Gluten Free Unwrapped

What happens when you can no longer choose your own food?In this season finale of Gluten Free Unwrapped, Jenny welcomes back disability rights attorney Mary Vargas to discuss one of the most overlooked topics in the celiac disease community: what rights do you have when someone else is responsible for feeding you safely?Together, they explore legal protections for people with celiac disease and food allergies in prisons, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.Mary shares insights from landmark cases involving incarcerated individuals denied medically necessary gluten-free meals and explains what the law does and does not protect when safe food is no longer fully within your control.In this episode, you'll learn:What rights incarcerated individuals have under the ADA and the ConstitutionHow prisons handle medically necessary diets like gluten-free dietsWhat protections apply in hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilitiesWhat to do if a facility says it cannot accommodate your dietary needsWhen poor care crosses the line into disability discriminationThis powerful conversation is ultimately about dignity, equal access, and understanding your rights when your health is in someone else's hands. A must-listen episode for anyone with a food restriction.Connect with Mary VargasLinkedIn: @Mary VargasStein & Vargas LLPConnect with Jenny Finke (host)Instagram (@goodforyouglutenfree)Subscribe to her weekly newsletterLinkedInInstagram (@lovemeglutenfree) and Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox)Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription boxChapters00:00 Understanding Rights for Celiac and Food Allergies19:59 Food Access in Hospitals and Nursing Homes

In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, Jenny sits down with registered dietitian and celiac disease expert Erin Kenny, founder of The Celiac Space, to tackle one of the most confusing topics in the gluten-free world: The Gluten Challenge.If you've already gone gluten-free but never received a definitive celiac disease diagnosis, should you start eating gluten again for testing? How much gluten is required? For how long? And is a Gluten Challenge always necessary?Erin breaks down the latest recommendations, explains who should and shouldn't consider a Gluten Challenge, and shares practical guidance for navigating the diagnostic process.Jenny and Erin also discuss the story of a well-known gluten-free influencer who spent years believing he had celiac disease, only to discover through genetic testing that celiac was unlikely. His experience highlights the importance of getting the right testing and understanding what a diagnosis can—and cannot—tell you.Whether you're newly gluten-free, questioning a past diagnosis, or trying to help a loved one navigate testing, this episode will help you better understand the path to answers.What You'll Learn:What a Gluten Challenge is and why it may be necessaryWho should consider a Gluten Challenge—and who may not need oneHow much gluten is required for accurate testingThe role of genetic testing in ruling celiac disease in or outWhat to do if you can't tolerate eating gluten againCommon misconceptions about celiac disease diagnosisHow to advocate for yourself during the testing processChapters00:00 Understanding the Gluten Challenge10:37 Erin's Personal Journey with Celiac Disease20:30 The Role of Genetic Testing22:56 Exploring Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity30:31 The Value of a Definitive DiagnosisConnect with Erin KennyThe Celiac Space websiteThe Celiac Space InstagramConnect with Jenny Finke (host)Instagram (@goodforyouglutenfree)Subscribe to her weekly newsletterLinkedInInstagram (@lovemeglutenfree) and Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox)Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box

What rights do people with celiac disease actually have? In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, Jenny sits down with disability rights attorney Mary Vargas to break down how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects people living with celiac disease and food allergies.Mary shares how her family’s personal experiences led her into disability rights law and walks through landmark cases involving restaurants, colleges, camps, and public spaces that helped shape protections for the gluten-free community.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How celiac disease is protected under the ADAWhat rights you have in restaurants, schools, camps, and workplacesThe landmark cases changing gluten-free accommodationsWhat “reasonable accommodations” actually look likeWhy advocacy continues to create change for the gluten-free communityThis episode is an empowering conversation about inclusion, accessibility, and learning how to confidently advocate for yourself or your family while living gluten-free.Connect with Mary VargasLinkedIn: @Mary VargasStein & Vargas LLPConnect with Jenny Finke (host)Instagram (@goodforyouglutenfree)Subscribe to her weekly newsletterLinkedInInstagram (@lovemeglutenfree) and Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox) Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription boxChapters00:00 Understanding Celiac Disease and Disability Rights05:41 Legal Protections Under the ADA09:02 Landmark Cases: JD vs. Colonial Williamsburg14:11 Restaurant Rights and Accommodations18:43 College Dining Rights and Responsibilities22:39 Navigating Workplace Accommodations37:13 When to Consider Litigation

In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, Jenny sits down with registered dietitian and celiac specialist Jessica Lebovits to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of living gluten-free: micronutrient deficiencies.Jessica explains why people with celiac disease are so prone to deficiencies in nutrients like iron, vitamin D, calcium, folate, and B12 — and why those deficiencies can persist even after going gluten-free. She also shares practical advice on nutrient testing, supplementation, and how to build a more nutrient-dense gluten-free diet.Jessica also discusses the published micronutrient guidelines she co-authored for people with celiac disease and why they’re such an important tool for long-term healing and wellness.What You'll Learn:Why nutrient deficiencies are common in celiac diseaseHow to approach supplements without overdoing itThe importance of a “food-first” approach to healingConnect with Jessica LebovitsInstagram: @gfree_rd & @bellybestieclubLinkedIn: @Jessica LebovitsMicronutrient Considerations for Celiac Disease published in Practical Gastroenterology: Micronutrient Considerations for Celiac DiseaseConnect with Jenny Finke (host)Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram and FacebookJenny on Instagram and subscribe to her newsletter.Jenny on LinkedIn Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription boxChapters00:00 – Why Nutrients Matter on a Gluten-Free Diet06:00 – The Most Common Deficiencies in Celiac Disease13:00 – What Nutrient Levels Celiacs Should Be Testing21:30 – Food First vs. Supplements: What Actually Helps?

What happens when a childhood rooted in farming, homemade food, and simple ingredients meets the modern need for clean, portable snacks? In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, Jenny sits down with Zora Tabin, founder of Wild Zora, to talk about her incredible journey from growing up in communist-era Czechoslovakia to building one of the most trusted clean snack brands in the gluten-free space.Zora shares how her family’s connection to farming, whole foods, and using every part of the animal shaped the way she thinks about food today. She opens up about moving to the US and eventually launching Wild Zora from her Colorado kitchen after struggling to find truly healthy, protein-packed snacks for her family.Jenny and Zora also dive into:Why clean ingredients matter more than everThe truth about “natural flavors”How Wild Zora pioneered protein-forward snacks before the trend explodedThe realities of building a self-manufacturing food businessWhy so many gluten-free consumers rely on portable meals and snacksThe growing interest in organ meats, freeze-dried foods, and regenerative agricultureWhether you’re gluten-free, ingredient-conscious, or simply curious about how thoughtful food brands are built, this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and inspiration.Connect with Wild ZoraWebsite: wildzora.comInstagram: @wildzorafoodsFacebook: @Wild Zora FoodsLinkedin: @Wild Zora FoodsConnect with Jenny Finke (host)Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) and Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.comChapters00:00 Introduction to Zora Tabin and Wild Zora02:01 Zora's Background and Connection to Food04:29 Journey to the U.S. and Colorado08:07 Inception of Wild Zora: The Business Idea10:47 The Clean Eating Movement and Family Needs12:44 Challenges in Sourcing Ingredients15:39 Feedback and Growth in Farmers Markets17:13 Transitioning to Retail and Post-COVID Strategy20:38 Partnership with Josh and Self-Manufacturing22:58 Building a Brand with Personal Touch26:01 Navigating Challenges Post-COVID29:24 Innovations in Freeze-Drying Technology32:15 Catering to Diverse Dietary Needs36:21 Maintaining Creative Freedom in Business39:06 Connecting with the Community through Quality Products