Don't know about dairy, but it can take 6 months to a year for the intestines to heal after going GF. So don't give up yet. It takes a little time, but is well worth remaining GF.

I saw small changes after a month. But they were gradual. You might also check on how the nightshade veggies do with you. They are potatoes, tomatoes, peppers and eggplant. I can eat the meat of the potato but the peels no way, same with tomatoes, peppers are OK with me in small amounts but NO WAY can I eat eggplant.

Dear Nanny

Thank you for your encourage words.

Dear JoyceMarilyn,

Thank you for your suggestion and encouraging words.

I am looking forward to the day my stomach doesn't hurt .

I "felt" better in bones, muscles and head in about two weeks. It took six months before i really noticed my tummy any better. And it was 9 months before I could walk with a cane or walker. I think it depends on the amount of damage, where the damage is, and the levels of the nutrient needed for the body to function.

For instance, it takes the body 6 months to recover iron stores and hemoglobin levels to rise from consuming iron rich foods or vitamins. And thats after the body heals enough to absorb the iron.

thank you Birghtside

Joyce,

I appreciate you warning me about the night shades. I discovered that I can't eat potatoes or pepper.

Hugs