June 14, 2009

Gluten Intolerance And Depression

I found this article on "Gluten Intolerance And Depression" on @GlutenFreedom Twitter page. The article talks about how malabsorption can lead to depression.

 

Wait...Depression??? "Geeez, my friend is eating a really yummy looking German Chocolate cake. What if I took a little bite? I want some so bad!!!" I can't say I don't go through that! Some Anti-glutites seem to struggle internally which I believe can cause depression. How about the being invited over or out to eat and not wanting to be a bother or a nuisance because your diet is extremely different? I get sick of asking questions too!

 

Yes, we know being gluten-free sucks, but think about the way you feel being gluten-free?

 

I also notice that people seem to think that if you don't show you're allergic to gluten then you're not allergic. Just because YOU cant see my affects doesn't mean I am not being affected. I get this a lot. How about anyone else? That may be another issue... frustration can possibly lead to depression... I don't know!

 

Happy eating, learning and living! Gluten-Free...
Posted by Lindsy Riches (Anti-Glutite) at 9:48 AM
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What is Celiac Disease?

Celiac disease is a disease of the small intestine. The small intestine is a 22 foot long tube that begins at the stomach and ends at the large intestine (colon). The first 1-1/2 feet of the small intestine (the part that is attached to the stomach) is called the duodenum, the middle part is called the jejunum, and the last part (the part that is attached to the colon) is called the ileum. Food empties from the stomach into the small intestine where it is digested and absorbed into the body. While food is being digested and absorbed, it is transported by the small intestine to the colon. What enters the colon is primarily undigested food. In celiac disease, there is an immunological (allergic) reaction within the inner lining of the small intestine to (gluten) that are present in wheat, rye, barley and, to a lesser extent, in oats. The immunological reaction causes inflammation that destroys the lining of the small intestine. This reduces the absorption of dietary nutrients and can lead to symptoms and signs of nutritional, vitamin, and mineral deficiencies.

I found this information at the link below.
http://www.medicinenet.com/celiac_disease/article.htm

BTW I dont claim to be an expert or doctor. This is information I have found or what has worked for me.