Hi WeaveHerr,

Everyone is different. Some people feel better almost instantly. I've heard of others who say it was almost a year before they felt well, and some continue to have problems beyond then... but anyone who fails to show improvement by 6-12 months should probably be considering the possibility of additional co-existing problems.

We knew we were on the right track with my daughter within the first week. Her explosive diarrhea dropped from about 6 times a day down to once or twice a day within a week...with much less cramping and gas. It took about six months before we began to see formed stools. Her stomach aches and neurological symptoms showed improvement within the first month. Rashes, general health, asthma... all improved slowly over time...some into the second year.

As mentioned, it is extremely important to get every little speck of gluten out, and that can take some time to get a handle on. You need to consider possible sources of cross contamination... including sharing a kitchen with others eating gluten (cutting boards, toasters), contaminated margarine and other condiments, etc. If you think you need more help in that area, just say so... because we can offer more tips and resources.

As many as 50% of those with gluten sensitivity also have casein sensitivity, and sometimes other food sensitivity as well.

Some people have underlying vitamin deficiency which also needs to be addressed, that can be the cause of remaining symptoms. Try googling fish oil and Raynaud's together... you might be one to especially benefit from boosting your essential fatty acids. You can check the vitamin deficiency forum for more on that.

Hang in there, and keep reading and asking questions.

Cara