A Canadian Celiac Podcast Sue Jennett: gluten free baker and podcaster

It’s the beginning of October and my opportunity to speak with Ellen Bayens of theceliacscene.com to chat about the articles she has brought to our attention over the past month.
Ellen published an article about the delay in reading celiac diagnostic blood tests for children in Montreal. This was truly concerning. The family highlighted had introduced gluten back into their daughter’s diet as a gluten challenge prior to testing. When the tests were not processed and had to be disposed of to be re-done, the family was understandably angry. This situation, which is now being dealt with effected almost 3,000 blood tests for children. This gave Ellen and I lots to talk about.
On a different note, there is a shift evolving to have celiac disease in adults diagnosed from blood tests which show a multiple times above normal reading. This was begun a couple of years ago for children after a study showed it could reduce the number of children having to undergo a biopsy, but recently, it’s being shown that blood tests for adults with “extreme” results, can be used in a similar way. Hopefully this will lead to more simple protocols for diagnosis in the future.  
Ellen brings us a question to, and answer from, an advice columnist when asked about a friend who seems obsessively talking about her gluten issues. Are we being boring? How should we deal with friends and family who find our conversations limited and very narrow? As well, what strategies should we use when a friend or family member seems to only talk about their health issues? Lots of food for thought here.
Here are links to the articles Ellen brought to us in September -
Blood Test Backlog Wreaking Havoc with Timely Celiac Disease Diagnosis
No-Biopsy Approach to Celiac Disease Diagnosis in Adults Gaining Momentum
Have You Bored – or Been Bored by – a Person with Celiac Disease?
Podcast - Celiac Canada Lobbies Ottawa
Podcast - What Goes into Organizing a Gluten-Free Trade Show
Podcast - Interviews Gluten Free Fest Celebrities


Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com
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 – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com
Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com

For this episode, I’m taking my podcast on the road. Specifically, to Gluten Free Fest in Kitchener Waterloo, which is northwest of Toronto. I was able to speak with different people and have them answer some of the popular questions surrounding celiac disease and the gluten free diet.
Here’s a few links from my conversations –
Robyn from Robyn’s Gluten-free Baking Courses - https://www.glutenfreebakingcourses.com/
Jenn from the new magazine called “Belly”. You can subscribe online at https://www.dietaryinstitute.com/belly-magazine
Ashley on Instagram @ celiacandthe6ix
Miski Brewing Company - https://miskibrewing.com/
Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com
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 – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com
Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com

On this episode I speak with Melissa Secord, Executive Director of Celiac Canada. She fills me in on an amazing breakfast Celiac Canada hosted on Parliament Hill. Melissa chats with me and refers me to Roberta Kramchynsky, a volunteer with the CCA who has had experience advocating with members of Parliament. Both Roberta and Melissa explain to me that now a Celiac Caucus has been formed with members of Parliament from different parties. The Caucus will help Celiac Canada have its interests taken into account in upcoming legislation, as well as help put forward ideas that may help the celiac population. Tax reform and fortification of gluten free foods are just a couple of concerns that Celiac Canada is looking forward to bringing to the Caucus for consideration. You can stay up to date on all the current activities of Celiac Canada by signing up for their very informative newsletter at celiac.ca.
Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com
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 – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com
Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com

When I was at the 50th Anniversary of Celiac Canada in Kitchener Waterloo, Ontario earlier this year, I met Sara and Liz, the organizers of Gluten Free Fest, happening September 17th. I will be at the event in Kitchener Waterloo which features lots of different vendors and a food truck (boat?). Families are encouraged to attend. As well I’d love you to stop by and chat with me. I’ll be there with my recording equipment and truly enjoy chatting to listeners, and those who might not have found the podcast yet. Here’s the link for tickets and more information –
https://www.glutenfreefest.ca/home-1
Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com
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 – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com
Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com

It’s the beginning of September and my opportunity to speak with Ellen Bayens of theceliacscene.com to chat about the articles she has brought to our attention over the past month.
On this episode Ellen and I speak about a few recent studies looking at the prevalence of autoimmune conditions, persistent villous atrophy, and how gluten actually triggers injury in the intestines. As well Ellen and I talk about an article aimed at physicians to help them support their celiac patients. We also discuss Meal Kits and how they might fit into your gluten free diet. Ellen has included a couple of links to some interesting recipes and I talk about my popular and easy and customizable granola recipe https://www.suesglutenfreebaking.com/oatmeal
 
NEWS FROM THE CELIAC SCENE
• Autoimmune Diseases Continuing to Increase
• Wise Words: How Physicians Can Support Patients Living with Gluten Sensitivity
• Persistent Villous Atrophy Heightens Risk for Complications in Celiac Disease
• Food for Thought! Why the Meal Kit Market Continues to Grow
• Celiac Study Examines Exactly How Gluten Triggers Injury to the Intestines
Country Grocer Honours The Celiac Scene
GLUTEN FREE RECIPES 
• Gluten-Free Potato Chip ‘Krispie’ Treats by The Salty Cooker This one is insane! 
• 4 Iconic Gluten-Free Oat Recipes


Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com
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 – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com
Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com

It’s the beginning of August and my opportunity to speak with Ellen Bayens of theceliacscene.com to chat about the articles she has brought to our attention over the past month.
I was happy to let Ellen step up on her soapbox to talk about how unsafe gluten free food is when it’s prepared within a gluten bakery. This seems to be happening more often lately, even though we recognize that the food certainly doesn’t meet our normal standards for gluten free. Consumers are driving this trend, so it would seem it’s something we can change.
We also spoke about the value of Registered Dieticians who specialize in celiac disease. The name Selena DeVries came up as someone who understands our struggles first-hand and is there to help.
Ellen mentioned a few of my recent podcasts including 5 Tips for Cruising Gluten Free, my conversation with Miski Brewing about their quinoa-based beer, and on my other podcast, my co-host Aaron’s struggles with EOE – a condition that is more common in the celiac community.
NEWS FROM THE CELIAC SCENE
• Celiac & Gluten-Free Shoppers - Let's Put a Stop to This! Controversial!
• Registered Dietitians are Key to Celiac Disease Management
• 5 Tips for Top Notch Cruising by Sue Jennett 
• Selena De Vries, The Celiac Dietitian Launches New Website
• Fast! Fun! Informative! News Round Up on 'A Canadian Celiac Podcast'
• Miski Gluten-Free Brewing Launches Quinoa Beer
• Bouncing Back from Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Sue’s Websites and Social Media –
Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com
Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com
Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com
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 – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com
Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In –