She has been a Registered Nurse for 21 years in a variety of clinical areas, including gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. Shelly and her eldest daughter have Celiac Disease, and her two other daughters have food allergies. Shelly's extensive medical background, along with her experience as a mother, have been valuable assets for helping others with diagnosis and a healthy lifestyle adjustment. Helping patients navigate the maze associated with gluten toxicity has become a way of life for Shelly.