Do you ever assume someone’s judging you just for asking questions about gluten free food? 

In today’s episode, I share a powerful psychological study that reveals just how much our thoughts can distort reality and how that applies to living with celiac disease.

From restaurants to cafés, it’s easy to feel like a burden when you’re just doing your best to stay safe. But what if the server with the blank stare is actually trying to remember all your requests because they care?

In this episode, you'll hear

• Why your brain might be tricking you into feeling judged
• A story that’ll change how you see people’s reactions
• How to stop apologizing and start asking for what you need
• A mindset shift that can transform your gluten free life

Ready for more support? Check out Ultimate Celiac System here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system and learn how I can help you regain your energy, confidence and find food freedom.

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One of the most common questions I get asked is, “How do you travel safely with celiac disease?” Whether it’s a road trip, a flight, or even a cruise, traveling gluten free doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’m answering your most-asked travel questions including what snacks to take, how to find safe gluten free restaurants, tips for international grocery shopping, and even whether cruise ships are a good idea if you have celiac disease. 

I’m also sharing a few personal stories and lessons I’ve learned over the years to help make your next trip smoother, safer, and way more enjoyable.

Ready for more support? Check out Ultimate Celiac System here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system and learn how I can help you regain your energy, confidence and find food freedom.

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Complete an elimination diet here
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If you’ve been dealing with slurred speech, balance problems, hand tremors, or other strange neurological symptoms and have been told it’s just stress or anxiety, this episode is for you. We’re diving into gluten ataxia, a rare autoimmune condition triggered by gluten that affects the brain, not the gut.

You’ll learn

• What gluten ataxia is and how it’s different from typical celiac disease
• The key symptoms (that often get brushed off or misdiagnosed)
• What to ask your doctor for (including specific tests like TG6 antibodies)
• What to expect in terms of recovery
• How to support your healing if you’ve been affected

This episode was inspired by a listener named Kelly, who has been dealing with this for years without clear answers.

Ready for more support? Check out Ultimate Celiac System here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system and learn how I can help you regain your energy, confidence and find food freedom.

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Complete an elimination diet here
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Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
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Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
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So much of the celiac disease conversation focuses on getting diagnosed and avoiding gluten. But what about everything that comes after?

In this episode, I open up about the long-term effects of celiac disease and why going gluten free isn’t always the magic fix. From food anxiety and stress, to unexpected weight changes, depression, social isolation, and poor food choices - I'm chatting about what life really looks like after a diagnosis.

You’ll also learn:

• Why lactose intolerance often shows up post-diagnosis
• What can happen if you rely too heavily on packaged gluten free foods
• How anxiety and stress affect your health (and what to do about it)
• Why quality of life matters just as much as your diet

If you’re still not feeling great despite following the rules, this one’s for you.

Ready for more support? Check out Ultimate Celiac System here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system and learn how I can help you regain your energy, confidence and find food freedom.

🔗 Join the Collective waitlist now: belindawhelan.com/collective

Complete an elimination diet here
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Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
https://belindawhelantraining.com/gluten-free-meal-plans-made-easy

Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
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Could your skin be reacting to something deeper?

If you’ve been dealing with stubborn skin issues and nothing seems to work long-term, it might be time to look beyond the surface. In this episode, I’m diving into 9 skin conditions that are commonly linked to celiac disease—and how going gluten free can sometimes be the missing piece of the puzzle.

From the intense itching of dermatitis herpetiformis to skin conditions like rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis, we’ll chat about how these issues can be signs that your body is reacting to more than just a cream can fix. I even share a personal story about my brother, whose psoriasis only cleared up once he removed gluten from his diet after a celiac diagnosis.

We’ll also cover some lesser-known links like alopecia, dry skin, mouth ulcers, and even acne because the skin-gut connection is real. If you’re newly diagnosed or just wondering whether gluten could be affecting your skin, this episode will give you some clarity, a few “ah-ha” moments, and hopefully a bit of relief too.

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Find out how Ultimate Celiac System can support your Celiac journey here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system

Complete an elimination diet here
https://belindawhelan.teachable.com/p/eliminate

Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
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Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
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In this week’s episode of The Healthy Celiac Podcast, I’m diving into a new breakthrough coming out of Australia that could completely change the way coeliac disease is diagnosed. Imagine a future where you don’t have to eat gluten again just to get a diagnosis. That future might be closer than we think.

I’m sharing all the latest on the new IL-2 blood test being developed, what it means for people who’ve already gone gluten free, and why it matters so much. Plus, I open up about my own experience with diagnosis (and my kids’ testing journey too), and the frustrating realities many of us face just trying to be heard. This episode is packed—so if you’ve ever struggled with getting answers, you won’t want to miss this one.

🔗 Join the Collective waitlist now: belindawhelan.com/collective

Find out how Ultimate Celiac System can support your Celiac journey here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system

Complete an elimination diet here
https://belindawhelan.teachable.com/p/eliminate

Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
https://belindawhelantraining.com/gluten-free-meal-plans-made-easy

Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
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If you’ve ever Googled something like “Why do I still feel sick with celiac disease?” or “Do I need to take supplements?”—this episode is for you.
 Today I’m answering some of the most common questions I get as a health coach working with women who have celiac disease.
 We’re diving into:

• The nutrients you might be low in (and why blood tests matter)
• Whether supplements are worth it
• What’s going on if you’re still feeling rubbish on a gluten free diet
• The connection between celiac disease and lactose intolerance
• Why your bones could be at risk

🔗 Join the Collective waitlist now: belindawhelan.com/collective

Find out how Ultimate Celiac System can support your Celiac journey here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system

Complete an elimination diet here
https://belindawhelan.teachable.com/p/eliminate

Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
https://belindawhelantraining.com/gluten-free-meal-plans-made-easy

Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
 https://www.belindawhelan.com/dailyhealthtracker

And I would love to connect with you on Instagram thehealthyceliac
 
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Even after going gluten free, many women with celiac disease still struggle with hormone imbalances, painful periods, PMS, thyroid issues, or fertility challenges. In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly why that happens—and what you can start doing about it.

I’ll explain how celiac disease impacts your gut and how that affects your hormones. We’re talking low estrogen, estrogen dominance, cortisol, insulin resistance, and how perimenopause can complicate it all. I’m also sharing my personal story of being put on the wrong HRT for five months—and what finally helped me feel balanced again.

🔗 Join the Collective now: belindawhelan.com/collective

Find out how Ultimate Celiac System can support your Celiac journey here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system

Complete an elimination diet here
https://belindawhelan.teachable.com/p/eliminate

Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
https://belindawhelantraining.com/gluten-free-meal-plans-made-easy

Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
 https://www.belindawhelan.com/dailyhealthtracker

 And I would love to connect with you on Instagram thehealthyceliac
 
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If you’re newly diagnosed with celiac disease - or it’s been a while and you still don’t feel great—this episode is for you.

I'm sharing the honest truth about what I wish I’d known back in 2009 when I was first diagnosed. From the emotional rollercoaster to the lack of support (hello, useless handouts), there are so many things I would do differently if I had my time again.

Tune in for the steps I should have taken, what I learned the hard way, and how you can avoid those mistakes. We cover:

• What to focus on first after a diagnosis
• Why “just go gluten free” isn’t enough
• The real importance of label reading, cross contact, and gut support
• And how to get proper help (from someone who actually gets it)

Plus, The Healthy Celiac Collective is officially open! If you’re ready to feel great again and want real-time support from someone who’s lived it—you know where to find me.

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Find out how Ultimate Celiac System can support your Celiac journey here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system

Previous episode mentioned - My Story With Celiac Disease
Listen here  https://thehealthyceliacpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1720208/episodes/8491289-my-celiac-disease-story-ep-7

Complete an elimination diet here
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Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
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Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
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And I would love to connect with you on Instagram thehealthyceliac
 
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Dealing with celiac disease is one thing—dealing with other people is a whole other layer. From judgmental waitstaff to well-meaning family members who “just don’t get it,” living gluten free can feel like a social minefield.

In this episode, I share how learning about Mel Robbins' “Let Them” theory has helped me stop worrying about what others think about my gluten free lifestyle. I also share a personal experience that completely shifted the way I handle awkward situations, unhelpful people, and even unexpected family dynamics.

This one’s short, powerful, and potentially life-changing.

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Find out how Ultimate Celiac System can support your Celiac journey here  https://belindawhelantraining.com/ultimate-celiac-system

Complete an elimination diet here
https://belindawhelan.teachable.com/p/eliminate

Wish you could get gluten free meals on the table fast that the whole family will love? Check out Meal Plans Made Easy
https://belindawhelantraining.com/gluten-free-meal-plans-made-easy

Join my free community and grab your copy of 11 Mistakes People Make Living Gluten Free here https://www.belindawhelan.myflodesk.com/11mistakes

Check out my Daily Health Tracker here
https://www.belindawhelan.com/dailyhealthtracker

And I would love to connect with you on Instagram thehealthyceliac
 
If you have a spare moment, please pop over to Apple Podcasts and leave me a review. Thank you!
 
 
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