Life (Issue 04)

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luten Intolerance can develop at any age, depending on various genetic factors.

The effects could be any combination of

bloating, abnormal bowel movements, abdominal pains,

headaches,

tiredness,

skin

issues,

depression, unexplained weight loss, anaemia (iron

Disorders can happen anytime from within minutes

to hours from ingestion. Ignoring the condition can result is permanent organ damage, and over time even with fatal consequences.

Diagnosis is initially carried out by testing the

deficiency), anxiety, autoimmune disorders, joint

presence of tTG-IgA tissue (transglutaminase

fogging.

containing diet prior to test. Further examinations

and muscle pains, leg or arm numbness, and brain

antibodies) in the bloods. Patient must be on a gluten

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