E107 Speaking Up Gluten-Free: How to Advocate with Confidence (Part 2)

E107 Speaking Up Gluten-Free: How to Advocate with Confidence (Part 2)

From Saying Goodbye to Gluten / Gluten-Free Living, Celiac Disease, Gluten-Free Support by Jennifer Marcks / Gluten-Free Health Coach

May 19, 2026 · 19 min

About this episode

This episode discusses practical strategies for advocating for gluten-free needs in various social and professional settings.

When starting my gluten-free life, I had a hard time speaking up for what I needed when I was out at restaurants. It was very uncomfortable, worrying I was being “too much” and bothering the waitstaff, especially when out with people I didn’t know well. How do you feel about speaking up for your gluten-free needs? Does it make you feel uncomfortable? It is understandable to worry about being judged or inconveniencing anyone. But, I want you to know that advocating for yourself is a very important skill you can and need to build in your gluten-free life. Last week on the podcast, I shared why it may be hard to speak up and what happens when we do advocate for our GF needs. (link below) This week, we are continuing the conversation and diving into practical ways to speak up with confidence in everyday situations. Living gluten-free isn’t about being demanding. It’s about protecting your health and creating a life where you can truly thrive. I’m sharing real-life examples and practical strategies for advocating in restaurants, social settings, workplaces, and schools, while also helping your children learn to advocate for themselves as they grow. This episode will help you stop…

People in this episode

Host: Jennifer Marcks

Topics covered

  • gluten-free advocacy
  • self-advocacy
  • restaurant dining
  • social events
  • workplace accommodations
  • children's advocacy

Keywords

  • gluten-free
  • advocacy
  • restaurants
  • social settings
  • workplace
  • children
  • health

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