Mood Swings

[Luchi23]

I was diagnosied with celiac about 9 months ago and since then I have found that it is hard to control my moods. I used to be a very evened tempered and not considered a moody person, but in the last few months things seem to be out of control. I have read that when gluten is in you system it can cause symptoms such as mood swings. Has anyone figured out how to better deal with mood swings in creative ways?

[Turtle]

I am having this issue too. I was diagnosed in April, began the gluten-free diet on May 1st and since then my moods are up and down. It drives me nuts b/c I feel so out of control. I try to exercise (walking, bike riding, etc.) which helps some....I know that many people go on meds for this (or that's what i've read). For me, I want that to be a last resort. Feel free to e-mail me if you want. Maybe we can vent to each other as a way to cope. I feel for ya!

[KaitiUSA]

I had mood swings alot pre-gluten-free and they have got alot better...I still have my moments but it is tons better.

Some people may need to go on meds for this but make sure this is the best thing because there are many side effects and doctors seem to be prescription happy.

I would do that as a last resort...if all else fails

Exercise helps me so much with moods...also you may want to see an endocrinologist because mood swings are a sign of hormone imbalance.

[Luchi23]

Thanks so much for the information. I never thought about going to a Dr. for my mood swings. I am just so sick of being poked and prodded by them. I do exercise and lift weights on a daily basis and it does make a noticible difference. The part that is the hardest is that I don't like to feel out of control in my moods and some times I don't like the person that I become. I have been so fed up with explaining what I have that the mood swings have not helped at all. Anyways anyother advice that anyone has at all for coping with any part of life with celiac I would appreciate it. I am still pretty new to this and don't have it figured out the slightest.