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Losing Weight as a Celiac

How long after diagnosis should I try to lose weight?

I was diagnosed about two months ago at 44 years old. My weight is about 20lbs (Canadian) over where I like it to sit. It appears I’ve been celiac likely since I finished cancer treatment over 10 years ago but was finally diagnosed because my fatigue and iron were just getting worse and worse. My weight was going up I think because I was always hungry (not absorbing nutrients well) and always tired so not moving much. I’m starting to feel better now after two months gluten free and getting iron and B vitamin and a few other infusions. What I’m wondering is, should I start a weight loss journey now or should I let my body heal more first? I’m also of course perimenopausal which pays a role. My dr said she could put me on a weight loss drug if I haven’t lost weight in 6 months but if I could do it myself that would be nice.

Thoughts? Anyone else have experience with being an overweight celiac?

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