hi all! Bringing this up to the front to see how everyone is doing.
I have hypothyroidism, fibromyalgia and RA. I so far have avoided any meds for the RA other than over the counter stuff and occassional steriods, but that will change soon.
I did a low carb/low fat diet and lost the first 75 pounds that way, but it was so restrictive (due to food allergies) that I struggled for the past 10 months. I did notice that as soon as I reintroduced gluten into my diet (one of my allergy foods) that the RA pain started flaring up. I am most effected in my hands, knees, hips & shoulders.
The gluten triggered the worst flare up I have ever had. It lasted 5 months and I couldn't even walk. Steroids did nothing, even Vicodin didn't touch the pain.
I have changed over to the Atkins diet and am doing well. I would say to anyone with an autoimmune disease to get blood work done for food allergies (they are called an IGG and IGE test).
When you consume foods you are allergic too it triggers your immune system into overdrive, making all the other conditions worse. Not all reactions are rash, hives or swelling. It can be things like migraines, IBS, inflammation, fatigue, muscle pain, etc.
Would love to hear from others for support
All my bet,
Kat
CW 190