Episode Details
Back to EpisodesGluten Free Mail | "I’m like what the actual F$&#!?”: Stephen’s Worrying Symptoms including Losing 10 kgs, Battle for a Coeliac Disease Diagnosis & Witnessing the lack of Awareness around the Gluten Free Diet
Description
A Gluten Free Podcast
Episode 103
On today's episode of Gluten Free Mail I'll read an email sent to me by a listener of the show who shares his struggle to obtain a coeliac disease diagnosis, experiencing mixed messaging from medical professionals and realising the lack of awareness around the gluten free diet.
What I'll cover:
* Initial email explaining why Stephen is sharing his story
* The symptoms Stephen experienced
* The long & confusing process of a coeliac disease diagnosis
* Transitioning to the gluten free diet
* How much awareness is still needed for coeliac disease & the gluten free diet
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Get in touch
You can find me on Instagram @a.gffamily or send an email to aglutenfreefamily@gmail.com
You can also find me writing a regular column for The Australian Coeliac magazine under the title Gluten Free Family released quarterly for Coeliac Australia members.
Disclaimer
The content on this podcast is not a substitution for professional medical advice. It is the opinion and experience of the show host or guests. Please seek professional medical advice from a medically qualified professional before making any decisions about your health or diet.