Two Questions

[knf]

Hi, First post, but I have learned a lot from reading. I've been gluten-free for nearly 10 years for self diagnosed issues. Since then both blood and saliva testing show extreme intolerance- though no celiac testing.

I'm 49. In the last year it seems that I am WAY more sensitive to gluten as well as other foods. I used to be able to limit gluten attacks to just a couple of times a year. In the past year, it seems to be about once a month. Especially the week right after my period, I think I am so much more sensitive. Is there any evidence for changing sensitivity with horomones - either just monthly cycling or perimenopause?

Second question is wondering if there are any suggestions to speed up the process of getting unglutened. 4-5 days of hell from teriyaki sauce is ruining my week. The pattern is so predictable, I wonder if anyone has figured out a way to get over it faster!

[Lisa]

Hi, First post, but I have learned a lot from reading. I've been gluten-free for nearly 10 years for self diagnosed issues. Since then both blood and saliva testing show extreme intolerance- though no celiac testing.

I'm 49. In the last year it seems that I am WAY more sensitive to gluten as well as other foods. I used to be able to limit gluten attacks to just a couple of times a year. In the past year, it seems to be about once a month. Especially the week right after my period, I think I am so much more sensitive. Is there any evidence for changing sensitivity with horomones - either just monthly cycling or perimenopause?

Second question is wondering if there are any suggestions to speed up the process of getting unglutened. 4-5 days of hell from teriyaki sauce is ruining my week. The pattern is so predictable, I wonder if anyone has figured out a way to get over it faster!

Welcome knf!

I am going through a questionable period myself and can't answer your questions. But, I wanted to welcome you to the forum.

I did read something about hormones and sensitivity today on the forum. I shall look! And welcome again.

Edit:

Yes, I remember now. It was regarding hormone injected beef and reactions (not gluten reaction, but reaction).

[T.H.]

I know that my daughter and myself grew more sensitive over about a year and half. My father's diet seems to be not working so well suddenly after about 9 years, so I think he may be growing more sensitive as well.

Might definitely be worth your while to cut back on processed foods, see if that helps, eh?

[knf]

Thanks guys. That's interesting that other people's sensitivity changes as well over long periods of time.

It's definitely not processed foods as I have a very clean diet. Nothing processed. Mostly organic. Almost no dairy. This year I've been experimenting with cutting back on soy and corn though that doesn't seem to make much difference. I suspect there may be other food sensitivities cropping up, but can't figure out what they are. Or perhaps other foods just make me more sensitive to the tiny amounts of gluten I used to be ok with. Has anyone else experienced that?

But, my instincts still think it has a lot to do with hormones.

[jenngolightly]

Thanks guys. That's interesting that other people's sensitivity changes as well over long periods of time.

It's definitely not processed foods as I have a very clean diet. Nothing processed. Mostly organic. Almost no dairy. This year I've been experimenting with cutting back on soy and corn though that doesn't seem to make much difference. I suspect there may be other food sensitivities cropping up, but can't figure out what they are. Or perhaps other foods just make me more sensitive to the tiny amounts of gluten I used to be ok with. Has anyone else experienced that?

But, my instincts still think it has a lot to do with hormones.

No processed foods for me either and I kept feeling sick so I eliminated sugar, corn, soy, dairy, all grains, and starchy veggies last May. That did the trick - felt so much better. Then it became apparent immediately... I'm allergic to nuts. Will reintroduce those foods (no nuts ever, tho) one at a time in May to see which is the problem food(s).