Gluten Free With Casey C

Gluten bread & pastries = the worst ex to bump into running errands, am I right? 😅 I’d love if everyone commented a gluten pastry they’re still looking for a gf swap for AND/OR a gluten free dessert they love that help when you’re hit by cravings like this. 🤤 Some of my personal fave swaps for the desserts shown here are 👇 😋 @Official Schär US Page muffins — Certified GF & Dairy Free, at @Sprouts Farmers Market, @Wegmans, Amazon & more 🍓 @Ethel’s Baking Co. dessert bars — Certified GF, at Sprouts and @target 🍪 @My Dad’s Cookies thumbprint cookies — Certified GF & Dairy Free and at @Kroger 🥐 Croissants made with @Sweet Loren’s ✨ puff pastry — Gluten & Dairy Free, at Target, Wegmans, Kroger & more #glutenfreefood #celiactiktok #celiac #glutenfreelife #nogluten #foodallergy #glutenfreedairyfree #celiacdisease #glutenfreeliving #autoimmunedisease #autoimmune #celiacs #foodallergies #coeliac #leonardodicaprio #glutenfree

Did you hear about these latest celiac research & findings? Or what month were YOU born since a recent study found higher rates of celiac in those born between April & July? 🤔 As always, the goal are sharing “scarier” research updates like this liver disease correlation is NOT to fear monger. It’s to make you AWARE of risks to discuss with your doctor and symptoms to look out for‼️ And if you want to read the studies for yourself, dm me which you want l1nks to! 👉 Or sign up for my gluten free newsletter in b10 for updates like this sent to your inbox 2 Tuesdays each month! 🥰📧 What’s a new or new-to-you gluten free product you’ve been loving lately? Still obsessed with the gluten free frozen sushi options from @konsciousfoods at most stores now. They are also all plant based but I honestly don’t notice it’s not real crab or fish! 😍 And find tons more gf product recc’s & relatable celiac content on my page 💙 #celiactiktok #glutenfreefood #celiac #celiaclife #glutenfreelife #autoimmunedisease #nogluten #celiacdisease #foodallergy #coeliac #celicos #foodallergies #glutenfree #glutenfreeliving #autoimmune #glutenfreedairyfree

Who else’s celiac diagnosis was a total blindside? 😅🙋‍♀️ My symptoms didn’t seem *that* serious to me at the time, so I was as shocked that it was a lifelong autoimmune disease as I was relieved that at least I had answers. 😅 And important reminder that celiac has 200+ symptoms, many non-digestive‼️ Did you have any surprising symptoms? Or how was your celiac diagnosis journey in general? Would love to hear 👇 #glutenfreefood #celiactiktok #celiac #celiaclife #glutenfreelife #autoimmunedisease #foodallergy #celiacdisease #nogluten ##coeliac#diagnosis#diagnosisee #celiacs#celiacsmunedisease ##autoimmune

Do you ever go back to a restaurant that glutens you? 😅 Or have you ever called a restaurant or asked to speak to the manager after it happened? Tbh, hell if I’m going back to 99% of places once my intestines stop stabbing me from the inside out. 😬🤪 UNLESS it’s a fave spot that I’ve gone to a lot and just made one mistake, or they can prove they’ve made changes to their food allergy protocol. 🤷‍♀️ We usually do-pick up so I’m usually home whenever I feel what I feel after eating. 🙃 But I have talked to the manager before and contacting corporate is another option, depending on where it happened. And honestly, I’d take an authentic apology + questions about what they could change to prevent the same mistake from happening over a gift card any day. 🤷‍♀️ Lmk your thoughts or any memorable restaurant experiences — good or bad — with celiac 👇👇👇 #gluten #foodallergies #celiac #celiacdisease #celiactiktok #glutenfreelifestyle #ibstok #foodallergy #autoimmunedisease #glutenfreelife #homealone #ibs #foodallergies #glutenfreefood #glutenfree #glutenfreediet #MemeCut #Meme #MemeCut

PSA: someone with celiac (or any medical need for a gluten free diet) is NOT being “dramatic” for doing what’s needed to stay happy & safe. Because eating gluten free for us isn’t a choice. It’s our only form of medicine‼️ And many of us know first-hand how serious celiac complications can be! I personally had to be hospitalized for malnutrition and given a temporary feeding tube a few months after my celiac diagnosis because the damage to my body was so bad. 😅 So yea, I’m gonna “dramatically” protect myself from ever getting that sick again! 😤 Have you ever been called dramatic? Or how do you handle comments like this? Would love to hear 👇 #glutenintolerance #celiactiktok #glutenfreelife #glutenfreefood #autoimmunedisease #autoimmune #glutensensitivity #celiacawareness #nogluten #celiac #glutenfreeliving #chronicillnessawareness #coeliac #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergies

What’s a small gesture you wish more people knew to do for their gluten free loved ones? 🤔 Lmk👇 And highly recommend this @MissJonesBakes strawberry white chocolate blondie mix from Walmart! I used applesauce instead of oil and added in a handful of fresh berries. Gluten eating bf approved. 😋 #glutenfree #glutenintolerance #foodallergies #celiactiktok #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebaking #celiacdisease #glutensensitivity #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #celiac #glutenfreerecipes

Are you the only gluten free one in your fam? Or how does your parents, friends or partner help make your gluten free life a little easier? 🤔 My mom and I have def gotten even closer since I was diagnosed with celiac & she realized eating gluten free helped her chronic pain. 🙏 And if I had to give loved ones of a newly diagnosed celiac any tips on how they could help, a couple suggestions would be 👇 ❤️ If they live with you, help them have a safe space, whether that’s keeping gluten out of the house or setting ground rules to prevent cross contact. ❤️ Educate yourself on celiac disease, label reading, cross contact, etc. And remembering your loved one’s fave safe brands or restaurants is a HUGE help. ❤️ Be willing to listen, whether to us venting or to us talking about concerns we have with upcoming food plans. What’s a small gesture that makes you feel seen with celiac? Lmk 👇 #glutenfreelife #glutenintolerance #foodallergies #celiactiktok #foodallergy #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreefood #celiacdisease #celiac #glutenfreeliving #nogluten #celiacawareness #glutensensitivity #invisibleillness #chronicillness

Who else hates the myth that it’s safe for people with celiac disease to eat gluten in Italy / Europe? 🤦‍♀️🙋‍♀️ The truth is that if you’re “fine” eating gluten in Europe with celiac, you: 1️⃣ Don’t actually have celiac disease. 2️⃣ Have silent celiac and are still having intestinal damage without other symptoms. And Italy legit has some of the BEST gluten free food in the world anyway! 😉 So no gluten needed to enjoy ALL your cravings like amazing gluten free donuts, pizza, calzones, pastries, pasta and more! 🤯 Have you ever been told going to Europe will “cure” your celiac? 🤦‍♀️ Or what’s a gluten free myth that drives you crazy?? Lmk 👇 #glutenfreelife #glutenfree #celiac #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #glutenfreefood #glutenfreebread #celiactiktok #celiacdisease #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #celiacos #senzaglutine #senzaglutineitalia

Have you ever been blamed or accused of “choosing” to eat gluten free when you actually have celiac / a medical condition? 🤔 If so, know you aren’t alone. 🫶 And PLEASE remember 👇 💙 Chronic illness is not your fault. And even if you lived a lifestyle that *could* increase your risks of developing it, MANY factors go into developing celiac or other conditions. 💙 How someone reacts to your dietary restrictions says more about THEM than you. If they are triggered by YOUR dietary needs, that’s their problem…not yours. 🤷‍♀️ 💙 The RIGHT supportive people in your life will love you no matter what you can or can’t eat or what your health status is. What do you wish more people realized about living with celiac disease or eating a gluten free diet? Would love to hear 👇 And find even more relatable gluten free / celiac content, product reviews & recommendations, easy recipes & more on my page. 💙 PS — I made protein rice crispies with 4 cups gifted @Three Wishes Cereal, 1 package or 3 scoops @Truvani protein powder, 3 tbsp butter & 10 oz marshmallows…SO GOOD!! 😍 #celiac #glutenfreelife #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #celiacdisease #glutenfreefood #autoimmunedisease #celiactiktok #glutenfreedessert #foodallergies #glutenfreebaking #chronicillness #glutenfrerecipes #autoimmune

Who else is constantly explaining how celiac disease is an AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE and not an intolerance?! 🤦‍♀️🙋‍♀️ So just because someone with lactose or gluten intolerance can “cheat” on their diet DOES NOT mean people with celiac can do the same! Because when someone with celiac eats gluten, they’re risking actual intestinal damage and many other serious complications that an intolerance CANNOT cause. And tbh, even intolerances can be debilitating depending on the person. 🤷‍♀️ So maybe just stop pressuring people to eat food they say isn’t safe for their body?? 🙏 What’s a symptom or struggle related to celiac disease you wish more people were aware of? Lmk 👇 #celiac #glutenfreelife #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #glutenfreefood #celiacdisease #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #foodallergies #celiactiktok #glutenfree #glutenintolerance #glutensensitivity #celiacawareness

Iykyk. 😅 What’s been your best — or worst 🥲 — gluten free dining out experience lately? We recently tried tapateria, a 100% gluten free tapas restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs. The shrimp & grit + almond cake were our standout faves. 😍 And the workers were happy to give recommendations on their fave items! What do you wish more restaurants or restaurant workers understood about a gluten free diet? Lmk 👇 #celiac #glutenfreelife #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #glutenfreefood #celiacdisease #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #foodallergies #celiactiktok #glutenfree #glutenfreesnacks

Who else loves knowing the entire aisle is just for gluten free eaters you?? 🙋‍♀️😂 Or did you know all of @Wegmans sushi is made without gluten ingredients + served with gluten free soy sauce? 🤯 Gluten can hide in l imitation crab meat, seasoned / vinegar-soaked rice, soy sauce and wasabi, so finding gluten free sushi isn’t always as easy as it sounds. 😅 👉 So anytime I’m traveling on the East Coast, I looooove grabbing me some Wegmans sushi. 😋 The risk of cross contact is low due to the fact that all their sushi is prepped in one spot and made without gluten, but always ask if they have a dedicated fryer for sushi only at your location if you want to try the tempura flavors. And Wegmans also has TONS more gluten free prepared meal options, several dedicated gf aisles / sections with a bunch of packaged goods and more! What are your fave stores for gluten free options? Or what’s a fave spot of yours for safe sushi? Lmk 👇👇 #glutenfree #glutenfreelife #celiac #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #glutenfreefood #celiactiktok #autoimmunedisease #glutenfreeliving #foodallergies #wegmans #glutenfreesnacks #glutenfreelifestyle #celiacdisease

What’s a gluten free / celiac tip that has changed your life for the better?? Drop it in the comments 👇 Reminding myself that I’m helping EVERYONE with celiac or food allergies by advocating for my own needs at a restaurant, conference, work event, etc helped immensely in feeling more confident to advocate for myself when I was first diagnosed at 17. 🙏 And even 11 years in, I still sometimes feel anxious or just plain exhausted asking my usual “celiac spiel” to ensure my meal is safe. 😅 That’s when it’s also SUPER helpful to have a partner, friend or family member who will help advocate when you need. 🥹🫶 And if you’re ever in Colorado Springs, highly recommend @Cleaneatz 😍 all their breaded chicken is gluten free & baked, along with their sweet potato fries. And most of their sauces & meals in general are gluten free or can be made so! What’s a tip or perspective you wish you’d heard when you were newly gluten free? Would love to hear 👇 #celiac #glutenfree #glutenfreelife #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #glutenfreefood #celiactiktok #autoimmunedisease #autoimmune #glutenfreeliving #glutenfreeliving #celiacdisease #foodallergy #foodallergies #celiacs

Did you know that celiac and food allergies are typically disqualifying for trying to join the armed forces? 😅 I grew up as a marine brat since my dad joined before I was born & didn’t retire until I was 21. I never planned on following in his footsteps but being diagnosed with celiac at 17 made it even easier to answer when coworkers would ask if I would be enlisting. 😅🤣 If you are still interested in serving with celiac or food allergies, you can sometimes get a waiver to be allowed in. And if you are already serving or have in the past, THANK YOU for your service. 🙏💙 What’s a fact about celiac or way it changed your life that surprised you?? #glutenfree #glutenfreelife #celiac #nogluten #glutenfreedairyfree #foodallergy #glutenfreefood #celiacdisease #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #foodallergies #glutenfreebread #glutenfreeliving #celiactiktok #glutenfreediet