Ali Walsh on Coeliac Diagnosis, Mental Health & Life On A Rice Cake

A Gluten Free Podcast Episode 39On today’s episode of A Gluten Free Podcast, I’m joined by Ali Walsh, creator of Life On A Rice Cake. Ali shares her powerful story of being misdiagnosed for years, finally receiving a coeliac disease diagnosis, and how undiagnosed coeliac affected her mental health. We also explore how she now uses her experiences to support the gluten free community through her business and advocacy work.Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living gluten free for a while, Ali’s story offers insight, honesty, and encouragement.🎧 What We Cover in This EpisodeYears of misdiagnoses and ongoing symptomsReceiving an eventual coeliac disease diagnosisThe mental health toll of undiagnosed coeliac diseaseStarting Life On A Rice Cake and what it’s all aboutAli’s vision and future plans to empower the coeliac community👩‍💻 About Life On A Rice CakeLife On A Rice Cake is a platform created by Ali Walsh to support and uplift those with coeliac disease and gluten intolerance. Through content, community, and connection, Ali offers relatable support for those adjusting to the gluten free lifestyle, with a focus on mental wellbeing and honest storytelling.Follow Ali’s journey and resources via her website and Instagram below.🔗 Links & ResourcesLife On A Rice Cake WebsiteFollow Life On A Rice Cake on Instagram🧠 Mental Health SupportIf you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or support service. Australia: Lifeline | Beyond Blue UK: Samaritans | Mind📲 Get In TouchHave thoughts on today’s episode? Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram: @a.gffamily 📧 Email: [email protected] can also read my column Gluten Free Dad in The Australian Coeliac magazine, released quarterly for Coeliac Australia members.⚠️ DisclaimerThe views shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any medical or dietary decisions.Head to happytummies.com.au & use our code GFCHRISTMAS to save 20% off Free From Family Co everyday range! Valid from 8th Nov - 25th December, 2025.  Up to 25% discounts on Bask & Co products site-wide and with NO discount codes required! FREE shipping on orders over $99. Only while stocks last! Shop here🥣 Celiac Cruise - a 100% gluten free vacation cruise is setting sail on two Australian cruises in 2026: one to the South Pacific and the other to New Zealand. There'll of course be awesome 100% gluten free food onboard, heaps of fun stuff to do, educational talks and a community of people who understand each other. Buy your tickets here & see ya onboard gluten free fam! 

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