Signs You Might Have: Gluten Sensitivity / Intolerance

Gluten is a protein found in rye, wheat, and barley. While most people can handle eating foods containing this protein, there are millions of people in the U.S. who have difficulties with it. Gluten is found in most pastas, crackers, and bread. My brother struggles with digesting it, and I went through a time where it was hard for me to digest it as well. I notice that when I'm feeling particularly stressed or anxious, I will have difficulties processing it. While for most, it's just a sensitivity, severe cases are typically diagnosed with Celiac disease.
Here are some symptoms of gluten intolerance: (all occurring after consuming gluten)

• nausea
• fatigue
• headaches
• bloating
• diarrhea and/or vomiting
• abdominal pain

You could have one or two of these symptoms, or you could have all of them, depending on the severity of your sensitivity. If you have any of these symptoms after consuming gluten, you may want to get tested for Celiac disease so you can get treated before it gets out of hand. To help in the meantime, try out some gluten-free alternatives! Most gluten-free products use a different flour than wheat, such as corn, bean, quinoa, or tapioca. (Don't worry, not all gluten-free products suck).

Hope this was helpful,

Audrey xx