Post-biopsy: the year of many changes

After I had the biopsy done I once again went back to doing things on my own. I was still having ups and downs, which I couldn't really figure out other than ups and downs with my stress level. When things would get too bad I would end up eating plain white rice for a couple days until I could get things evened out again. Those days are probably some of the worst I can remember. Feeling so nauseated and gross that just the thought of putting something into my mouth and eating made me want to barf. Thankfully those days were spread out pretty well, so it was maybe every few months I would get to feeling that bad.

Throughout the year I had a lot of changes. I moved out of my parent's house, found a new doctor (she was average, didn't give me much additional info), moved again, kinda sorta dated someone, changed jobs. It was a full year for sure. I was still having my ups and downs physically, but I was also starting to notice some serious mood swings. One week I would be super happy and cheerful and then the next I'd be depressed and just want to sleep all day and do nothing. I was also coming to terms with the fact that I have anxiety issues when it comes to situations I can't control.

When I changed jobs I ended up getting a recommendation to a new doctor who was an osteopath and practice integrative medicine. I personally really like the idea of integrative medicine. I think that eastern medicine has a lot to offer, even though it tends to sound a bit hokey. So I gave her a shot. On my first visit she did a bunch of lab work, something I've always appreciated because of all the risks and complications associated with Celiacs. She ended up finding that I had some vitamin deficiencies and put me on multiple different supplements. She also put me on glutamine (a precursor to GABA, a neurotransmitter that can affect moods). Once I got better about taking my vitamins regularly I really started to see a big difference. Mostly in my moods and energy level. I still get a little PMS, but it isn't nearly as bad as it used to be mood wise. I've also felt like I've had more energy. The new doc also had me get a bone density scan, another test I felt someone should have recommended a long time ago but never did. Everything came back pretty normal, but I do have a tiny bit of bone loss in my spine.

Well, we're finally up to date on my journey! I take a handful of pills every morning and night, but it helps so much I could care less. I eat as well as I can, though frequency of eating could be better for sure. My moods are much improved, my digestive state has been pretty steading (with a few minor bumps though), and overall I'm just feeling more balanced. Oh! I almost forgot, I get accupuncture too. I actually really like it. It's relaxing and I think it really does help you to be more balanced.