Ep 315 International Symposium and CCA
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
It’s been a busy year for Celiac Canada and one highlight has to have been Melissa Secord and Caleigh McAulay RD attending the International Symposium on Celiac Disease held in Sheffield UK earlier this fall. Both Melissa and Caleigh returned with so much information regarding ongoing and upcoming research along with best practices from other countries. Melissa shares with us some new theories for better diagnosis as well as questioning some ideas we have held as fact. Caleigh presented a poster on behalf of Celiac Canada regarding our recent State of Celiac Survey and learned so much from...
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Ep 314 November 2024 Roundup
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
It’s the beginning of November and that means I get to catch up with my friend Ellen Bayens of . Ellen and I speak about the petition being circulated by Celiac Canada regarding a tax benefit to help with the cost of the gluten free diet. This important petition must be signed by November 10th, so if you haven’t signed and it’s before November 10, please follow the link, and send it on to friends and family – there’s strength in numbers! Recently there was a very broad recall of frozen waffles and pancakes which included some gluten free products and many different brands. Please...
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Ep 313 Doing Disney Gluten Free
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
On this podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nicole Byrom a Registered Dietitian who works with Celiac Canada. Nicole is changing hats for this podcast to another of her interests – Everything Disney! You can also find out more about how Nicole may be able to assist you and your family on your celiac journey at Here are the helpful links Nicole sent me – Gluten-Free Dining in Walt Disney World: Gluten-Free Dining in Disneyland: Email for special diet in Disney: Everything you need to know: Erin McKenna's Bakery NYC: Gluten-Free...
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Ep 312 October 2024 Roundup
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
I’m again speaking with Ellen Bayens of to go over some of the articles she has brought to our attention over the past month and allow me to give my opinions and insight. Sometimes we come across a company that is doing their best to meet our gluten free needs, but may not have the foundational knowledge of the gluten free diet to do so. This was the case with a storefront that sold ice cream and offered their on-site made gluten free cones. Ellen was able to speak with the owner regarding the questionable safety of the cones and now the company is better informed and able to let their...
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Ep 311 Coaching Through the Gluten Free Diet
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
On this episode I speak with Kristin Longacre about her experiences initially when her son was diagnosed with food sensitivities and later when she herself was diagnosed with Celiac Disease. Living in the US, Kristin found only minimal resources to help her understand the gluten free diet. After struggling to eat gluten free Kristin decided to become a Certified Holistic Nutrition Coach specializing in helping others to master both the gluten free diet and lifestyle. You can find out more about Kristin and how she helps others on her website Sue’s Websites and Social Media – Podcast ...
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Ep 310 September 2024 Roundup
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
It’s the beginning of September, and I’m fortunate to have my monthly discussion with Ellen Bayens of to chat about the articles and happenings she has brought to our attention over the past month. First, I have Ellen explain to me the very impactful discovery that was made at McMaster University in co-operation with other colleagues regarding the “spark” that sets off the gluten reaction. Ellen tackles the “gluten friendly” meal descriptions we’re seeing on menus and looks at what can be done to clarify this situation. We talk about bloating even on a gluten free diet, a...
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Ep 309 Parenting a Diagnosis of Celiac Disease
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
On this podcast I speak with Registered Dietitian Nicole Byrom regarding what happens within a family once a child receives a diagnosis of Celiac Disease. We all want our kids to live healthy, fulfilling lives and throwing celiac disease into the mix just gives us more challenges. Nicole mentioned a couple of resources she developed with Celiac Canada – Presentation on Iron Deficiency My Shared Kitchen You can also find out more about how Nicole may be able to assist you and your family on your celiac journey at Sue’s Websites and Social Media – Podcast Podcast Blog – ...
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Ep 308 August 2024 Roundup
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
I’m grateful that Ellen keeps such good tabs on all the celiac and gluten free news as it comes out. She is the first person I go to if I hear of something new and she’s usually already on top of it. As well she is able to vet the articles that come across her desk and give us the information we not only need, but want. This month a great deal focussed on the affordability of the gluten free diet. This is something Celiac Canada is taking very seriously and are working with the whomever will listen in an effort to stem this tide, which is clearly hitting everyone, but it appears is...
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Ep 307 Cindi's 29 Tips for Cooking with Gluten Free Flours
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
I have Cindi the back with me on the podcast to discuss a list she recently published that caught my eye called “29 Tips for Cooking with Gluten Free Flour”. The tips span a range for using gluten free flours in many baked goods as well as in recipes for cooking meals. You can download the list yourself by going to her website . You can also find Cindi’s Gluten Free Flour Conversion Chart from her website at Sue’s Websites and Social Media – Podcast Podcast Blog – Email – Celiac Kid Stuff – Baking Website – Instagram - @suesgfbaking YouTube - Email – ...
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Ep 306 July 2024 Roundup
A Canadian Celiac Podcast
It’s the beginning of July, so I have the pleasure of talking with Ellen Bayens of to chat about interesting articles she has brought to our attention over the past month. We talk about a uniquely helpful Facebook group for celiac families – . This group was started by Ellen and has been helping families for ten years. If yours is a celiac family, this would be a great resource to check out. We also spoke about the Conquer Study and how families with celiac children can get involved. Here’s a link You might also want to find out more about the resource that is Selena DeVries RD @...
info_outlineIt’s been a busy year for Celiac Canada and one highlight has to have been Melissa Secord and Caleigh McAulay RD attending the International Symposium on Celiac Disease held in Sheffield UK earlier this fall.
Both Melissa and Caleigh returned with so much information regarding ongoing and upcoming research along with best practices from other countries. Melissa shares with us some new theories for better diagnosis as well as questioning some ideas we have held as fact. Caleigh presented a poster on behalf of Celiac Canada regarding our recent State of Celiac Survey and learned so much from the many sessions and from other dietitians in attendance.
Celiac Canada was well represented by Melissa and Caleigh, and I was thrilled to have an enlightening conversation with them about their experiences at the Symposium.
Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – [email protected]
Celiac Kid Stuff – https://www.celiackidstuff.com
Baking Website – https://www.suesglutenfreebaking.com
Instagram - @suesgfbaking
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUVGfpD4eJwwSc_YjkGagza06yYe3ApzL
Email – [email protected]