I was on a low carb diet and did not eat any breads for the past month and I felt great! My stomach pains, bloating, and constipation, and lethargy went away. As soon as I began introducing bread in small amounts back into my diet, I started to get the same symptoms again that I have had my whole life. I am thinking it is an allergy or intolerance. I have talked to my doctor in the past and she said to try an elimination diet to see what is bothering me...which I did. \nAre there tests that say which it is?
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Wheat and gluten are NOT one in the same. Wheat contains gluten, and there is a particular particle in gluten called gliaden which causes problems in coeliac disease (gluten allergy). However, I have a wheat allergy, and have to avoid any food containing even tiny amounts of it, but I can eat other foods which contain gluten, such as corn (maize) and oats. \n\nI'll warn you now though, it's difficult to live life on a wheat free diet (harder still on a gluten free diet). And the problem is, once you've started it, you can't just change your mind. As your body gets used to not having any wheat, it becomes more intolerant of it, so if you have even a tiny amount it will cause problems. Well, it did for me anyway - I stopped eating wheat and after 6 months I ate ONE sweet which happened to contain wheat and ended up having the worst stomach pains I've ever had and profuse diarrhoea. That's happened a few times, if I've eaten something which I didn't realise contained wheat and it's VERY unpleasant. However, if, on a wheat free diet you feel a lot better, then make the decision to give up wheat. It's not easy, but it'll be worth it!
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You definitely have an allergy to something.  Perhaps it is to something that you have eaten.  You should go to see your doctor who can refer you to an Allergist.  They will be able to run an alergy test on you to see what types of things you are allergic to so that they will better know how to help you.
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I have has IBS for @ 15 yrs but sympton fee for @ 13 yrs and lactose has had nothing to do with it( I went off all lactose products for 2 weeks...no change)...wat u have to do is...eliminate 1 thing per week and write a journel and  calculate your "movements" in accordance with your diet. It can be a lenghty process but worth it in the end...my biggest problem was peanut butter and things containing nut products... Its not a nice condition and I wish u luck with discovering your bad dietry products.   :)
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I also have celiac.  In my case, gluten intolerance with painful neurological manifestations including difficulty walking that went away after going GF (was on my way to a wheelchair within a few years), as well as the classic GI symptoms.  \n\nI've heard this too.  It's very frustrating, especially since for the most part the people doing this aren't on a "gluten-free diet" as we need to do it.  They take the bun off the burger and pick the toppings off the pizza, while saying they're gluten-free.  Arg!!!\n\nBUT, the upside I see about this is that with this possibly becoming a fad, it may make more manufacturers take the unnecessary gluten out of their products.  Cereals like Rice Krispies come to mind.  I mean do they REALLY need the barley malt in there?  \n\nMy biggest worry is that restaurants will be miseducated by the people who are doing it for a fad and get the impression that we can just pick the croutons off the salad,  or that they don't have to worry about cross contamination.  I'm concerned that those of us with true health problems will be looked upon as paranoid or obsessive and will start having even more problems eating out that we already do.  \n\nI'm not sure if you're on these message boards, but if you aren't, please come visit. \n\nwww.glutenfreeforurm.com\nwww.celiacforums.com\n\nWith the holidays coming up we're all exchanging recipes for all the GF goodies.  A lot of people with celiac, especially those who have been diagnosed for a long time, don't realize how many amazing gluten-free versions of different things have been developed, especially just in the last few years.  It's no long limited to Ener-G Rice Loaf anymore.  The father of a friend of mine was diagnosed with celiac 50 years ago, and he had no idea that any of the newer GF things even existed until after I got my diagnosis.   \n\nNancy
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Hi:\n\nIt really depends on:\n1) what you eat\n2) Did you had it before? when did it start?\n3) You can be intolerant to some types of food (milk, peanuts, etc...)\n4) There are many types of diarrhea, the one that you describe is more like a "malabsorption diarrhea" (usually because of the food you eat and some times because of parasites and intolerance)\n\ngood luck, search in : www.emadicine.com
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Hi Duttie.  I have had Celiac Disease (CD) my entire life (I am 52 years old).  Sadly, it was not properly diagnosed until last year (had to figure it out myself).\n\nCeliac Disease is an autoimmune disease that damages the lining of the small intestine.  This is the part of the gut where most of your digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.\n\nCD is caused by an allergic reaction to certain proteins in grains (wheat, rye and barley) called glutens/gliadins.  The only treatment is total avoidance of these foods in the diet.\n\nCD can cause a wide variety of symptoms.  The disease is now known to occur in about 1 person in 100, but here in the U.S. only about 3% of people with the disease get properly diagnosed (me, for example).  The classic symptoms include diarrhea and weight loss, but these are actually not the most common symptoms.  Unexplained fatigue is the most common symptom.  Many patients are actually over weight. Many patients with CD get the 'label' of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).  Any time a doctor says this to a patient and the doctor has not ruled out CD by proper testing, then it is my professional opinion that the doctor is incompetent.\n\nLiver problems, other allergies, skin problems, brain dysfunction, kidney stones, virtually any organ system can be affected by this disease.\n\nAs a child I had a lot of problems with allergies, chronic ear infections, bladder problems and eventually bowel problems/diarrhea.  The medical docs 'blamed me' for these problems.  As an adult, I got the useless label of IBS.  Note: IBS is not a diagnosis (it does not tell you what is wrong) - it is a LABEL for unexplained bowel problems.\n\nHope this is helpful to you and your children.  CD does tend to run in the family.  Researchers recommend testing for close relatives if someone in the family is diagnosed with this disease.\n\nBest wishes and good luck!
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Your body is craving the "energy" that carbohydrates gives us.There are other alternatives from the carbs.Try snacking on apple slices with 1 T of fat free peanutbutter or cut up some celery,broccoli,carrots so they can be on hand when you are having those attacks.Don't drink soda as it is empty calories plus the glucose(sugar ) adds up to extra pounds.It is hard to advoid tempations such as cookies,cakes,pies..(I have a sweet tooth myself) My doctor told me I have to watch my insulin levels as I am not breaking the carbs so I am on a high protein low carb diet.I would recommend getting some books such as south beach,zone or a low carb cookbook that you can make wonderful recipies out of and hopefully this will cure your desire for carbs.
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It might be a good idea to get tested for Celiac Disease.  Gallbladder dysfunction is common with this condition.  \n\nCeliac Disease (CD) is an autoimmune disease that damages the lining of the small intestine.  It is caused by an allergic reaction to the protein in common grains (wheat, rye, and barley) called glutens/gliadins.  \n\nThe damage to the small intestine results in decreased production of a very important hormone called Cholecystokinin (CCK).  CCK is the hormone that causes the gallbladder to contract.  Therefore, it is critical to proper gallbladder function.  Poor gallbladder function is therefore common with Celiac Disease.\n\nCeliac Disease is very common. Current estimates are that 1 person in every 100 has it.  Sadly, most medical doctors know very little about this very common disease.  As a result, only about 3% of people with CD in the U.S. get properly diagnosed.\n\nOne reason for the low level of recognition of the disease by doctors is that they do not understand the many, many different ways the disease can 'present' itself.  They are only trained to recognize what is called the 'classic presenting signs and symptoms'.  Unfortunately, MOST people with the disease do not 'present with the classic signs and symptoms'!  So, the condition is rarely recognized.\n\nAsk your doctor for a referral to someone who specializes in Celiac Disease.  The diagnosis can usually be made by simple blood tests (by docs that know what they are doing).  Occassionally, a stool sample test is needed to make the diagnosis.\n\nSince your doc likely is unknowledgeable about this common disorder, you may want to 'educate' him/her.  The medical journal "Gastroenterology" published an entire supplemental issue on this subject in April 2005.  It is available from their website.  Note: many leading medical journals have published review articles on CD in the last two years in an effort to get the medical world to 'start paying attention' to this common disorder.\n\nBest wishes and good luck!
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I hear you loud and clear. Not only do I have ibs,but I have lactose intolerance and a load of fruit allergies.  I eat things like soups,chicken and rice that sort of thing. Cinnamon raisin toast is really good for your stomach too. It's really up to you. You should keep a diary, start introducing different foods, and make a note of which agreed and which didn't. It's different for everyone.
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I'm afraid we're in the same boat as you.  I can eat small amounts of cheese, yogurt, ice cream, and butter without symptoms...but if I eat them too frequently, or in large amounts, then it's the usual symptoms...and no, Lactaid doesn't always work for me either.\n\nYou have to learn moderation...and to do without the things you used to love (mmm...milk), if, like me, your allergy developed later in life.  It sucks, yes...but you learn to live with it.\n\nLarge amounts of soy-based products can have adverse affects as well...and I personally cannot stand soy-based substitutes...but that's me.  \n\nAs for lactose-free items....those are mostly safe, but sometimes even the lactose free milk (Lactaid) will still bother me.\n\nNot sure about the watercress thing...hadn't heard that one before.
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do you know if your son is intolerant to anything I am intolerant to dairy products and wheat (big time) If I eat bread I get agonising pains in stomach try stopping both  and see if this works if not call an ambulance and tell them he has collapsed in agony then he will definitely be seen instantly.  Good luck to you.
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You might have IBS.  You could have lactose intolerance.  Don't eat large amount of wheat.  Avoid the sweetener sorbitol  Try Gas-X or Beano.   Do more walking.
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most likely it is what u are eating that is causing this..watch what u eat in the next for days..and see if there is any difference..also i would check with my md..possible IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) md can describe u something for this
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Well as a matter of fact, my cousin had it and told her to stop eating coffee, and sugar. And it stopped..you might be eating something that is not agreeing to you, maybe bread, yeast, soda, salt. Try it for at least a month and note it done on paper. Took my cousin a month and she noticed it was gone, the inching. And it could be your nerves too..but go to the doctor and find out..they can study what the problems can be...God Bless you..hope all will be right for you..( can be soap, lotions etc...)
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Sorry, but it sounds like he has allergic reactions to these two food groups.  Only treatment is avoidance.  Given his severe symptoms, he should be motivated to do so!
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Well my mother is a celiac. Basically it is an intolerance to gluten, which is a protein found in most wheats and starch. The villi (nutrient absorption organs) within your bowel cannt absorb it and you may get severe bloating, pains, cramps, diaroheaor headcahe etc. Malnurtrition is also very common. If the diet is not adhered to, it can lead to Lymphoma of the bowel. I have a stack of info regarding this so feel free to email me:\nsmileitsleah@yahoo.com.au
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Hi Bunny!  This is an interesting problem.  "Theoretically" an allergy to vitamin C might kill you because the allergic reaction would destroy your body's stores of vitamin C and you would die from scurvy.  How do you know it is vitamin C you are allergic to and not some other component in the citrus fruits and supplements?\n\nWhat symptoms do you get?  Are they immediate  (minutes to 1 or 2 hours) or delayed (several hours to days later)?\n\nYou also note  that you are lactose intolerant.  This can be caused by Celiac Disease (CD).  CD can lead to many food allergies/intolerances because it damages your small intestine leading to Intestinal Hyperpermeability (increased 'leakage' of large molecules through the intestine and into the blood where the immune system recognizes them as 'foreign' and attacks).\n\nCeliac Disease is an autoimmune disease that attacks and damages the lining of the small intestine.  Lactase (the enzyme that digests lactose) becomes deficient because it is produced by the lining of the small intestine that is being destroyed.  CD is caused by an allergy to the proteins gluten/gliadin that are found in wheat, rye and barley.  It can be tested for by simple blood tests.  You will need to find a doc with good knowledge in this field - someone who diagnoses and treats CD regularly.\n\nGood Luck!