I want to talk about a topic that is incredibly important yet too often is not taken seriously enough in group spaces. I work in the wellness industry, and despite there being many places within this space that offer gluten-free options, there are many that do not fully understand coeliac disease and the specific steps that need to be taken to truly label a meal “gluten-free”. This article is essential reading for anyone who runs retreats, or workshops/ yoga teacher trainings that involve communal meals.

An estimated 64% of people with coeliac disease in the UK are still undiagnosed. I was one of them. For years, I was told my symptoms were “just anxiety.” This piece explores the real, preventable harm of delayed diagnosis and why early screening must become a national priority.