Celiac Straight Talk – Details, episodes & analysis

Our social media coordinator Lauren chats with two of our AMAZING Reach Beyond Celiac Ambassadors about their experiences with summer camp. Alyssa and Daniel share their insights about attending summer camp as a person with celiac in both camper and counselor roles. They discuss the pros and cons of bringing your own food, non-GI symptoms flaring up at camp, and how meaningful camp friendships can be. 

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Many with celiac disease often report feeling isolated, awkward, and disheartened as they navigate the world on a gluten-free diet. But the future is bright, and there are tools you can use to maneuver the social landscape and cope with the burden of a chronic illness.

In this Town Hall celebrating both Celiac Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Anava Wren discusses her work on the social and psychological impacts of celiac disease, and shares her top tips for combatting that isolation.

Dr. Wren is a pediatric celiac psychologist and Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Stanford University Medical Center. She is also the Director of the GI Psychosocial Services & IBD/Celiac Psychological Health Programs. She has been a leader in Stanford Medicine Children's Health Center for IBD and Celiac Disease since it was founded in 2020.

This Town Hall is possible thanks to our sponsor, Crunchmaster. Crunchmaster crackers are made from simple, wholesome ingredients, and are certified gluten-free. Thank you Crunchmaster!

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In this heartfelt episode of Celiac Straight Talk, join Beyond Celiac CEO Alice Bast as she sits down with special guest Dylan Dreyer, beloved co-host of the 3rd hour of TODAY. The conversation delves into a candid exploration of Dylan's journey when her six-year-old son, Calvin, was diagnosed with celiac disease. From the initial shock of the diagnosis to the practical steps and emotional nuances of transitioning Cal to a strict gluten-free diet, this episode offers a genuine and relatable discussion about the challenges and triumphs faced by one family.

Gain insights into the resilience, adaptation, and love that fuel the commitment to keeping Calvin safely gluten-free. Join us for an episode that sheds light on the realities of celiac disease and underscores the strength found in community and understanding.

This episode of Celiac Straight Talk is a dive deep into inspiring stories and advocacy for health and wellness. In this thought-provoking episode, Beyond Celiac CEO Alice Bast sits down with renowned TV personality Jenna Wolfe for a candid discussion on patient empowerment.

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This is a recording of the "Living Your Best Gluten-Free Life" panel from our 2023 Community Summity. It features four gluten-free influencers, Phil, Liz, Erin and Emily, discussing how they've tackled their health conditions and thrived on the gluten-free diet. 

Phil is the creator behind @PhilHatesGluten, a popular TikTok and Instagram account. He uses humor to allieviate the burden of managing eosinophilic esophagitis. 

Liz Purvis is a celiac disease advocate and content creator (@yeet.that.wheat on Instagram and TikTok) living with celiac disease. Her content focuses on health equity and her experience as a Black woman living with celiac.

Erin Smith is the creator of Gluten-Free Globetrotter, a travel website that provides information about eating gluten-free and traveling with celiac. She's been living with celiac disease since 1981 and eating gluten-free long before it was "trendy." 

Emily Shaw is best known for her viral DIY TikTok account @emilyrayna. She has been featured in prestigious publications including The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Business of Home, The Drew Barrymore Show, and more. Something her fans may not know is that she also happens to have celiac disease.

In this episode, we sit down with Juanita Belton, PA-C, MPH, physician assistant in gastroenterology and Director of Patient Empowerment at Color of Crohn's & Chronic Illness (COCCI). COCCI was created to improve the quality of life for BIPOC who are affected by IBD, digestive disorders, and associated chronic illnesses through community, research, education, and advocacy. Juanita gives tips for talking with your doctor about your unique health needs. 

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Ambassadors Hayden and Alyssa join podcast coordinator Leah Popovic as they discuss what it's like to experience an athletic life style with celiac disease. 

To hear more episodes of Celiac Straight Talk, visit https://www.beyondceliac.org/news-events/podcast-series/

We sat down with Arturo Chacón Cruz to learn just how he manages to stay gluten-free while traveling all over the world to sing opera, as well as his advice for convincing others that, while the gluten-free diet can be annoying, your health is worth it.

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Dr. Hilary Jericho became a part of the Stanford University team at the beginning of this year, working for the newly developed celiac disease program at the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. Learn about how Dr. Jericho's research in the psychosocial effects of celiac disease has made an impact on the Bay area.

To hear more episodes of Celiac Straight Talk, visit https://www.beyondceliac.org/news-events/podcast-series/

Looking for gluten free restaurants in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania? Look no further! Meet Jeff Vilson, the creator of Gluten Free Lehigh Valley—a platform where the gluten-free community can connect with peers, doctors and more. This project is pioneering an effort to make celiac disease and gluten intolerance better understood not only in Lehigh Valley, but in communities across the country.