According to the statistics most of the people that are gluten intolerant are never diagnosed with it. They say that from 5% to 20% of the population of America is facing this problem but they are not aware of it. Maybe you are one of them too but you are not aware, check this with the 8 following signs:
1). Keratosis Pilaris
Known as “chicken skin” and can be found on the back side of the arms and tights. It appears as a result of fatty acid deficiency caused by the damaged gut.
2). Dizziness
If you feel dizziness it might be a sign of gluten intolerance.
3). Routine digestive issues
This is the most obvious sign of gluten intolerance and it often appears first. If you have diarrhea, bloating and gas without a reason you can be almost sure that they came as result of this. Constipation is a common sign of gluten intolerance in children.
4). Mood disorders
Gluten intolerance can also cause anxiety, depression, mood swing, ADD and ADHD. Luckily all these will disappear if you stop consuming gluten.
5). Chronic fatigue
If you are having chronic fatigue we advise you to consult your doctor since the reasons for this can be different. Fatigue, brain fog, and feeling tired especially after meals that contain gluten are another clear indicator.
6). Persistent headaches
Constant headaches and migraines are some more signs that can be caused by this problem. But still they can be just a sign of dehydration. See a physician if your headaches don’t stop.
7). Autoimmune diseases
Not in all cases but in some disease like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Lupus, Scleroderma, Multiple Sclerosis, and Psoriasis can be caused by gluten intolerance.
8). Fibromyalgia
Some people diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue actually have gluten intolerance but don’t realize it. If you are one of them, consider gluten as the potential cause.
