BloatusMaximus' Blog

So, today I am exactly 4 weeks gluten free. Had some accidental glutten poisoning last weekend which resulted in another breakout of hives and no sleep that lasted almost one week. I have only been half-heartedly toying with the dairy free experiment up until 3 days ago. I would occasionally add a dollop or two of yogurt to a smoothie or put a little cream in my coffee which resulted in minor gas and scant bloating. But I decided to completely forgoe the dairy products for a few days just to see if there were any improvements to be had. And guess what? I have had this wonderful strange sense of calm. I slept good for the last 2 nights and my muscles are relaxed and not tense. This nasty shoulder, neck, and back tension has lifted considerably. I am almost giddy with anticipation over what the future might be like if this healing continues.

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The physical part of this disease sucks, to be sure. But the most significant effect on me is neurological. The nerve problems and insomnia have been unbearable.

I found myself actually thanking God for this gluten problem (along with the other intolerances). This is something that I can control. Up until now, I felt like my health was completely out of control and my downward spiraling health problems seemed unstoppable. This can make anyone depressed. But the mytery has finally been exposed. I am thankful that this lifelong problem has a name and I am not dying of some mysterious, unspeakable disease. I can finally move forward in life and be confident that I can engage in anything I want. I have been held back too long.

All this being said, I hope I haven't spoken prematurely about being "healed". I still have a long ways to go and can only pray for my sleep to improve. It's a long way up from the very bottom.

Thomas