Does anyone have a gluten issue?

[LisaLou30 34]

My doctor recently told me I have a gluten sensitivity and I was wondering if anyone had this when going through this process and how you handled the diet afterwards?

Thanks!

[BeagleLover 1,020]

How did the doctor know this? Did he do a test?

I don't have one, but there are specific grains to stay away from. I recently read an article on Indian cooking that was saying that they made a pancake out of chickpea flour, which wouldn't bother someone with gluten sensitivity.

[Kya Wolf 69]

That's a great question. I also am gluten sensitive and was wondering about Protein supplements. If they are gluten free.

Beaglelover-yes, there is a blood test to check for gluten sensitivity.

[Teachamy 1,042]

I was diagnosed with Celiac about 6 years ago. An upper-endoscopy can show if you have damage caused by Celiac. I would ask your doc to be specific about how he diagnosed your "sensitivity". It can show up on a blood test, but an upper endoscopy is typically done in this instance. You should continue to eat normally if you are planning to have an endoscopy.

If you are moving to a gluten free diet, you must avoid wheat, barley, rye, and any oats not specifically labeled gluten free. As it is important to stay away from processed food anyway, I would highly recommend staying away from gluten-free processed foods. (Chips, crackers, pastas, etc.) Gluten free products are typically milled with rice flour. High calorie, high carb, a no-no for a health conscious eater. Eat fresh foods. And look for Protein supplements labeled gluten-free. I have found most of the shakes are gluten free.

Hope this helps!

Edited August 27, 2014 by Teachamy

[LisaLou30 34]

Thanks. Yes it was discovered by blood work and an upper gi scope.

[amazon 579]

As @@Teachamy mentioned, you're going to need to stay away from a bunch of things. But I'm betting you'll feel better!

I transitioned to GF in April 2013. I did it to see if I'd feel better, because I have always had stomach issues, and the last few years a lot of joint pains, muscle aches, and headaches/migraines.

Within a few days I felt so much better. I stuck with it for that reason. If I have gluten, I get ill now. I didn't test positive for celiac's. But gluten and I don't get along.

Since I made this change over a year ago, I'd all ready made a lot of changes to my diet. Making staying away from breads, pasta's, etc. part of the norm even if GF. After WLS it's best to avoid these things anyway. Eating "clean" is the best approach IMO.

I have also found that a vast majority of Protein shakes/powders are GF. But always double check.