Frequently Asked Questions
Who? Those with chronic pain, inflammatory issues, gastrointestinal issues, auto-immune diseases, etc.
What? Gluten intolerance/sensitivity and Celiac Disease
Gluten intolerance = anyone who has symptoms brought on by ingesting gluten that are relieved by its removal from their diet.
Where? Gluten is found in wheat, barley and rye - hidden in many places that might surprise you.
When? Talk to your doctor first. Get tests if they recommend them prior to going off gluten.
How? Remove all gluten from your diet for 2-3 months. Reintroduce it slowly and see how you feel.
Why? To possibly improve your quality of life, prevent/maintain auto-immune diseases, reverse malabsorption
Glutened?! This is what we call the reaction or symptoms a gluten-free person feels when they ingest gluten. This can happen knowingly to a person testing their response to gluten after a trial period of strictly abstaining from it. It is also how those with gluten intolerance refer to their symptoms and reactions when they accidentally or unknowingly ingest gluten. I will be sharing examples of how it feels, and how to figure out the cause in an upcoming blog post.
Am I gluten intolerant? There is no test for gluten intolerance. I do not encourage you to self diagnose but educate yourself and ask questions.
Here is a list of some symptoms and disorders that gluten may to contribute to:
Migraines
Intestinal problems (diarrhea, IBS, constipation)
Lactose intolerance
Gassy
Bloating
Reflux
Malabsorbtion
Vitamin & mineral deficiency
Anemia
Osteoporosis
Inflammatory reactions
Autoimmune diseases: Thyroid disease (Hashimoto’s & Grave’s), Crohn’s disease, Alopecia, Lupus, Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s Syndrome, Addison’s disease, Vitiligo, etc.
Fatigue (regular persistent fatigue as well as chronic fatigue syndrome)
Chronic pain
Fibromyalgia
Depression
Anxiety
Diabetes
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Infertility
Hives
Acne
Sinus issues
Erratic heart beat/shortness of breath
Cardiomyopathy
Multiple Sclerosis
Autism Spectrum Disorder
ADHD
Microscopic Colitis
Epilepsy
Ataxia
Neuropathy
What? Gluten intolerance/sensitivity and Celiac Disease
Gluten intolerance = anyone who has symptoms brought on by ingesting gluten that are relieved by its removal from their diet.
Where? Gluten is found in wheat, barley and rye - hidden in many places that might surprise you.
When? Talk to your doctor first. Get tests if they recommend them prior to going off gluten.
How? Remove all gluten from your diet for 2-3 months. Reintroduce it slowly and see how you feel.
Why? To possibly improve your quality of life, prevent/maintain auto-immune diseases, reverse malabsorption
Glutened?! This is what we call the reaction or symptoms a gluten-free person feels when they ingest gluten. This can happen knowingly to a person testing their response to gluten after a trial period of strictly abstaining from it. It is also how those with gluten intolerance refer to their symptoms and reactions when they accidentally or unknowingly ingest gluten. I will be sharing examples of how it feels, and how to figure out the cause in an upcoming blog post.
Am I gluten intolerant? There is no test for gluten intolerance. I do not encourage you to self diagnose but educate yourself and ask questions.
Here is a list of some symptoms and disorders that gluten may to contribute to:
Migraines
Intestinal problems (diarrhea, IBS, constipation)
Lactose intolerance
Gassy
Bloating
Reflux
Malabsorbtion
Vitamin & mineral deficiency
Anemia
Osteoporosis
Inflammatory reactions
Autoimmune diseases: Thyroid disease (Hashimoto’s & Grave’s), Crohn’s disease, Alopecia, Lupus, Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s Syndrome, Addison’s disease, Vitiligo, etc.
Fatigue (regular persistent fatigue as well as chronic fatigue syndrome)
Chronic pain
Fibromyalgia
Depression
Anxiety
Diabetes
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Infertility
Hives
Acne
Sinus issues
Erratic heart beat/shortness of breath
Cardiomyopathy
Multiple Sclerosis
Autism Spectrum Disorder
ADHD
Microscopic Colitis
Epilepsy
Ataxia
Neuropathy