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Gluten Free Engineer - Making Gluten Free Easy

Gluten Free Engineer - Making Gluten Free Easy

Written by: Carrie Saunders
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Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or frustrated on your gluten-free journey? I felt that way and you’ve come to the right place to feel supported, understood and to find gluten free to be easier.

Hi, I’m Carrie Saunders, host of The Gluten Free Engineer. As someone with celiac disease (or coeliac, depending on where you’re from!), I understand the confusion and overwhelm that come with it. With a husband and three kids also navigating this lifestyle, I’ve learned the hard way how to make gluten-free living easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

Whether you’re new to gluten-free living or a seasoned foodie looking for fresh ideas, this podcast is for you. Each week, we’ll dive into topics like:

  • Avoiding cross-contamination and staying safe
  • Mouthwatering recipes and recipe conversion tips
  • Honest gluten-free product reviews
  • Travel hacks and dining-out strategies
  • Insights from expert guest speakers


Join me every week as we tackle the challenges of celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and gluten-free living head-on—making it simpler, more delicious, and even fun! Don’t miss an episode—subscribe now and start thriving on your gluten-free journey.

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Episodes
  • Things Doctors Don’t Explain After a Celiac Diagnosis
    Apr 30 2026

    Text Carrie!

    You finally get diagnosed with celiac disease.

    And in some ways… it’s a relief.

    You have answers.
    You know what’s been causing your symptoms.

    But then… you leave the appointment.

    And suddenly you’re thinking:

    Wait… what do I actually do now?

    What can I eat?
    How careful do I need to be?
    Why do I still feel off?

    And no one really walked you through it.

    In this episode, I’m going to share the things doctors often don’t explain after a celiac diagnosis— not because they don’t care, but because there’s just so much that doesn’t get covered.

    And by the end, you’ll feel more prepared, more confident, and a lot less alone in this.


    This episode is brought to you by Find Me Gluten Free—your go-to app for discovering safe, gluten-free dining options wherever you go!
    Get your exclusive discount for our listeners at theglutenfreeengineer.com/findmeglutenfree
    Because dinning out gluten-free shouldn’t be a guessing game!

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    15 mins
  • Are “Certified Gluten-Free” Foods Actually Safer?
    Apr 23 2026

    Text Carrie!

    You’re standing in the grocery store… looking at two products.

    One says “gluten-free.”

    The other says “certified gluten-free.”

    And now you’re wondering… is there actually a difference?

    Is one safer than the other? Or is it just marketing?

    Because when you’re gluten-free… especially with celiac… this isn’t just a label.

    It’s a decision.

    So in this episode, we’re going to break this down in a really clear, practical way.

    • What “certified gluten-free” actually means…
    • how it compares to regular gluten-free labeling…
    • and how I personally think about it when I’m deciding what to buy.

    And by the end, you’ll have a much clearer sense of when it matters…
    and when it might not.


    This episode is brought to you by Find Me Gluten Free—your go-to app for discovering safe, gluten-free dining options wherever you go!
    Get your exclusive discount for our listeners at theglutenfreeengineer.com/findmeglutenfree
    Because dinning out gluten-free shouldn’t be a guessing game!

    Support the show

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    9 mins
  • Can Cross Contamination Really Make You Sick?
    Apr 16 2026

    Text Carrie!

    You order something gluten-free.
    Or someone tells you, “Don’t worry, it’s safe.”

    But something feels… off.

    And later, you don’t feel great.

    And now you’re wondering…
    was that actually cross contamination?

    Or am I overthinking this?

    This is one of the most confusing parts of living gluten-free.

    Because the food looks safe…
    the ingredients seem safe…
    but something still goes wrong.

    So today we’re answering a really important question:

    👉 Can cross contamination actually make you sick?

    And by the end of this episode, you’ll understand what’s really happening, what to watch for, and how to think about it without spiraling into fear.


    This episode is brought to you by Find Me Gluten Free—your go-to app for discovering safe, gluten-free dining options wherever you go!
    Get your exclusive discount for our listeners at theglutenfreeengineer.com/findmeglutenfree
    Because dinning out gluten-free shouldn’t be a guessing game!

    Support the show

    Show More Show Less
    15 mins
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