In this episode of Gluten Free Unwrapped, host Jenny Finke and registered dietitian Molly Winsten discuss the complexities of food intolerances, allergies, and the impact of dietary restrictions on mental health.

They explore Molly's personal journey with celiac disease, the importance of understanding the difference between allergies and intolerances, and the potential pitfalls of self-diagnosis.

The conversation also delves into elimination diets, the risks of long-term restrictions, and the significance of food as both fuel and comfort.

Connect with Molly Winsten

Molly can be reached at molly@lovemeglutenfree.com (she's our team RD)

Instagram: @onmollysplate

Tiktok: @onmollysplate

Connect with Jenny Finke (host)

Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/

Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Food Intolerances

01:16 Molly's Background and Celiac Disease Journey

04:04 The Impact of Food Allergies on Life Choices

07:55 Understanding Food Intolerances

09:19 Distinguishing Between Allergies and Intolerances

12:01 Self-Diagnosis and Misattribution of Symptoms

16:20 Elimination Diets: The Right Approach

20:01 The Risks of Long-Term Elimination Diets

23:38 Building Tolerance to Dairy and Other Foods

27:28 The Casein and Gluten Connection: Myth or Reality?

32:36 The Mental Toll of Food Restrictions

41:41 Conclusion and Resources for Further Learning

In this episode of the Gluten Free Unwrapped podcast, host Jenny Finke reflects on the gluten-free community as the holidays approach, discussing the importance of support and kindness among brands and consumers.

Jenny addresses the recent controversy surrounding Modern Bread & Bagel, emphasizing how criticism affects businesses and the need for more constructive and kinder feedback. Jenny encourages listeners to engage positively with gluten-free brands and to T.H.I.N.K. before posting mean comments or reviews. Let's uplift one another in this community!

PROGRAMMING NOTE: GLUTEN FREE UNWRAPPED WILL BE ON HOLIDAY BREAK UNTIL JANUARY 14, 2026

Connect with Jenny Finke (host)

Love Me Gluten Free website - lovemeglutenfree.com

Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Holiday Reflections

00:56 Community Support and Brand Stories

02:50 The Modern Bread and Bagel Controversy

06:09 The Impact of Criticism on Businesses

08:45 The Importance of Kindness and Support

12:02 Encouragement for Community Engagement

In this episode, Audrey Dunham shares her passion for baking, nutrition, and the plant-based lifestyle and how it led to the creation of Autumn Sons Baking Company, a line of gluten-free, plant-based cookie mixes.

Audrey discusses the challenges of building a brand that caters to people with food allergies and the importance of choosing the right ingredients. She also highlights how her family helped her entrepreneurial journey, her crucial rebranding from 'Peanuts' to a more allergy-friendly name, and her plans for expanding her business.

Connect with Audrey and Autumn Sons Baking Company

Website: autumnsonsbaking.com

Instagram: @autumnsonsbaking

Facebook: @autumnsonsbaking

Connect with Jenny Finke (host)

Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com

Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Audrey Dunham and Her Journey

03:11The Intersection of Baking and Nutrition

06:06Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet

08:44The Birth of Autumn Sons Baking Company

11:48Creating Inclusive Recipes for All

14:54The Role of Family and Support in Business

18:01The Science Behind Gluten-Free Baking

20:57Future Plans and Product Expansion

28:56The Unique Qualities of Chickpea Flour

31:07From Recipe to Retail: The Journey Begins

33:06Navigating the Competitive Market

36:03Expanding the Brand: Goals and Aspirations

39:09Community Engagement and Brand Growth

39:56Rapid Fire Insights: Personal Favorites and Misconceptions

44:32Final Thoughts and Resources for Listeners

In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, host Jenny Finke interviews Dina Mitchell, the founder of Power Soul Cafe, the world's first certified gluten-free fast food restaurant chain.

Dina shares her extensive background in the food industry, her journey to create a safe dining experience for those with celiac disease and other dietary restrictions, and the challenges she faces in the gluten-free market.

The conversation delves into the importance of certification, the unique offerings on the menu, and Dina's passion for educating others about gluten-free options. As she discusses her business model and plans for expansion, it becomes clear that Dina is driven by a mission to provide safe, delicious food for everyone.

Connect with Dina and Power Soul Cafe

Website: powersoulcafe.com

Instagram: @powersoulcafe

Facebook: @PowerSoulCafe

Dina Mitchell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinamitchell/

Connect with Jenny Finke (host)

Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com

Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Power Soul Cafe

00:59 Dina's Culinary Journey

04:54 The Vision Behind Power Soul Cafe

13:50 Challenges in Gluten-Free Dining

22:02 Understanding Gluten-Free Certification

29:53 Menu Highlights and Ingredients

39:14 The Evolution of Dining Habits

43:03 Scaling the Business: Growth Plans and Strategies

48:31 Passion-Driven Entrepreneurship: The Heart of Power Soul Cafe

50:40 Celebrity Encounters and Community Engagement

54:40 Balancing Work and Life: The Entrepreneur's Journey

59:40 Future Aspirations: Expanding Beyond Las Vegas

In this Thanksgiving episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, Jenny is joined by her husband, Darren Finke, to share the story behind Love Me Gluten Free.

From Jenny’s celiac diagnosis that changed their daily life to the creation of a subscription box that delivers safe, gluten-free snacks to thousands of households, they take listeners behind the scenes of what it takes to build a thriving gluten-free business.

Jenny and Darren discuss the challenges, lessons, and surprises along the way, highlighting the complementary skills that have helped them grow the brand. They also reflect on the unique experience of working together as a married couple and how their shared values and gluten-free lifestyle have shaped the business and community.

This episode offers an insightful look at entrepreneurship, business growth, and the realities of life with celiac disease. Jenny and Darren will also share the one food they both miss most since going gluten-free, as well as answer the question that Jenny asks all her guests - what gluten-free brands they admire most.

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New episodes drop every Wednesday. View past episodes and subscribe to our newsletter at goodforyouglutenfree.com/podcast-gluten-free-unwrapped

About the Guests:

Jenny and Darren Finke are the founders of Love Me Gluten Free.

Find Darren on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-finke-6b26a1/

Find Jenny on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferfinke/

Jenny is also the host of Gluten Free Unwrapped and a longtime blogger at Good For You Gluten Free.

Order a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com

Follow Love Me Gluten Free on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

Follow Jenny's founder content on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree and subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

In this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, Jenny chats with Orly Gottesman, the founder of the legendary Modern Bread and Bagel restaurants.

Modern Bread and Bagel is a 100% kosher and gluten-free bakery cafe that has become a go-to hot spot for bagels, cinnamon rolls, and more.

Orly’s journey into gluten-free baking began when her husband, Josh, was diagnosed with celiac disease. She began experimenting in the kitchen, discovered a natural talent for gluten-free baking, and pursued professional training as a pastry chef. She even launched her own line of gluten-free baking mixes.

In this episode, we explore Orly’s path from home baker to entrepreneur, the inspiration behind her most beloved creations, and the challenges and joys of building a gluten-free business in the heart of New York City.

About Orly and Modern Bread & Bagel:

Visit https://www.modernbreadandbagel.com/ to order online or find a location near you.

Instagram: @modernbreadandbagel

Facebook: @modernbreadandbagel

About the Host:

Jenny Finke is the host of Gluten Free Unwrapped. She's a longtime blogger at Good For You Gluten Free and founder of the popular gluten-free subscription boxes, Love Me Gluten Free.

You can follow Jenny on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree or subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

You can snag a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com and follow her journey on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

On this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, I’m diving into the story of Chef Alina Eisenhauer. She started as a professional pastry chef and bakery owner who competed on multiple Food Network shows, including Cupcake Wars.

Chef Alina's career took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with Hashimoto's, an autoimmune thyroid disorder, and felt her world crashing in. As a prolific baker, it was evident her craft was making her sick.

She shut down her bakery and relearned everything she could about baking without gluten. She even discovered she had a knack for gluten-free baking and developing reliable recipes, even for hard-to-make foods, such as gluten-free breads and pastries.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Chef Alina’s health journey and what led her to change course and go gluten-free
• How she navigated the challenges of learning to bake again without gluten
• Her experiences competing on Food Network shows and running her own bakery
• The inspiration behind creating her thriving online gluten-free baking community
• The gluten-free flours she says every gluten-free home baker should have in their pantry

Plus, we cover some fun rapid-fire questions, including her go-to potluck dessert, the most underrated gluten-free ingredient, and the one skill she wishes she were better at.

About the Guest:

Learn more about Chef Alina on her website, chefalina.com

Join Chef Alina's free gluten-free baking group on Facebook

Check out Chef Alina's Online Courses & Bootcamp

Follow Chef Alina on social media:

Instagram @chefalinae

FB @chefalinae

YouTube @chefalinae

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alina-eisenhauer-75444729/

About the Host:

Jenny Finke is the host of Gluten Free Unwrapped. She's a longtime blogger at Good For You Gluten Free and founder of the popular gluten-free subscription boxes, Love Me Gluten Free.

You can follow Jenny on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree or subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

You can snag a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com and follow her journey on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).

On this episode of Gluten-Free Unwrapped, I’m chatting with Kerry Brown, co-founder of Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R., a line of nutrient-dense baking mixes designed for people following restrictive and restorative diets like the autoimmune protocol (AIP) diet.

Kerry shares her personal health journey, including challenges with Type 1 diabetes, thyroid issues, and autoimmune conditions, and how discovering the AIP diet transformed her approach to food and wellness.

We dive into:

• Kerry’s path to discovering the AIP diet and what the diet involves
• How she and co-founder Heather McDonough came together to start Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R.
• The inspiration behind the company’s unique name
• Product development, ingredient choices, and creating mixes that are both flavorful and compliant with the AIP diet
• Marketing a niche product, scaling a business, and navigating early challenges, such as launching a new business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Plus, we have a fun rapid-fire segment where Kerry shares the one baking mix she could eat on repeat, and the most unusual ingredient she's experimented with.

About the Guest:

Find Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R.'s baking mixes online at eatgangster.com.

Use the coupon code LOVEMEGLUTENFREE for 15% off.

Follow Kerry on Instagram (@eatgangster) and Facebook (@eatgangster)

About the Host:

Jenny Finke is the host of Gluten Free Unwrapped. She's a longtime blogger at Good For You Gluten Free and founder of the popular gluten-free subscription boxes, Love Me Gluten Free.

You can follow Jenny on Instagram at @goodforyouglutenfree or subscribe to her newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

You can snag a Love Me Gluten Free subscription box at lovemeglutenfree.com and follow her journey on Instagram (@lovemeglutenfree) or Facebook (@lovemeglutenfreebox).