Is the biggest fast food chain the world safe for coeliacs? What do we know about McDonald’s and gluten free options? We find out what you should know before approaching Macca’s for a quick feed, both here in Australia and overseas.

For Coeliac Awareness Week 2025, A Gluten Free Family is joined by Sandra Hudson of Hudson’s Bakery. We discuss the challenges of running a small local gluten free business, the rewards involved for the coeliac community and how customers can support their efforts through various means.

Angus Hanrahan of Gluten Free Athlete explores the health benefits of regular exercise when living a gluten free or coeliac life. From keeping weight under control to improving inflammation, strengthening muscles, improving bone health, balance and managing depression, being active has never been more important.

Finding food products that have a "may contain gluten" label remains a source of frustration for shoppers. With expert insights from Coeliac Australia's Health Advocacy Officer Penny Dellsperger, we discover helpful insights about what the label means. By offering more context about why companies use the label, you will know how to navigate the shopping isle with more confidence.

Celiac Cruise has just announced a brand new set of cruises coming to Australia in 2026. With gluten free adventures coming Down Under, there will be trips scheduled from Sydney to New Zealand and Sydney to New Caledonia and Vanuatu. The cruise will be jam packed with entertainment and value for the whole family, with fresh updates to follow in 2025.

The Southern Highlands of NSW has some terrific gluten free options for coeliac customers who need to avoid cross-contamination on the menu. A Gluten Free Family has been out and about, scouring the local market for the best spots, researching everything from a quick bite to eat or a meal to satisfy the whole family.

A recent leak online has teased a brand new Cookies & Cream edition from Australian biscuit giant Arnott’s. With their expansion and investment following on from 2024, this could be the next delicious treat hitting the shops in 2025!

Dietitian and expert Sally Marchini offers us 10 critical insights into the health value of nutritional planning during pregnancy. For women seeking answers for a healthy gluten free pregnancy, there are fundamental steps to consider, ranging from safe glucose levels to maintaining exercise and adhering to sound principles that help foetal growth and development in the womb.

2025 promises to be a year to remember for the gluten free community and those living with coeliac disease. We step back and examine what we’re paying attention to in the new year, highlighting the need for more investment, innovation, discussion and awareness at all levels.