While the claim that constipation caused by celiac disease can lead to depression may be a little bold there may be some truth to this. One of the celiac disease symptoms for some people is constipation. Depression is another possible consequence of facing any sort of gluten intolerance, whether it is celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
The connection between the two issues may not be entirely clear yet, but the constipation caused by celiac disease is often accompanied by a malabsorption of nutrients, which can cause a deficiency in certain nutrients. Nutritional deficiencies have been linked to depression, so there may be a connection in this area.
In addition constipation can be very uncomfortable and on top of all the other symptoms the person may be experiencing it can lead to a discouraging feeling that can turn to depression. This can be especially true when combined with the thought of having to follow a life long gluten elimination diet to treat the problem. Many people initially feel overwhelmed by the thought of living gluten-free and this can cause anxiety and stress, which can also lead to depression.
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