I’ve written about the importance of clinical trials in celiac disease research before. Clinical trials are absolutely necessary for the future of celiac disease research and the future of pharmaceutical developments. Several pharmaceutical companies are in late-stage clinical trials that are in need of people with celiac disease to participate. We all need your help. Please see if you’re eligible for any of the following clinical trials near you! Solutions for Celiac The Solutions for Celiac is sponsored by ImmunogenX. It’s a study medication is designed to reduce symptoms of accidental glute ..read more

There are so many gluten free Black Friday deals! I’ve combed the internet to find the best Black Friday deals for 2021. I’ll be updating this blog post regularly, and some of these deals go all month long – so keep checking back! Remember, this is part of how I fund running my blog – through affiliate and link earnings. This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. ButcherBox FREE STEAKS FOR A YEAR! ButcherBox just launched their Black Friday SALE offering two 10 oz. 100% grass-fed NY Strip Steaks for free in every box for a ye ..read more

I’ve had the opportunity to taste a lot of gluten-free beers across the USA. When I was the editor for the largest gluten-free magazine in the country, I found myself on the road a lot. I was always speaking at conventions or on a trade show floor looking for what’s next in gluten free. Thankfully, I found some incredible gluten-free beer along the way. And yes, I have carried an entire suitcase full of gluten-free beer home with me on a plane. While there are several gluten-free beer brands out there, I’ve put together a list of my absolute favorites for you here at Celiac and the Beast. If y ..read more

I recently had endoscopic sinus surgery to relieve symptoms that I’ve been experiencing for a while. I spent so much of my time Googling the surgery (before and after the surgery) looking for answers to questions that I had. If you’re here, you’re probably looking into sinus surgery too! Why Did I Get Sinus Surgery? For about a year now I was getting sinus migraines, sinus pressure, pain and congestion I couldn’t relieve. I went to several board-certified allergists and they found nothing through multiple IgE and skin prick tests. They thought it could be nasal-specific non-allergic rhinitis ..read more

Valentine’s Day is coming up soon! If you’re not one for teddy bears, a bottle of wine and stale chocolates in a heart-shaped box, perhaps there are other options for your sweetheart this holiday. Check out the 2021 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide (ALL GLUTEN FREE) from Celiac and the Beast! Sips and Treats Made From The Heart! Little GF Chef’s Cookie Dough Hearts kit is adorable for kids AND adults! While I don’t trust (nor expect) non-GFBF to make a allergen-friendly cake from scratch, kid-friendly recipes are easy for us to do together! Use my 10% off affiliate code Celiacandthebeast10! Not You ..read more

COVID-19 has ravaged the United States, along with the world, in 2020. Thankfully, in late 2020 and early 2021, the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines (two of them – Pfizer and Moderna) are finally making its way into our communities. There are probably two questions on your mind – first is it safe – period, and second, is is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for someone with celiac disease? Listen, I’m just a blogger. I’m not a doctor, but thankfully we have enough incredibly smart voices in the medical community that are linked throughout this post. If you don’t trust me (and that’s fine, I mean give me a few g ..read more

I’m pretty lucky to have Whole Foods, Sprouts, Natural Grocers, Kroger (Fry’s), Safeway, and Albertsons in my city. But I know that many of you do not have access to these grocery stores that offer endless gluten-free items for Thanksgiving and regular shopping occasions. Here’s a round-up of my favorite gluten-free Thanksgiving items that you can order online! Gluten-Free Pies and Desserts Why are pies and desserts listed first? Because I think they are the most important part of Thanksgiving and Christmas. When else is dessert so highly celebrated as a communal holiday gathering? Don’t skimp ..read more

If you’re headed to the pacific northwest, don’t discount visiting Seattle! Over the past few years, Seattle has exploded in gluten-free bakeries, breweries, and bars. I’ve compiled a list from my visits of the best gluten-free restaurants in Seattle! However, with COVID-19, many gluten-free bakeries and restaurants have closed across the country. Seattle is no exception. In 2019 and 2020 we saw the close of Niche and Lucky Santo in Seattle. This was a devastating blow to the Pacific Northwest gluten-free scene. However, several strong gluten-free bakeries and restaurants stand strong in 2020 ..read more

I’ve traveled a lot across the USA and, because of my passion for carbs, I’ve tasted a lot of gluten-free bread. Sourdough is a hard thing to find once you go gluten-free. You’ve got to start with a gluten-free sourdough starter and put love, care (and more effort than I have time for) to cultivate the starter that brings this fermented, deliciousness to your bread. But there’s hope – there are lots of delicious sourdough breads out there! I’ve put together a list of my favorite gluten-free sourdough breads and the best gluten-free sourdough available – bonus, it ships for FREE! The Best Glute ..read more

National Donut Day is honestly every day if you’re me. I absolutely love donuts – always have always will. Unfortunately, celiac disease got in my way. A great gluten-free donut is hard to find. But I’ve tried almost all of them. Here are my favorites – the best gluten-free donuts. Best Gluten-Free Donuts Found on Store Shelves For gluten-free donuts in a grocery store, you’ll have to look inside a freezer. That’s right, frozen donuts are what we have available – but that doesn’t mean that they’re bad. Frozen donuts just require a little more prep work, like defrosting in advance, or using the ..read more