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Another Example of How Hard Being Gluten Free Really Is…
My boss tried to do something nice by ordering Chick-fil-A catering for the office, but it went sideways for me. Another reminder of how hard and isolating being gluten free with celiac disease can feel. Continue reading
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What the Latest Research Says About Celiac (in Plain English)
I went down a research rabbit hole and pulled out three key things you should know: TTG IgA alone can’t diagnose celiac, unusual post-meal CGM patterns may signal undiagnosed celiac in kids with T1D, and teens with celiac may need… Continue reading
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Comebacks for Common Celiac Myths (With a Little Snark)
I’m not the person with a quick comeback. Five minutes later, I have the perfect retort. Here are clear, polite responses (and a few snarky ones) to common celiac myths. Continue reading
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Bringing Your Own Food to Restaurants: What You Need to Know
When diners treat “gluten allergy” like a preference, it undermines people with celiac disease and confuses restaurants. Here’s what the ADA actually requires—and what it doesn’t. Continue reading
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Three Standby Gluten Free Recipes I Use All The Time
These three gluten-free recipes are my personal go-tos for quick, budget-friendly, and delicious meals. Each one has taught me a new trick I now use in my kitchen. Continue reading
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Hives, Swelling, and Celiac – Really?
I was diagnosed with idiopathic urticaria with angioedema—hives and swelling with no clear cause. Could this be connected to my celiac disease? Continue reading
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Crying in the Grocery Store after Celiac Diagnosis
My first gluten-free grocery trip ended in tears. Celiac disease ripped away my comfort foods, but I’ve learned how to shop, eat, and live gluten free. Continue reading
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Movie Theater Popcorn Drama: Why Social Media May Not Be the Best Place for Advice
When social media debates about gluten free living get heated, I try to step in with facts – is movie theater popcorn safe? Continue reading
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What Is the Number One Thing I’ve Learned About Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease doesn’t define me. I push through, smile, and refuse to let it take more from me than it already has. Continue reading
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Top 10 Things I Learned about Celiac Disease – Part 2
Second in a three-part series on what I’ve learned about celiac disease. We explore why “gluten free” means different things, why symptoms aren’t a reliable guide, and how celiac affects whole families. Continue reading
