Monday, April 8, 2013

What’s All This Gluten Talk?

As many as 20 million Americans could be affected with gluten sensitivity and not know it. Gluten sensitivity is much more common than you may realize. The upside is that if you discover a gluten intolerance, it is manageable. Even if you do not suffer from gluten sensitivity, you may feel a great benefit from cutting it out for a few weeks.

Salus Coach Maria is gluten free by choice, not because of diagnosed sensitivity. “I have many of my clients eating gluten free with wonderful success in not only weight loss, improved biomarkers, reduction or remission of arthritis symptoms, improved sleep, increased energy (after a transitional 2 week transition period), and a healed gut which translated into remission of digestive issues.

Do you suffer from gluten sensitivity?

Gluten Sensitivity Quiz
Count all symptoms that you experience on a regular, chronic basis.  

Digestive Symptoms
  • Frequent bloating or gas
  • Diagnosed with IBS or acid reflux
  • Daily diarrhea or chronic constipation

Neurologic & Skeletal Symptoms
  • Migraine or headaches
  • Joint pains or aches
  • Brain fog

Hormonal & Immune Symptoms
  • Depression or anxiety
  • Ongoing fatigue
  • Chronic eczema or acne 
Four or more symptoms indicate that gluten may be impacting your health.  You may want to consult with your physician or, try going gluten free for 2-4 weeks and notice how you feel afterward. 

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