Gluten Free And Cold Hands

[farmer]

Not sure if this is a side affect of being gluten free, but my hands get cold fast when the temp is down a bit. A lot more noticeable since I've been gluten free (a little over a month now).

[Gemini]

Not sure if this is a side affect of being gluten free, but my hands get cold fast when the temp is down a bit. A lot more noticeable since I've been gluten free (a little over a month now).

Cold hands are generally not a problem that is caused by giving up or eating gluten, however, there are related conditions that will cause this. I am the queen of cold hands and feet so know quite a bit about this subject.

Sjogren's Syndrome, a related disorder, can cause the problem. It's 2 major symptoms are dry mouth and eyes but it is considered a form of arthritis and can cause your hands and feet to be cold. Kind of funny because I have Sjogren's and do not have any kind of joint pain, normally associated with arthritis.....go figure. But my hands and feet are always cold.

Reynaud's Syndrome is another disorder associated with Celiac and it affects circulation. Your hands will actually blanch and can turn white when exposed to cold. Very uncomfortable. I also have this but I must say it has improved since going gluten-free.

The other cause is low thyroid. I have Hashi's low thyroid and cold hands and feet are a major symptom of untreated thyroid disease. As a Celiac, your thyroid should be tested regularly to watch for problems, as it's so common with Celiac. So, as you can see, I am basically never going to know what warm hands feel like, as it pertains to me! It can be difficult to figure out as so many problems can result in these symptoms. Good luck and keep those hands warm!

[Jenny (AZ via TX)]

Cold hands and cold feet. Yep, I had that. I had my thyroid tested and sure enough, I'm hypo. My hands and feet still get cold, but not nearly as bad. Get tested when you get a chance.

[DonnaEvans-MO]

My niece gets cold hands fast, and they even turn red. She not been diagnosed to having Celiac Disease, but knows it's in her genes. She doesn't get sick when she eats wheat or gluten foods, just has problems with her hands when she gets cold. Doctors tell her it's arthritis. Donna

[farmer]

I probably should have explained in more detail.

My hands aren't cold all the time. If I'm in a cold area for an extended period of time, they tend to get colder quicker since I've gone gluten free. When I return to a 'room temp' situation, all is fine.