When it comes to traveling as a gluten-free person, Spain is a dream destination — second only to Italy in my book. During my two-week trip, I was amazed by how seamless and stress-free eating gluten-free was. Restaurants, bakeries, cafes, and grocery stores were full of safe options, and more importantly, there was a more general understanding of celiac disease. Unlike many places in the U.S., where explaining cross-contamination feels like a daily chore, every Spanish restaurant staff we talked to was informed. When I checked about cross contamination with one waiter, he looked at me confused and said, “Of course, it wouldn’t be gluten-free if it was prepared together.” In…
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Ultimate Spain Travel Guide: Tips, Destinations, and More
Spain is a country that invites you to savor every moment, offering something for every kind of traveler. From its stunning beaches and breathtaking architecture to its deep history and vibrant culture, Spain is a feast for the senses. Art lovers can explore world-class museums and picturesque streets filled with architectural marvels, while foodies can indulge in tapas, wine, and leisurely meals that reflect Spain’s slower pace of life. Life here flows with a rhythm all its own—siestas and late-night dinners are part of the charm, with shops and eateries often closing in the afternoon, giving you the perfect opportunity to relax and embrace the Spanish way of life. Whether…
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Ultimate Guide To Managing Acid Reflux
Managing acid reflux can feel overwhelming, but with the right knowledge, you can significantly reduce symptoms and find relief. This ultimate guide covers everything you need to know: the causes and symptoms of acid reflux, foods that help calm it, meal ideas for home, strategies for eating out, and practical tips for symptom management. You’ll also find effective home remedies and lifestyle adjustments, plus access to a specialized meal plan designed to alleviate discomfort and help you enjoy food confidently. What is Acid Reflux Acid reflux is a digestive problem that can be occasional or chronic. It happens when food hits your stomach and acids and enzymes start to break it…
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Tutorial – Digital Recipe Book
I made this digital recipe book for myself because I was overwhelmed and frustrated with organizing my recipes. I felt like my favorite recipes were saved all over, from TikTok to Pinterest to Google Drive. I also wanted a way to quickly find recipes that met all my dietary needs (the celiac girlies get it). I just felt like I was collecting these recipes I wanted to try and then they were getting stuck in the black hole of my saves. So I created a google sheets recipe book that allows me to save all my favorite recipes (I only save recipes I’ve tried and loved to keep it clean),…
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AIP DIET SERIES – Week 12+ – Reintroduction Phase
<< Back to Week 11 Update We’ve hit the 80 day mark! 80 days is typically my magic number for recovery. For me it takes about 80 days to see the affects of any major changes, medication, or to recover from a flare. And wouldn’t you know it, on day 79 I woke up and my bloating was dramatically reduced! It’s starting to react the way I was hoping it would on AIP – so I’m hoping that means I’m doing something right. I reintroduced collagen this week and the next morning my stomach was visibly much flatter. Now we just have to see if I can maintain it to…
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AIP DIET SERIES – Week 11 Overview – Reintroduction Phase
<< Back to Week 10 Update This week was largely a recovery week. I needed to recover from my work trip and luckily it was a holiday weekend so I was able to just relax. I did however reintroduce rice again and had a pretty poor reaction. This caused me to pause to check in with myself. I’m starting to get a little worried that my underlying issue could be my candida coming back. I’ve booked a check in appointment with my doctor just to touch base and see if she recommends any adjustments. I did decide to take a small break from onion and garlic just because those could…
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AIP DIET SERIES – FULL AIP MEAL PLAN
I’ve been on the AIP DIET for the past few months to help reduce some chronic inflammation. These are all the recipes I followed and loved during the elimination phase! Not only were this recipes delicious and so fun to try out during AIP, but many of them have become staples that I’ll incorporate into my routine for some good anti inflammatory meals. I’ll also revert back to these recipes whenever my symptoms flare or I get glutened as a recovery strategy. I’m a fan of simple meals, so not all of these recipes are detailed – some are just simple instructions and you can customize as you see fit.…
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AIP DIET SERIES – Week 10 Overview – Reintroduction Phase
<< Back to Week 9 Update This was the week of the dreaded work trip, and spoiler – it didn’t go great. As the trip approached I got more and more stressed about my food options. I initially had a plan to stay with AIP. However the complexity of high histamine threw that off course. After a couple of mental breakdowns I decide the best thing for me was to just make nut butter sandwiches, get some coconut yogurt for breakfast, and just do my best. I introduced almonds last week with a poor reaction but I decided that if I supplemented with my meals that I could pull through…
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AIP DIET SERIES – Week 9 Overview – Reintroduction Phase
<< Back to Week 8 Update I started reintroducing foods last week (head back to week 8 to read what my process looks like) and have continued this week. I decided to reintroduce foods in a slightly different order so I can focus on low histamine foods. I’m starting to wonder if my histamine issue has more to do with my low stomach acid than the food itself. I’ve known that I have issues with low stomach acid for awhile – but like with most of my symptoms when I start to feel better I forget all about the causes, and then when the symptoms fluctuate I start from square…
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AIP DIET SERIES – Week 8 Overview – Reintroduction Phase
<< Back to Week 7 Update Last week I had a histamine reaction right before we headed to the lake for a long weekend. I was disappointed and a little stressed because I had decided to make meals ahead of time, freeze them, and reheat them at the lake. That process it’s ideal for histamine so I thought for sure I would feel like crap at the lake. But I started taking my DAO supplement and digestive bitters with meals again and that honestly made an incredible difference! I bounced back quickly and was feeling better than ever. Which really solidified to me that maybe my main issue is just…