9 Subtle Signs That You May Be Experiencing Gluten Intolerance

by Unknown April 24, 2017 OMG

Apparently, gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, has been linked to different diseases, mainly those that deal with the gut directly. So here are some of the subtle symptoms that you may be having gluten intolerance. 

1. Stomach Ache

When you experience stomach ache that's associated with bloating, gas, diarrhea, and even constipation after eating foods that are high in gluten, foods like french fries, mayonnaise, ketchup, foods that contain malt or malt flavoring, wheat, to mention a few, it may be because of gluten intolerance. This so not go unnoticed because if you do have an intolerance, then it can damage the lining in your small intestine and may hinder it ffrom absorbing minerals, vitamins, and energy from food.

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2. Dizziness

If you experience dizziness, or feeling of being off balance right after eating, its cause may not only be because of hypertension. It could be because of the gluten in your system.

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3. Migraine Headaches

Migraines may sometimes be an early symptom for gluten intolerance because gluten can affect the nervous system.

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4. Hormone Imbalances

PMS, PCOS, or unexplained infertility are just examples of hormonal imbalances one can experience when you have gluten tolerance. If you have hormonal imbalance, try taking off foods rich in gluten.

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5. Mood Swings

Some people who has gluten intolerance experience mood swings once they eat food that contains gluten. Your body is trying to send you a signal that it cannot absorb gluten so instead you experience mood swings. In addition, medical experts advise people with special needs to cut off their gluten intake so that meltdowns don't occur often.  

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6. Itchy Skin

This can be an allergic reaction to gluten and should not go unnoticed!

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7. Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is "a chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas." so doctors advise patients to avoid foods with gluten.
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8. Lactose Intolerance
If you're already lactose intolerant, chances of being gluten intolerant are of high chances, too because a specific type of sugar found in lactose foods trigger your digestive system and can worsen some symptoms of gluten intolerance.

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9. Chronic Fatigue

When you feel brain fog or feeling tired after eating a meal that contains gluten, that's a sure sign of gluten intolerance.

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If you experience any of this, you may want to go to your doctor to confirm. Do not self-diagnose. Let us know your thoughts about this article in the comments section!

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