Since the time a person learned to bake bread, disputes have not ceased around his main protein — gluten. Its benefits have not yet been proven. But doctors have long known about the manifestation of an allergic reaction to gluten. However, in addition to the usual signs — heartburn, bloating, pain in it — there are some very unusual ones. They skillfully disguise themselves as other diseases, so you should know them so as not to waste your time on unnecessary treatment. We bring to your attention nine

unexpected signs that indicate gluten intolerance.

Gluten intolerance can cause psoriasis and eczema

Sign #1. Depression and anxiety. Scientists from the University of Maryland have shown that depression, anxiety and mood swings are very often the result of gluten intolerance. Among other signs — mood swings, insomnia, lack of appetite, fatigue.

  • Remove the problematic ingredient from your diet — and the symptoms will disappear.

Sign #2. Eruptions on the skin. People with gluten intolerance are prone to various skin rashes.  They often develop dandruff, eczema, or psoriasis. A characteristic symptom is a red, intensely itchy rash. Every fourth person experiences it.

  • Reduce irritated skin by avoiding wheat based products.

Sign #3. Headache. It is a symptom of many health problems. But if this causes diarrhea, skin rashes, which are accompanied by itching, as well as a decrease in the level of iron in the blood, then there is gluten intolerance.

  • Eating foods containing gluten causes headaches within 1-2 hours of eating in people who are intolerant of it.

Sign #4. Chronic fatigue. If the breakdown is accompanied by diarrhea and other digestive problems, it is time to visit a specialist.

  • Incorrect absorption of nutrients and vitamins from food can lead to malnutrition.

Sign #5. Low body resistance. Weakened immunity — another warning sign. People with gluten intolerance have lower levels of antibodies that protect against disease. Because of this, they are prone to seasonal infections and defenseless against viruses and bacteria.
Eliminate gluten from your diet and you will notice that you are less prone to colds.

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Gluten intolerance as a cause of infertility

Symptom #6: Sudden weight loss or gain. Many people with this intolerance  experiencing unexpected fluctuations in weight.

  • Gluten elimination and a healthy diet will help to normalize weight.

Sign #7. Fertility disorders. Doctors say there is a link between gluten intolerance and fertility problems in both women and men. This is due to the anemia or malnutrition that develops with such a disease. The body strengthens gluten, which leads to damage to the intestinal villi. As a result, nutrients are not properly absorbed, and the person suffers from a lack of vitamins and minerals, which makes it impossible to conceive a child.

  • A new diet may be the best treatment for infertility.

Sign #8. Joint pain. Some people's bodies react to gluten as a toxin. After eating products containing this component, internal inflammatory processes occur. For example, joint pain, which is often confused with arthritis.

  • Pain in the joints is often indicative of hypersensitivity to gluten. Eliminate gluten from your menu and the unpleasant symptoms will disappear.

Symptom #9. Tingling in limbs. Gluten sensitive people complain of constant tingling in their hands and feet. These symptoms are indicative of neuropathy. But it can also be a sign of other diseases, such as kidney disease or diabetes.

  • If there is no explanation for the continuous tingling of the legs and arms, consult your physician. Maybe it's — body reaction to gluten.

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