How I Use ChatGPT to Make Living with Celiac Disease Easier

Managing celiac disease can feel like a full-time job—from decoding restaurant menus and scanning ingredient labels to planning travel and tracking nutrition goals. In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite tools that helps make it all easier: ChatGPT.

I use ChatGPT as my “personal assistant for celiac life,” and today I’m walking you through exactly how I do it. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, feeling burnt out, or just want to make gluten-free living less overwhelming, this episode will show you how AI can help simplify your routines, save you time, and even help you feel more supported day-to-day.

We’ll cover:

• How I use ChatGPT for recipes, grocery shopping, restaurant research, travel planning, ingredient checking, & even troubleshooting symptoms

• The boundaries of using AI for health—and how to use it smartly

Plus, I share this week’s Celiac News of the Week, including a hopeful FDA fast-track update for a potential celiac treatment, and my Gluten-Free Favorite of the Week (spoiler: it’s a must-try NYC sushi spot 🍣).

If you’ve ever wished you had a gluten-free bestie to instantly check what’s safe to eat—this episode is for you.

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 — Intro: Launch day reflections & learning to let go of perfectionism

03:30 — Perfectionism & Celiac Disease Procrastination

05:44 — How ChatGPT can help prevent Celiac Disease Procrastination
06:36 — News of the Week: FDA grants Fast Track status to a potential celiac treatment
09:47 — Gluten-Free Favorite of the Week: Kazunori Hand Roll Bar (NYC) 🍣
11:08— Why I Use ChatGPT to Manage Celiac
14:24 — How I Use ChatGPT for: ・15:10 Recipes & meal ideas ・16:27 Grocery shopping & label scanning ・20:37 Eating out at restaurants & researching menus ・24:16 Travel planning with celiac in mind ・26:56 Checking medications, skincare, & household products ・30:13 Troubleshooting symptoms & spotting gluten exposure ・32:09 Managing health goals beyond gluten-free (like calcium & protein intake)
34:43 — Takeaways & reminder ChatGPT is not a doctor
36:57 — Outro + Sneak Peek: Celiac & Anxiety — Why They’re Connected (and How I Cope)

✨Let’s Connect

• Follow the podcast on Instagram: ⁠@celiacdiariespod⁠
• Follow me on Instagram: ⁠@lucia.cordaroo⁠
• Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube: ⁠Celiac Diaries Podcast⁠
• Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: ⁠Lucia Cordaro⁠
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Disclaimer

I’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

✨ Next week: Celiac & Anxiety — Why They’re Connected (and How I Cope)

Sources:

• Teva press release on FDA Fast Track designation for TEV-53408 ir.tevapharm.com

• Pharmacy Times article on TEV-53408’s status and ongoing trial Pharmacy Times

• Celiac Disease Foundation — overview of future therapies including TEV-53408 Celiac Disease Foundation

• ClinicalTrials listing / trial-finder info for TEV-53408 in celiac disease PAN Foundation Clinical Trial Finder

• BeyondCeliac — explaining how gluten can be hidden in medications (excipients, binders, coatings) Beyond Celiac

• Celiac.org — “Gluten in Medicine, Vitamins & Supplements” Celiac Disease Foundation

• Celiac.com — “Hidden Sources of Gluten in Everyday Medications and Supplements” Celiac.com

  
  

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My Celiac Disease Story & Why I’m Starting This Podcast

Welcome to the very first episode of The Celiac Diaries Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing my personal celiac disease story — from being diagnosed at 11 years old to finally thriving in my 20s — and why I felt called to start this podcast. If you’re living with celiac or navigating gluten-free life, you’ll find tips, support, and inspiration here to not just survive, but thrive.

This is the start of a new community for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by celiac disease, confused by cross-contamination, or just looking for a relatable voice in the gluten-free space.

Episode Breakdown:

• 0:00 – Welcome to The Celiac Diaries!
• 0:44 – Omg… I actually started a podcast 🎙️
• 2:13 – News of the Week: Starbucks goes “gluten-free” (but is it safe?)
• 5:01 – Gluten-Free Fav: The best bread I’ve found in 15 years 🍞
• 7:01 – Who I Am (the quick version)
• 8:12 – My Celiac Diagnosis at age 11 👧
• 10:12 – What Growing Up With Celiac Really Felt Like
• 13:19 – My Turning Point: How I finally got serious about healing
• 16:08 – Why I’m Starting This Podcast (and what I want for you)
• 17:51 – What This Podcast Isn’t 🚫
• 19:09 – What to Expect Each Week ✨
• 22:05 – My New Content Creation Era 🌎
• 25:39 – Closing Thoughts + What’s Next

🌎 News of the Week

Starbucks is reportedly developing new gluten-free menu items as the gluten-free food market continues to boom. While that’s exciting, I share my honest take on what celiacs actually need from Starbucks (hint: it’s not just gluten-free bread).

🍞 Gluten-Free Favorite of the Week

My pick this week is the Carbonaut Gluten-Free Seeded Bread. It toasts beautifully, holds together well, and has way better nutrition than most gluten-free breads. It’s not perfect (yes, it has some gums), but it’s the best I’ve found in 15 years of having celiac.

✨Let’s Connect

• Follow the podcast on Instagram: @celiacdiariespod
• Follow me on Instagram: @lucia.cordaroo
• Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube: Celiac Diaries Podcast
• Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: Lucia Cordaro
• Follow the podcast on TikTok: @celiacdiariespod
• Follow me on TikTok: @lucia.cordaro
• Follow the Celiac Diaries Substack: Substack Page

If You Loved This Episode…

👉 Hit follow so you don’t miss new episodes every Wednesday.
👉 Share this episode with a gluten-free friend.
👉 Leave a quick rating or review — it helps more people find the show!

Disclaimer

I’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Sources:

“An estimated 3 million Americans have celiac disease, and more people are being diagnosed every day.” (FDA, Celiac Disease Foundation)

Gluten-free market size: $7.43B (2024) → $15.45B (2032) (Fortune Business Insights). Fortune Business Insights

Forbes: Starbucks CEO says gluten-free menu items are in development (Forbes)

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The Celiac Diaries Podcast is your weekly guide to thriving with celiac disease. Hosted by NYC content creator Lucia Cordaro, each Wednesday brings honest conversations on navigating the gluten free diet, decoding medical research, and managing the emotional side of an autoimmune disease. 

Expect:

🥖 Gluten-free tips that actually work in real life

 🧠 Insights on mindset, anxiety, and wellness with celiac

 🍷 Lifestyle deep dives: fitness, travel, social life, and celebrations

 🎤 Guest interviews with doctors, influencers, and industry experts

Disclaimer: The Celiac Diaries is a space for personal stories and wellness conversations, not medical advice. Always seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional for your own health decisions.