Gluten Free RN

By Nadine Grzeskowiak, RN BSN CEN

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Gluten Free RN, Nadine Grzeskowiak, RN BSN CEN, discusses gluten intolerance, celiac disease, the Paleo lifestyle and health.

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Gluten Free RN episodes:

06.22.2018
A Nurse’s Story of Celiac Disease from 1953 EP074
What did we know about celiac disease in 1953? The truth is, we knew quite a bit about sensitivity to gluten 65 years ago when Matilda Babbitz’s son Bobby was diagnosed with celiac disease. A nurse by profession, Matilda carefully...
06.15.2018
Musings & Truths From the Gluten Free RN EP073
‘Know your own truth and let that guide you.’ How do you cut through the noise and misinformation around gluten sensitivity and celiac disease in order to make the best choices for your health and happiness? By tapping into your...
06.08.2018
African Americans & Celiac Disease EP072
Much existing propaganda claims that African Americans do not suffer from celiac disease. Even the Gluten Free RN was surprised to find out that her adopted daughter had a genetic predisposition to the disease back in 2006, as research available...
05.25.2018
Celiac Disease & Why No One Should Have Belly Pain EP071
Approximately 50% of ER visits are associated with abdominal pain, and the vast majority of those patients are given a diagnosis of ‘abdominal pain of an unknown origin’ and directed to come back if the condition gets worse. This is...
05.04.2018
Blood Disorders and Celiac Disease EP070
If you are being treated for a blood disorder, it is time to look deeper and explore the underlying cause. Rather than simply addressing iron- or B12-deficiency anemia in isolation, ask WHY you have a deficiency in the first place....
04.27.2018
Eosinophilic Esophagitis and Celiac Disease EP069
Your gastrointestinal tract is approximately 30 feet long, and it runs from your mouth all the way to the anus! We know that celiac disease can impact any part of the digestive tract. But there is another disease that wreaks...
04.20.2018
Why No Dairy on a Gluten-Free Diet? EP068
If you’re just getting used to eliminating gluten from your diet, it may feel like a burden to remove dairy as well—especially if you’re a fan of comfort foods like cheese and ice cream. Why exactly do many practitioners recommend...
04.13.2018
Indigenous Populations, Celiac Disease and NCGS EP067
‘Globally, indigenous peoples suffer from poorer health, are more likely to experience disability and reduced quality of life, and ultimately die younger than their non-indigenous counterparts.’ A UN Report on the health of indigenous peoples points to a significant problem,...
04.06.2018
How to Easily Go Gluten-Free or Paleo EP066
‘It’s too hard.’ ‘It’s too expensive.’ ‘It’s time-consuming.’ ‘My family won’t support me.’ There are lots of excuses why you can’t go gluten-free or Paleo, but the Gluten Free RN argues that if it’s hard, you’re doing it wrong. And...
03.30.2018
Russia and Celiac Disease EP065
As stories about Russia continue to dominate the news cycle, you are probably familiar with the recent sanctions against the country, Vladimir Putin’s reelection, and even the expulsion of Russian diplomats from the EU and US. But what do you...
03.23.2018
Review of Colombia University Celiac Disease Conference 2018 EP064
When faced with new information, it’s important to consider the source. Stop for a moment and examine whether the material is coming from someone with YOUR best interests at heart. The Gluten Free RN has just returned from the Colombia...
03.09.2018
Poland and Celiac Disease EP063
To pierogi or not to pierogi… If you have celiac disease, there is no question that you should avoid anything made with flour or grains, no matter how delicious the dish may be. Although the Gluten Free RN has fond...
03.02.2018
The Irish and Celiac Disease EP062
The Irish are known for being lucky… But does that luck hold out when it comes to celiac disease? The prevalence of celiac disease among the Iris is 1:100, about the same as the rest of the world. And if...
02.23.2018
The US Military and Celiac Disease EP061
It goes without saying that anyone who serves in the military needs to be healthy and strong—and that military leaders have an obligation to keep enlisted servicemen and women as safe and healthy as possible. So, it makes sense that...
02.09.2018
Hepatitis B Vaccine and Celiac Disease EP060
We get vaccinated to protect ourselves, to gain an immunity to a particular disease. But in the case of hepatitis B, celiac patients may come to find out that we are NOT immune—despite having done the right thing in getting...
02.02.2018
Hypothyroid, Pulmonary Edema and Celiac Disease EP059
When the Gluten Free RN went on a gluten-free diet 11 years ago, her thyroid settled down and the associated symptoms and disorders—Graves’ disease, weight gain and hair loss—resolved. But when Nadine was inadvertently hit with gluten two years ago,...
01.26.2018
Mental Health Disorders and Celiac Disease EP058
An estimated 50% of Americans are on some type of psychotropic drug. Half of the US population! What is causing such widespread prevalence of mental health disorders? Prescription anti-depressants and sedatives don’t solve the underlying problem… So how do we...
01.19.2018
My Health and Lessons for You EP057
Two and a half years ago, Nadine was inadvertently hit with gluten—three times in a row. In the past, it had taken about ten weeks for her symptoms to resolve after an accidental exposure, but this time they stuck around....
01.12.2018
Celiac Disease for Nurses EP056
Celiac disease is messy. It can develop at any age, in any ethnicity, in both men and women, with any symptom or no symptom at all. Every patient is different, and each one presents differently. There is nothing cut and...
01.05.2018
Hopes and Wishes for Celiac Disease in 2018 EP055
As we ring in the New Year, many of us take the time to jot down our aspirations for the next twelve months. What are your hopes and dreams for 2018? Health and happiness? An opportunity to travel? Stronger relationships?...
12.15.2017
Thoughts on Celiac Disease EP054
In 11 years as the Gluten Free RN, Nadine has done an incredible amount of research on celiac disease and delivered more than 2,000 lectures. No question she is frustrated to see misinformation continue to make its way onto celiac...
12.08.2017
Alex Michaels from LPI on Vitamin C EP053
You know that vitamin C is good for you. It is necessary for the growth, development and repair of all your body tissues, and it plays a role in the healthy functioning of your immune system. But evidence shows that...
12.01.2017
Go Gluten Free for Good EP052
How do you successfully transition to and maintain a 100% gluten-free diet for the rest of your life? The prospect of eliminating wheat, barley and rye from your diet may seem daunting, but it is possible to go gluten free...
11.24.2017
Nutrient Dense Foods EP051
‘When in doubt, go without.’ The problem with processed food is that you simply can’t be sure that it is gluten-free. The risk of cross-contamination is high, and no one at the big corporations is accountable for your health. Not...
11.17.2017
Managing the Holidays with Celiac Disease EP050
With the approach of the holidays, you may be nervous about navigating family and workplace gatherings—especially if you are newly diagnosed with celiac disease. How do you explain your dietary restrictions and keep yourself safe, eating well without getting ‘glutened’?...
11.10.2017
Lyme Infection and Celiac Disease EP049
If you’ve been following a strict gluten-free diet, but continue to suffer from lingering neurological symptoms, you may need to explore the possibility that you have Lyme disease. In fact, there are many parallels between celiac disease and Lyme, and...
11.03.2017
Gluten Free Products EP048
The increasing number of gluten-free products on the market can be both a blessing and a curse. Yes, it gives us more options, but are those options truly safe and healthy? Today the Gluten Free RN goes over the important...
10.27.2017
FAQ’s About Celiac Disease Answered EP047
How do I get over feeling sad about giving up the foods I love? Don’t celiac patients look a certain way? Can I eat wheat when I travel to Europe? Today the Gluten Free RN is answering your frequently asked...
10.20.2017
Where Gluten Hides EP046
Never assume. It makes an ass of u and me! Not only do assumptions make you feel foolish, they can be dangerous. If you suffer from celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, assuming that a product is safe and gluten-free...
10.13.2017
The Psychology of Eating Gluten Free EP045
We all just want to fit in, so it can be embarrassing to have special needs when it comes to your diet. Whether you are gluten-free, Paleo, or suffering from food allergies, a feeling of isolation is not uncommon. After...
10.06.2017
Staying Healthy in the Hospital with Celiac Disease EP044
Hospitalization is nearly always the result of a sudden, unexpected event. So how do you plan ahead to keep yourself safe in the event that a health emergency lands you in the nearest emergency room? What steps can you take...
09.29.2017
Eating Disorders and Celiac Disease EP043
Imagine being admitted to a psychiatric hospital and accused of being a pathological liar because no matter how carefully you follow the high-carb diet prescribed by your physicians, you continue to lose weight. In the introduction to his book, How...
09.22.2017
The 2017 International Celiac Disease Symposium Recap #1 EP042
In his opening talk at the 2017 International Celiac Disease Symposium, celiac expert Dr. Abul Abbas of UC San Francisco said, “We are drowning in data, but thirsting for information.” Though there is still much debate around celiac disease...
09.15.2017
The History of Celiac Disease EP041
Perhaps the most intriguing thing about the history of celiac disease in the US is its absence—from medical textbooks, the vast majority of research studies, and the news—from 1952 through the 1990’s. Why did celiac disease disappear from the healthcare...
09.08.2017
Multiple Sclerosis and Celiac Disease EP040
According to the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center, 10% of MS patients also suffer from celiac disease. Studies conducted in Italy and Spain uncovered a significant increased prevalence of celiac disease in first-degree relatives of MS patients, 18% and...
09.01.2017
Dental Issues and Celiac Disease EP039
Did you know that it is possible to diagnose celiac disease with a smile? Damage from gluten starts in the mouth, and today the Gluten Free RN explores the important role dentists can play in identifying undiagnosed celiac disease. She...
08.25.2017
Celiac Disease, Suicide, Morbidity and Mortality EP038
People are suffering. From a feeling of hopelessness. From depression and anxiety. Add to that a despair that no one supports them, and you have a desperate individual at an increased risk of committing suicide. This topic hits close to...
08.18.2017
Celiac Disease for Nurses EP037
Nadine spent 17 years working as a nurse in the ER. She holds a membership in the Emergency Nurses Association, as well as a Certified Emergency Nurse certification. During the course of her career, Nadine obtained ACLS, PALS, NALS, ENPC...
08.11.2017
Safely Traveling on a Gluten-Free or Paleo Diet EP036
Wanderlust. It is human nature to want to explore, to experience a geography and culture different from our own. Travel can truly enrich our lives. Yet if you have celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, the prospect of being away...
08.04.2017
Men and Celiac Disease EP035
When boys are hurt, we tell them to ‘rub some dirt on it’ and get back in the game. So it comes as no surprise that men have a tough time admitting weakness, especially to something as innocuous as a...
07.28.2017
Addiction Issues, Celiac Disease and Gluten EP034
Few things are as painful as losing a loved one to an overdose. Addiction is such a powerful demon, and most of us have friends or family who are facing it right now. It is easy to feel helpless, believing...
07.21.2017
21 Important Facts About Celiac Disease EP033
There are a number of misconceptions about celiac disease, even within the medical community! Despite a growing body of research to the contrary, many practitioners still believe celiac disease to be strictly a gastrointestinal issue with a just a few...
07.14.2017
Why a Gluten Challenge is NOT Recommended EP032
You don’t have to prove to anyone that you have celiac disease proper. Because food functions as both medicine and poison, it is important to have all the facts before you get talked into a gluten challenge … and the...
07.07.2017
Celiac Disease for Health Care Providers EP031
Celiac disease is grossly underdiagnosed in the United States in large part because the medical community is operating on outdated information about the condition. And despite the recommendations of the National Institute of Health back in 2004, we have yet...
06.30.2017
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and Celiac Disease EP030
Nobody wants bad bacteria, parasites, yeast or food particles hanging around their small intestine! There are a number of causes of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and undiagnosed celiac disease just happens to be one of them. The Gluten Free...
06.23.2017
Celiac Disease and Your Spleen EP029
Did you know that the spleen plays a leading role in a properly functioning immune system? As the largest organ in your lymphatic system, the spleen spends its time fighting infection and keeping you healthy. Unfortunately, research points to a...
06.16.2017
The Relationship Between the Respiratory System and Celiac Disease EP028
The average human takes between 14 and 20 breaths per minute. But if you are conscious of those breaths, that’s a problem. Perhaps you’re experiencing chest tightness, clogged sinuses or a nagging cough that make you very aware of every...
06.09.2017
Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Disease EP027
Struggling to maintain control of your blood sugar? A gluten-free diet may be the answer! If you have one autoimmune disorder, you have a 30-50% greater risk of developing another, and both type 1 diabetes and celiac disease fall into...
06.02.2017
Celiac Disease and the Media EP026
The gluten-free movement is often dismissed in the media as a fad. Even so-called experts actively discredit the gluten-free diet and apply a negative connotation to terms like PWAG. Have you ever wondered why there is so much misinformation about...
05.26.2017
Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and Celiac Disease EP025
We typically associate liver disease with alcoholism. But the liver functions as a filter, and over time it can be damaged by certain pharmaceuticals and even food. In fact, research suggests a strong correlation between undiagnosed celiac disease and non-alcoholic...

What's Gluten Free RN about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Gluten Free RN episodes:

A Nurse’s Story of Celiac Disease from 1953 EP074

Musings & Truths From the Gluten Free RN EP073

African Americans & Celiac Disease EP072

Celiac Disease & Why No One Should Have Belly Pain EP071

Blood Disorders and Celiac Disease EP070

Eosinophilic Esophagitis and Celiac Disease EP069

Why No Dairy on a Gluten-Free Diet? EP068

Indigenous Populations, Celiac Disease and NCGS EP067

How to Easily Go Gluten-Free or Paleo EP066

Russia and Celiac Disease EP065

Review of Colombia University Celiac Disease Conference 2018 EP064

Poland and Celiac Disease EP063

The Irish and Celiac Disease EP062

The US Military and Celiac Disease EP061

Hepatitis B Vaccine and Celiac Disease EP060

Hypothyroid, Pulmonary Edema and Celiac Disease EP059

Mental Health Disorders and Celiac Disease EP058

My Health and Lessons for You EP057

Celiac Disease for Nurses EP056

Hopes and Wishes for Celiac Disease in 2018 EP055

Thoughts on Celiac Disease EP054

Alex Michaels from LPI on Vitamin C EP053

Go Gluten Free for Good EP052

Nutrient Dense Foods EP051

Managing the Holidays with Celiac Disease EP050

Lyme Infection and Celiac Disease EP049

Gluten Free Products EP048

FAQ’s About Celiac Disease Answered EP047

Where Gluten Hides EP046

The Psychology of Eating Gluten Free EP045

Staying Healthy in the Hospital with Celiac Disease EP044

Eating Disorders and Celiac Disease EP043

The 2017 International Celiac Disease Symposium Recap #1 EP042

The History of Celiac Disease EP041

Multiple Sclerosis and Celiac Disease EP040

Dental Issues and Celiac Disease EP039

Celiac Disease, Suicide, Morbidity and Mortality EP038

Celiac Disease for Nurses EP037

Safely Traveling on a Gluten-Free or Paleo Diet EP036

Men and Celiac Disease EP035

Addiction Issues, Celiac Disease and Gluten EP034

21 Important Facts About Celiac Disease EP033

Why a Gluten Challenge is NOT Recommended EP032

Celiac Disease for Health Care Providers EP031

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and Celiac Disease EP030

Celiac Disease and Your Spleen EP029

The Relationship Between the Respiratory System and Celiac Disease EP028

Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Disease EP027

Celiac Disease and the Media EP026

Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) and Celiac Disease EP025

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