Heartburn

[penguin11]

Hello,

I have had symptoms of celiac disease for years, and went gluten-free last November. Since then, almost all my symptoms are gone, except heartburn, which together with stomach pain, was the deciding reason why I went gluten-free. My stomach pain is reduced to a minimum, and as I mentioned a host of other symptoms are gone, for instance trouble breathing and other anemia-like symptoms, gas, skin troubles and acne. It would be perfect if the heartburn would disappear as well! Do you have any experience with issues concerning heartburn after going gluten-free? Btw., I am not diagnosed with celiac disease, but I have a family history of sensitive stomachs, and other symptoms which pointed me in the direction of a gluten-free diet.

Have a nice day!

 

[Scott Adams]

The gluten-free diet alone may not fix all of your symptoms, and the first step for you would be to re-check your diet to make sure that it is 100% gluten-free, this includes medications, supplements, cosmetics, lotions, etc. If you eat outside your home, for example in restaurants, that is a very common source of contamination.

The next step would be looking  at this article:

 

[Awol cast iron stomach]

Hello. I often have stomach burning and pain (not necessarily described as  typical reflux coming up the throat). I have these issues despite being very strict with my gluten-free diet for years. Over the years since my NCGS diagnosis, I realize, I am likely struggling with other issues. Other intolerances besides food, that are other triggers specific to me.

These triggers in my experience dysregulate my immune system and my autonomic nervous system. I have not been given a recent diagnosis other than NCGS.

I do get symptoms similar to those described on the (syndrome spectrum ) of MCAS and POTS. My western med Dr's have not diagnosed me with either of these syndromes. Although I am careful in how I approach them as these syndromes are difficult to diagnose, and not supported as legit by many western MD's. They give me suggestions based on managing the particular symptom I approach them on, not a diagnosis.

Although there does appear to be more interest in MCAS . My understanding it is is still a very clinical based interest for now not main stream knowledge among MD's. I use (tcm chinaese medicine/accupuncture) regularly to support my body and symptoms. I also use a few supplements/alternative methods that are thought to be mast cell stabilizers as well.

I need to drink more than the average person and ensure I get enough electrolytes to keep my bp up. I wear compression socks at work . I have to manage symptom by symptom, maintain my diet, and avoid my triggers. I am still not sure I discovered all of them. Many are on a MCAS checklist, and have become more apparent.

In addition to giving up gluten, I found I had to give up corn derivatives like starch/hfcs etc, and cow milk/cow diary products. For a while I tried sheep cheese, and at first I could eat some, then the body said no by inflammatory symptoms. I also rarely drink alcohol. If my symptoms feel stable I try to enjoy a glass of white wine on special occasions. I avoid processed foods the more ingredients, the more likely I am to flare.

If one of my triggers flares me there are some particular foods (other than the 3 above)  I will have to drop until I stabilize again. I have found this through trial and error over the past 5 years. This is where it gets very specific to the individual.

In addition I make my own laundry detergent, some personal care products, and cleaning products to avoid ingredients/additives/chemicals my immune system doesn't like. The pandemic taught me I may always have to carry a mask with me (despite being fully vaccinated) as this can help me minimize the degree of exposure to many of my environmental triggers. I just ordered new vog brand masks. I am looking to change jobs to avoid many of my environmental triggers in my current work environment that were revealed during the pandemic. I felt much better working in my own home as many variables are consistent to my stabilization/homeostasis.

So as Scott above suggested look to your diet first, and personal care products etc to ensure they are completely gluten-free.

I do hope yours is a quick and simple fix. Perhaps one item that once removed you will stabilize and you will get control of the symptom. 

Good luck

 

 

Edited June 6, 2021 by Awol cast iron stomach
Forgot word accupuncture

[penguin11]

Thank you both for sharing valuable advices. I have one more symptom of celiac disease, which is trouble gaining weight. In the months following the gluten-free diet, I noticed a small weight gain (1-2 kg), but once I go for a run it seems to fall right off. Anyone had trouble gaining weight, and if so, how long did it take before you noticed a substantial increase?

 

[Scott Adams]

For me weight gain started a few months after going gluten-free, but I also had to eliminate other foods that seemed to be causing me issues at the time like dairy, chicken eggs, tomatoes, garlic, and corn. After 1-2 years I could add these things back to my diet without noticeable issues.

We also did an article on this diet, which has become more popular among those who are still having issues after starting a gluten-free diet:

 

[penguin11]

I have noticed that dairy and gluten-free bread and crispbread does not seem to go well with my body since going gluten-free last November, so I have quit those products out, as well as all products containing gluten. I am currently eating two dinners per day, which is all I eat during the day. I want to gain weight, so that hopefully my sunken cheeks, which I have had the last 10 years (I am 30 now), will be puff out. It would be great to not feel like I am giving off a sickish vibe in others.