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In this episode, you're going to learn how Irene discovered her celiac diagnosis and the symptoms she experienced, what going gluten-free did for her health and her family, how gluten affects more than just digestion, the challenges of maintaining a gluten-free lifestyle with kids, and how she started a business to help others enjoy gluten-free food.



Irene Ortiz-Colella is a mom and entrepreneur. In 2016, she and her family decided to move to a farm to embrace a healthier lifestyle. After her celiac disease diagnosis and given her holistic background, understanding the impact of food on health, she felt compelled to assist others in leading healthier lives. Discovering that her youngest daughter also has gluten sensitivity further motivated her to develop more delightful gluten-free products for her enjoyment. This was the inspiration and motivation for her company Three Farm Girls.

Timestamps:

[03:00] Irene shares her journey to discovering celiac

[05:25] Initial symptoms and misdiagnoses

[08:10] How gut health impacts overall health

[10:05] Explaining leaky gut and its role in autoimmunity

[12:13] Cross-contamination risks in gluten-free households

[15:37] Irene’s daughter’s symptoms and going gluten-free

[19:03] Misconceptions about gluten-free diets

[20:56] Turning celiac challenges into a business

[23:02] Developing gluten-free pierogies and ravioli

[27:07] The emotional impact of food and family traditions

[30:08] Advice for managing autoimmune diets

[34:40] Meal prep tips for busy families

[36:04] Teaching kids to cook gluten-free meals

[39:14] Reducing inflammation by removing gluten

[42:16] Viewing celiac as a blessing rather than a curse

[45:54] Importance of clean eating and sourcing ingredients

[47:36] How Irene’s family business operates

[49:41] Irene’s tips for maintaining a gluten-free lifestyle

Discover unique homemade delights, gluten-free products and food recipes on the Three Farm Girl’s Website and Instagram.

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