Gluten Free Weigh In

This week's chat with Aaron begins with him admitting how he got glutened earlier that day.  We go on to talk about the series of tests required in the bariatric surgery program.  As luck would have it, this is how Aaron found out he had celiac disease.  Next week, we'll talk about the conversations with professionals regarding mental suitability for bariatric surgery. Sue's Websites and Social Me...

This week I chat with Tamie about some apps she's used to help her on her weight loss journey.  She explains the Weight Watchers app, and how it helps with day to day meal planning.  Carla and I have a conversation about the do's and don'ts of Intermittent Fasting.  There's lots of advice out there, and it's not all correct.  There are rules, but for the most part they're pretty simple. Sue's Webs...

This week I chat with Aaron about the program he's involved in, to prepare for bariatric surgery.  There are lifestyle changes you must understand and accept, as well as decisions to be made.  We will continue in my next talk with Aaron about the medical testing required during the preparations for surgery. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @g...

This week I chat with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie fills us in on the points system used at Weight Watchers.  She is on maintenance now, so she is able to explain how the points system evolved and how she uses it to her best advantage.  Carla and I talk about apps we have used during Intermittent Fasting to help us schedule our eating times.  We also talk about some of the direct and indirect benefits...

This week I speak to Aaron about a recent emotional time he had that involved doughnuts.  We also talk about how he made the decision to have bariatric surgery and what the first steps were.  Aaron mentioned a friend of his who offers gluten free baking classes.  That friend is Cinde Little and you can find out more about her online classes at www.everydayglutenfreegourmet.ca . Sue's Websites and...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla about the basics of their weight loss strategies.  Tamie has been following a Weight Watchers program and Carla has an intermittent fasting lifestyle.  Our conversation will continue in Wk 178 to give more detailed information on both of their programs. Sue's Websites and Social Media  Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighi...

This week I speak with Aaron.  As a newly diagnosed celiac, Aaron has received lots of information about how to eat safely in a restaurant, but he was anxious to talk through his approach to see if there was anything he was missing.  One of the websites I referenced was www.theceliacscene.com . Sue's Websites and Social Media  Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreewei...

This week I chat with Tamie and Carla.  Both ladies are on their own exercise schedules and are now trying to tackle trigger foods and get back on track.  Tamie has a great recipe for green beans in the air fryer and Carla is thinking ahead to some upcoming low calorie days. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFr...

This week I should have had Aaron as a co-host, but things happen, as they do these days, so he was not able to speak with me.  He will be back in a couple of weeks.  I decided to talk about some things that have been on my mind of late - what's holding me back from making a plan, eating better, exercising and losing weight.  Maybe some of what I say might resonate with you, but for the most part,...

This week I speak with both Tamie and Carla as they get back into their more healthy routines after the holidays.  For Tamie, that means getting some workouts in, or at least running on the treadmill.  For Carla, it means the discipline of setting a short eating window and a more strict fasting time.  Both ladies have very different strategies, but make them work. Sue's Websites and Social Media P...

On this week's episode Aaron and I speak about his experiences eliminating gluten from his kitchen.  This is quite an accomplishment for a family that has been buying in bulk for many years.  Aaron quizzes me about gluten free wraps, and we talk pizza alternatives.  Here is the link to my Gluten Free Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe on Youtube - https://youtu.be/UPS07XMdtwk I also mentioned my chees...

Another holiday season check in with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie admits to putting her Christmas tree directly in front of her treadmill, which completely sabotaged her efforts to walk over the holidays.  Carla explains how she organized her holiday meals with family.  We all spoke about our plans for the new year, including re-sets on our meal issues. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://g...

On this week's episode, I speak with Aaron about some of the bumps he's run into with the gluten free diet.  As well we talk about the different weight loss diets he's been on in the past, and what led him to his decision to have weight loss surgery.  Aaron is very honest with the audience about his struggles in the past and what finally motivated him to go ahead with the surgery program. Sue's We...

This week I speak with both Tamie and Carla about their experiences and tips for social gatherings.  Sometimes they eat before going out, and other times they have food with them to take out of their bag in case gluten free isn't provided.  As well we all share the food choices that are quick fixes for hunger when we can't expect food to be provided. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https:/...

This week I have the pleasure of introducing our new co-host Aaron.  Aaron tells us about his recent celiac diagnosis as well, he is in a program awaiting bariatric surgery.  I am thrilled to introduce the male perspective, along with that of the newly diagnosed to Gluten Free Weigh In. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Emai...

This week I chat with Carla who has been trying different strategies to assist her with her intermittent fasting.  She explains the popcorn strategy and I give her my take on eating popcorn, which I love. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFreeWeighIn@gmail.com Celiac Kid Stuff – https://www.celiackidstuff.com B...

This week, I chat with Tamie who lives in the US.  Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so Tamie and I speak about her "plan" for the day as well as the fact that it's only one day.  It's easy to extend holidays about food to a few days, but we have to be realistic and good to ourselves in balance.  Also, Tamie has hit a milestone with her workouts - something I will not even strive to do, but...

This week's conversation with Carla comes at a time when both of us have been pre-occupied with family issues and how our gluten free diet can't be ignored.  We also look at some of our favourite recipes to make at home.  Carla said everyone told her that over time she'd be trying to make everything she liked herself at home and she didn't believe it, but now that's the case. Sue's Websites and So...

This week Tamie and I chat about our healthy gluten free eating habits.  Tamie uses her Weight Watcher's experience to illustrate how her diet has become healthier over time.  I talk about the differences with recipes from my Mom as well as my go-to iced tea drink. Sue's Websites and Social Media – Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFreeWeighI...

This week I chat to Carla about why she thinks she's slipping a bit on her Intermittent Fasting regime.  We also talk about our favourite gluten free foods to buy.  As Carla is of Italian heritage, she was the perfect person to ask about her and her family's favourite gluten free pasta. Sue's Websites and Social Media – Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Em...

This week I chat with Tamie about getting back into an exercise routine after her half marathon challenge. She is wondering out loud if she should commit to another half marathon in Arizona in January, as well she is working towards a milestone at her gym.  We discuss our favourite gluten free foods from a store - hummus tops her list, and low fat cheese with sesame rice crackers are my go-to.  We...

This week I speak with Carla, who is practising Intermittent Fasting.  It was recently Thanksgiving in Canada and one of the first times we were able to get together with more than just a couple of family members.  Admittedly, Carla didn't follow her IF schedule and now is looking at how she faltered, what the circumstances were as well as creating a plan to get back to her very short eating windo...

This week I talk with Tamie about her plans for exercising and running going forward.  We also look at how Weight Watchers introduced boundaries to help make food choices, but did it in a gradual way.  Making gluten free choices, must be all in, but the journey to choose healthier gluten free choices is often long.  We also chat about our obsession with chicken wings in the air fryer - maybe not a...

This week I speak with Carla about the changing seasons, but quickly the conversation pivots to some of the negativity we all put up with surrounding the gluten free diet.  Carla recalls how she once left her family in a restaurant because she was frustrated with others not understanding the seriousness of the diet.  I also mentioned the BBC show Saturday Kitchen, which has caused a great deal of...

Tamie finally made it to her long awaited half-marathon run. I was thrilled to talk with her about it, the struggles and the victories.  As well, we talked about the mindset of a physical challenge and how she worked slowly and progressively to reach this goal. Food choices, mindgames and walking up stairs all posed unique problems, but Tamie tells us how she overcame them. Sue's Websites and Soci...