3358: Going Gluten and Dairy Free (Tips From a Mom Who Misses Pizza) by Shawna Scafe of Simple on Purpose

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🗓️ 12 April 2026

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3358: Shawna Scafe shares a humorous and honest look at cutting out gluten and dairy while managing her baby’s reflux, offering practical tips that make the transition feel doable. From clever substitutions to meal planning and real-life survival strategies, her insights help take the stress out of dietary restrictions. It’s a relatable guide that proves you can adapt without completely giving up the joy of food. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/going-gluten-and-dairy-free-tips-from-a-mom-who-misses-pizza/ Quotes to ponder: "I love how gluten firmly binds everything yet remains pillowy and moist. I adore the rich creaminess of versatile dairy. But we cannot be together!" "Learn all the ingredients to look for to ensure the product is GF and DF." "Having a routine with shopping and cooking is a real time saver." Episode references: Yummly: https://www.yummly.com Gluten-Free Grocery Shopping Guide: https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Grocery-Shopping-Guide/dp/193630323X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	This is Optimal Health Daily. Going gluten and dairy-free. Tips from a mom who misses pizza by
0:07.0	Shauna Ska of Simple On Purpose.ca. And I'm Dr. Neil Malik. Hey there and welcome to another bonus Sunday
0:14.0	episode where I share an article from one of the other podcasts in our network. Today's post comes from
0:19.8	Optimal Relationships daily, where articles
0:22.4	covering all types of relationships are read to you every day. So with that, let's hear this one from
0:28.0	Greg as we optimize your life. Going gluten and dairy-free. Tips from a mom who misses pizza.
0:39.6	By Shauna Scafe of Simple On Purpose.cai.
0:44.0	I love how gluten firmly binds everything, yet remains pillowy and moist.
0:51.0	I adore the rich creaminess of versatile dairy, but we cannot be together. No, it is forbidden.
0:58.8	It is taboo. Yes, I am talking to the block of Havardi in my fridge as I placed my hand over my forehead
1:05.3	and fling shut the fridge door. I went gluten and dairy free in November 2012 to help alleviate my breast-fed baby's
1:13.7	reflux, and it helped. While we navigate this weaning scenario, I am already planning my
1:19.7	comeback meals. I hope to soon be reunited with these dubious foods for a culinary rendezvous
1:26.9	that will end with me smiling and unresponsive
1:30.0	in a food coma. So I'm just beginning this GF-DF excursion. I'm not a pro by any means. I am always
1:37.7	learning by trial and error, but here are some tips that I hope will help you if you are going
1:43.1	gluten and dairy-free.
1:45.3	Unsubscribe from Pinterest food boards.
1:48.8	Seriously, these pins are like the seductive cage dancers,
1:54.6	enticing you to stay for an extra plate of chicken wings against all of your better judgment.
2:00.1	Save yourself from getting hangary and click
2:02.8	unfollow on that ooey-gooey, fluffy, gluten-clad, dairy-filled board. Learn the ingredient names.
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