Saying Goodbye to Gluten / Gluten-Free Living, Celiac Disease, Gluten-Free Support

E98 Where to Shop Gluten-Free: Beyond the Grocery Store

Does going to the grocery store overwhelm you?
 
Starting a gluten-free lifestyle can feel difficult, especially when you don’t know where to shop for safe gluten-free foods. 
 
Many women assume their only option is the local grocery store… and quickly feel frustrated, limited, or discouraged.
 
In this podcast episode, I’m opening your eyes to a whole new world of gluten-free shopping possibilities so you can confidently fill your plate, nourish your body, and stay gluten-free safe every single day. 
 
You’ll discover creative and practical places to shop for your gluten-free needs — including options many people never think about. When you know where to look, living gluten-free becomes more sustainable, less stressful, and far more delicious.
 
This episode is especially helpful if you are: ✨ Newly gluten-free and unsure where to start ✨ Feeling stuck in a limited grocery routine ✨ Wanting more variety, better nutrition, and safer gluten-free choices ✨ Ready to build a sustainable gluten-free lifestyle that truly works
 
This episode is a great follow-up to my previous conversation about gluten-free shopping habits (episode #94) and will prepare you for an upcoming episode on saving money while living gluten-free — because sustainable gluten-free living is about creating systems that support you for life. 
 
If you’re ready to go deeper and build a gluten-free lifestyle that feels calm, organized, and doable, you can learn more about my Gluten-Free Growth Membership, where we create step-by-step routines that help you stay gluten-free safe without second-guessing your daily choices.
 
Also Shared in this episode:
#67 How Farmers' Markets Can Update Your Meals
 
 #94 Building Your Gluten-Free Life Series Part 3: GF Shopping Habits That Support Your Health
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
**Join the GF Growth Membership to follow a proven framework with monthly support, and accountability to create your sustainable and delicious GF lifestyle. Join the Membership here: https://bit.ly/GFMember
 
*** Shop Thrive Market - Give then a try!  Go here  http://thrv.me/B1o9UQ  for 40% off your first order plus extra bonuses! (As an affiliate, I do get Thrive cash when you become a member -thank you.) 
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need:  https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Need further help: Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
 
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten
 

E97 The Simple Step-by-Step Formula for Starting a Gluten-Free Life

Know you need to go gluten-free, but just not sure how to start?
 
You’re told you need to start living gluten-free, and immediately that first surge of overwhelm kicks in! You tell yourself, “There’s nothing left to eat!”, “I cannot do this!”, or “How do I start?” - all stopping you in your tracks.
 
This is exactly why I created the MARCKS Method, my simple, step-by-step formula designed to help you start and sustain a gluten-free life with confidence, clarity, and joy.
 
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or still trying to understand your gluten-free lifestyle, this episode shares actionable strategies to make gluten-free living simple, delicious, and stress-free.
 
The MARCKS Method isn’t about perfection—it’s about creating a gluten-free lifestyle that actually works for you. 
 
If you are ready to put the MARCKS Method into place, I’d love to invite you to join us inside the Gluten-Free Growth Membership. It’s where I guide you through each step of this method, so you can stop guessing and feel confident in your gluten-free journey.
 
We all deserve to have a GF lifestyle that works. Once you know you need to be gluten-free, that's when you start.
 
Also shared in the episode: 
Episode #11 - The Truth about Gluten: Can I have a little gluten?
Episode #74 - Moving Through the Emotions of Going Gluten-Free
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
**Join the GF Growth Membership to follow a proven framework with monthly support, and accountability to create your sustainable and delicious GF lifestyle. Join the Membership here: https://bit.ly/GFMember
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need:  https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Need further help: Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
 
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten
 

E96 Building Your Gluten-Free Life Series Part 5: Habits and Systems That Keep You GF Safe All Day

Most women think being gluten-free is about food.
 
But you and I both know… it’s so much more than that.
 
Being gluten-free isn’t a diet you try.  It’s a lifestyle you build.
 
If you’ve ever felt:
Confident at home but anxious about leaving the house
Overwhelmed at restaurants
Stressed before appointments
Nervous about school or work situations
Exhausted planning vacations
Or just tired of having to “figure it out” every single day
This week’s podcast episode is for you.
 
I am wrapping up our Building Your Gluten-Free Life One Habit at a Time series, and we’re putting it all together.
 
Because true gluten-free confidence comes from having systems that protect you ALL day — not just at mealtime.
 
When you build habits and systems, you stop living in reaction mode.
 
You start living on purpose with clarity, confidence, energy, and freedom.
 
And that’s when gluten-free becomes sustainable.
 
If you’re tired of piecing this together alone…
 
If you want gluten-free to feel normal instead of stressful, and have a sustainable, delicious gluten-free life that actually works…
 
The Gluten-Free Membership is now reopened!
 
I’m so excited to share that we’ve added incredible new features designed to support you in building these habits step-by-step.
 
Inside, you get: ✔ Systems ✔ Support ✔ Structure ✔ Accountability
✔ Delicious recipes and cooking classes
✔ And women walking this road with you
 
You deserve to feel safe, confident, and enjoy your life again.
 
👉 Join the GF Growth Membership right here
 
Let’s build your gluten-free life — together.
 
Also mentioned in the episode: 
Eating away from home: Episode 68, Episode 69
School success: Episode 75, Episode 77
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
**Join the GF Growth Membership to follow a proven framework with monthly support and accountability to create your sustainable and delicious GF lifestyle. Join the Membership here: https://bit.ly/GFMember
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need:  https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Need further help: Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
 
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
 
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten
 

E95 Building Your Gluten-Free Life Series Part 4: GF Cooking Habits That Support Your Daily Life

Cooking gluten-free doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.
 
When you build the right habits, cooking becomes one of the most empowering parts of your gluten-free life.
 
In today’s Saying Goodbye to Gluten Podcast episode, we’re continuing our Building Your Gluten-Free Life One Habit At A Time Series, focusing on daily cooking habits.
 
When you cook, you are in charge.
 
These cooking habits help you:
✔ Stay safe ✔ Feel confident ✔ Reduce food anxiety ✔ Put nourishing, delicious gluten-free meals on the table ✔ Take control of your health
 
Whether you love being in the kitchen or avoid it at all costs, this episode will show you that cooking gluten-free is not about perfection — it’s about preparation and small, consistent habits.
 
And the best part?
 
These habits build on everything we’ve already covered in this series.
Listen in today and see that we’re building this GF life together — one habit at a time. 
 
Also mentioned in this episode:
Episode #71 - Batch Cooking Magic: The Gluten-Free Time-Saving Strategy You Didn’t Know You Needed
 
Blog Post: Great Cookbooks for Gluten-Free Inspiration  https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/gluten-free-cookbooks/
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
***The Gluten-Free Secrets Challenge is back - LIVE, starting March 2nd! Discover the 4 MUST-KNOW Secrets about living gluten-free so that you can start to finally take control of your health, rebuild your energy, and confidently create a lifestyle that works for YOU (and your family).  Join the Challenge right here: https://bit.ly/GFSecretsChallengeLive
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need:  https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Need further help: Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten

E94 Building Your Gluten-Free Life Series Part 3: GF Shopping Habits That Support Your Health

Trying to live gluten-free without the right food on hand can actually be setting yourself up to fail.
 
So often, when a client tells me they had a hard time eating, or had nothing to eat . . . it really came down to them not making time to gather what they needed to create a safe, gluten-free meal or snack.
 
This is why we need to create a gluten-free shopping system, or create a shopping habit that works to keep us fed safely all day long.
 
Because . . . 
👉 If you can’t find what you need, you can’t eat what you need.
👉 And when your pantry and fridge aren’t stocked with safe gluten-free options, meals and snacks become stressful, reactive, or nonexistent.
 
Today’s episode continues our series, Building Your Gluten-Free Life One Habit At A Time. 
 
This episode is all about building simple, sustainable gluten-free shopping habits that support your health, your energy, and your confidence in daily life.
 
We are going to explore 5 gluten-free shopping habits to help create your sustainable GF lifestyle, and how these small, intentional shopping habits create big, long-term rewards.
Reflections to Consider to help you move forward:
What gluten-free shopping habits do you already have in place?
Are you shopping consistently—or only when you’re out of food?
Does your current system support your health, or add stress?
Where do small tweaks make the biggest difference right now?
✨ Remember: this episode focuses on habits and systems, not the specifics of where or how to shop. Next month, we’ll go deeper into the details, but today is about building the foundation.
Ready for more?
If you’re tired of winging it and ready to create a gluten-free life that actually works for you, your next best step is the GF Secrets Challenge, your free 5-day roadmap to finally take control of your health, rebuild your energy, and confidently create a lifestyle that works for YOU (and your family).
Inside the challenge, you’ll uncover the 4 key secrets that most women miss — but absolutely need — to stop the guesswork and start feeling better, faster.
 
🎧 Listen in, reflect, and start building your gluten-free life—one habit at a time.
 
Also mentioned in this episode:
Episode 67   
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
***The Gluten-Free Secrets Challenge is back - LIVE, starting March 2nd! Discover the 4 MUST-KNOW Secrets about living gluten-free so that you can finally take control of your health, rebuild your energy, and confidently create a lifestyle that works for YOU (and your family).  Join the Challenge right here: https://bit.ly/GFSecretsChallengeLive
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need:  https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
 
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten
 

E93 Building Your Gluten Free Life Series Part 2: Small Eating Habits That Support Healing, Energy and Confidence

Does your gluten-free life support your health, energy, and your day?
 
Living gluten-free isn’t just about avoiding gluten — it’s about building habits that help you feel energized, supported, and confident in your daily life.
 
In Part 2 of the Building Your Gluten-Free Life, One Habit at a Time Series, we’re diving into the power of small eating habits and how the way you build your plate can shift everything — your mindset, your energy, and your confidence.
 
If you are stuck in a deprivation mindset, tired of overthinking every food choice, are ready for more energy, better digestion, and confidence around food, and crave simple systems that actually work in real life, then hit PLAY and listen to this episode!
As you build your plate with intention, you begin to see how many options you truly have. 
 
Food stops feeling restrictive, energy starts returning, and confidence grows — not because you’re doing more, but because you’re doing things differently.
 
These habits don’t live in isolation — they work together as part of a system.
 
When you shift your mindset, you say goodbye to deprivation.
When you expand your options, you say hello to new food options, recipes, and safe restaurants.
When you build a balanced plate, you create satisfying and delicious meals.
When you focus on addition instead of deprivation,  you say hello to healthy options.
You create clarity, safety, and confidence — the foundation of a sustainable gluten-free life.
 
If this episode resonated and you’re ready to put these habits into action, I’d love to invite you to continue the conversation with me inside the GF Secrets Challenge right here: https://bit.ly/GFSecretsChallengeLive
 
Check out these other episodes that also relate to building your GF plate:
Episode 4: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e4-saying-goodbye-to-gluten-now-whats-left-to-eat/id1774748379?i=1000674846503
Episode 19: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e19-the-importance-of-changing-your-plate-to-change/id1774748379?i=1000680956172
Episode 37: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e37-reading-labels-for-your-gluten-free-health/id1774748379?i=1000697617962
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
***The Gluten-Free Secrets Challenge is back - LIVE, starting March 2nd! Join to discover the 4 MUST-KNOW Secrets about living gluten-free so that you can start building your gluten-free life with guidance, structure, and community to regain your energy, stamina, and health. Join the Challenge right here: https://bit.ly/GFSecretsChallengeLive
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need:  https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Need further help: Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
 
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten

E92 Five-Part Series: Building Your Gluten-Free Life, One Habit At A Time

Living gluten-free for your health can feel overwhelming, as every decision matters… all day long.
 
But a gluten-free life isn’t built by doing everything at once.
 
It’s built through small, daily habits that work together to keep you safe, healthy, and confident.
 
So, what habits do you have in place to keep your gluten-free life on track?
 
You are in luck! Today, we start on our 5-Part podcast series where I’ll show you how simple habits can completely change how you feel.
 
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need a place to start.
 
Join me to build your gluten-free life — one habit at a time.
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
***The Gluten-Free Secrets Challenge is coming back - LIVE! Join to discover the 4 MUST-KNOW Secrets about living gluten-free and steps to take now to regain your energy, stamina, and health. Join the Challenge right here: https://bit.ly/GFSecretsChallengeLive
 
**Grab the GF Starter Guide to discover the 5 most important steps to successfully implement a gluten-free life that works for you. Grab your copy now and start creating the GF life you need: https://bit.ly/podGFGuide
 
**Need further help: Set up a FREE 15-minute GF Growth Strategy Call to learn your best steps to move forward in your GF health. Choose a date here for a free chat: https://bit.ly/here2schedule
 
Check out our website for more inspiration, resources, and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
 
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten
 

E91 Gluten-Free at The Holidays: The Real Emotional Toll and How to Reignite the Joy

How do you feel about being gluten-free at the holidays?
 
There’s a good chance the holidays feel… complicated.
 
Maybe you love the season — the lights, the music, the traditions — but there’s also this quiet, heavy layer underneath it all.
 
When you’re gluten-free, the holidays aren’t just about celebration.
 
They’re about strategy, caution, and constantly scanning the room and wondering, ‘Is that safe for me?’  And that can get exhausting, right?
 
Maybe you’re grieving traditions you used to love — the family recipe you can’t have anymore, the special holiday treats you grew up with, or the ease of just showing up and eating what everyone else is eating.
 
Or, maybe you’ve already started worrying about how you’ll explain why you brought your own food again or whether someone will roll their eyes when you ask what’s in the gravy.
 
If this feels familiar, you need to know something . . .
 
You’re not dramatic. You’re not difficult. And this isn’t uncommon!
 
There is an emotional load that comes with being gluten-free — especially during the holidays — and most people don’t see it. But you feel it in your body, your mind, and your heart. I KNOW because I sure did - and sometimes still do!
 
Today, we’re going to talk about the emotions you may be experiencing and how you can lighten up — without apologizing for your needs, and without sacrificing joy this season.
 
So take a deep breath. You don’t have to carry all of this by yourself.
 
Let’s talk about it!
 
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
**Join the GF Growth Membership to gain clarity and confidence for the gluten-free life you need. Follow a proven framework with monthly support and accountability to create your sustainable and delicious GF lifestyle. Get on the waitlist for when the membership reopens in the new year: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i6w9o1
 
**Grab the GF Holiday Recipe Guide for the fabulously delicious, safe GF recipes we serve our family and friends every holiday season. Fill your Thanksgiving / Christmas Table with all of your favorites! No more deprivation or missing out for you! Grab the recipes here:  https://bit.ly/PodHolidayRecipes
 
**Check out episode #68, #69 and #87 about trusting food to be GF safe.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              **Get your copy of Jennifer’s book: The Gluten-Free Wellness Journal to start tracking and organizing your GF life for clarity, confidence and health: https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Wellness-Journal-confidence-gluten-free/dp/B0F93PMQS4/
 
Check out our website for more information and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten

E90 Growing Up Gluten-Free: My Daughter’s Celiac Journey from Diagnosis to Thriving at 25

How long have you been gluten-free?
 
Today’s episode is incredibly special to me - and just might change everything for you!
 
My daughter Alex just turned 25, and we’re looking back on her entire gluten-free journey — from her Celiac diagnosis in 3rd grade to the confident, empowered woman she is today. 
 
We talk about the ups and downs, the moments of fear, the victories, the learning curves, and how she refused to let gluten-free living limit her life. 
 
Whether you’re living gluten-free yourself or raising a gluten-free child, I hope Alex’s story gives you encouragement, clarity, and hope for what’s possible.
 
If you’ve ever wondered whether your gluten-free child will be okay…
 
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the planning, anxiety, and constant vigilance…
 
If you’ve ever feared this lifestyle might limit YOU or your child…
 
You need this episode. Let’s go!
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
**Join the GF Growth Membership to gain clarity and confidence for the gluten-free life you need. Follow a proven framework with monthly support and accountability to create your sustainable and delicious GF lifestyle. Get on the waitlist for when the membership reopens in the new year: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i6w9o1
 
**Get your copy of Jennifer’s book: The Gluten-Free Wellness Journal to start tracking and organizing your GF life for clarity, confidence and health: https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Wellness-Journal-confidence-gluten-free/dp/B0F93PMQS4/
 
**Grab the GF Holiday Recipe Guide for the fabulously delicious, safe GF recipes we serve our family and friends every holiday season. Fill your Thanksgiving / Christmas Table with all of your favorites! No more deprivation or missing out for you! Grab the recipes here:  https://bit.ly/PodHolidayRecipes
 
Check out our website for more information and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten

E89 How to Gift Your Gluten-Free Friend: Safe Gift Ideas for Holidays, Birthdays & Beyond

Psst . . . hey Gluten-free friend - this is an episode to SHARE with your family and friends!
 
Buying gifts for someone who lives gluten-free can feel confusing — especially when so many gifts can include hidden gluten. From baked goods to beauty products, gluten can sneak into places most people would never expect! 
 
In this episode, Jennifer shares how to confidently choose safe, thoughtful, and useful gifts for your gluten-free friend or family member.
 
You’ll learn what types of gifts to avoid (and why), where gluten hides in common products, and Jennifer’s top gluten-free gift ideas that every GF person will appreciate — especially those who are just starting their gluten-free journey. Whether it’s the holidays, a birthday, or just because, this episode will help you give with confidence and care.
 
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why gifting food isn’t always the best choice for gluten-free friends
Hidden gluten sources in lotions, skincare, and craft supplies
Kitchen gift ideas every gluten-free home needs to stay safe
Safe gluten-free gift ideas that support your friend’s GF lifestyle
Continue to grow your gluten-free lifestyle:
**Get your copy of Jennifer’s book: The Gluten-Free Wellness Journal to start tracking and organizing your GF life for clarity, confidence and health: https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Wellness-Journal-confidence-gluten-free/dp/B0F93PMQS4/
 
**Grab the GF Holiday Recipe Guide for the fabulously delicious, safe GF recipes we serve our family and friends every holiday season. Fill your Thanksgiving / Christmas Table with all of your favorites! No more deprivation or missing out for you! Grab the recipes here:  https://bit.ly/PodHolidayRecipes
 
Check out our website for more information and amazing recipes: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/
 
Join the Free FB Community: Saying Goodbye to Gluten