Callum06

Wow - CRAZY that you mention TrueHope. The nurse that was prepping me for my biopsy on Monday mentioned that! Now I'll definitely have to look into it!! Irritability is a huge symptom for me, so it is very inspiring to hear that has improved for you. I'm so sorry about your thyroid issues. When it rains, it pours, I guess. It really makes you question...

Wow, I'm really intrigued by the bipolar/celiac connection! Clinical depression runs hard-core in my family along with anxiety and ocd. However, I was the first to be diagnosed with a bipolar disorder. My psychopharmacologist/neurologist initially was attempting to treat me for depression, but after trying a million different meds (most of which made me...

I haven't really bothered with the processed stuff too much. I stocked the fridge with fresh fruit, veggies, chicken and eggs. The only gluten-free stuff that is totally addicting right now are these blue corn/quinoa chips with guac or pico de gallo. YUM! But yeah, for the the reasons above, I'm just sticking with a simple diet. I was tracking before...

Monica - I also have a bipolar disorder/severe anxiety (soft IV, not included in DSM). I have suddenly begun to wonder if there is a connection as well. I don't know if it is psychosomatic, but I have been gluten free going on day 5 now, and my energy and mood has climbed a great deal. This could have nothing to do with being gluten-free or everything...

Hi Monica! I am new to this forum and new to celiac. I was also diagnosed this week. I have not had my biopsy (that is on Monday), but my blood was positive and I have been very sick for the last month (additional lactose issues for the last 1.5 years). I am also a mother to two young children (boys), ages 3 and 5 so it sounds like we are in a similar...