Gluten Free For 2 Weeks And Feeling Awful

[JamieS119]

Hello all, I was recently diagnosed with celiac disease via positive blood tests as well as biopsies. I am 99% certain that I have removed all gluten from my diet. I have been so excited to begin feeling good after years of unexplained complaints and medical issues. I am extremly fatigued and for the first time in my life have even began napping. Someone recently theorized that perhaps my body is detoxing and it may take awhile longer to begin reaping benefits. I am wondering if anyone else experienced the same type of transition? Thank you so much for help and support, Jamie

[starrytrekchic]

Yes, my exhaustion period didn't occur for a couple of months in, but I spent about a month pretty much unable to move. It'll pass. Might make sure you're not missing anything crucial in the vitamin/mineral department.

[mushroom]

Yes, gluten withdrawal/detox is common. Gluten acts like an opioid to the body and you often go through a period, as when you stop smoking, where you wonder why am I doing this when it makes me feel so awful? But you have to push through it to the other side

[domesticactivist]

Yes. I'm still feeling this way. I'm hoping it will pass, and planning on getting tested for deficiencies as well.