Food Intolerances/allergies And Anxiety

[nama shivaya]

I have experienced a weird symptom that I wonder if any of you have had or know anything about.

It seems that when I have eaten a questionable food, I get this adrenaline surge feeling after eating and AND when I'm going to the bathroom (2). It's almost like an anxiety reaction, but purely physical. My heart doesn't race, but it feels like it is.

I've also been having anxiety and trembling guts that I think are food-intolerance/allergic reactions.

I've got an appt with a gastro, but not until April 5. This may be too long to wait! Do any of you think this is anything to be super concerned about, or would you wait for the appt? I may just see if I can get in with an internist sooner.

Thanks in advance for all input!!!

[StrongerToday]

Yep, been there and done that. I was freaking out so bad about what I'd ate, I found myself not eating. The anxiety, for me, got so bad that I went to the doctor and was put on an anti-depressent which has really helped a lot. It's also helped any "IBS" issues I'd have, normally the minute I'm stressed out my stomach is off and running.

I don't know if you need to be super concerned, but I would recommend taking your diet down to very simple plain foods. Keep a food log so you can see if you're getting any trends in what you eat/bathroom/anxiety issues.

feel better!

[nama shivaya]

Thanks for your input and understanding, Ev!! I have taken my diet down to just meats & veggies, but adding little things here and there seems to have proven my current intolerance to most other things. Sigh. Where are the days of eating pizza & stuff? lol It's better to not eat those things, I know, but I'm getting bored trying to figure out what I can eat!

I know what you mean about being afraid to eat and so not eating! That was me last week and I became weakened, which is not good either! Guess I'll be resolute in my current dietary needs and be diligent about documentation.

Take care!!

Nama

[chatycady]

I read somewhere, don't remember where, that it takes the brain awhile to catch up to the body after a lengthy illness. The brains still reacting like it is allergic to something even though there is nothing causing a reaction.

Does that make any sense?