Gluten Free TikTok Content Creator, The Macro Celiac: Coeliac Dad Raising Two Children with Coeliac Disease

A Gluten Free Podcast

A Gluten Free Podcast
Gluten Free TikTok Content Creator, The Macro Celiac: Coeliac Dad Raising Two Children with Coeliac Disease
Mar 29, 2026 Season 1 Episode 228
Ben Hampton

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A Gluten Free Podcast 

Episode 228 

My guest on today’s episode is the creator of The Macro Celiac, Kevin G. We’ll talk about life as a coeliac dad, being a father of two kids with coeliac disease and how Kevin has used his journey to help others in the community through his social media platforms.

What we’ll cover:
* How Kevin and I connected through TikTok
* Kevin’s coeliac disease symptoms and eventual diagnosis
* Both of Kevin’s son’s coeliac disease symptoms and diagnoses
* Transition to gluten free life for Kevin and his kids
* Impact on Kevin’s partner and her ongoing support since his coeliac disease diagnosis
* How Kevin’s wife advocates for him
* Anxiety around dining out
* The importance of advocating for yourself in your own coeliac disease and gluten free journey
* The mental load of dealing with coeliac disease for both Kevin and his kids
* How and why Kevin started the Macro Celiac on TikTok and Instagram
* Kevin’s approach to fitness and health while following a gluten free diet
* Healing process varying amongst every individual with coeliac disease
* Kevin’s favourite gluten free treats right now
* Experience filming Gluten Is A Joke documentary
* The male roundtable discussion on Gluten Is A Joke
* Kevin’s son’s empathy coming out of a coeliac disease diagnosis
* Where Kevin would like to see the biggest changes happen in the coeliac disease and gluten free space 

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This podcast reflects personal experiences and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for individual guidance. 

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