Could You Be One of the 95%?

Eleven years ago, the Center for Celiac Research, conducted a study which determined 1 out of every 133 Americans has celiac disease and even more have a gluten sensitivity. This was great news in the fact celiac was finally getting some much deserved attention and respect. However, the same study also revealed that nearly 95% of those with the illness were still undiagnosed. If one develops Type 1 diabetes, there is no way they can have symptoms and remain undiagnosed. This is not the case with many food allergies, sensitivities, and even celiac disease. To many of us, this is just not acceptable. In my opinion, there should be no reason why anyone should suffer unnecessarily, especially when the treatment is simply g-free living. Therefore, I thought today we'd talk about the possible symptoms just in case you might one of the 95%.

Possible Symptoms

• Abdominal discomfort and pain
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Gas
• Excessive weight loss or gain
• Irritability
• Fatigue and brain fog
• Headaches/migraines
• Anemia
• Delayed puberty
• Distension
• Joint or bone pain
• Loss of dental enamel, tooth discoloration
• Vitamin and mineral deficiencies
• Tingling or numbness in legs
• Stunted growth in children
• Sores inside the mouth
• Muscle cramps
• Skin rahses, itchiness, redness
• Depression
• Neurological problems
• Loss of coordination and balance
• Forgetfulness
• Reproductive problems
• Chemical sensitivities
• Additional food sensitivities or allergies - including lactose intolerance or casein allergy

The diveristy of these symptoms make a gluten intolerance hard to determine, espcially if the symptoms are more neurological or muscular in nature than with belly pain and discomfort. If you think you or someone you care about may benefit from g-free living, please check out www.dknews.com, www.cyrexlabs.com, and contact your physician regarding your concerns.

Finally, I'd like to list the following conditions that may result from untreated celiac disease

• Type 1 diabetes
• Fibromyalgia
• Thyroid problems
• Osteoposis
• Liver damage
• Ataxia (neurological celiac)
• Seizures
• Personality changes, depression, and mood disorders
• Intestinal cancers
• ADHD/ADD
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Infertility

Celiac disease is a multisymptomatic disorder. It can damage multiple parts of your body and brain. Fortunately, g-free living can greatly reduce one's susceptibility to these long-term conditions. (woohoo!) And, once you begin living g-free, you'll feel like your old sef again - only new and improved. You will not only be living free, but will be free to live! Now that's something to get excited about! :)