Clear Thinking And Memory

[MrMark]

I have a question about clear thinking and long term/short term memory.

I have done my best to go gluten free, but am still having trouble with my thinking. It seems that being gluten-free has burned off the brain fog, leaving me mentally kind of numb. My thinking is still slow and my short term memory is pretty awful. I have strong reason to believe gluten is partly (perhaps all) to blame for my memory and thinking problems.

I know this is a vague question, but for people who are sensitive to gluten, can their quick thinking and long/short term memories get better and how long might this take? I read that gluten may cause memory destructive calcium deposits to form on the brain, any comments? Any comments or similar experiences appreciated! Thanks Mark

[CuriousOne]

Try also cutting out soy and milk products. Not too hard. Worth a shot...it could really help you. If after say, 2 weeks... there is still no difference, what do you have to lose?

[missy'smom]

I have had exactly the same problem. It has improved over time gluten-free. I think it's related to vitamin deficiencies. I noticed more problem if I skipped a dose of my vitamins and improvement if I take them religiously. My body seems really dependent on them. Sometimes I won't notice a difference that day but will the next day. I know some vitamins are stored in the body and wonder if my stores run too low if I skip a dose now and then, resulting in a delayed "reaction". My energy levels are also dependant on vitamins. I take a powdered one for easier absorbtion. If I take another form it doesn't work as well for me. I'm still a little slower than I'd like to be but suspect I'm still having trouble getting or absorbing enough, whether permanent problem like B12 anemia, or my GI tract still has some healing to do. I was undiagnosed for 8 years. As you described, it's different from the "brain fog" that comes with gluten.