Travel Gluten Free Podcast

Season 09 Episode 25

Trials and Triumphs: Living as a Gluten-Free Athlete with Angus The Gluten Free Athlete

Ever wondered how professional athletes manage a gluten-free lifestyle? Step onto the field with Angus, a gluten-free athlete who was diagnosed with Celiac disease just as he was stepping into the limelight of athletic recruitment. Hear his tale, a mixture of victories and fumbles, as he grappled with cross-contamination, fatigue, and the challenge of maintaining a gluten-free diet on the road. With a lack of information available, Angus carved his path, keeping his eyes on the prize and his mouth free of gluten.

Angus the Gluten Free Athlete

Travel with us as Angus unravels his journey around the globe while maintaining a gluten-free lifestyle. From the soothing vineyards of Italy to the bustling streets of Portland, Oregon, Angus shares how he navigated unfamiliar locales, scanning menus, and food labels. Despite the occasional hurdles, like being served pasta instead of the gluten-free meal he ordered, Angus persevered, learning the importance of understanding food preparation and the harrowing consequences of mislabeled food.

Hungry for more? Angus and I share a feast of our favorite gluten-free indulgences, from restaurant meals to homemade dishes, including a tantalizing Venezuelan-style paella. We also touch upon the importance of community in our gluten-free journey, introducing you to the Gluten Free Athlete’s Facebook group, a hub of support and advice for those balancing an active lifestyle with a gluten-free diet. Or find out morea about Angus on his Instagram page. Dive deeper into the world of gluten free advice and athleticism with Angus’s survival guide! So, pull up a chair and join us for this vibrant, inspiring conversation that brings to light the triumphs and trials of being an athlete on a gluten-free diet.

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