3 Key Tips for Dealing with a New Celiac Diagnosis
A college student shares 3 key pieces of wisdom for a more seamless, stress-free adjustment period following a new celiac diagnosis.
Kayla Manning
Originally from Salado, Texas, Kayla Manning is a second-year student at Harvard. Following her diagnosis with celiac disease in 2013, she maintained a strict gluten-free diet with relative ease through her junior high and high school years. However, college life posed unfamiliar challenges, and she struggled to adjust to her new dining situation. She hopes that sharing her experiences can help others with their transition to gluten-free dining in college.
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