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16. Taking Control of Your Health Sep 10, 2019

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It is time for us to reach the goals we have longed for. Finding the resources that will help us key!

Changing my life and and my family's life to a 100% gluten free diet has been the most amazing blessing to us all.

But I can not stop there... I am on a mission to be my best self and with that said I have further areas I wish to learn and grow! I have found some of the greatest courses to help me do this. We have joined forces and created an amazing bundle with all of our courses and programs.

In my research I have learned 3 amazing takeaways:

Be gentle with yourself. Wanting to focus on your health should come from a place of love for your body and mind, not because of shame or guilt. 2. It's all about baby steps. Choose one thing you would like to improve, whether that's the food you eat, the way you move your body, your sleep habits, etc. and focus on that.3. Failing to plan is planning to fail. This bundle can help you create a plan to take control of your health. The Health & Wellness Bundle is a curated collection of 30 online courses/programs regarding health & wellness for less than what you'd normally pay for one! (WHAT?!) Topics include confidence, yoga, self-care, meditation, strength training, going toxic-free, fixing your period problems, confronting emotional eating, quitting sugar, going vegan, everything you need to know about going gluten free, and much more.

Isn't that amazing?! I know some of you might be thinking "I am not sure if I want to buy this right now" and I totally get it. However, this is a one and done bundle, meaning these items will NEVER be bundled together again...ever! If you were to purchase each course separately it would cost over $5000! But September 9-17th you can grab it for just $99.99 which is CHEAPER than my one course alone.

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15. When Life Hands You Gluten... Featuring Jodi Ettenberg Sep 03, 2019

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Jodi went from Corporate Law to a full time travel blogger as a celiac, and now is on a different path as she chooses to utilize her given talents and her acquired talents, to help inform, educate, and make this world a better place!

Jodi has traveled countless countries to enjoy traditions and the art of food. Being a celiac herself, she found herself at a loss when it came to explaining celiac disease and cross contamination in other languages. She saw the need first and did something about it! She has now created Translated Celiac Disease Information Cards into several different languages. If you are traveling outside of the US... these cards are a must have for sure!

Jody is the author of the book The Food Traveler's Handbook and has an incredible 10 week meditation cou rse for beginners. One of my favorite things about Jodi is her eloquent speech coupled with her deep rooted thoughts. She inspires me to do better, to look around me and see how I can help others even when I don't feel like it. I love how our discussion led to the fact that every single day- every single moment we get to choose how we show up. How we are going to respond and react to all the crazy detours of life. When life hands you gluten, what are you going to do? Listen to the full podcast episode to hear of Jodi's more recent situation as she has found herself bedridden with a CSF leak. I am so grateful that she was willing to open up and be so transparent with the hardships she is facing at this moment. Jodi's Website - https://www.legalnomads.com Spinal tap story - https://www.legalnomads.com/spinal-tap Book - https://www.amazon.com/Food-Travelers-Handbook-Jodi-Ettenberg-ebook/dp/B009WVI0T6/ Translation cards - https://www.legalnomads.com/gluten-free 10 Wk Meditation Course - https://www.legalnomads.com/meditation-beginners US Spinal Leak foundation - https://spinalcsfleak.org/ Canadian Spinal Leak foundation - https://www.spinalcsfleakcanada.ca/

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14. Don't Be So Hard On Yourself Aug 27, 2019

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It is easy to feel like we are not enough. It is easy to compare our worst to someone else's best.

I may not be the greatest cook that can plate up a dish that will have the crowd drooling.... but I will tell you I can help people find their gluten free groove and motivate them even til excitement with whatever circumstance they are in.

Everyone's journey is different, you have different strengths than anyone around you. Listen to Pam Shoaf share her gluten free journey with us and how she has found joy in her journey. Her southern hospitality and cute accent is one that draws anyone near her.

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13. 4 Secrets to a Healthier Gluten Free Diet With Karalynne Call From Just Ingredients Aug 21, 2019

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Just because you live gluten free, does not mean you are healthy and for sure doesn't mean you are free from inflammation and discomfort.

Karalynne from @Just.Ingredients shares her top 4 tips that have made the biggest impact in her healthy and gluten free journey. She may not have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, but what she does share is how gluten makes her feel and also the importance of eating better foods that will not cause the very inflammation she is trying to avoid. Listen in and here how these four tips can change how you feel and how you allow your gut to heal!

1. Eat Naturally gluten free foods.

2. Not to replace everything with corn.

3. Cook without gluten. Meaning don't find a replacements for everything... eat more Whole Foods.

4. Know your 'healthier & safe' go to brands

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4 Secrets to a Healthier Gluten Free Diet With Karalynne Aug 21, 2019

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Just because you live gluten free, does not mean you are healthy and for sure doesn't mean you are free from inflammation and discomfort.Â

1. Eat Naturally gluten free foods.Â

2. Not to replace everything with corn.Â

3. Cook without gluten. Meaning don't find a replacements for everything... eat more Whole Foods.

4. Know your 'healthier & safe' go to brands

https://www.servingceliacs.com/product-page/gluten-free-guide

12. What does a Gluten Free Life Look Like? Aug 13, 2019

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There are quite a few aspects of going gluten free. I mean honestly this is a big change. Food happens to be what most of our lives revolve around! Have you ever gone to a party where they didn't serve food? It seems bonkers doesn't it? Well, with that said there are a lot of changes that are needed to take place, when you change your diet at all!

You may be gluten free for the reason of wanting to live a healthier life, you may have an allergy to gluten or wheat, or maybe an intolerance to it, or you may be like me and my family and celiac disease be our motivating factor to never cheat!

Today I want to share with you the tips for gluten free success and what a gluten free life even looks like!

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11. 16 Years Later... I learned GLUTEN Was The Culprit Aug 06, 2019

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I generally talk about my kids journey with Celiac Disease 99% of the time... after all, as a mom naturally the focus turns to them, right?

But, today I speak out in hopes to help even one of you out there with your journey. Hoping that my 16 years of suffering, countless doctor visits, treatments, medications and even a career change will help raise awareness and even lessen the time of someone else to get diagnosed correctly.

By the end of the episode, I think you will agree with my doctor that I am officially- unofficially diagnosed with Celiac Disease!

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9. College, Social Life & Gluten Free Jul 30, 2019

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College, Social Life, Gluten Free as a Celiac❤️ If you know anyone that is going off to college as a celiac... they NEED to hear this. And if you are like me and just wonder what college life looks like as a celiac, You have to go hear how Clayton rocks college and stays 100% gluten free! In this episode, Clayton @CollegeAndCeliac, is going to share some tips that he has learned in his college journey so far. He talks about how to eat safely in the dorms, how to still participate in sports & exercise while having celiac disease, and the importance of choosing the right doctor who listens and is open minded on making sure you get the best treatment possible!!! What I like most about Clayton's insights are how he shares an extremely frustrating and sometimes embarrassing situation along with some solutions... eating gluten free socially and how to best explain to others about why we eat the way we do 😍 As you know, educating yourself is a lifelong journey and if we want to live the healthiest and best life that we can, then it is up to us to stay up to date with the latest information. 📚 Grab Clayton's College Packing list HERE Empowering and supporting each other so we can grow together is the entire reason why I started this podcast. I am so honored to be able to interview and be amongst celiac giants! I am doing this for us, because together we can make a difference ❤️

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10. For Gluten Sake...THE SECRET TO Eating Deliciously Anywhere in The World GLUTEN FREE 🎉 Jul 30, 2019

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If you are someone who thinks it is impossible to find tasty restaurants that are gluten free in your area...prepare to get your socks blown off because in this podcast, I am going to be revealing the most exciting and powerful gluten free tool out there. This tool has changed my life and it will change yours too because I now KNOW of soooo many places that are dedicated to serving us here in the gluten free community all because of Carrie at ForGlutenSake... THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO GIRL If you are not only looking for a safe place to eat but also to find more of US in the community, this is the podcast to listen to. I will share what the tool is and all of the "secret" information in the interview but you are gonna have to listen to the whole thing TRUST me you are not gonna want to miss this guys click below to listen to it today.... and of course if you are not already make sure to subscribe.

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8. 504 Plan and Celiac Disease Jul 16, 2019

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Do you need a 504 plan with Celiac Disease and being 100% gluten free? What I first thought of a 504 plan I was told it was my right That I was entitled to it And for all those that know me… know that I do not feel entitled to anything. I am not the victim. I will not play into that role. What I learned since then learned that a 504 Plan is… to protect our child educate staff hold them accountable for their treatment towards our children to help plan for the year prepared for emergencies and every day life to make sure that staff and students have a positive attitude toward my child to make sure my child doesn't take advantage of the situation either. TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE THEIR OWN ADVOCATE. PRACTICE. ROLE PLAY. BUILD CONFIDENCE. What is a 504 Plan (a lot of what I am resourcing and quoting from today from BeyondCeliac.org) A 504 plan stems from Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This section prevents discrimination against public school students in grades K through 12 because of disabilities. A 504 plan is meant to "remove barriers" to learning by providing a specific outline on how to make accommodations or modifications on a student-by-student basis. What's the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 applies to all institutions receiving federal financial assistance, such as public schools. Under this law, public schools must provide a free, appropriate public education and not discriminate against disabled students. This law acknowledges that the disability may not require special education services, but a plan is needed to ensure the student receives an appropriate education accommodating the disability within the classroom. This law must accommodate a special diet, including the gluten-free diet for children with celiac disease. Do you have to have a 504 Plan? This decision is entirely up to you as a parent or guardian. Some parents find that informal discussions and accommodations have been sufficient for having the child's needs met at school. However, having a formal 504 plan in place is valuable, especially as teachers and staffing may change. The 504 plan guarantees by law that your child's needs are met throughout their school career and not just in certain classrooms. You can choose to utilize your 504 plan accommodations at any time and having them in place before you need them can save important time and resources if your child develops symptoms from gluten exposure or if you are having trouble with consistent accountability. How do you get a 504 plan started? To get started, you'll need to contact your child's school. The 504 plan team should include: • Primary classroom teacher • School counselor or psychologist • School nurse • Director of food services • 504 plan coordinator You'll also need a doctor's note to show that your child has been formally diagnosed with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity ('gluten sensitivity'). This note should outline the accommodations required to maintain your child's health, enabling him or her to have equal access to public education. What information is included in a 504 plan? Generally, you'll need to provide information about your child's diagnosis and needs, including: • Year of diagnosis • Amount of time on a gluten-free diet • Details on why a 504 plan is needed (including how a restricted diet affects a major life activity) • Child's developmental level and needs (Are they self-reliant in managing the diet? Do they need strict supervision? Etc.) A 504 plan will specifically outline all of the details of how your child's celiac disease needs to be managed in the classroom. For example, you and the 504 plan team can develop an action plan for: • Navigating school lunches • Snacks • Birthday parties • Art class The plan will lay out specific accountabilities. Having a 504 plan in place will also make it much easier to apply for disability accommodation in college. Goals of the 504 Plan: 1. Adhering to all aspects of the 504 plan to avoid gluten. 2. Assisting the child to maintain a stable physiological state void of gluten reactions through preventative measures. 3. Recognizing the signs of a reaction and treating it promptly in all school contexts. 4. Striking a balance between safety and social normalcy, providing the same opportunities and conditions as the child's peers and offering encouragement to the child. 5. Encouraging open and ongoing communication among adults about food intolerance issues and doing so discreetly and in the appropriate forum. Food Allergy Education, Awareness and Reaction Prevention The basic question to be answered and discussed in this section of the 504 plan: What kind of training needs to take place to promote education, awareness and reaction prevention in the school context? Types of Education, Awareness and Reaction Prevention: • Label reading • Proper hand washing • What is cross-contact and how can it be avoided? • Effective table and desk washing with appropriate chemicals and materials • Positive role modeling (Example: A positive role model would not make statements to parents and students such as, "We cannot have a holiday party because of "Suzy Celiac" and her food allergies. A positive role model would say, "We are going to have a holiday party and we will make it fun and safe for everyone.") • Promotion of positive self-esteem for child with celiac disease

Promotion of peer support for child with celiac disease

play dough, paper mache, fruit loops and other gluten-containing food, pasta, flour, paste, and stamp adhesives. Parent and Foodservices will work together to arrange procedures when student is ordering school lunch or bringing food from home that will require heating in the cafeteria (for example, warming in the oven on a separate foiled cookie sheet). Field Trips Nurse or Medical Department Other Topics to Be Considered in This Section • Safety snack box provided by the family to be kept in classroom • Birthdays • After school events such as pizza night: consider utilizing one of the many companies now providing gluten-free options (don't forget to double check cross-contact policies!).

Holiday parties\
• In case of reaction: access to bathroom.
• Emergency kits: If your school has kits for emergencies or evacuation, then what
supplies will be provided for those on a gluten-free diet and by whom?

Sports, Music and Extracurricular Activities Dances, Proms and Catered Events TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE THEIR OWN ADVOCATE. PRACTICE. ROLE PLAY. BUILD CONFIDENCE. Topic of essential oils If Chanelle forgets her lunch I have advised her teacher to use the emergency food that I have provided for the class emergency backpack 12 points from our personal 504 plan 1. Separate seating away from gluten food during lunch if desired (student is aware of disease and is good at self advocating) 2. Unlimited access to the restroom with no delays 3. School to provide gluten free play dough in the classroom to prevent contamination. 4. All adults that come in contact with student during school day, recess, lunch/snack time, shall be trained about accommodations. 5. Student to wash hands prior to eating snacks or lunch. 6. Parent to provide gluten free food for emergency backpack in the event of an emergency 7. Parent to provide a gluten free snack for unexpected parties/events (this will allow student to participate safely) 8. Approved snacks include anything gluten free such as: Hershey kisses, starburst, plain m&m's etc. 9. Teacher to provide 24 hour notice for class parties/events that include food so parent can provide alternate snack 10. Teacher/school will ensure accommodation plan will be in sub- folder and teacher leaves notes on lesson plans to ensure proper notification. 11. Teacher will remind her every 2 hours to use the restroom as needed (parent will remain in constant communication with teacher) 12. Eating areas need to be disinfected before lunch New Printable that you can add your Child's picture to and add some info as well as their favorite safe gluten free treats! This is going to be so helpful to the teachers and staff. You can download it one time, edit and add your information and then print it multiple times for the teacher, nurse and other staff members. I promise it will be so helpful not only for them, but to help you feel heard and have peace of mind that you have provided them with the information needed to ensure your Childs safety! TEACH YOUR CHILD TO BE THEIR OWN ADVOCATE. PRACTICE. ROLE PLAY. BUILD CONFIDENCE.

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