Neurological illnessessuch as epilepsy, depression, and anxiety also are common in those who react to gluten.
In addition, a serious autoimmune condition called gluten ataxia affects a small number of people.
Here’s a rundown of the neurological conditions impacted by gluten.
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Depression and Anxiety
Research shows that people with celiac disease suffer from much higher-than-average rates ofdepressionand anxiety.
It’s not clear why gluten ingestion leads to these two neurological conditions.
Regardless, you’re far from alone if you experience depression and anxiety from gluten.
Their brains cloud up and they feel less effective, even stupid and clumsy.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is another frequent complaint, in both adults and children.
Migraines
Migrainesare commonly mentioned as bothceliac disease symptomsandgluten sensitivity symptoms.
Many people with these conditions report experiencing migraine headache pain.
Epilepsy
Epilepsyresults when neurons in the brain fire incorrectly, leading to seizures and potentially even unconsciousness.
Celiac disease also has been associated with a rare constellation of epilepsy and bilateral occipital calcifications.
Research has shown a gluten-free diet can have benefits to individuals with schizophrenia, but more study is needed.
Gluten ataxia can impact the nervous system.
The number of people who have it is thought to be very small.
However, many more people with celiac or gluten sensitivity have symptoms similar to those seen in gluten ataxia.
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