Today on Celiac Diaries, I’m joined by Natasha Badger, a NYC-based tech marketer living with Celiac Disease and Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) — and balancing a gluten- and dairy-free lifestyle in the corporate world.Natasha opens up about her diagnosis journey in college, what it was like getting glutened the day she moved to New York, and how she’s learned to navigate food allergies, work events, and travel while thriving in her career.We talk about:🍽️ What she eats day-to-day as a gluten- and dairy-free professional💼 How to handle corporate events & client dinners with food restrictions💬 Tips for talking to coworkers about celiac✈️ Her gluten-free travel essentials🧠 Why gluten-free brands need to market responsiblyIt’s a grounded, honest conversation about self-advocacy and finding balance while living gluten and dairy free in NYC.Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:42 News of the Week3:13 Gluten Free Fav of the Week5:05 Rapid Fire Questions8:17 Natasha's Diagnosis Story17:17 Day in the Life of Eating Gluten & Dairy Free21:40 Challenges of Celiac & Food Allergies in Corporate Life & How to Advocate for Yourself at Work31:45 Brand Responsibility with Gluten Free Labeling36:27 Getting Glutened the Day she Moved to NYC39:06 Closing✨Let’s ConnectFollow the podcast on Instagram:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠ @lucia.cordaroo⁠Subscribe to the Podcast on YouTube:⁠ Celiac Diaries Podcast⁠Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:⁠ Lucia Cordaro⁠Follow the podcast on TikTok:⁠ @celiacdiariespod⁠Follow me on TikTok:⁠ @lucia.cordaro⁠ ⭐ If you found this episode helpful, please rate & review — it helps more gluten-free listeners find the show!Musicmusic provided by epidemic sound.DisclaimerI’m not a medical professional. Everything I share is based on my personal experiences living with celiac disease. Please consult your doctor for medical advice specific to your health.

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