Well, here we go...after being diagnosed with Hashimoto's Disease (an
auto immune disease that is directly related to the thyroid) I have
been doing my own research. I have realized that modern medicine is
ONLY concerned with controlling your symptoms, not trying to figure out
what is causing the symptoms. I have long held the belief that you get
sick for a reason, because your body is out of whack.
I have also come the startling realization, after myself and my sister being diagnosed with auto immune diseases really close to one another, that perhaps my mom was not sick "all in her head" as I originally thought. I thought she had depression, and some other medical issues, but now I really think that she may have had an undiagnosed auto immune disease. Shame on me for being so critical of her.
After the intial phase of freaking out, and yes peeps, that is the reason I was so reluctant to tell people, I really need time for this shit to sink it. It was terrifying at first, and then I began to do research, and the terror was replaced with knowledge. That knowledge is difficult, and will require a complete lifestyle change, forever making me that "pain in the ass" whenever it comes time to eat....
Here I am worried about what a pain this will be for my friends and family...thats my big concern now. No more just eating whatever, and grabbing food to go. Its going to be worth it, but I do hate being difficult.
So today is day 2.5 of being gluten free. According to the research, Hashimotos' and gluten are like putting gas on a fire. Hashimotos is controlled largely through herbal supplements and diet, and if the thyroid doesnt work at all, like mine, then perhaps prescription medication as well. I am still taking the prescription meds, but have ordered a colon cleanse, gone gluten free, and am working on finding a Dr. to supervise the natural supplements that I need. People with Hashimotos' do not absorb vit D and other nutrients like others, so hence the need for a Dr. to prescribe specific supplements.
I have learned to focus on the things I can have, instead of all of the things I cannot. I have several friends that have saved me time and money by telling me what to buy, and what to stay away from.
Eventually, after I get a good grasp on the gluten free life, I will need to also eliminate dairy, and soy. Both are bad for Hashimotos'. I also need to eliminate corn products from my diet, but one thing at a time right?
Its day 2.5 and already I have a massively increased amount of energy, am sleeping better, feel less bloated, and have an increased mood. I actually was able to work out for 30 minutes last night!!! This is quite an accomplisment if you have been around me in the last few months while I battled with constant exhaustion. An added bonus, I have already lost one whole pound!!! I now weigh myself daily because Im interested to keep track and measure progress. Weight loss is difficult with Hashimotos' but Im determined to make this happen. Wont be hard, when I cant eat my most favorite fattening foods!!!!!!
I appreciate everyone's support so far, mostly my husband who has been awesome even when I hinted that I would probably sneak in some family GF meals!!!
WOOHOO!!!
I have also come the startling realization, after myself and my sister being diagnosed with auto immune diseases really close to one another, that perhaps my mom was not sick "all in her head" as I originally thought. I thought she had depression, and some other medical issues, but now I really think that she may have had an undiagnosed auto immune disease. Shame on me for being so critical of her.
After the intial phase of freaking out, and yes peeps, that is the reason I was so reluctant to tell people, I really need time for this shit to sink it. It was terrifying at first, and then I began to do research, and the terror was replaced with knowledge. That knowledge is difficult, and will require a complete lifestyle change, forever making me that "pain in the ass" whenever it comes time to eat....
Here I am worried about what a pain this will be for my friends and family...thats my big concern now. No more just eating whatever, and grabbing food to go. Its going to be worth it, but I do hate being difficult.
So today is day 2.5 of being gluten free. According to the research, Hashimotos' and gluten are like putting gas on a fire. Hashimotos is controlled largely through herbal supplements and diet, and if the thyroid doesnt work at all, like mine, then perhaps prescription medication as well. I am still taking the prescription meds, but have ordered a colon cleanse, gone gluten free, and am working on finding a Dr. to supervise the natural supplements that I need. People with Hashimotos' do not absorb vit D and other nutrients like others, so hence the need for a Dr. to prescribe specific supplements.
I have learned to focus on the things I can have, instead of all of the things I cannot. I have several friends that have saved me time and money by telling me what to buy, and what to stay away from.
Eventually, after I get a good grasp on the gluten free life, I will need to also eliminate dairy, and soy. Both are bad for Hashimotos'. I also need to eliminate corn products from my diet, but one thing at a time right?
Its day 2.5 and already I have a massively increased amount of energy, am sleeping better, feel less bloated, and have an increased mood. I actually was able to work out for 30 minutes last night!!! This is quite an accomplisment if you have been around me in the last few months while I battled with constant exhaustion. An added bonus, I have already lost one whole pound!!! I now weigh myself daily because Im interested to keep track and measure progress. Weight loss is difficult with Hashimotos' but Im determined to make this happen. Wont be hard, when I cant eat my most favorite fattening foods!!!!!!
I appreciate everyone's support so far, mostly my husband who has been awesome even when I hinted that I would probably sneak in some family GF meals!!!
WOOHOO!!!
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