Carrie Saunders

#66: Should I Eat This? A Gluten-Free Decision Framework

Carrie Saunders

Published on: 09/04/2026

You’re staring at a plate of food… Or maybe a label… Or someone just told you, “Yeah, it should be fine.” And you pause. Because you don’t really know if it’s safe. And now you’re stuck in that moment of… “Do I eat this… or not?” You don’t want to be rude. You don’t want to overthink it. But you also don’t want to get sick. So how do you actually decide? In this episode, I’m going to walk you through a simple gluten-free decision framework you can use in real time— so you don’t feel stuck, second-guessing, or pressured in those moments.

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#65: What to Say When Someone Doesn’t Take Gluten Seriously

Carrie Saunders

Published on: 08/04/2026

Have you ever had someone say something like ‘a little bit won’t hurt you’ or ‘just take the bun off’… and you didn’t know what to say in the moment? You’re not alone. These situations can feel awkward, frustrating, and sometimes even a little isolating. Today I’m going to walk through what to say when someone doesn’t take gluten seriously, how to handle those conversations without being confrontational, and how to set clear boundaries while still maintaining relationships.

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#64: How I Handle Eating at Other People’s Houses

Carrie Saunders

Published on: 26/03/2026

If you’ve ever been invited to someone’s house and immediately thought… what am I going to eat… is this safe… how do I not make this awkward… this episode is for you. Eating gluten-free at other people’s houses can feel stressful, especially in the beginning. Today I’m sharing how I personally handle it now, what I’ve learned along the way, and how you can approach these situations with more confidence and less anxiety.

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#63: The Gluten-Free Staples I Always Keep in My Kitchen

Carrie Saunders

Published on: 19/03/2026

One of the biggest questions I hear from people who are new to gluten-free living is this. What should I actually keep in my kitchen? When you first go gluten-free, it can feel like everything you used to buy is suddenly off limits. But the truth is, once you know your staples, cooking gluten-free becomes much easier. Today I am sharing the gluten-free staples I always keep in my kitchen. These are the ingredients that make quick meals possible and keep our house running smoothly during busy weeks.

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