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Back to EpisodesAli Walsh on Coeliac Diagnosis, Mental Health & Life On A Rice Cake
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A Gluten Free Podcast
Episode 39
On today’s episode of A Gluten Free Podcast, I’m joined by Ali Walsh, creator of Life On A Rice Cake. Ali shares her powerful story of being misdiagnosed for years, finally receiving a coeliac disease diagnosis, and how undiagnosed coeliac affected her mental health. We also explore how she now uses her experiences to support the gluten free community through her business and advocacy work.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living gluten free for a while, Ali’s story offers insight, honesty, and encouragement.
🎧 What We Cover in This Episode
- Years of misdiagnoses and ongoing symptoms
- Receiving an eventual coeliac disease diagnosis
- The mental health toll of undiagnosed coeliac disease
- Starting Life On A Rice Cake and what it’s all about
- Ali’s vision and future plans to empower the coeliac community
👩💻 About Life On A Rice Cake
Life On A Rice Cake is a platform created by Ali Walsh to support and uplift those with coeliac disease and gluten intolerance. Through content, community, and connection, Ali offers relatable support for those adjusting to the gluten free lifestyle, with a focus on mental wellbeing and honest storytelling.
Follow Ali’s journey and resources via her website and Instagram below.
🔗 Links & Resources
🧠 Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or support service.
Australia: Lifeline | Beyond Blue
UK: Samaritans | Mind
📲 Get In Touch
Have thoughts on today’s episode? Let’s connect:
📸 Instagram: @a.gffamily
📧 Email: aglutenfreefamily@gmail.com
You can also read my column Gluten Free Dad in The Australian Coeliac magazine, released quarterly for Coeliac Australia members.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The views shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any medical or dietary decisions.