Thanks so much for all the kind responses. I avoid the sun per dermatologist's orders . . . I've had pre-cancers removed and I've seen how disfiguring skin cancer has been for my poor hubby.

Liza, Yes, that was me, but my period has been regular again for the past nine months or so. I've put on some weight too so that now I am in more of the "normal" range for my height. I don't understand all that went into it as all the testing in the world (including celiac, thyroid, hormone levels, etc.) came back normal, and I don't think my eating or activity level has changed all that much . . . maybe it's just the age thing . . . whatever it is I finally don't have stick arms that I'm afraid to show anymore! I've had low body weight since childhood (always at the low end of the percentile chart) and it's been frustrating at times.

As far as food intake, I have consulted with nutritionists and am told I get plenty of calories. Last time I saw one was last year, but maybe it would be worth another consult.

Thanks for the warning on the vitamin k toxicity. My understanding is that k2 does not build up in the liver like k1 does, but maybe I'm mistaken. I've got another md appt. set for June and hopefully I'll find out more then.

KnottedYet - I was tested for celiac several years ago, but at the time I had been following a self-imposed hiatus from gluten/wheat for a while (trying to see if it might help my eczema -- it didn't). The test came back negative, but do you think that's because I had already been avoiding the offending substances? Do you think I should get tested again? Is it something a person can contract later in life even if they haven't had it before?

Thanks again for all the great responses. I really appreciate your time and attention.