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Welcome to this page. A real person writes this blog about celiac disease. It is about the good, the bad, and the ugly in living with celiac disease. I talk about life experiences, clinical drug trials, and living more gracefully. Sometimes, I get a bee in my bonnet to rant and rave about something in the celiac world – both good and bad. I hope you enjoy these posts and feel free to reach out!

Latest Posts


  • Science Wednesday: What Actually Happens When Someone With Celiac Eats Gluten?

    When gluten fragments evade digestion and cross intestinal barriers, they become targets for the immune system in celiac disease sufferers. TG2 enzymes modify these fragments, and genetic markers like HLA-DQ2 and DQ8 trigger an inflammatory response, turning harmless food into… Continue reading

    Science Wednesday: What Actually Happens When Someone With Celiac Eats Gluten?
  • Why your Gluten Free Comfort Food Strategy Matters.

    When you’re sick, your ability to function drops, and you crave comfort food that’s safe and familiar. My go-to gluten-free tomato soup is simple yet satisfying, offering a comforting meal without the hassle of gluten-free products. Prepare a few comforting… Continue reading

    Why your Gluten Free Comfort Food Strategy Matters.
  • Navigating the Grocery Store – The Celiac Way

    Simplify your gluten-free shopping with this easy system: start by seeking Certified Gluten-Free labels, then evaluate trusted brands or smaller companies you know. Pay close attention to ingredient lists for hidden risks like barley and soy sauce, and steer clear… Continue reading

    Navigating the Grocery Store – The Celiac Way
  • Why I named my site

    I changed my logo. You probably noticed. I love it. But I also knew exactly what the reactions would be, because they’ve followed me since the very beginning. Some people don’t like the name “Fat Celiac.” Some find it uncomfortable.… Continue reading

    Why I named my site
  • E Book Download

    I thought you might like this free ebook to download important information about grocery shopping. How to spot gluten on labels, simple guidelines on how to read labels, and what all of the certifications and working on labels mean. Continue reading

    E Book Download
  • Research vs Reality – Celiac Patients caught in the middle

    Good base — this is already strong. I’m not going to change your voice; I’m just tightening flow, clarifying a few phrases, and sharpening the message so it reads intentional instead of slightly meandering. Here’s the edited draft: I spend… Continue reading

    Research vs Reality – Celiac Patients caught in the middle
  • Living Gluten Free = Lots of Detective Work

    Celiac disease transforms you into a full-time label reader and part-time scientist. It’s not about giving up bread; it’s about carrying the mental load of being the sole decision-maker for your health every day. Continue reading

    Living Gluten Free = Lots of Detective Work
  • Thoughts of a Gluten Free Mad Woman

    discussion of several topics – gluten free food isn’t expensive, food insecurity in the gluten free world, and various other thoughts. Continue reading

    Thoughts of a Gluten Free Mad Woman
  • How to order GF in a restaurant

    Well covered territory, but new suggestions on how to order gluten free in a restaurant. Continue reading

  • Gluten Free Labels – Believe Them

    I stopped rereading labels on gluten-free products I buy regularly. Here’s the system I use to shop with celiac disease without spiraling — plus the one exception. Continue reading

    Gluten Free Labels – Believe Them