Ep. 108 | How to Enjoy a Safe & Delicious Gluten-Free Plant-Based Diet - with Guest Jennifer Marcks

podcast episodes Jul 08, 2025
gluten free, guest interview, plant-based eating

Have you recently started a gluten-free diet and now wonder how to make that work with plant-based eating? What are some key things you need to watch out for so you can handle both aspects with confidence…and actually enjoy this combined new lifestyle?

I’ve got you covered. Today on the podcast, I've invited Guest Expert Jennifer Marcks to join us so she can share some top tips to help you safely navigate a gluten-free diet and enjoy it. Jennifer is a Gluten-Free Health Coach helping women create a sustainable and delicious gluten-free lifestyle that becomes routine in their everyday lives. In this episode, we chat about terms and plant-based foods to be cautious about when grocery shopping because they may contain or be contaminated with gluten. You’ll also enjoy gluten-free baking tips and walk away with a key takeaway tip for eating gluten-free. Ready? Let’s dive in! 

 

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Episode Highlights & Key Timestamps:

  • [2:22] Jennifer’s story – how she got into gluten-free eating and coaching
  • [6:12] Whether you can get away with a little bit of gluten if you have celiac disease
  • [7:17] A big benefit for gluten-free eaters if they eat whole food plant-based
  • [8:01] Key things to know about food labels
  • [9:25] The controversy surrounding oats for those with celiac disease
  • [10:40] Why you need to be careful about condiments
  • [12:14] Areas to watch for cross-contamination
  • [12:58] Jennifer’s advice regarding frozen pre-chopped vegetables and fruits
  • [15:27] Don’t miss these tips for successful gluten-free baking!
  • [18:10] Smart egg replacements you can use in baking
  • [21:15] A key takeaway tip for listeners
  • [22:55] How to connect with Jennifer



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How to Connect More with Jennifer:

Website: https://glutenfreemarcksthespot.com/ 

Saying Goodbye to Gluten Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/saying-goodbye-to-gluten-gluten-free-living-celiac/id1774748379 

Facebook Group: Empowering GF Women - https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthyglutenfreemoms 

 

Next Steps:

Contact -> [email protected] 

Learn -> www.plantnourished.com 

Join -> Plant-Powered Life Transformation Course: www.plantnourished.com/ppltcourse 

Connect with Community -> www.facebook.com/groups/beginnerplantbaseddietsuccess 

Get Free 15-Minute Strategy Call -> www.plantnourished.com/strategycall 

Free Resource -> Quick Start Grocery Guide for Plant-Based Essentials: www.plantnourished.com/groceryguide 




Have a question about plant-based diets you would like answered on the Plant Based Eating Made Easy Podcast?
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