changed and she seemed more helpless than anything. After listening to her for about 5 minutes try to remember all that she couldn’t consume, I stopped her… and I said wait a minute… I don’t really want to hear all that you can’t have… tell me what you can have… her entire demeanor changed and she happily told me all the foods she can eat… and then just then it was like a light bulb a-ha moment for me… with gluten free and celiac living, how often do we dwell on what we can not have versus truly the infinite number of foods we can have.
Moral of the story… Focus on what you can eat... holy smokes there are tons of things... almost too many things...
I googled what can gluten free people eat?
Many healthy foods are naturally gluten-free, including fruits, vegetables, fresh meat, fish and poultry, legumes, certain whole grains, dairy products and oils. Wheat, rye and barley are the major foods that need to be avoided while following a gluten-free diet.
But I am here to tell you that if you want cookies- cakes - Mac and cheese or pizza... you can have it ALL... just with a little bit of work... or hitting up a few different stores. You can make your gluten free dreams come true. If you love a certain food, like pizza… then research, test out the highest rated recipes on Pinterest and find your winning recipe!! You get to be in control of this.
Now I used to make wedding cakes… I did that for a years as I paid my way through ultrasound school… and as I would make these cakes, I had the belief system that both the looks and the taste were equally important, so you can say that I mastered the moistest cake ever!!! I was so proud of that… and actually known for making the best cakes… so when we went gluten free… this was something I knew I needed to master. I wanted to bake the most moist gluten free desserts… so, I started experimenting and bam… I got it… and the recipe is so straight forward and easy!!! If you want that recipe- go check out my blog at servingceliacs.com under gluten free cake blogpost… you won’t regret it…
I tell you this… to show you tangible evidence that I am practicing what I am preaching!!! So whatever you love or perhaps it is your child or a loved one who needs to eat gluten free… master their recipe… master what they are missing and I can guarantee that there will be more excitement and joy in their gluten free life!!!
There are several amazing food bloggers and chefs out there who are experimenting and mastering gluten free living all to help US!! So utilize their talents…. Go to Pinterest… search on google… find a few new favorite go to recipes that will WOW your family!!!
But now I want to talk real talk… Just because you eat gluten free does not and I repeat does not mean you eat healthy… That has to be one of the biggest lies out there! I feel like Would be doing you a massively big disservice if I don’t share with you the importance of what gluten free foods we are consuming… I know we need to work in baby steps so we don’t go into a place of overwhelm and depression… but if you are ready to step up your gluten free game… then…
I want to give you a challenge…you are already making changes in your life- trying to make healthy changes even- then I want to challenge you to not find substitutes for every single item you used to eat… of course your favorite things… well yes, live a little… and enjoy your life… but I want to share with you a warning from the Mayoclinic a resource I found…
‘It's important not to replace gluten-containing foods with more red meat, full-fat dairy, starchy vegetables, sweets and fats, which can lead to a higher intake of cholesterol, saturated fat, sodium and unwanted calories.
It's also prudent to limit commercially prepared gluten-free snacks and bakery products, which are typically high in refined carbohydrate, fat, sugar and salt — just like their gluten-containing counterparts.
Studies suggest that the nutritional quality of commercially prepared gluten-free products varies from similar gluten-containing products. In several countries, for example, commercially prepared gluten-free foods are lower in protein than their conventional counterparts.’
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/is-gluten-free-healthy/faq-20348653
Friend, do you hear this… so many of our packaged gluten free products are not serving us in a healthier way… yes they may be gluten free but what are they really putting in there???
Okay, here’s another resource I want to share from gluten.org
- If an individual whose diet contains large amounts of breads, pastas and cookies (especially those made from refined flours) switches to a gluten-free diet which eliminates these foods while increasing fruits, vegetables and other healthful gluten-free foods, the resulting diet would likely be healthier.
- On the other hand, this same person could easily substitute gluten-free breads, pastas and cookies into the diet, without increasing intake of healthful gluten-free foods like vegetables and fruits. In this case a person may actually experience a reduction in diet quality, since many gluten-free processed foods are lower in fiber, vitamins and minerals than their gluten-containing counterparts. This type of gluten-free diet may be higher in calories, since many processed gluten-free foods contain higher levels of fat and/or sugar to compensate for flavor and texture changes which result from the removal of gluten. Any diet that is higher in calories is likely to promote weight gain, not weight loss.
https://gluten.org/resources/getting-started/the-gluten-free-diet-facts-and-myths/
- There is the possibility of developing nutrient deficiencies if you rely heavily on prepackaged gluten-free foods, which don’t contain the vitamins and minerals added to wheat flours.
- Replacing gluten-containing foods with processed, gluten-free alternatives can lead to weight gain — cookies, breads, and snack foods should still be consumed in moderation, whether they contain gluten or not. “Just because a food is labeled gluten-free doesn’t mean that a gluten-free cookie or gluten-free cupcake is healthier than the wheat-based product,” Thompson says. Chances are the gluten-free version is going to list white rice flour or milled corn as the first ingredient, she adds. “That isn’t any healthier.” Other gluten-free products may swap in higher calorie ingredients like nuts or dried fruits, nutrient-dense calories that can add up quickly.
- https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/will-going-gluten-free-make-you-healthier.aspx
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In this podcast I am going to share with you all the things you wish your family understood about Celiac disease. There are a lot of misconceptions about Celiacs disease, some are true and others are blatantly false. In this podcast I am also going to share with you some secrets that you may not know, so make sure to click the Podcast to listen to all of the tips and tricks I will be sharing with you ❤️ Some of the topics that I go over are things such as ✅ Why it is important to remove Gluten from your diet 🙏🏾 ✅ All of the tricky places that Gluten can be found 🤷♀️ ✅ How eating gluten will put your body in attack mode and why that's bad 👀 ✅ And all of the triggers you must avoid if you want to feel healthy and happy!! 🎉 If you want to read the full transcript then take a look below!
✨In this podcast you are going to here from basically "my bestie" and registered dietician Erin (who also has Celiac Disease so you know we can trust her) and she is going to help educate and share resources with us all. ✨ 👩🏫 She is one of the most educated and well researched dietitians in the field of celiacs disease and she will go over the most frequently asked questions and misconceptions such as ✅ The importance of a multivitamin and mineral ✅ How dairy impacts the body ✅ What it takes to heal your gut ✅ Why hydration is important and much much more Listen to the full podcast here you are going to LOOOOOVE IT ❤️ Also for a FREE report on the 4 things your doctor did not have time to tell you click here If you prefer to read the transcripts take a look below 00:00:56.079 --> 00:01:01.439 Hey everyone you guys I am here with the lovely Erin from the 00:01:02.079 --> 00:01:07.859 Celiac space you guys Erin. How are you? Hey, whoo. Hey. Oh, hello everybody 00:01:07.860 --> 00:01:10.919 I'm so happy to be on here Thank You coral for inviting me 00:01:11.590 --> 00:01:14.610 Holy smokes, it's always a pleasure every time we talk 00:01:14.610 --> 00:01:21.029 I'm like are we besties I know are we just early just like celiac soul sisters, probably. Yes 00:01:21.399 --> 00:01:23.399 Yes, we knew each other from before 00:01:24.069 --> 00:01:26.069 um, okay, Erin 00:01:26.709 --> 00:01:33.209 Introduce yourself. Tell us who you are what you do? Yeah, so I am Erin. I am registered dietitian. I 00:01:33.759 --> 00:01:38.369 Live in California and Texas kind of bouncing around a little bit. I 00:01:39.069 --> 00:01:41.309 work with celiac specific people 00:01:41.310 --> 00:01:47.339 I also get some people with autoimmune diseases as we know they're always coupled to celiac. So, um 00:01:48.009 --> 00:01:52.619 Take some people like that too. But really just working with celiacs to help educate them 00:01:53.259 --> 00:02:00.689 About a gluten-free diet and how to really thrive as a celiac. You know, it's such a it's such a specific 00:02:01.660 --> 00:02:05.999 Diet and a treatment for a disease and that's where a dietitian really comes into play 00:02:06.000 --> 00:02:07.020 so, um 00:02:07.020 --> 00:02:13.380 I have celiac myself and I have the training of a dietitian and just like the life training of being a celiac and like 00:02:13.930 --> 00:02:15.840 Navigating all there is to it 00:02:15.840 --> 00:02:18.119 um, so with that, you know 00:02:18.120 --> 00:02:24.480 I kind of piece those things together to help people in this community and just help educate and provide resources for everyone. I 00:02:25.300 --> 00:02:28.739 Love it. My favorite thing is that you're a registered 00:02:29.469 --> 00:02:35.439 Dietician and you have celiac disease like that. Combo is like, okay now we can trust you 00:02:35.569 --> 00:02:42.128 You know, I feel like there's so many misconceptions of celiac disease. I feel like oftentimes when I'm going to the doctor 00:02:42.129 --> 00:02:47.619 I'm going somewhere and like I have to educate them and it's like okay, you know it we're like safe now 00:02:47.620 --> 00:02:49.489 Yeah, tell me what do I do? 00:02:49.489 --> 00:02:55.089 Right and it's crazy because I get so many people who are like, oh I saw a dietitian, but you know, she was cool 00:02:55.099 --> 00:03:00.699 But like she wasn't as helpful as she could have been or like wasn't as helpful as I expected or in some cases they educated 00:03:00.700 --> 00:03:01.910 them and 00:03:01.910 --> 00:03:03.910 Unfortunately, you know as a dietitian 00:03:03.910 --> 00:03:08.979 There's so much to learn and our schooling is so extensive that celiac disease isn't covered that much 00:03:08.980 --> 00:03:11.769 So you have to really research it on your own and live the life 00:03:12.200 --> 00:03:18.819 But having the training of being a registered dietician and the clinical experience and all that give me the backbone to like 00:03:19.670 --> 00:03:27.309 Format everything and kind of build off that foundation. But, you know being a celiac with you know, the background totally helps 00:03:27.310 --> 00:03:28.030 Oh, yeah 00:03:28.030 --> 00:03:32.619 I'm happy to give people the safe space which is kind of why I started the celiac space just to be like a 00:03:32.900 --> 00:03:38.079 place where people can really feel like they're getting quality information and like being helped and cared for 00:03:38.810 --> 00:03:44.079 Where you know there's not many other places for them. Yes. I I'm like I feel you 00:03:45.170 --> 00:03:52.569 The lonely world if you haven't reached out and you don't have that help and wow, you're here to help. I love that 00:03:52.569 --> 00:03:56.529 I love that. Okay. So what does it mean to be a dietitian? 00:03:57.500 --> 00:03:59.209 so a 00:03:59.209 --> 00:04:02.469 Dietitian and nutritionist sometimes are used in the same 00:04:02.870 --> 00:04:06.220 But they're not so first a nutritionist really 00:04:06.709 --> 00:04:11.259 It doesn't it means that they might know about nutrition, but it's not like a credentialed thing 00:04:26.510 --> 00:04:33.489 Nutritionist isn't a certification or a qualification necessarily. It doesn't mean that they went to school or anything like that 00:04:34.070 --> 00:04:39.669 Anyone can really call himself a nutritionist. Whereas a dietitian they have their degree from like a four-year university 00:04:40.849 --> 00:04:48.699 In nutrition or Dietetics and then on top of that they went to another year plus of school and like an internship to do 00:04:49.190 --> 00:04:55.540 clinical hours and like hands on a lot of hours and big projects and that kind of stuff so 00:04:56.600 --> 00:05:01.299 After that, and they sit and take the test and then their dietician. So a dietitian has been in school 00:05:02.000 --> 00:05:03.980 specifically studying nutrition 00:05:03.980 --> 00:05:09.369 Diseases diets all that stuff for at least probably five or six years until they can become a dietician 00:05:09.370 --> 00:05:12.040 so Wow, that's what a dietician a 00:05:12.770 --> 00:05:14.180 dietician is 00:05:14.180 --> 00:05:20.650 You know someone that really specializes in diet and understands like the body and disease states and all that fun stuff 00:05:21.380 --> 00:05:23.890 Yeah. Oh man. I love it 00:05:24.110 --> 00:05:29.800 Your education is so intense and I just love that you've been able to learn so much and such a variety 00:05:30.620 --> 00:05:34.750 So you have such a base. So a lot of times like you mentioned you working with other autoimmune diseases 00:05:34.750 --> 00:05:38.290 It's not always just one, you know generally have one 00:05:38.870 --> 00:05:43.090 autoimmune disease you have multiple see we're really able to adapt and you can't 00:05:43.280 --> 00:05:46.809 Know how to adapt unless you've really studied it and so you take in that 00:05:47.570 --> 00:05:52.299 groundwork out for so many people to pay it forward to help them and I know it like 00:05:52.430 --> 00:05:56.530 we've talked before and it's like I'm even gonna cry I cry for silly things me like 00:05:56.840 --> 00:06:02.859 Like our heart and soul is into this like we want to help people be their best selves and like that's why I do it 00:06:02.860 --> 00:06:07.930 that's why I help coach people through with the celiac eCourse and that's why I like I mean we've even teamed up on 00:06:08.870 --> 00:06:11.679 collaborating cuz they're like with my expertise of just like 00:06:11.930 --> 00:06:17.380 Knowing how to coach someone be their number one cheerleader and Tom they can live this life their best gluten-free life 00:06:17.380 --> 00:06:21.519 And then you're like and these are the exact tools that you specifically need 00:06:21.520 --> 00:06:27.280 Like this is what your life is going to look like like this is how you formulate it for you and I'm like, huh? 00:06:27.470 --> 00:06:30.489 We're like the powerhouse team. I feel like yeah 00:06:31.100 --> 00:06:32.020 I know 00:06:32.020 --> 00:06:38.109 Such it should like just I hope people know that like there is support for you and like there is such cool things like you 00:06:38.110 --> 00:06:42.790 Have the tools you just have to reach out for them and like ask for the help and really invest in 00:06:42.790 --> 00:06:50.200 You know your time to like make yourself thrive, you know be positive and you know, you'll be you'll be just fine ya know 00:06:50.200 --> 00:06:52.200 There's a lot of life fit in 00:06:52.280 --> 00:06:55.479 Positivity that is kin. Yeah. Okay, so 00:06:56.120 --> 00:06:59.830 We are gonna hear from you today. You have the four things 00:07:00.520 --> 00:07:05.350 That your doctor probably doesn't have time to tell you about celiac disease. Yep. That's huge 00:07:05.350 --> 00:07:08.439 and I before we even start I just want to tell you that like I 00:07:09.919 --> 00:07:15.038 Was on that side like my doctor told me to Google select is I'm scared, you know 00:07:15.169 --> 00:07:19.508 Did you find just google it you see gluten-free, like you'll learn about it 00:07:19.509 --> 00:07:24.009 And I'm like what the heck and I googled it and oh, yeah, that's all for this podcast 00:07:24.009 --> 00:07:28.029 But that was really really hard and that's what so many people are being told 00:07:28.030 --> 00:07:34.269 And so that is why having a dietician to help you is so key. So here we go turning the time over to you 00:07:34.729 --> 00:07:38.319 Yeah, so doctors are busy people as we know 00:07:39.500 --> 00:07:41.120 They are 00:07:41.120 --> 00:07:43.179 So smart, they help us with our diagnosis 00:07:43.180 --> 00:07:44.259 They help us with our medications 00:07:44.259 --> 00:07:50.469 But they don't always have time to go through the diet component of it and the lifestyle stuff and they probably don't have celiac 00:07:50.470 --> 00:07:52.470 So they probably haven't had lived it 00:07:53.270 --> 00:07:57.310 So it takes a lot of time to kind of get educated and learn about it 00:07:57.310 --> 00:08:03.280 So there's four things that I always talk about that you might not know if you know post diagnosis 00:08:03.280 --> 00:08:08.919 So the first is just that cross-contamination or it's technically called cross contact 00:08:09.590 --> 00:08:11.590 it matters and 00:08:12.080 --> 00:08:17.560 Cross contact is basically if a gluten food touches a non gluten item 00:08:18.110 --> 00:08:24.250 It's now that gluten-free item is no longer gluten free for a celiac so it's been exposed to gluten 00:08:24.590 --> 00:08:26.709 and that's enough to make us sick and 00:08:28.310 --> 00:08:31.359 Even though you might not experience a whole lot of symptoms, you know 00:08:31.360 --> 00:08:33.550 You might be able to push through it just a little bit amount 00:08:34.430 --> 00:08:39.430 That still causes an autoimmune reaction and that still causes symptoms and long-term complications 00:08:39.560 --> 00:08:42.760 so that's totally something that we have to avoid and 00:08:44.270 --> 00:08:49.479 There's a lot of great resources that kind of help explain what you know where cross contact happens 00:08:49.480 --> 00:08:53.920 I'm a lot of times in a kitchen or you know restaurants is where we experience it a lot 00:08:55.070 --> 00:08:57.020 Biggest example is like the toaster 00:08:57.020 --> 00:09:01.270 So if you were to take a piece of gluten-free bread and you put it in a regular toaster 00:09:01.430 --> 00:09:06.789 It's now touching so much crumbs so many things it's bait. It's not safe anymore. I 00:09:07.370 --> 00:09:12.010 always tell people think of it like raw chicken, like if you're in your kitchen cooking raw chicken and 00:09:12.510 --> 00:09:17.999 You have raw chicken on your hands like anything you touch. You're like, ooh, like there's like dirt like there's stuff on it 00:09:18.610 --> 00:09:19.470 We're all chicken 00:09:19.470 --> 00:09:25.079 You can cook off and you can clean off gluten you can't but it's the same thing that anything that touches gluten is 00:09:25.810 --> 00:09:27.810 Now no longer gluten free 00:09:28.090 --> 00:09:31.379 So that's the first thing. Okay. Can I just say please? 00:09:31.380 --> 00:09:37.049 Um, I ran into somebody once and they were like, yeah, I love your raw chicken. That's a lot cleaner of you 00:09:37.390 --> 00:09:41.910 All right and image in my head because someone was like no think of it like poop 00:09:43.960 --> 00:09:46.530 You never would clean it off you're like, oh here you go 00:09:47.230 --> 00:09:49.320 Yeah, you would never eat that. No 00:09:50.020 --> 00:09:56.759 No, not like nothing. So like you're eating like I just thought yeah there gives you a better visual. Yes 00:09:56.760 --> 00:10:00.179 No, that's a good one. And I always tell people to I get the question all the time 00:10:00.580 --> 00:10:02.140 Do you ever miss? 00:10:02.140 --> 00:10:08.369 Such-and-such, and I'm like someone could give you your favorite food ever like this beautiful chocolate cake 00:10:08.440 --> 00:10:13.020 But if they had raw chicken on it or poop and they're like you're for sure gonna get sick 00:10:13.020 --> 00:10:18.059 Are you gonna enjoy eating that no way so it doesn't matter what it is. If you know, you're gonna get sick 00:10:18.060 --> 00:10:20.460 It's not adorable to eat. So yeah, yeah 00:10:21.190 --> 00:10:22.540 amen 00:10:22.540 --> 00:10:24.540 OOP brought chicken whatever you want to call 00:10:25.300 --> 00:10:30.419 Whatever your mind needs to do to get you through it. Like I'm not tempted. Let's do it. That's what it is 00:10:31.810 --> 00:10:38.820 Okay, let's hear you're number two. Okay. Number two gluten free does not automatically equal healthy, so 00:10:39.340 --> 00:10:44.129 gluten free is essential for celiac to be healthy, but there's so many like 00:10:44.650 --> 00:10:50.579 trends and fads out there that are promising a gluten-free diet for weight loss or a gluten-free diet to you know, 00:10:50.710 --> 00:10:52.889 Improve your skin and such and such 00:10:53.440 --> 00:10:59.940 And a lot of gluten-free products are more processed than the regular thing so that it can taste good 00:11:00.520 --> 00:11:06.989 So they're adding extra stuff in it, and they're not adding a lot of vitamins and minerals that they do add to normal bread 00:11:07.210 --> 00:11:12.780 so like nice and iron folate all those things that are fortified in standard breads and cereals 00:11:13.510 --> 00:11:19.499 Aren't added to gluten-free foods. So you're adding a bunch of junk. You're not adding the good stuff that they should be 00:11:20.680 --> 00:11:21.790 so 00:11:21.790 --> 00:11:25.439 you could be eating gluten-free Oreos and cookies and 00:11:25.980 --> 00:11:29.039 Waffles and all that stuff and you're probably still not gonna feel great 00:11:29.530 --> 00:11:35.190 You're probably still gonna have some fatigue and some other issues just because you're not really fueling your body with nutrients 00:11:35.190 --> 00:11:39.449 So gluten free products have come a long way. Thank goodness. And 00:11:40.480 --> 00:11:42.060 every food fits in a healthy diet 00:11:42.060 --> 00:11:47.699 But you don't want the staples and the main part of your diet to be those processed food items 00:11:47.800 --> 00:11:55.440 So making sure you're like filling up your plate with whole wholesome gluten-free stuff. So all your meats all your veggies all your fruits 00:11:56.350 --> 00:11:58.560 starches juice like potatoes and corn 00:11:59.290 --> 00:12:03.300 rice quinoa all those things are still really important for a celiac so 00:12:03.880 --> 00:12:11.669 Focusing on a healthy gluten-free diet is is really important and not just doing a swap of gluten free products to packaged 00:12:12.190 --> 00:12:16.259 Packet today, right? Because those packaged foods when you put in so many fillers 00:12:16.260 --> 00:12:21.240 it's like all those are gonna they're gonna inflame you right you're gonna be 00:12:22.030 --> 00:12:26.040 You're you're not gonna be digesting food properly and then you're gonna have similar symptoms 00:12:26.680 --> 00:12:31.919 Like you're eating gluten and so you're like hey, how come I'm eating gluten free and I'm still sick like ah, my friend 00:12:36.220 --> 00:12:37.470 Yeah 00:12:37.470 --> 00:12:39.660 so you still want to be eating like food and 00:12:40.420 --> 00:12:43.740 You know bread and cookies and that stuff that's still if it's in a diet 00:12:44.380 --> 00:12:51.149 But just don't think oh that I'm now I'm eating gluten free cookies. That's healthy. I can eat that breakfast lunch and dinner, right? 00:12:51.160 --> 00:12:53.670 No, no, you wear your Whole Foods. I 00:12:55.120 --> 00:12:57.120 love that good and 00:12:57.670 --> 00:12:58.990 then 00:12:58.990 --> 00:13:00.990 one two number three 00:13:01.180 --> 00:13:06.479 So now that you are a celiac and you probably went through a period of you know 00:13:06.480 --> 00:13:08.969 Getting sick and having all this inflammation in your body 00:13:09.550 --> 00:13:12.180 You have different nutrient needs than before 00:13:12.520 --> 00:13:16.020 so a lot of times there's malabsorption which just means you can't 00:13:16.120 --> 00:13:24.029 You know your stomach and your gut your intestines really are so inflamed so damaged you're not properly absorbing vitamins and minerals 00:13:24.340 --> 00:13:28.050 And a lot of times calories which is why people lose weight and they become malnourished 00:13:29.500 --> 00:13:31.030 so 00:13:31.030 --> 00:13:32.650 now that 00:13:32.650 --> 00:13:36.690 You know your gut is is so damaged you have increased nutrient needs 00:13:36.880 --> 00:13:40.890 So some of the big ones that we received efficiencies are iron calcium 00:13:41.470 --> 00:13:44.670 vitamin D zinc the B vitamins and folate 00:13:45.370 --> 00:13:48.479 And all those are so important for health a lot of times 00:13:48.480 --> 00:13:52.200 That's why celiacs get you know, headaches and tingling in their hands and their feet 00:13:52.480 --> 00:13:58.560 Those are all related to vitamin C deficiencies that are caused by celiac. They're not necessarily caused by the gluten 00:13:58.560 --> 00:14:00.560 It's like a secondary reaction 00:14:00.670 --> 00:14:07.229 So I always recommend you go to your doctor and get regular blood tests to see if you're soakin exposed to gluten 00:14:07.230 --> 00:14:09.230 but also to check those 00:14:09.459 --> 00:14:14.939 Levels of vitamins and minerals and it's really important that if you are so low on that 00:14:15.190 --> 00:14:20.399 Even though it you might be eating a wonderful healthy full balanced all you know, great diet 00:14:20.680 --> 00:14:26.609 You could still be experiencing some symptoms and some deficiencies. So in that case you would need a supplement and 00:14:27.399 --> 00:14:30.449 That's something that is super individualized. You know, there's no 00:14:32.740 --> 00:14:35.039 One-size-fits-all like supplement routine a 00:14:35.709 --> 00:14:38.939 Multivitamin is a good is a good like insurance policy 00:14:38.940 --> 00:14:44.099 But sometimes celiacs will need more than what's in the multivitamin because they're not absorbing at all 00:14:44.279 --> 00:14:49.648 So the multivitamin might give you a hundred percent of your daily needs, but you're only absorbing 30 percent 00:14:50.140 --> 00:14:54.419 So you might still be feeling sick because you're anemic because you're not absorbing iron 00:14:54.940 --> 00:14:59.099 And that takes time for your gut to fully heal before you can you know 00:14:59.100 --> 00:15:05.130 Bring those levels back up and there's some people who have a factory celiac disease, which means never fully heals 00:15:05.560 --> 00:15:11.520 and in those cases those individuals need to take more extreme measures, but kind of the 00:15:12.399 --> 00:15:14.849 Overarching thing is your nutrient needs are different than before 00:15:14.860 --> 00:15:19.770 So before you could have gotten away with just eating a standard diet and taking multivitamin now 00:15:20.290 --> 00:15:23.130 While your gut heals you're gonna need more vitamins and minerals 00:15:24.100 --> 00:15:27.810 That's awesome. What do you what do you tell people about dairy I get asked that a lot 00:15:28.990 --> 00:15:31.979 Yeah, so that feeds into number four, so 00:15:32.680 --> 00:15:38.820 The fourth thing is cut out gluten might not be enough and dairy is a huge a huge one 00:15:38.820 --> 00:15:45.119 So a lot of people let's say they're totally fine on their cross contact and they're eating a healthy gluten-free diet 00:15:45.120 --> 00:15:50.010 They're taking the supplements for them, but they're still gassy and blody and they still migraines 00:15:51.670 --> 00:15:54.249 And they eat they just don't feel good 00:15:54.889 --> 00:15:59.258 There other people have sensitivities to specific things and the most common one is dairy 00:15:59.269 --> 00:16:04.568 So a lot of my celiac clients we take out dairy from their diet then they feel much better 00:16:05.209 --> 00:16:08.258 Sometimes they can tolerate small amounts of dairy or they can tolerate 00:16:08.779 --> 00:16:14.409 You know whey, which is like a protein and dairy and they're sensitive to lactose. Some people are sensitive to all dairy 00:16:15.049 --> 00:16:16.279 so 00:16:16.279 --> 00:16:22.418 Addressing, you know through elimination diet, which is what I do a lot with clients and that takes time to do going through 00:16:22.429 --> 00:16:27.999 You know, do you have sensitivity to dairy soy lagoons corn oats fructose? 00:16:29.480 --> 00:16:31.009 artificial sweeteners 00:16:31.009 --> 00:16:37.238 Those are all really common ones that you kind of have to address with each person. So that's not something that I say 00:16:37.239 --> 00:16:42.489 Okay, as a celiac now you need to cut out all these food groups. That's not gonna leave you feeling great 00:16:43.329 --> 00:16:44.509 or 00:16:44.509 --> 00:16:46.539 nourished so it's really just 00:16:47.269 --> 00:16:51.578 Individualized but dairy is a big one that you know a lot of celiac feel better 00:16:51.579 --> 00:16:58.269 Once they remove which is why it's so great. Now I see so many gluten-free and dairy food products, which is wonderful 00:16:58.279 --> 00:17:02.798 There's a lot of good dairy-free alternatives out there, which makes it a lot easier on us 00:17:03.470 --> 00:17:04.779 Yes, I know 00:17:04.779 --> 00:17:11.919 I imagine like the people that have been the pioneers of celiac - oh my gosh and doing this even ten years ago like 00:17:12.470 --> 00:17:13.779 so much targer 00:17:13.779 --> 00:17:20.768 we're so blessed like so I'm so grateful for so many companies who have adapted and really changed their how they 00:17:21.199 --> 00:17:24.129 Manufacture things and making sure that it's safe. And then now 00:17:24.199 --> 00:17:30.158 adding that health factor like non GMOs and all of that like it's just so important that we 00:17:30.409 --> 00:17:33.309 Understand what we're putting into our body. So that's huge 00:17:33.860 --> 00:17:35.269 Yeah, okay 00:17:35.269 --> 00:17:38.049 So I have another question that says 00:17:39.019 --> 00:17:45.099 What do you recommend someone does when they've been gluten gluten? That's a tricky one, so 00:17:46.130 --> 00:17:52.510 Unfortunately, there isn't like a medication for it. There's not really anything that we can take to like make the gluten go away 00:17:53.720 --> 00:17:55.340 and 00:17:55.340 --> 00:18:00.250 Really the best thing to do is just kind of rest give yourself some time to kind of rest and recover 00:18:00.590 --> 00:18:05.829 to make sure you're hydrating to make sure you're eating because if you're like your guts are hurting I know it's 00:18:05.970 --> 00:18:07.330 for a lot of people 00:18:07.330 --> 00:18:14.789 To continue to eat. However, if you're not eating you're gonna be low-energy and lethargic and that's just gonna make you feel worse. So 00:18:16.000 --> 00:18:18.989 Rest hydrate drinking like some kind of peppermint tea 00:18:20.049 --> 00:18:24.299 The other thing is I always encourage people don't want celiac win 00:18:24.299 --> 00:18:29.369 So I know when you get sick you want to lay on the couch and curl up in a ball and hold your stomach 00:18:29.830 --> 00:18:35.100 But there's life to live and you still have to get out there and carry on and live your life 00:18:35.379 --> 00:18:41.819 Um, and sometimes just moving will help you be distracted from a little bit too. So doing your best to kind of carry on. Um, 00:18:42.429 --> 00:18:46.829 My biggest tip. This is helpful for the ladies men. I'm sorry. I can't help you here 00:18:47.649 --> 00:18:50.489 But wearing like a pair of high waist leggings 00:18:51.250 --> 00:18:54.089 So you like your stomach is like hugged like, you know? 00:18:54.090 --> 00:18:57.840 You just like when your guts hurt you just like want to hug them with like, okay 00:18:57.840 --> 00:19:02.850 So highways leggings and then I take those like hand warmers like the you know 00:19:02.850 --> 00:19:06.509 When it's cold outside like the shakable ones and I put them in my leggings. I 00:19:07.299 --> 00:19:11.099 Have like a walking hug heating pad on myself 00:19:11.860 --> 00:19:14.219 So that it's just like so much more comfortable 00:19:14.220 --> 00:19:20.939 It's like function because you have like you're not tied to a heating pad on the couch that's plugged in right you can 00:19:21.490 --> 00:19:25.589 Flip. Yeah, I love that super weird, but it's super helpful 00:19:25.600 --> 00:19:29.399 No, I've got it more than I wish I had to but yeah, yeah 00:19:29.399 --> 00:19:30.220 I bet 00:19:30.220 --> 00:19:32.970 one thing we like to do is we put essential oils like 00:19:33.039 --> 00:19:39.689 peppermint or a digestion or whatever whatever brand I'm using at the time and rubbing that on that helps soothe it too and just keep 00:19:39.970 --> 00:19:45.389 Moving and not just because it's so easy to stay home for a week poor me like right, right 00:19:45.389 --> 00:19:53.008 That's like but mentally what does that do for you? It's not serving you. So I love that you brought that up now. Um 00:19:53.769 --> 00:19:55.769 What do you think about charcoal? 00:19:56.409 --> 00:20:03.329 So the research on charcoal is it's not great. You know, it's still kind of a developing thing, especially for celiac 00:20:03.330 --> 00:20:07.860 So there is some research out there for like food sensitivities. Obviously, it's used for people 00:20:08.860 --> 00:20:15.389 To help them like vomit in severe cases, but for celiac like the evidence doesn't show that that's necessarily beneficial 00:20:15.909 --> 00:20:17.939 however, both charcoal and 00:20:18.610 --> 00:20:20.610 digestive enzyme 00:20:20.880 --> 00:20:22.880 Possibly have a placebo effect. So 00:20:23.430 --> 00:20:28.279 Placebo effects really they work if you take them and you believe they're gonna work and you're telling yourself 00:20:28.280 --> 00:20:30.280 I'm going to take these am going to feel better you 00:20:30.780 --> 00:20:32.250 Could feel better 00:20:32.250 --> 00:20:35.119 and to be honest if you have to 00:20:35.120 --> 00:20:40.160 You know stand on your head and spin 5 times around and that makes you feel better then do it 00:20:40.350 --> 00:20:46.399 So the research is like a little bit sketchy. But whatever you have to do to feel better do it, huh? 00:20:46.890 --> 00:20:49.070 And just don't sit on that couch and poor me 00:20:49.770 --> 00:20:52.220 You know relax for a little bit and give yourself some time 00:20:52.220 --> 00:20:58.850 But then continue to just get out and thrive because it can be a really deep dark place once you kind of slide into that 00:20:59.220 --> 00:21:02.839 so put on your pants put on your little heat pad and 00:21:03.480 --> 00:21:05.480 Girl pants. Yeah 00:21:06.180 --> 00:21:08.330 Well, I love that. I've never taken charcoal, but I 00:21:08.880 --> 00:21:12.380 Anytime like I mention anything about that on on my Instagram account or anything 00:21:12.450 --> 00:21:18.830 People always swear by charcoal and I just I haven't gotten into that yet. Um, but I wondered what your take was on that 00:21:18.830 --> 00:21:24.559 Thank you for addressing that if people if they say they take it and then helps them. Please take it go for it more 00:21:24.560 --> 00:21:26.250 Yeah, it's not gonna hurt them. So 00:21:26.250 --> 00:21:33.050 Ok, that's good to know. Yeah, awesome. Oh, man. Ok. So like what does it look like to work with you? 00:21:33.050 --> 00:21:35.149 So someone's just diagnosed with celiac disease 00:21:35.880 --> 00:21:42.260 What does that what does it look like walk through it walk through it. So I do a lot of video calls 00:21:42.260 --> 00:21:47.479 I like to see people's faces. I like to have an interaction. I think it's so important to have that human connection 00:21:47.520 --> 00:21:53.509 So we do a lot of video chats. We do some phone calls email. That's kind of how they contact me 00:21:53.510 --> 00:21:55.550 But really I'm just part of their support team 00:21:55.550 --> 00:22:00.619 So we go through their whole diet what it looks like we talk about possible areas of cross contamination 00:22:00.900 --> 00:22:03.320 We go through things like if they're still eating dairy 00:22:03.990 --> 00:22:07.790 soy seeing if there's anything like that that might be an issue for them and 00:22:08.850 --> 00:22:15.919 pulling things out adding things in it takes more than one session to really, you know decide what foods could be problematic and 00:22:16.590 --> 00:22:21.499 You know how to clean out your kitchen and then we sit around with the whole family if you're living with people and talk to 00:22:21.500 --> 00:22:26.270 The family because it's more than just one person. It's not just one person who has to live with celiac 00:22:26.270 --> 00:22:28.270 it's everyone in the house and 00:22:28.470 --> 00:22:33.399 The spouses and the kids and the friends and the family so talking with those people 00:22:33.890 --> 00:22:38.290 Talking to the client about how to talk to those people and explain their needs and advocate 00:22:38.420 --> 00:22:43.360 We do a lot of practicing at restaurants. So one of the biggest questions you will get is. How do I eat out? 00:22:43.360 --> 00:22:48.519 How do I talk to a server and not so nerve-racking? I still like sometimes get anxiety like that 00:22:48.520 --> 00:22:52.330 I need to talk to the server. So we just do a lot of role play which is so fun 00:22:53.210 --> 00:22:58.329 and we go through that so it really depends kind of on the client's needs and 00:22:58.940 --> 00:23:06.039 Just addressing the areas that they're struggling with and really just being a support system that person that they can text when they don't feel 00:23:06.040 --> 00:23:09.399 Good or when they have a question about a food product or they're trying to cook 00:23:09.560 --> 00:23:14.080 But their world is turned upside down because everything that they used to cook they can't cook anymore 00:23:14.240 --> 00:23:19.359 So I'm trying to make dinner for my family shoot what I make? Yeah, so hired 00:23:19.360 --> 00:23:25.149 Yeah, right so helped, so that's when they reach out to me and you know kind of walk them through that process 00:23:25.810 --> 00:23:29.679 and help them from being in a place of like confusion and isolation and 00:23:29.840 --> 00:23:36.069 Frustration to a place where it's just their normal life and they don't have that confusion anymore. They're thriving and 00:23:37.790 --> 00:23:42.340 There isn't a place where they fully understand their disease they fully understand how to manage it and 00:23:43.460 --> 00:23:49.329 They're just yeah, they're rocking their diagnosis. They're rocking their disease and it's not anything that's holding the back anymore 00:23:49.700 --> 00:23:53.289 So that's kind of the process to get them there. Okay? 00:23:53.290 --> 00:23:59.320 So how many sessions does that normally take to get them to that point of like they feel confident in themselves and what they're doing? 00:23:59.720 --> 00:24:01.720 yeah, so 00:24:01.820 --> 00:24:09.100 We do like a month-to-month basis, but we do weekly check-ins. So there's a lot of weekly check-ins in between the time from like 00:24:09.680 --> 00:24:15.970 Diagnosis or like shortly after diagnosis. I get some people who they've been diagnosed like three years and they're like 00:24:15.970 --> 00:24:18.370 I still haven't gotten help like I'm still not thriving 00:24:18.590 --> 00:24:23.980 And I'm like, I'm happy like let's let's take care of it now before it's been six years and you're still not driving 00:24:23.980 --> 00:24:25.990 you know the sooner the better, but 00:24:27.260 --> 00:24:31.660 For for a lot of people. It's usually at least a few months just to you know have 00:24:32.270 --> 00:24:36.100 That person that they can call because so much life happens 00:24:36.230 --> 00:24:39.099 you know for I work with a lot of kids too and 00:24:39.590 --> 00:24:45.880 With kids. It's like how do you navigate soccer season and then in summer time? So, how do you navigate day care? 00:24:45.880 --> 00:24:47.880 And now you back in school and how do you talk about? 00:24:48.190 --> 00:24:54.359 You know going to school with the teachers and the new classmates and now there's class parties. Oh and now it's Christmastime 00:24:54.700 --> 00:24:55.590 How do I do that? 00:24:55.590 --> 00:25:02.040 it's the kids birthday and it's their first time and now they're having a sleepover and there's so many things to navigate with that and 00:25:02.770 --> 00:25:04.090 You know 00:25:04.090 --> 00:25:10.890 You don't heal right away with celiac. It's not like you will go gluten-free and then you're perfectly fine. So 00:25:12.160 --> 00:25:19.079 It takes time and you need that support for for awhile. Which which is what I'm there for. That is awesome 00:25:19.530 --> 00:25:25.019 Yeah, I know. I'm like, I think you're like the training wheels. You're like wait, don't take them off yet. So can you be still? 00:25:26.560 --> 00:25:31.349 That's awesome. I love that. Um, so what's your favorite thing about 00:25:33.070 --> 00:25:36.840 Helping people with their lifestyle with their healthy lifestyle 00:25:37.750 --> 00:25:38.830 You know 00:25:38.830 --> 00:25:41.550 so I I've been a dietitian for a while and 00:25:41.710 --> 00:25:47.760 I used to work with more like athletes and people that want it's like lose weight and that stuff and that's still so much fun 00:25:47.760 --> 00:25:54.270 I still have like a big a big hobby in heart with that but there's a difference between helping people for like aesthetic goals or 00:25:54.370 --> 00:25:56.370 Helping them improve their for tea time 00:25:56.620 --> 00:25:59.849 We're helping them cut weight for a wrestling knee or something like that 00:26:00.190 --> 00:26:04.320 to helping people who are sick and to getting them better and just to see 00:26:05.020 --> 00:26:08.520 But people have transformation photos all the time on Instagram you'll see 00:26:09.070 --> 00:26:14.730 Like this weight and then I lost this much weight or whatever, but there's a transformation photo that you can see 00:26:14.730 --> 00:26:17.280 I think you've done one about your daughter. Um of 00:26:17.800 --> 00:26:21.779 Someone sit. I have the chills of someone sick and then someone feeling better 00:26:22.300 --> 00:26:27.419 Wow and so that's the transformation that I like so when I get my clients and they you know 00:26:27.420 --> 00:26:32.069 They come to me just so confused and so frustrated and I know where I'm gonna take them 00:26:32.530 --> 00:26:36.180 It just gives me so much joy knowing like they might not be confident in it 00:26:36.180 --> 00:26:41.399 But I know that they're gonna get to a better place and then once they finally get there being able to celebrate with them 00:26:42.070 --> 00:26:46.320 And that's just the best part that is like I'm my tearing up right now 00:26:46.870 --> 00:26:50.880 Because that's like that's what we said like this. This is why we do it and 00:26:51.550 --> 00:26:53.400 That's why I do serving celiacs 00:26:53.400 --> 00:26:57.329 Like I just want people to know that like you can do this 00:26:57.330 --> 00:27:03.230 You can live this life and raw like still live the best you like be the best person 00:27:03.960 --> 00:27:09.079 even with and especially with celiac disease and I just I think that we 00:27:09.300 --> 00:27:13.940 Can all learn from each other and like the things that you do and the things that we all do to help 00:27:14.190 --> 00:27:21.860 This community is so big and I love that. Yeah, when so random, but tell us about your dog 00:27:21.860 --> 00:27:23.790 I know this is 00:27:23.790 --> 00:27:29.300 Just subject that when you talking about your dog, I was so intrigued. So tell me about your little dog 00:27:29.300 --> 00:27:31.909 Okay, so I have a dog his name's Wally 00:27:32.910 --> 00:27:36.139 Which is hurt for walnut cupcake, but that's another side story 00:27:36.140 --> 00:27:41.030 And um, so he the Labradoodle and they're known for having food allergies 00:27:41.370 --> 00:27:48.589 So I was told he needs to eat like a gluten-free diet, um, which I the person that told me that didn't have 00:27:49.260 --> 00:27:53.840 Celiac or anything. I was always planning on giving him gluten free diet because I don't want like the crumbs 00:27:53.910 --> 00:27:57.139 Hi my hands in my pockets. I do a lot of dog training with him 00:27:58.920 --> 00:28:00.350 So anyways, so yeah 00:28:00.350 --> 00:28:02.160 he's always been gluten free and now he 00:28:02.160 --> 00:28:05.690 Doesn't if he eats like a big gluten free stuff if I take him to doggy daycare 00:28:05.760 --> 00:28:11.960 Something he gets a rash and get sick because he hasn't had it which is the reason that he's been great 00:28:12.150 --> 00:28:17.480 He's all gluten-free stuff. Lots of hot dogs and chicken and and a good stuff. I love it 00:28:17.750 --> 00:28:24.500 So yeah dog pal around and you sail around Winfrey hitting me. Yep. I love it. That is like the best 00:28:25.620 --> 00:28:27.739 You know, it's just like bringing to life 00:28:29.040 --> 00:28:35.300 Bringing to like a view to everybody else giving us a vision of like what your everyday life looks like 00:28:35.300 --> 00:28:38.810 It's so key like I just wonder. Okay. What is she eating? What is that person? 00:28:39.570 --> 00:28:41.190 Look like I think 00:28:41.190 --> 00:28:45.080 My kids want a dog and I'm like no because then we'd have to go gluten-free right now with the dog 00:28:45.080 --> 00:28:48.679 And I just I can't do that right now. I got four kids. I'm like I maxed out 00:28:48.680 --> 00:28:51.740 So for my sanity like not now, yeah later 00:28:51.780 --> 00:28:54.080 But not now and I but I just love that 00:28:54.330 --> 00:29:00.500 To envision what other people go through and then you get to do that on a one-and-one my faces all the time 00:29:00.500 --> 00:29:03.319 It's just like so Cyrenians. So awesome 00:29:03.840 --> 00:29:05.250 so 00:29:05.250 --> 00:29:06.080 Erin Mike 00:29:06.080 --> 00:29:11.120 it's been so fun teaming up with you and like we've done this special now for a little bit and I think 00:29:11.280 --> 00:29:13.280 Extend it a little bit further 00:29:13.310 --> 00:29:18.139 We have more people need it. We have to extend it. Yeah, I know so tell everybody what we've done 00:29:18.780 --> 00:29:19.890 so 00:29:19.890 --> 00:29:22.759 we have teamed up because coral has an 00:29:23.100 --> 00:29:29.180 Awesome eCourse which covers like all the emotional stuff of celiac how to clean up your kitchen like so many great 00:29:29.490 --> 00:29:33.770 Printables and just a content that you can you know kind of go through your own time 00:29:34.080 --> 00:29:41.419 Which is amazing, and there's a lot of stuff that I work with my clients with at first, so they're getting like a killer resource 00:29:42.000 --> 00:29:43.920 kind of in their pocket, so 00:29:43.920 --> 00:29:51.109 We're packaging that within a one-on-one with me to kind of cover any specific questions you have can I create a plan and together? 00:29:51.110 --> 00:29:53.599 That's just like everything you could want 00:29:53.790 --> 00:30:00.409 for being a newly diagnosed or someone that's just still struggling with celiac and who wants the emotional support in the physical support in the 00:30:00.410 --> 00:30:02.509 mental support so together we have 00:30:03.060 --> 00:30:05.060 created that 00:30:05.250 --> 00:30:11.930 And we're just kind of offering that for for the time being until slots all fill up. So that's been just so exciting 00:30:11.930 --> 00:30:17.930 I know I love that. It's been like linking up with you. I'm like, yes, it just makes sense. I love it 00:30:18.110 --> 00:30:23.450 So I'm you can go on to serving celiacs calm and on the blog post with the show notes and everything 00:30:23.450 --> 00:30:26.179 We're gonna should be linking the resources to that special 00:30:26.180 --> 00:30:28.519 If you're listening to this six months from now 00:30:28.650 --> 00:30:34.550 We may have been capped out with how many people were gonna be able to accept but we'll always like be linking up in some 00:30:34.550 --> 00:30:37.399 Form or other and so we'll always be linking up the most 00:30:38.160 --> 00:30:44.450 current deal or special or opportunity to work with Aaron individually or together with the eCourse like we 00:30:44.730 --> 00:30:51.950 Just we're here to literally help you be your best self. And so that's really fun. And I 00:30:52.770 --> 00:30:54.950 So wish I had these resources 00:30:54.950 --> 00:31:01.099 I wish I had you when we were first diagnosed because that was like some of the most confusing 00:31:02.160 --> 00:31:07.670 Days of my life and I'm not like I'm not one to get flustered or to let things get to me 00:31:08.340 --> 00:31:14.449 But like literally like I needed to have answers and where I was searching on the internet 00:31:14.450 --> 00:31:20.599 I was finding a lot of negativity and like you just have to stay home and you can never go out again 00:31:20.600 --> 00:31:25.550 And you can't go to restaurants and you this and I'm like are you kidding me? Squash all those little people? 00:31:26.250 --> 00:31:28.160 Are dead to me? 00:31:28.160 --> 00:31:32.179 Yeah, yes because we can live this life and I am just so grateful 00:31:32.640 --> 00:31:34.580 So okay Aaron tell me yeah 00:31:34.580 --> 00:31:42.439 I just have one takeaway that you can leave our little listeners here in our little celiac and gluten-free community. Yes, would it be I 00:31:43.020 --> 00:31:47.389 think we've said it a few times but it has to be like it has to be said 00:31:47.610 --> 00:31:50.689 To end it and just to drill it in is just to say positive 00:31:51.570 --> 00:31:56.540 You will if you're looking online on your own and you're googling your way if your diagnosis and your treatment You will find people that are telling you you can't go out to eat. You can do that friends houses You can't eat this this this this you can never do this again. You could never travel false false false I have done it Coral has done it thousands of other celiacs have done it It takes learning it takes education and it takes positivity. So Don't listen to the naysayers. Don't listen the negativit Really just stay positive with it and continue to learn and continue to just push forward And stay patient with everything Thank You Erin so wise so I welcome Yeah, thank you for having me on today. Oh, I've just loved every second of it. Can we just be neighbors already? I know we're already so close here. Now. I'm in California. So I know I know we're almost there. We're almost there We made it halfway across the country. Yes. Alright, Erin. Have a great day And for sure, we'll have you on again with another great hot topic for Celiac and gluten free living. Yay. Thank you. Okay
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When I hear the word vacation, I am just giddy inside… like yes PLEASE… sign me up! My bags are packed in my head and we are already there… but then…
Then the second, and the third, and the fourth thoughts enter my head… can we really do this… can we go there and be gluten free... safe? How would we be safe? How would we not get glutened and still enjoy our vacation?
Do you find yourself in this rut as well? I am sure I am not alone… but this episode has been so therapeutic for me to brainstorm and draft up… As I reflect on things we have done really well and then things that WOW I wish we would have done… so stay tuned as I share my Top 11 Traveling Gluten Free Nuggets with you…
Intro-
Today we are dissecting traveling-gluten free in great detail to help you not lose your mind and actually enjoy the time away with the people you love most.
You guys- I am here to say that IT IS WORTH IT! We have got to get out and LIVE the life we have always dreamed of. Maybe we can’t just pick up our bags and go wherever the wind blows, like we used to, but guess what? The internet and technology are beautiful things… with some research and some planning, we can go to the most exotic and beautiful places around the world AND have a blast doing it!
Last month our family, all the 6 of us, went to Hawaii! It was my kids FIRST.TIME.EVER. on a plane…that is what happens when you have 4 kids in 5 years… the only getaway I was taking was to the hospital to give birth… but for reals… anyways, you can only imagine the excitement of my 9, 8, 6 & 4 year old preparing and going on a plane and then having our destination be Hawaii!!!!
Yet I knew I would lose my mind ~ heading to Hawaii with the kids before having the chance to go and scope out how I would do this with the kids. How would I ensure their gluten free safety?
So unselfishly (and maybe a little selfishly), last year, I went to Hawaii with my husband. BEST. IDEA. EVER! We scoped it all out. This way I was familiar - learned the good safe spots. Had an idea of how I can make this as stress-free as possible with kids. Cause lets face... vacationing with kids is stressful in and of itself... then you throw in celiac disease... times 3... oh forget it... haha I know my limits and so I knew I needed to have visuals in my mind before taking the little ones so I can mentally and physically prepare. Seriously... Favorite Idea of the Century! Of course any excuse to go anywhere alone with my husband is a WIN but then to go in preparation mode was therapeutic for me. I am an organizer and a fixer so yes I want to have things mapped out and in control!
You better believe I am going to keep that tradition alive and have a trip with my husband first as I establish my comfort and safety measures before I take the kids. I highly recommend this to any of you out there!!!
So BEFORE I went to Hawaii, even the first time, I did A LOT of research. And then this last time I went I did EVEN MORE research prior to going. I am used to the find me gluten free app which helps me get a good idea of what restaurants and fast food places would be safe for us. I looked on Pinterest for ideas and blog posts. I messaged Friends that I knew had been to Hawaii who are also gluten-free. I sent messages to other bloggers that I knew had gone there as well. I packed everything super well. :) Believe it or not, I even packed my seasonings since I didn’t want to buy huge containers of seasonings that would be safe while I was there in Hawaii. Each child had a Gallon Ziploc bag and filled it with snacks and fruit and other food for the plane ride to Hawaii. Once we were there and all checked into our hotel we went to Walmart and Costco. We loaded up on lots of groceries, snacks and safe foods. I also bought aluminum foil and paper plates. You might be thinking why foil? Well we use aluminum foil on the bottom of the pans in the hotel so that the food never touches the pan.
Speaking of the hotel and dishes... when I got to the hotel I put all the dishes that I believe we would be using in the dishwasher and wash them in a cycle before we use a thing. This is truly for peace of mind and a great tip Courtney from getaway Gluten Free shared with me. It makes so much sense! Don’t put the silverware back into the drawer because those drawers are the collection of every crumb that ever lived. So once the utensils are washed, I put them in a cup facing up and that is where we stored everything. The hotel provided us with a new sponge in its package I knew we were safe in that regard. I did my research and decided that there were enough restaurants and we could eat out one meal a day. That would keep my sanity and my stress levels down by just eating one meal a day out. I then cooked the rest of them in the hotel. I’m so glad We did that!
I want to go out and explore foods from other places as well, but more importantly I want to know they are safe and that no one‘s going to be sick. So mentally I knew I could handle one meal a day there. We would go and talk to the chef. We are very thorough and we make sure that our food is gluten-free safe for us.
I have to tell you that this plan wasn’t fool proof. I made an agenda that we used which planned out our itinerary of restaurants. So the very first restaurant we went to when we got off the plane (which by the way we were hungry, that was a LONG flight) didn't go as planned. Sadly when we got there we were told that they ran out of the oil that they needed to cook us fresh gluten-free foods in their designated fryer. Bummer! Literally we were all SO EXCITED to go to eat this fried chicken and french fries and literally we couldn’t eat anything there... nothing was safe. I didn’t account for that in my planning and I had no idea where to eat. By this time we were all REALLY HUNGRY. But I decided I wasn’t going to make that a big deal. I’m so glad I didn’t. Because my kids feed off of my body language (and I know that) so I need to be positive myself.
So I told the kids we are going to find something... and something fast. We then called California Pizza Kitchen that was a few miles away and ordered our food to go. I explain the severity of our need for safe gluten-free foods and they assured me that they would be safe and take all precautions for us. What a great back up plan I didn’t have that on our agenda but we were able to adapt. I truly believe that it wasn’t even a big deal because I didn’t allow it to be a big deal in my mind and in my heart and even in my stomach which that’s the hardest part.
Sometimes we have to run with the punches. Sometimes it’s not exciting news. Sometimes it’s an inconvenience. Sometimes pain is involved. Sometimes frustrations boil. But WE get to decide how we show up. Remember we didn’t go on vacation for the food. :) We went on the vacation to make fun memories with my family.
An interesting fact to note: when we went to Hawaii we were able to take fruit on the plane, on the way back we were not. You cannot bring anything agricultural back to the states from Hawaii. I learned that the hard way. So I’m letting you know so you don’t make the same mistake. You’re welcome!
Preparation is key!!! It’s going to take some time… and a lot of planning. But the beauty of it is… there is A TON of gluten free research that has already been done for us. There are sooooo many locations and destinations around the world ~ its insane.
SO I want to give you the step by step guide to planning your dream vacation. And also share my latest trip AND tips with you.
You guys, I am so excited to share with you the tips that will help to ensure your safety which will ease your mind while planning your next family vacation. Hopefully it will be an exciting process for you! I’ve narrowed it down to 11 amazing tips to help you have the best vacation (the best gluten-free vacation) your family has ever had. Here they are:
- Pinterest. I search for the place I am dreaming of and add the word gluten free. I know its basic right… but really- don’t skip this step. You will be linked to so many amazing blog posts and resources that will start getting you excited and motivated. DON'T be discouraged though if where you are headed isn’t posted about a ton or even at all… that does not mean that you can not go.
- Gluten Free guides. My favorite resources come from a few of my good celiac friends. Do you follow @getawayglutenfree or @forglutensakes on Instagram? They both are incredible and have poured their heart and soul into creating legit guides for us to places literally all around the world. Both are like a gold mine!
- Once you have found the destination start looking for hotels. Now I love staying at Marriott resorts. And this is not a sponsored shout out for them… (although it should be) I love the fact that they have full kitchens. Now this may seem just like a good perk for the average person… but for us gluten free eaters and especially celiacs this is a gold mine. I mean really… being able to cook your own food to ensure it’s safety is music to my gluten free ears. I will be dissecting how I recently made my trip to Hawaii with my husband and all four kids (3 of us have celiac disease) and it was a serious success staying at a marriott resort in Hawaii.
- Airbnb is also another good option. Not my first… but it is a good option. I say it is not my first just because you never truly know the cleanliness/safety of a home until you get there. If you are at a hotel… they can switch you rooms or get a housekeeper to come to your aid. But I would way rather have a kitchen than not.. so airbnb is still a really good option. Read reviews and ratings!
- Look for surrounding grocery stores and markets. You want to be sure that safe food is easily accessible and within your budget. I actually find that cooking myself saves us soooo much money. But while traveling it is still fun to explore restaurants as well.
- Finding good safe restaurants is everything. Like Christmas morning!!! A lot of times you can find amazing options on blog posts and especially on the guides I was talking about earlier from Courtney @getaway gluten free and Carrie from @forglutensakes but I also love the Findmeglutenfree app. Now you can not take every recommendation for face value. There are all kinds of people rating these restaurants… there can be reviews from extremely negative people trying to find fault in anyone and everyone(I know we all know someone like that) and then there are also people rating this app that eat gf as a health benefit and not for survival. Now don’t get me wrong, I love anyone trying to make better choices for them and their bodies. But when you are talking about safety precautions for cross contamination they may not be as strict as we have to be… so just remember that. I look for restaurants with multiple reviews like 10+ and that have high ratings. Especially when I am taking my kids with me, I will call ahead to make sure I am feeling confident enough to bring them. If I go to a restaurant with just my husband and I, and I don’t feel safe then I simply won’t eat and I will wait to go somewhere else later, Have a snack from my purse to tide me over and I am good to go. BUt when my kids are present, I don’t expect my 4 year old to understand that she has to wait til everyone else has eaten til we find something safe for her. SO yes, I am more thorough to ensure safety prior to going when my kids are involved. Call ahead, does the person answering the phone seem knowledgable? DO they understand what gluten is? DO they know what celiac disease is? When you mention cross contamination are they giving your the precautions they take to ensure your foods saftey or are they confused and have no idea what you are talking about? If they just aren’t too educated in gluten free safety precautions ask to speak to a manager and ask the same questions. See if you feel confident. If you don’t- DON’T RISK IT!
- Make a tentative schedule with days- activities- and FOOD you will eat. I try to eat out once a day to help my husband feel excited… food is seriously the way to his heart and I totally understand… so finding safe restaurants is a priority. Now if there aren’t many safe options around I send him and my son on a little date together and I make something extra special for dinner to eat with my girls. Its a pretty great set up… we make it work. We have found ways to enjoy the vacation and not let food restrictions be a problem at all! But scheduling out the days and the activities helps me to map out what restaurants are near by and safe or what foods we will need to prepare before hand.
- Transportation: Flight: If you are going on plane, you can call the airline ahead of time to see if they have any safe gluten free options, is there a charge? How do they ensure no cross contamination… if you are suspicious… bring your own food. It is liquids they are worried about… so fill a water bottle up after passing inspections or buy a water in the airport… and your flight attendants should be giving out beverages throughput the flight anyways. Roadtrip: if your taking a road trip… knowing the amount of time it will take will be key… then road map any safe restaurants and or bring enough food. Pack a cooler full of sandwiches, fruit, trail mix, beef jerky, chips, something sweet. Make it so fun and exciting you don’t get depressed every time you pass a fast food or restaurant. I am really just trying to set you up for success here…
- Stay Positive- Be excited - and remember, food is not why you are going on vacation… you are going to make memories, your are going to spend quality time with those you love the most- so as you go throughout your vacation… coach yourself through hunger pains or food frustrations… you will get through it!
- Document it. Take pictures, jot down the food places you loved, jot down what worked and what didn’t so that the next time you go there or somewhere else, you remember! Isn’t crazy how quickly we forget things… do you have this problem too? I tend to forget the hard times and remember the good… which is sooo awesome but then I forget to prevent situations from happening again… that lack of preparation will
- Really most important note of all: Be one step ahead…you know yourself- you know your family… think of what sets off each person into negative thinking or having a negative attitude. Such as dad gets angry when he’s hungry… what we call hangry or maybe Johnnie gets sad that they can’t eat at a fast food place… well then create solutions before you go. Bring food that is more exciting than any fast food joint to them… what are Johnnies favorite treats? And then make sure you have enough protein and filler foods for dad. Do you see how being prepared is everything. I mean really this principle is true for every person in this world not just gluten free eaters… it is just when food is limited because of restrictions… we need to be ultra prepared and sensitive to those we are with… cause lets face it… family vacations are a bit draining and taxing on everyone… so lets help brighten up everyones experience by doing some extra preparations.
So lets recap: Head to Pinterest. Gluten Free guides. Searching for hotel with kitchen. Air BNB. Grocery stores and markets near by hotel. Safe Restaurants. Outline daily schedule. Plan flight or transportation and what foods you will need to prep. Stay positiive. Document it. Be one step ahead of every activity or outing you go on!
You guys, going to Hawaii was one of my very favorite family vacations to date. I have to tell you we been on a few others amazing vacations that have been incredible and safe. I actually have a blog post sharing one of my easiest vacations ever and also one of the cheapest. And if your like me and want easy and cheap go check out my blog post I’m going to link to it in the bottom in the show notes of our RV camping trip. I know that might sound silly but it really was an incredible time. We literally pulled the rv up to our house loaded it with all of our safe pans, utensils and food and we had the best time. I break down all the details, how I prepped food, what we ate, and costs of it all. SO that is definitely a good read if you are looking for ideas for this summer that won’t break the bank or your sanity!
Happy planning and travels this summer!!! And remember, you don’t have to be a hermit. Get out and live your best life even with celiac disease - especially with celiac disease
Link to RV camping
I am so pumped to share with you who I chose to interview as my very first guest for The Gluten Free You & Me Podcast! One of the key elements to finding your groove as a celiac is finding safe foods to eat. I mean really, Who can you trust? What restaurants can you go to? What foods can you buy in the store? In a perfect world we would all eat whole foods and shop the ‘outside isles of the stores’. But my reality is I have 4 kids and a husband to feed all while working part time out of the house and working 3 businesses from my home. So, no I can not make everything from scratch. I truly believe we need balance in life. Even balance in our food. And I try my best to do just that. So back to my questions… really what foods can we trust? This is what I wanted to get to the bottom of. So many companies label their food as Gluten Free, but truly they are not safe for a celiac. The FDA states: 'How is “gluten-free” defined in the rule? In general, foods may be labeled “gluten-free” if they meet the definition and otherwise comply with the final rule’s requirements. More specifically, the final rule defines "gluten-free" as meaning that the food either is inherently gluten free; or does not contain an ingredient that is: 1) a gluten-containing grain (e.g., spelt wheat); 2) derived from a gluten-containing grain that has not been processed to remove gluten (e.g., wheat flour); or 3) derived from a gluten-containing grain that has been processed to remove gluten (e.g., wheat starch), if the use of that ingredient results in the presence of 20 parts per million (ppm) or more gluten in the food. Also, any unavoidable presence of gluten in the food must be less than 20 ppm. But then I asked myself… okay that’s great, but who is regulating these standards and how can I truly test the honesty and integrity of a brand? For years, I have been searching for answers... and I finally have found answers as I have gone straight to a reputable source. After you listen to this podcast with Chris Rich, who is the VP of Marketing & Development at the Gluten Intolerance Group, I believe you will find the same peace and assurance that I have. Chris Rich, VP of Marketing & Development of the Gluten Intolerance Group I can now, confidently say that I trust the Certified Gluten Free Label from the Gluten Intolerance Group! This is the label from the Gluten Intolerance Group With thousands of products and all items less than 10 ppm, I truly trust in the organization GIG/ GFCO. Click here to see their most up to date list of certified gluten free items and brands. One of my favorite things that I learned in this interview is that the majority of the staff either have celiac disease themselves or have first degree relatives. They are not looking for more transactions, they are looking to certify more brands that they themselves can trust to eat as well. Doesn’t that make a difference to you? It sure does to me.
If you think you have celiac disease, this podcast will help you break down the necessary tests to screen and diagnosis the disease. Below are the three we touched on! 1. Bloodwork: TTG IgG & TTG IgA 2. Endoscopic Biopsy to see the damage of the villi in the small intestines. Small procedure your put under anesthesia 3. Genetic Screening: HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8 At home test: https://imaware.health https://www.23andme.com You can also follow my day to day life my IG Stories: https://www.instagram.com/servingceliacs/ https://www.servingceliacs.com
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Hello There,
I am so glad that you are here- and I am so glad that I am here… Welcome to the Gluten Free You and Me Podcast!!! Where we learn to navigate and simplify our lives together in this gluten filled world.
My name is Coral Ward and I am the founder of Gluten Free with Coral. I started our gluten free and Celiac Journey about 4 years ago when my 2 year old daughter Chanelle was first diagnosed with Celiac Disease. Since her diagnosis my youngest daughter Sadie and I have both been diagnosed. That means 3 out of the 5 of our family members have Celiac Disease.
I live a 100% gluten free lifestyle and I have to tell you that I have come to I love it! I have come to realize that I am happier and healthier than I have ever been. After years of suffering, I now have learned to listen to my body, be strong in my will power, and not let celiac disease control my life or more importantly my mind.
It hasn’t always been easy, I remember the first time I walked into the grocery store and after 3 1/2 hours I left the store with only 2 items in my cart. Crying the entire way home… I quickly realized that I needed to find my gluten free groove and fast.
In this podcast I will be sharing exactly HOW I came to find this groove. Throughout these years of learning and becoming a gluten free expert I have created the gluten free eCourse, I offer one on one coaching, I travel and speak at events to help educate and inspire others and I have a strong presence on social media to help inspire you!
For the past year I’ve had this crazy feeling that I just can’t seem to shake, the feeling that I needed to share my voice, share my stories and share my hope with all of you in a deeper and more intimate way. And that is what has inspired me to start this podcast. And I am more pumped than ever to share my greatest gems with each of you!
I will be featuring and interviewing incredible people, organizations and brands that are making our gluten free world just that much better. We will be talking about things that really matter. The day to day living and situations that we can learn and overcome together.
Whether YOU have celiac disease, someone you love does or you eat gluten free for any reason, this is the podcast that will motivate, inspire and teach you the ways without losing your mind!
My hope here with the Gluten Free You and Me Podcast, is that every time you finish an episode- you will leave feeling more informed, positive, uplifted, and inspired to overcome any obstacles you are facing and know that you are not alone in this journey.
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