Ambassadors Hayden and Alyssa join podcast coordinator Leah Popovic as they discuss what it's like to experience an athletic life style with celiac disease.

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We sat down with Arturo Chacón Cruz to learn just how he manages to stay gluten-free while traveling all over the world to sing opera, as well as his advice for convincing others that, while the gluten-free diet can be annoying, your health is worth it.

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Dr. Hilary Jericho became a part of the Stanford University team at the beginning of this year, working for the newly developed celiac disease program at the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. Learn about how Dr. Jericho's research in the psychosocial effects of celiac disease has made an impact on the Bay area.

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Looking for gluten free restaurants in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania? Look no further! Meet Jeff Vilson, the creator of Gluten Free Lehigh Valley—a platform where the gluten-free community can connect with peers, doctors and more. This project is pioneering an effort to make celiac disease and gluten intolerance better understood not only in Lehigh Valley, but in communities across the country.

By sharing her DIY interior design creations on TikTok, Emily Shaw became a social media sensation practically overnight. Shaw, who renovates spaces and repurposes budget household items, has nearly six million followers on TikTok alone, and has dedicated her career to this niche craft. Something her fans may not know is that she happens to have celiac disease, an autoimmune disease.

As a true innovator, she's learned to nimbly navigate her newfound fame while managing celiac disease. Get to know how Shaw persisted despite her symptoms and what the future holds for her growing digital platform.

Follow Emily on TikTok or Insta at ​​@emilyrayna

In March, Beyond Celiac teamed up with Dr. Mark Davis, the Director of the Stanford Institute for Immunity, for a town hall session on t-cell dynamics in autoimmunity. Join us in learning about the importance of human studies and how the development mitochondrial physiology can help those suffering from non-GI symptoms of celiac disease.

Looking for an authentic gluten-free Italian meal? Teona Khaindrava will happily provide at Senza Gluten, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, New York City. Khaindrava, who opened the business in 2014, trains her hard working staff to prepare gluten-free pasta, cocktails, desserts and more while adhering to traditional Italian recipes and techniques. Learn how Senza Gluten has heightened the dining experience for people with celiac disease, as well as their mission to spread awareness.

Kayla King has been living with celiac disease for over 17 years, "centering her life" around food and maintaining a safe, healthy diet. After receiving a business degree and becoming a nutrition coach, King recently launched MyMeal, an app helping people with restricted diets find restaurants which cater to their needs. Learn about how King is using online advocacy to change the way people with celiac disease, chronic illnesses and allergies can safely go out to eat.

Our webinar from January 19, 2023 discusses some of the biggest celiac disease news and research from the past year. Learn about what is to come with these discoveries and how patients come upon a proper diagnosis, as well as celebrating the organization's 20 years of searching for life-changing services.

Join Podcast Coordinator Leah Popovic as she speaks to well renowned actress and producer Sam Doumit about her experience living with a wheat allergy. Doumit, who starred alongside Rob Schnieder in the film "The Hot Chick," provides insight to working in Hollywood with dietary restrictions, as well as how her attitude and self-advocacy has played a role in her health today.