Comments on: What the Gluten

By: L.

L. — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:52:55 +0000

Have you tried banza pasta? High protein, gf and tasty. I’m love it! I’m not sure whether it’s available out your way because I believe it’s local. 🙂 kiddos to balance!

By: Michaela

Michaela — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:02:25 +0000

Wow, thanks for sharing Genevieve! I have problems with my thyroid too, but no one ever told me that a gluten-free diet could improve my status… So I think I might give it a try (after some planning of course – otherwise I know I would fail).

By: Shavon Houk

Shavon Houk — Sun, 19 Nov 2017 07:53:39 +0000

I have hypo too. It’s been pretty consistent the past year. Before that it was all over the place. had to be checked every three months. Such a nightmare. But I will try gluten free for a month and see how it goes! I have gained weight this past year though which is super annoying when your hypo because it’s like you can’t lose it unless your body feels like it regardless of how much you work out.

By: Shana

Shana — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 06:08:11 +0000

Hey! It’s nice to see people giving Gluten Free a real go! My mom has Celiac’s Disease. She, unfortunately, did not get diagnosed until she was 38. Out of the blue, she had a grand mal seizure from consuming gluten. She already had developed thyroid problems which were contributed to other issues. Did you know 1 in 100 people have Celiac’s Disease and are unaware? Continuing to consume gluten when you have Celiac’s can cause an amazing amount of organ damage, auto immune diseases and neurological disorders! It can also cause infertility. Celiac’s is not the only reason to avoid gluten, however. There are a lot of other benefits. You are right about it helping a bloated “wheat belly”. There is also a gluten face, though! I own a small gluten free, peanut free and tree nut free bakery in Salem, Virginia. (As I sd, my mom has Celiac’s…my 9 year old son is anaphylactic to all nuts. It’s super scary!) As a baker, I strive to convince people that gluten free does not have to taste bad! You can still have your multigrain bread and it taste phenomenal! Please stop by if you ever come my way. Best regards!

By: Tracey

Tracey — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 16:07:33 +0000

In reply to Jess.

Hi Jess,

I too suffer from very bad daily headaches, and 3-4 migraines a week. I have done a lot of research about migraines, but have never come across anything associating the migraines and gluten. So I am going to try doing a week gluten free, like Gen, because a week sounds more manageable than a month! Thank you for sharing your story! ?

By: Tracey

Tracey — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 16:02:33 +0000

Hi Gen,
Thank you for all this information! I was wondering if you had trouble finding a Dr that believes in thyroid problems? I have read a few books about it, and have learned that some of the thyroid tests aren’t accurate. And that some people can have symptoms even if their thyroid levels are “within the normal range”. But my Dr doesn’t believe anything I’ve told him. He says my levels are “in the normal range”, and that there’s no possibility I could be having symptoms!
Thank you so much for this insightful, beautiful blog! I am really enjoying it! My only wish? That you could post more often! ?. But I also have 3 kids, so I know there’s only so much time left for things like this. God Bless you and your family.

Tracey

By: Sandy

Sandy — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 15:32:46 +0000

HI Gen, Thanks for doing this on Gluten. I was diagnosed with RSD/CRPS in 2013 after suffering 7 years of severe pain to the point of becoming bedridden. My weight escalated 90lbs due to inactivity. After being diagnosed, I started infusions to control the pain and was told to go gluten-free because of the inflamatory aspects of the disease. I am now 90lbs lighter and can honestly vouch for going Gluten Free. I am no 62 years old and I think anyone at that age has aches and pains of their joints, avoiding Gluten does work. Now if they could find a cure for RSD/CRPS I would be GREAT!!!! Thanks again.

By: Jess

Jess — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 05:57:52 +0000

In reply to Katie K..

I’ve had thyroid issues for almost 13 years now. I started with Graves Disease and had to have radiation to kill my thyroid gland. I was on levothyroxine and synthyroid for years. Even though my levels showed “normal” I felt horrible and had every symptom. I’ve been on Armour Thyroid for a year and a half now, and feel so much better. I still have bad days, but for me it has made a huge difference. It maybe worth talking to about. 🙂 good luck!

By: Jen

Jen — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 15:46:12 +0000

Hey Gen!
I have to say, I’ve been looking forward to reading this one. I, myself, have considered trying a gluten free diet for a period of time now but I have absolutley no idea on how to go about doing it. I enjoy my whole wheat breads and tortillas. I think that it would have to be a progression for me. This was extremely insightful and I am so glad that you enjoyed it and found some differences in your week. I look forward to what you come up with next. Much love to you and your beautiful family! Thank you for sharing!! xoxox

By: Trish

Trish — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 04:39:37 +0000

Thank you for posting this! This just pushed me to try it out. I’ve been seeing gluten-free eating repetitively and when I see things several times, I feel like it’s the Universe telling me something. I too have hypothyroidism and have had ridiculous weight gain. I should workout, but usually don’t have the energy for it, so I know I need to do something.