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[quote=Anonymous]I disagree with the anti-gluten-free posts. There is a lot of science behind the problems gluten causes. Google it, and you will find loads of research.

Gluten does not leave your body for about nine months, and you have to be incredibly conscientious about getting every molecule of gluten out of your diet, which is very hard. It hides in lots of foods, not just wheat.

I gave up dairy and gluten, and I feel much better. I have not eaten gluten for several years. I lost weight so I continued. On the few occasions I've eaten gluten, I've felt very tired afterwards.

I'm not a particularly ignorant person, although I don't claim to know everything about gluten intolerance. I went to a licensed doctor and a licensed nutritionist, both of whom suggested I give up gluten and dairy, which I did. Some people are just more sensitive to foods. I come from a very allergic family, so it's in my genes, I guess.

Well, after that rant, I'd like to say to the OP: GIVE UP SUGAR!! It's inflammation that makes you achy, most likely. I gave up sugar (well, OK, cut back drastically), and all my morning aches disappeared. I'm in my 50s, and only feel achy when I eat a lot of sugar. Of course I don't eat gluten or dairy, there could be some synergies there making me feel better, but sugar, in my case, is the culprit. It has no nutritional value, so there's NO downside to giving it up. Try Stevia, xylitol as substitutes. Agave, honey and maple syrup are slightl better sweeteners -- at least they cause fewer problems for me than does white sugar.

BTW, I hate being over 50. Hate it hate it hate it until I consider the alternative, and then I'm thankful to be alive and healthy. Focus on what's good in your life and make small improvements as you are able, OP. GL[/quote]

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