Celiac Diaries

Jon Sherman didn't set out to open a gluten-free restaurant. He ran a fried chicken joint. But when his wife was diagnosed with celiac disease — and his own health and wellness journey started to shift the way he thought about food — everything changed. In this episode of the Celiac Diaries Founder Series, I sit down with Jon, the founder of Matter, a 100% gluten-free fast casual concept in NY...

In honor of Celiac Disease Awareness Month , this episode of Celiac Diaries dives into a conversation that isn’t talked about enough. I’m joined by Liz Purvis (@yeetthatwheat) to unpack a major misconception: celiac disease is often seen as a “white person disease” — but that perception may be contributing to people being misdiagnosed. Liz shares her non-traditional diagnosis story , including: Ha...

In this episode of Celiac Diaries , I’m joined by Felim Meade (@feedmefay), a gluten-free college creator sharing what it’s really like navigating dietary restrictions in college (without even having a formal diagnosis) and the male gluten-free experience . We talk about: What happens when you don’t have a diagnosis (and can’t get accommodations) The reality of being gluten-free in college dining...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” — trying to eat healthy, stay consistent, build better habits — but still struggling to feel your best… this episode is for you. In honor of Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month , I’m joined by autoimmune health coach, Amy Behimer, Pharm. D., NBC-HWC, to talk about the truth no one is saying: 👉 it’s not just you — the world we live in is ofte...

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 rig...

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 fo...

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 you...

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...

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 conver...

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 dis...

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 betwee...

Dry January & Celiac Disease: The Truth About Alcohol and Inflammation Thinking 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...

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 move...

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...

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:...

Cheating, Growing Up Gluten-Free, NYC in our 20s, & Finding Discipline (A Celiac Girlie Chat) with Lex Decker of @NYCButGlutenFree In 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,...

Chelsea Callahan Opens Up About Autoimmune Disease in Her 30s, Running Marathons & Life on YouTube This 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 i...

No Gluten Gabby Gets Real: Mental Health, Gluten Grief, Drug Trials & Dating with Celiac Today 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...

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 c...

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...

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 even...

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, tempu...

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” sn...

Celiac & Anxiety: Why You’re Not Crazy — and What Actually Helps Not 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 th...

How I Use ChatGPT to Make Living with Celiac Disease Easier Managing celiac disease can feel like a full-time job—from decoding restaurant menus and scanning ingredient labels to planning travel and tracking nutrition goals. In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite tools that helps make it all easier: ChatGPT . I use ChatGPT as my “personal assistant for celiac life,” and today I’m walking...