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When most people think about going gluten-free, they focus on everything they have to give up—bread, pizza, convenience, and even favorite restaurants. 

But something unexpected happened after I went gluten-free: I actually started letting go of a lot of things that were making my life harder. 

I stopped doing things I thought I needed to do, things I felt obligated to do, and things that were creating stress, anxiety, and sometimes even making me sick. 

In this episode, I'm sharing the things I stopped doing after going gluten-free and why my life actually became easier because of it. You may discover that some of these are things you're still holding onto, too. 

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Have you ever had someone try really hard to accommodate your celiac disease and somehow still completely miss the mark? Maybe they bought gluten-free bread but used the same knife that touched regular bread. Maybe they proudly served a "gluten-free" dish without realizing the soy sauce contained wheat. Or perhaps they looked genuinely confused when you explained that simply removing the croutons doesn't make a salad safe. These situations can be incredibly frustrating—not because people don't care, but often because they do care and simply don't understand the details that matter. 

In this episode, I'll share how I explain celiac disease to well-meaning friends, family members, and hosts in a way that helps them understand the most important risks without overwhelming them. By the end, you'll have a few simple, practical ways to talk about celiac disease without turning every conversation into a medical lecture. 

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Summer cookouts are supposed to be fun: sunshine, burgers, family, and friends. But if you’re gluten-free, they can get stressful fast. 

Suddenly you’re wondering whether the burger buns touched the grill, if the tongs are safe, whether someone stuck gluten-covered hands in the chip bag, or if that marinade is actually gluten-free. And if you’ve ever gotten sick from one of these situations, you know exactly why it matters. 

In this episode, we’re talking about how to survive summer BBQs and cookouts gluten-free, what I personally watch for, what we do when we don’t fully trust the setup, and how to enjoy the fun without spending the whole day stressed about food. By the end, you’ll have a practical game plan so you can relax and enjoy the cookout with confidence. 

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Amusement parks are supposed to be fun… but if you’re gluten-free?  They can feel stressful fast. 

Suddenly you’re wondering: Is there anything safe to eat here? Do they understand cross contamination? What if my kid gets hungry halfway through the day? What if the food allergy options are terrible? Or worse… what if there aren’t any? 

Our family has done gluten-free amusement parks for years—from Disney to Universal to Kings Island—and honestly? A little planning makes ALL the difference. 

In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how we handle gluten-free amusement parks without the stress… including our cooler strategy, snacks, lockers, safe meals, and what to do when the park food options are less than impressive. Because by the end of this episode, you’ll have a real game plan.

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Road trips are supposed to feel fun and freeing, but when you’re gluten-free, they can quickly become overwhelming. Questions start piling up fast:

• Where are we going to eat?
• Is there anything safe at this exit?
• Can this restaurant actually handle gluten-free food safely?
• What happens if we’re starving and there are no good options?

After recently taking a long road trip from Ohio to Texas and back again, we realized just how much planning ahead changes the entire experience. Having a system in place made traveling feel dramatically less stressful and helped us avoid a lot of the panic that can come with gluten-free travel.

In this episode, we’re sharing exactly how we approach gluten-free road trips, including:

• What we pack for the drive
• How we research safe restaurants and stops
• The strategies that worked really well
• And one restaurant experience that went very, very wrong

By the end of the episode, you’ll have a practical gluten-free road trip system you can use on your own travels instead of simply hoping for the best.

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You’ve cleaned up your diet. 

You’re reading labels. 

You’re avoiding cross contamination. 

And yet… you still don’t feel quite right. 

So now you’re wondering… Could it be something that’s not even food? Your toothpaste? Lip balm? A medication? Your child’s Play-Doh? 

It sounds a little dramatic at first… but some of these are absolutely worth thinking about. 

So today we’re breaking down the hidden non-food sources of gluten that can trip people up… what actually matters… and what probably doesn’t. 

Because I do not want this episode to make you afraid of everything… I want it to make you smarter. 

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This might sound like a strange question… But it’s one I get asked more often than you’d think. 

Can you actually get glutened… from kissing someone? 

Maybe your partner just ate something with gluten… maybe you’re out on a date… or maybe you’ve never even thought about this before… 

But now you’re wondering…is this something I need to worry about? 

In this episode, we’re going to break this down in a really clear, practical way what the actual risk is, when it matters, and what you can do about it without making things awkward. 

And by the end, you’ll know exactly how to handle this in real life… without overthinking it. 

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If you don’t get symptoms, it’s easy to think: 
👉 “Maybe I don’t need to be that strict…” 
👉 “A little bit probably won’t hurt…” 

But here’s the problem…
With celiac disease, feeling fine doesn’t mean you’re safe. 

Today you’ll learn: 

• What “silent celiac” actually is  
• Whether strict gluten-free really matters if you don’t feel symptoms  
• How to decide your own level of strictness (with confidence, not fear)  

And stick around, because I’m going to share one mindset shift that completely changes how you think about “cheating” gluten-free. 

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You finally get diagnosed with celiac disease. 

And in some ways… it’s a relief. 

You have answers. 
You know what’s been causing your symptoms. 

But then… you leave the appointment. 

And suddenly you’re thinking: 

Wait… what do I actually do now? 

What can I eat? 
How careful do I need to be? 
Why do I still feel off? 

And no one really walked you through it. 

In this episode, I’m going to share the things doctors often don’t explain after a celiac diagnosis— not because they don’t care, but because there’s just so much that doesn’t get covered. 

And by the end, you’ll feel more prepared, more confident, and a lot less alone in this. 

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You’re standing in the grocery store… looking at two products. 

One says “gluten-free.” 

The other says “certified gluten-free.” 

And now you’re wondering…  is there actually a difference? 

Is one safer than the other? Or is it just marketing? 

Because when you’re gluten-free… especially with celiac… this isn’t just a label. 

It’s a decision. 

So in this episode, we’re going to break this down in a really clear, practical way. 

• What “certified gluten-free” actually means… 
• how it compares to regular gluten-free labeling… 
• and how I personally think about it when I’m deciding what to buy. 

And by the end, you’ll have a much clearer sense of when it matters… 
and when it might not. 

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