Celiac Diaries with Lucia Cordaro

Hot girls have celiac disease — but going gluten free doesn’t magically fix everything.In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I sit down for a real, girly chat with Justi from @Celiac_Baddie about what no one tells you after your diagnosis.We talk about the reality of autoimmune fatigue, still having symptoms after going gluten free, and the confusion that can come with trying to “do everything right” — but still not feeling 100%.We get into:Persistent constipation (yes, we’re saying it)Depression & anxiety as celiac symptomsNutrient deficiencies and long-term managementThe gaslighting so many of us experienceFinding out things aren’t actually gluten freeWhy meeting with the right dietitian mattersNavigating relationships with celiac diseaseLiving gluten free in NYC vs MiamiAnd our biggest pet peeves with “gluten friendly”If you’ve ever thought,“Why am I still tired?”“Why do I still feel off?”“Am I doing something wrong?”This episode is for you.You’re not crazy.You’re not dramatic.And you’re definitely not alone.Welcome back to your wellness girlie safe space 🤍🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooJusti's Insta/TikTok: @celiac_baddieMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by Carlos Santos, founder of NADAS — the NYC-born empanada company that has quietly become a safe haven for the celiac and food allergy community.Carlos doesn’t have celiac disease or food allergies. Yet his brand has become one of the most trusted gluten-free, top-allergen-free, high-protein food options on the market.We talk about:• Building a food startup in NYC during COVID• Starting with pop-ups and scaling into retail• Creating an empanada that happens to be gluten free — not a “substitute” version• Navigating the fine line between marketing to everyday consumers and the gluten-free community• Why Nada’s refuses artificial dyes and uses vegetables for natural color• The challenges of staying true to clean ingredients in CPG• What it really takes to build a food brand in a “phone eats first” culture• Advice for foundersIf you care about safe food, ingredient integrity, entrepreneurship, or the future of inclusive CPG brands — this one is for you.🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations.💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooNADAS Instagram: @eatnadasMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by influencer Lauren Less of Less with Laur for a grounded, honest conversation about modern wellness.We talk about Lauren’s integrative medicine experience, living gluten & dairy free, navigating allergies and a connective tissue disorder, and the mental load that comes with chronic health challenges in your 20s—especially when you’re sharing your life online.This episode is all about nervous system regulation, food therapy, non-toxic swaps, and why the “boring” health habits are usually the ones that move the needle the most.A refreshing take on wellness, balance, and living a big life—even while gluten and dairy free.🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooLauren's Instagram: @lesswithlaurMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

When your child is diagnosed with celiac disease, everything changes — and suddenly, you’re responsible for keeping them safe in a world full of gluten, questions, and uncertainty.In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I sit down with Staci Leibson, a mom to a child with celiac disease and celiac life coach & mentor from The Celiac Shift, to share the parent perspective of raising a child with celiac disease — a conversation we’ve never had on the podcast before.We talk about Staci’s son Jude’s diagnosis story, how she navigated the emotional shock and day-to-day logistics as a parent, and what she’s learned along the way about advocacy, mindset, and resilience. We also discuss why the way you talk to yourself — and to your child — about celiac disease truly matters, and how that language can shape confidence, independence, and self-worth.This episode also breaks down how celiac disease is recognized as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act, how parents can use that as a resource for 504 plans at school, and how to advocate for your child in classrooms, social settings, and beyond. We also explore the decision to have a mixed household and what that can look like in real life.Plus, you’ll hear directly from Jude himself — and what Staci wishes she knew at the beginning of their celiac journey that she knows now.Whether you’re a parent of a newly diagnosed child, navigating school accommodations, or simply looking for reassurance that you’re doing the best you can — this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooStaci's Instagram: @theceliacshiftCommunity4Celiac Instagram: @community4celiacMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I sit down for an honest, no-judgment conversation with Jessica Lebovits, an internationally recognized dietitian specializing in celiac disease and gluten-related disorders.We answer the questions so many people with celiac are quietly stressed about — from oats and cross-contamination to bone density, pregnancy, medications, dating, and anxiety.This conversation is grounded in science, lived experience, and compassion. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, hyper-vigilant, or unsure if you’re “doing celiac right,” this episode is for you.We cover:– Wheat straws, edible plates & random gluten panic– Oats: are they safe or not?– Cross-contamination & how to eat out without spiraling– Bone density, osteopenia & calcium needs– Gluten in medications & supplements– Elimination diets, low-FODMAP & gut healing– Dating, pregnancy & living a full life with celiac– When being “too careful” starts hurting your mental healthIf you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing celiac wrong?” — this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooJessica's Instagram: @gfree_rdMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by Jenny Lipof (@glutenfreejennyy) who was diagnosed with celiac disease at just one year old — meaning she has never known life with gluten.We have an honest conversation about what it’s really like growing up gluten-free, from childhood through college, and the anxiety that often comes with managing a strict gluten-free diet — a side of celiac disease that isn’t talked about enough.We dive into:What it means to be diagnosed with celiac so youngGetting accidentally glutened and the physical and emotional aftermathFood anxiety and the mental load of being gluten-freeNavigating school, social life, and college with celiac diseaseRebuilding a healthy relationship with food through food therapyTools like Find Me Gluten Free and how they help The unexpected life lessons celiac teaches you — from self-advocacy to resilienceWhether you were diagnosed as a child, later in life, or are supporting someone with celiac disease, this episode offers validation, perspective, and a reminder that you’re not alone in this.🎧 Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooJenny's Instagram: @glutenfreejennyyMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Living gluten-free doesn’t have to feel this hard — but in the U.S., it often does.In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by Riley Neubauer, who was diagnosed with celiac disease at 12 and now lives in London after years in the U.S. Together, we break down why living gluten-free feels noticeably easier in the UK — and where the U.S. falls short.We unpack the real-world differences between the UK and U.S. when it comes to:Restaurant allergen rules and why eating out feels safer abroadGrab-and-go food labeling (including why Natasha’s Law is a game-changer)Packaged food labeling and what “gluten-free” actually means in each countryThe mental load, anxiety, and trust required to eat safelyHow fewer accidental exposures can impact symptoms and quality of lifeWe also discuss this week’s Gluten-Free Favorite (Hello Gluten Free Cheezits), break down the new American food pyramid, and explore how food policy and labeling shape everyday health — especially for people who have to avoid gluten out of necessity.This episode isn’t about saying one country is “better” — it’s about understanding how systems, laws, and food culture directly affect people living gluten-free, and what the U.S. could learn from the UK to make life safer and less exhausting.🎧 New episodes every Wednesday⭐ If this episode resonates, please rate, review, and share — it helps Celiac Diaries growMake sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooRiley's Instagram: @rileymneubauerMusicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Dry January & Celiac Disease: The Truth About Alcohol and InflammationThinking about Dry January with celiac disease? You’re not alone.In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m breaking down the real relationship between alcohol, inflammation, and celiac disease — without fear-mongering or shame. After posting a few videos about how alcohol can feel different in a celiac body, I wanted to take this conversation deeper and give you the full picture.We talk about why alcohol can hit harder when you have celiac disease, even when drinks are technically gluten-free. From gut permeability and inflammation to nutrient depletion, sleep, anxiety, and energy levels, I explain what’s actually happening inside the body — and why so many people with celiac feel “off” after drinking.I also share my personal experience with alcohol, why I’m doing Dry January this year, and how I use breaks from drinking as a data-gathering reset, not a punishment. Whether you’re fully participating in Dry January, starting late, or just curious about how alcohol affects your health, this episode is about making informed, empowered choices — not giving anything up forever.Plus, we cover:-Why “gluten-free” alcohol doesn’t always mean symptom-free-How alcohol contributes to inflammation and slows gut healing in celiac disease-The role of nutrient depletion (including calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins)-Tips for staying celiac-safe and minimizing inflammation when drinking-How Dry January can help you better understand your body’s signals-If this episode helps you think differently about alcohol and your health, that’s a win.News of the Week Article: https://www.blackbeltnewsnetwork.com/news/national/the-gluten-free-alcoholic-drinks-market-to-hit-over-12-billion-by-2033-as-demand/article_12f7dd70-480a-5ba8-be86-3868f3046091.html✨ Share this episode with a celiac friend, leave a review if you found it helpful, and follow Celiac Diaries for more honest conversations about navigating life with celiac disease.🎙️ Celiac Diaries — new episodes every week.✨ New episodes every Wednesday!Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordaroo⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m sharing my 2026 celiac goals and how I’m choosing to prioritize my health without burning out.These aren’t extreme resolutions or perfection-driven rules. They’re about consistency, awareness, and building habits that support my health long-term — physically, mentally, and emotionally.I walk through the core pillars I’m focusing on in 2026, including movement and bone health, food safety and consistency at home, advocating for myself at restaurants, staying informed on celiac research and policy updates, and prioritizing medical care and prevention. I also talk about dating with celiac, what real support can look like in relationships, and how these habits work together to reduce anxiety and protect your peace.This episode is for anyone living with celiac who wants to feel supported, informed, and empowered — without striving for perfection.Gluten-free favorite of the week: MatterUse my referral code LUCIA10 for $5 off each of your first three meals.Thanks for being here — I’ll talk to you next week 🤍🎙️ Celiac Diaries — new episodes every week.✨ New episodes every Wednesday!Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordaroo⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

I know this title sounds bold. And if you’re newly diagnosed with celiac disease—or in a hard season with your health—this episode might not resonate yet. And that’s okay.In this episode of Celiac Diaries, I’m sharing why, after living with celiac disease for many years, I can honestly say it was the best thing that ever happened to me—not because it’s easy, but because it forced me to learn how to truly take care of myself.We talk about how celiac disease taught me to listen to my body, expand my understanding of health and nutrition, and think about wellness as something I’m responsible for long-term. I share how being strict with a gluten-free diet became an act of self-respect rather than deprivation, and how living with an autoimmune disease taught me discipline, self-advocacy, and accountability that now show up in every area of my life.This episode is not about toxic positivity. You can do everything right and still get glutened—and that doesn’t mean you failed. We talk about control, anxiety, self-compassion, releasing perfection, and why consistency over time matters more than getting everything right.I also cover:Why celiac forced me to stop people-pleasing and start setting boundariesHow navigating the healthcare system taught me to trust myself and keep learningThe emotional growth that comes from living with an invisible illnessNews of the Week: A new bipartisan bill—the Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Act—that could expand insurance coverage for nutrition therapy for people with celiac diseaseThis is just my personal experience—but my hope is that it helps you feel less alone, more empowered, and more confident advocating for your health.🎙️ Celiac Diaries — new episodes every week.✨ New episodes every Wednesday!Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordaroo⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

This week on Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by food allergy advocate and creator Mia Silverman (@allergieswithmia), who lives with 50+ food allergies.We get into the parts of food allergies that people don’t talk about enough — the anxiety, the financial burden, the mental load, and the constant need to advocate for yourself in situations like flying, traveling, and eating out.We also talk about:– The reality of traveling and flying with food allergies– The psychology behind food allergy anxiety– Studying psychology at Columbia– Mia’s delayed anaphylactic reaction to her Hazelnut food challenge– And yes… Mia’s surprisingly allergy-friendly Chipotle orderWhether you live with celiac, food allergies, or love someone who does — this conversation will change how you think about food, safety, and self-advocacy.✨ New episodes every Wednesday!Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac/ allergy community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @lucia.cordarooFollow Mia: @allergieswithmia⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Cheating, Growing Up Gluten-Free, NYC in our 20s, & Finding Discipline (A Celiac Girlie Chat) with Lex Decker of @NYCButGlutenFreeIn today’s episode, we’re having the ultimate Celiac Girlie Chat — covering cheating on the gluten-free diet, what it was really like growing up gluten-free, navigating life in NYC in our 20s, and how we’ve both learned to find discipline while still having a fun, full social life.I’m joined by Lex Decker, the creator behind NYC But Gluten Free, and we realized we have so much in common: diagnosed around age 10, sick kid era, trying to make gluten-free life work before it was popular, becoming content creators, and running as 20-something women with celiac disease in NYC.We get into:✨ Cheating on the gluten-free diet & why people do it✨ Childhood diagnosis stories✨ Growing up gluten-free ✨ Balancing social life, dating, eating out & celiac discipline✨ Building her gluten-free community IRL✨ Hate comments + misconceptions about celiac✨ Behind the scenes of  ⁨@NYCButGlutenFree⁩ ✨ Running with celiac disease & how it impacts training✨ Hidden gluten-free gems in NYC✨ And SO many relatable celiac girlie momentsWhether you were diagnosed young, just starting your gluten-free journey, or you’re simply a 20-something navigating wellness in NYC, this episode will make you feel seen, supported, and not alone.Listen in for validation, laughter, real talk, and the reminder that living with celiac disease doesn’t have to define you — it can empower you.✨ New episodes every Wednesday!Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @Lucia.cordarooFollow Lexi:  ⁨@nycbutglutenfree⁩  on IG, TT, & YT⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Chelsea Callahan Opens Up About Autoimmune Disease in Her 30s, Running Marathons & Life on YouTubeThis week on Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by my first non-celiac guest — NYC YouTuber Chelsea Callahan — for a raw conversation about living with autoimmune disease in your 30s. Chelsea opens up about her diagnosis with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s, dealing with brain fog and fatigue, and what it’s like sharing her health online with over 100K subscribers. We also talk about marathon running with chronic illness and her tips for how to honor your body while training. Whether you have celiac disease, another autoimmune condition, or are simply trying to take better care of yourself, this is one of those episodes that will make you feel seen and supported.Topics we get into:• Autoimmune disease in your 30s• Living with Hashimoto’s & hypothyroidism• Brain fog, fatigue & advocating for yourself• Marathon training with chronic illness• How Chelsea shares her life authentically on YouTubeIf you deal with chronic illness — or love Chelsea’s content — this episode is for you. 💛✨ New episodes every Wednesday!Make sure to like, subscribe, and comment to help more people in the celiac community find these conversations. 💛Connect with me:Podcast IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespodLucia's Instagram: @Lucia.cordarooChelsea's Instagram: @chel.call⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

No Gluten Gabby Gets Real: Mental Health, Gluten Grief, Drug Trials & Dating with CeliacToday on Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by the one and only No Gluten Gabby — one of the most recognizable creators in the gluten-free community. In this raw and honest conversation, Gabby opens up about:• 🌿 Turning celiac disease into a full-time career• 🔬 Participating in a celiac drug trial• 📅 Her 2020 diagnosis story• 🧠 Mental health, anxiety & chronic illness• 💔 Gluten grief & processing the lifestyle change• ⚡ Neurological celiac symptoms• ❤️ Dating with celiac• 🗺️ Regional differences in gluten-free options across the U.S.If you live with celiac disease, are newly diagnosed, or love someone who’s gluten-free, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Gabby is such a trusted, thoughtful voice in this space — and this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and more empowered than ever.New episodes every Wednesday.Follow the podcast & leave a rating to help more people in the celiac community find these conversations. 💛Follow the show on IG & TikTok: @celiacdiariespod⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Music:music provided by epidemic sound.Disclaimer:I’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

This week on Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by NYC-based gluten-free chef & creator Matt Weinstein, who opens up about what no one tells you about living with celiac disease — from navigating cross-contamination to managing the emotional and financial costs of being gluten-free.Matt shares his journey of being diagnosed at 21, working on a cruise ship just months later, and eventually finding community through gluten-free cooking and storytelling. As a queer, Jewish content creator living with celiac disease, he brings a unique perspective to how identity, culture, and chronic illness intersect. Known online as @glassofweinstein, he’s passionate about spreading awareness, combating myths, and challenging disparities in how people experience celiac disease.💚 Topics We Cover:• What people misunderstand about celiac disease• The emotional and financial burden of being gluten-free• Identity, inclusion, and the gluten-free community• Gluten-free baking & NYC restaurant recs• Celiac Camp🎧 Listen in for real talk, relatable stories, and inspiration for anyone navigating life with celiac disease.—💚 Support the Feeding Gluten Free Fundraiser: https://nationalceliac.org/donate-feeding-gluten-free/?srsltid=AfmBOop4ATv9VjFLs3-Qs8RC2jic5AFqy6LFWGF5O2jIRJI_bcalp-Iz💬 Follow Matt: @glassofweinstein💬 Follow Lucia: @luciacordaro#CeliacDiariesPodcast #GlutenFreePodcast #CeliacDisease #GlutenFreeCommunity #ChronicIllnessAwareness✨Let’s ConnectFollow the podcast on Instagram:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠ @lucia.cordaroo⁠Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube:⁠ Celiac Diaries Podcast⁠Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:⁠ Lucia Cordaro⁠Follow the podcast on TikTok:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠ @lucia.cordaro⁠ ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.Tags: celiac disease,gluten free,gluten-free podcast,The Celiac Diaries,Lucia Cordaro,Matt Weinstein,Glass of Weinstein,gluten-free NYC,gluten-free lifestyle,living with celiac,gluten-free recipes,gluten-free community,gluten-free awareness,chronic illness,autoimmune disease,health podcast,wellness podcast,NYC creator,queer creator,Jewish creator,food and identity,celiac awareness,gluten-free advocacy,gluten-free kitchen,representation,wellness in NYC

This week on Celiac Diaries, I’m getting real about what it’s actually like to live with celiac disease — and what I wish my friends and family truly understood.Living with celiac means constantly thinking about food, cross-contamination, and how every meal might affect your health. But it also means navigating social situations, feeling misunderstood, and sometimes feeling like a burden — even when people mean well.In this episode, I open up about the emotional, physical, and social sides of celiac disease — and share what truly helps when you have someone in your life with celiac.If you have celiac, this is the episode to share with your friends and family. 💌💬 Topics:– What celiac disease actually is– Why even crumbs matter– How to support someone with celiac– What I wish people would stop saying– Finding normalcy again🍲 Gluten-Free Fav of the Week: Springbone🎧 Hosted by Lucia Cordaro, creator of Celiac Diaries — where we get real about gluten-free life, gut health, and feeling good from the inside out.✨Let’s ConnectFollow the podcast on Instagram:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠ @lucia.cordaroo⁠Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube:⁠ Celiac Diaries Podcast⁠Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:⁠ Lucia Cordaro⁠Follow the podcast on TikTok:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠ @lucia.cordaro⁠ ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.Tags: Celiac disease,living with celiac disease,gluten free lifestyle,what is celiac disease,celiac awareness,gluten free diet,celiac symptoms,celiac disease explained,gluten free life,autoimmune disease,invisible illness,chronic illness,gluten sensitivity,gluten intolerance,how to live gluten free,gluten free restaurants,celiac community,gluten free podcast,the celiac diaries podcast,gluten free living,living gluten free,gluten free girl,celiac,gluten

Today on Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by Natasha Badger, a NYC-based tech marketer living with Celiac Disease and Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) — and balancing a gluten- and dairy-free lifestyle in the corporate world.Natasha opens up about her diagnosis journey in college, what it was like getting glutened the day she moved to New York, and how she’s learned to navigate food allergies, work events, and travel while thriving in her career.We talk about:🍽️ What she eats day-to-day as a gluten- and dairy-free professional💼 How to handle corporate events & client dinners with food restrictions💬 Tips for talking to coworkers about celiac✈️ Her gluten-free travel essentials🧠 Why gluten-free brands need to market responsiblyIt’s a grounded, honest conversation about self-advocacy and finding balance while living gluten and dairy free in NYC.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:42 News of the Week3:13 Gluten Free Fav of the Week5:05 Rapid Fire Questions8:17 Natasha's Diagnosis Story17:17 Day in the Life of Eating Gluten & Dairy Free21:40 Challenges of Celiac & Food Allergies in Corporate Life & How to Advocate for Yourself at Work31:45 Brand Responsibility with Gluten Free Labeling36:27 Getting Glutened the Day she Moved to NYC39:06 Closing✨Let’s ConnectFollow the podcast on Instagram:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠ @lucia.cordaroo⁠Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube:⁠ Celiac Diaries Podcast⁠Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:⁠ Lucia Cordaro⁠Follow the podcast on TikTok:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠ @lucia.cordaro⁠ ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Gluten Horror Stories: Real Celiac Nightmares (And Why You’re Not Alone)It’s spooky season… and what’s scarier than getting glutened by mistake? In this special Halloween episode of The Celiac Diaries, Lucia dives into the real-life horror stories from the gluten-free community — from cross-contamination nightmares to roommate trauma. Plus: Lucia shares her own celiac horror stories (yes, tempura sushi and Panda Express chicken are involved), her gluten-free Halloween survival tips, and new research on a blood test that could make celiac diagnosis easier than ever.🎧 Tune in for relatable laughs, shared trauma, and a reminder that it’s okay to be “that gluten-free friend.”0:00 | Intro & Halloween VibesLucia sets the scene for spooky season and introduces this week’s theme — the scariest thing for celiacs: getting glutened.2:12 | News of the Week: A New Blood Test for Celiac Diagnosis 🩸Learn about a groundbreaking IL-2 blood test developed by researchers in Australia that may eliminate the need for gluten challenges during diagnosis.4:21 | Gluten-Free Fav of the Week 🍫Lucia shares her latest obsession: Unreal Snacks Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups.5:35 | Lucia’s Own Celiac Horror Stories 😱From influencer dinners gone wrong to shared toasters and tempura sushi rolls — Lucia relives her most haunting gluten-free mistakes.19:33 | Listener Horror Stories 👂Community submissions that will make every celiac’s stomach drop — cross-contamination chaos, accidental bagel kisses, and mislabeled “GF” meals that turned terrifying.27:19 | Lessons Learned & Halloween Survival Tips 🎃Lucia shares her top tips for avoiding gluten scares this season — from asking the right questions to trusting your gut (literally).🩸 News of the Week: The IL-2 Blood Test That Could Eliminate Gluten Challenges https://celiac.org/2025/06/16/a-game-changer-for-celiac-diagnosis-il-2-blood-test-may-eliminate-the-need-for-gluten-challenges/?utm_source=chatgpt.com🍫 Gluten-Free Fav of the Week: Unreal Snacks Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups https://www.getunreal.com/💬 Follow Lucia: @celiacdiariespod💌 Submit your story for next time!✨Let’s ConnectFollow the podcast on Instagram:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠ @lucia.cordaroo⁠Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube:⁠ Celiac Diaries Podcast⁠Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:⁠ Lucia Cordaro⁠Follow the podcast on TikTok:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠ @lucia.cordaro⁠ ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

Gluten-Free Doesn’t Always Mean Healthy: How Ultra-Processed Gluten-Free Foods Are Wrecking Your Gut (and What I Eat Instead)You’ve gone gluten-free — but you still feel bloated, tired, or inflamed. So… what gives?In this episode, Lucia breaks down one of the biggest myths in the gluten-free community: that “gluten-free” automatically means healthy. From packaged muffins and breads to “clean” snack bars, most gluten-free substitutes are ultra-processed — and they could be quietly wrecking your gut health.Lucia shares how she discovered the “gluten-free food trap,” what the research says about ultra-processed gluten-free products, and how shifting toward naturally gluten-free whole foods completely transformed her energy, digestion, and inflammation.Takeaways:🥖 Gluten-Free ≠ Automatically Healthy🥦 Whole Foods Are Where Healing Begins💧 Routine Heals — Not Perfection🧘‍♀️ Mindset Matters Just as Much as Food🗞 News of the WeekCalifornia just passed a law to phase out ultra-processed foods in public schools by 2035. Why it matters: It signals a growing recognition that processing itself is a health concern — not just gluten, sugar, or fat.Source: https://apnews.com/article/california-ultraprocessed-school-meals-bill-newsom-a76fe72828984514858781db23ec7005⏰ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Louisiana trip & life updates03:17 – News of the Week: California bans ultra-processed school foods05:04 – Gluten-Free Fav of the Week: Why kiwi is my gut health MVP 🥝06:20– The Gluten-Free Food Myth & 16:50 – How ultra-processed GF foods cause inflammation & fatigue19:06 – What I Learned the Hard Way + research insights20:22 – Segment 2: The Power of Whole Foods22:19 – The “anti-inflammatory” shift that changed my gut health23:06 – Segment 3: Building an Anti-Inflammatory Routine (The 3 R’s Framework)27:33 – Segment 4: The Mindset Shift — from perfection to peace30:04– Segment 5: Key Takeaways 54:00 – Outro & listener challengeWhether you have celiac disease or just want to feel your best, this episode will help you see that healing isn’t about perfection — it’s about rebuilding with real food, balance, and self-compassion.✨Let’s ConnectFollow the podcast on Instagram: @celiacdiariespodFollow me on Instagram: @lucia.cordarooSubscribe to the Podcast on YouTube: Celiac Diaries PodcastSubscribe to my YouTube Channel: Lucia CordaroFollow the podcast on TikTok: @celiacdiariespodFollow me on TikTok: @lucia.cordaroFollow the Celiac Diaries Substack: Substack Page ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.SourcesPMC8009084 (2021): Nutritional comparison of gluten-free vs regular productsCDC, 2021: Ultra-processed foods account for 58% of American caloriesCleveland Clinic, 2023: The role of seed oils and oxidative stressClinicalTrials.gov NCT06356220: GF-NOURISH trial on ultra-processed GF foodsPubMed 36839296 (2023): Whole foods improve diet quality in celiac patients

Celiac & Anxiety: Why You’re Not Crazy — and What Actually HelpsNot every symptom of celiac disease shows up in your stomach — sometimes, it shows up in your mind.In this episode, Lucia dives deep into the connection between celiac disease and anxiety — from the neurological link through the gut-brain axis to the emotional weight of managing a gluten-free life every single day.She shares the latest research on gastrointestinal anxiety, her own story of discovering that anxiety was actually a symptom of gluten exposure, and the mindset shifts and systems that helped her finally feel calm again.Whether you’ve ever felt anxious after getting glutened, burned out from food vigilance, or just tired of feeling “different,” this conversation will remind you that you’re not crazy — you’re human.In this episode:How inflammation and nutrient deficiencies impact mood and anxietyThe mental load of constant food vigilance and cross-contamination fearsTools, routines, and mindset shifts that make life with celiac feel lighterWhy anxiety is a valid part of the celiac experience — and what actually helps💬 “If you’ve ever felt like your anxiety was all in your head, this episode will make you feel seen.”🎧 Listen now to feel validated, grounded, and more at peace with your gluten-free life.🌎 News of the Week🍞 Gluten-Free Favorite of the Week⏱️ Timestamps:00:43 — Welcome & Life UpdateA quick catch-up from Lucia: Travel updates and podcast social media updates02:51 — Today’s Topic: Celiac & AnxietyIntroducing the two sides of anxiety with celiac: when it’s a neurological symptom vs. when it’s a result of living gluten-free.04:32 — Celiac News of the WeekA new study on “gastrointestinal anxiety” — what it means, how it’s measured, and why it finally validates what so many of us feel.06:52 — Gluten Free Fav of the WeekLucia’s latest obsession: Honey Stinger Gluten Free Waffles 08:21 — Anxiety & Celiac DiseaseSharing more about the two sides of anxiety with celiac. 10:56 — The Gut-Brain Connection ExplainedHow inflammation and nutrient deficiencies affect serotonin, mood, and focus — and why anxiety can actually be a symptom of gluten exposure.13:28 — My Overnight-Oats StoryThe year I accidentally ate gluten every morning, what it did to my body and mind, and how I finally figured it out.18:04 — The Emotional Side of Living Gluten-FreeHypervigilance, cross-contamination fears, social stress, and the mental load of “getting it right,” plus Lucia shares personal experiences on situations that cause her anxiety. 20:10— Why Anxiety Shows Up Differently for EveryoneFrom childhood embarrassment to adult hyper-awareness — and how identity plays into it all.22:18— Fear of TrustCommon experiences that cause fear of cross contamination and lack of trust.24:24— Catholic Gluten Free Host StoryLucia shares her experience with receiving low gluten hosts in the Catholic Church as a child.25:37 — Identity Shift with CeliacHow having celiac disease can affect your identity. 27:08 — Research on Celiac & Anxiety Recent research studies on anxiety in patients with Celiac disease.28:35 — Coping Strategies That Actually HelpMindset shifts around relationships & eating out at restaurants that make managing celiac less overwhelming.34:35 — Key Takeaways & CommunityThe gut-brain link is real, anxiety is valid, and there are ways to feel calm again.✨Let’s Connect Follow the podcast on Instagram: @celiacdiariespodSubscribe to the Podcast on YouTube: Celiac Diaries PodcastSubscribe to my YouTube Channel: Lucia CordaroFollow the podcast on TikTok: @celiacdiariespodFollow the Celiac Diaries Substack: Substack PageDisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.music provided by epidemic sound.