I’ve been gluten free for a little over 24 hours now. I feel zero difference, which is exactly what I expected right now. In fact, the more I read the more it looks like two weeks will be the bare minimum time to start feeling something change. I’m now considering doing a full month to give it a fair chance, and here’s why:

Gluten sensitivity:

• Increases inflammation
• Irritates autoimmune reactions
• Makes diabetes, arthritis, IBS, and hypothyroidism worse
• Decreases your serotonin levels, which increases carbohydrate cravings
• Causes weight gain

Symptoms include:

• Bloating
• Gas
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Headaches or migraines
• Fatigue or lethargy
• ADD or hyperactivity
• In rare cases, bone or joint pain
• Lactose intolerance
• Eczema

The pink is the stuff I worry about, have issues with, and/or have a family history of. If there is even a TINY chance of any of those things getting better, the smallest glimmer that my stomach will stop hurting? I’m in. So far, it’s not so tough.

Yesterday I ate: