hattie
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Post by hattie on Apr 26, 2013 7:47:20 GMT -5
Well how do I start. I did have a look at the weight loss thread but I felt that I needed to post a new thread. Hope that's alright.
I'm a teeny person and I think I've put on over the last 10 days or so. My tummy feels bloated and I don't think my tummy went back to normal after my lap (which was last year). Now my clothes feel tight near the hip area. Yikes!
I'm beginnning to wonder if all this is due to the French bread and the one sandwich I had a couple of days ago. I was at my mil's and she usually doesn't cook and we are obliged to eat out.
Does anyone have any remedies?
I've been eating broccoli with sesame seeds which I stir fried with a teeny bit of salt & pepper and a pinch of red pepper flakes. I've had salad (with salt & pepper - no dressing) with chicken. I've had 1/4 cup of red rice to which I added coconut milk to make it creamy. I have a bit of natural yogurt every other day and I snack on almonds and cranberries. On Sunday I treat myself to 2 tablespoons of gluten free oats to which I add 1/2 tablespoon of honey. Should I cut down on my apple and banana consumption? I have one every day.
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Post by Karen on Apr 26, 2013 18:41:24 GMT -5
There are lots of things that can cause bloat, so it can be hard to nail down all the time. BUT, certain types of foods can exacerbate the issue and it's also the easiest to pinpoint and correct. Unless you eliminate the offending foods, you're just trying to mitigate the damages.
Do you feel more bloated as the day goes on? Do you feel more bloated after a meal? Or, are you constipated and wake up bloated? If so, you might really want to look at what you're eating. Nuts seem to cause bloat in a lot of people (myself included!). So does dairy. Even gluten free oats can cause some issues. While I'd suggest you exclude those for a bit, it can be kind of hard to do so without a plan. It can seem like you're eliminating everything from your diet.
If you're really interested in trying to get to the bottom of things and determine if food is indeed your problem, there are things you can do and still stay satiated! If you want more info, we can point you towards a few options.
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hattie
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Post by hattie on Apr 29, 2013 4:31:32 GMT -5
Hey Karen,
I'm so sorry that I didn't post back sooner. I just didn't get a moment for myself over the weekend.
Well I'm not constipated, but sometimes it feels like I've got diarrea. I feel bloated right throughout the day and if I have a heavy meal then it's worse.
Hmmm wondering if it's to do with the almonds, but I've been having almonds for months and not noticed anything. Should I keep a food journal?
I'd love to get to the bottom of things and find a way to stop my contant need for snacking. Please please please point me towards a few options, I'd be ever so grateful.
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Post by Karen on Apr 29, 2013 21:54:57 GMT -5
A few things to consider would be an elimination diet. The folks over at Whole9 have a good plan that helps you feel full and satisfied, but still helps you eat really clean for a certain period of time. They also have a book called "It Starts With Food" that explains it in more detail, including how food can cause hormonal disruptions, autoimmune attacks, etc. Hello, endo! After that, you can reintroduce foods to see which ones really make you react and bloat. Most people feel the bloating go down within a week or two of the elimination diet. That's likely your best bet. A short-term fix might be some digestive enzymes. If it feels worse after a meal, it might be that you're not digesting foods properly (see "It Starts With Food" for some great info on that, too!). You might benefit from a digestive enzyme. I'm currently taking this one, though there are many others out there to try. www.enzymedica.com/store/Digest-Gold They are often made to focus on a medical issue or type of food you're having troubles digesting. They are taken with meals and help your body break down foods. However, if you have food sensitivities, they won't always help with those. A food journal is never a bad idea. If you're having constant snacking cravings, you might not be getting enough protein and fat with each meal. Those help keep you satiated and full for hours at a time if done right!
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hattie
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Post by hattie on Apr 30, 2013 9:32:14 GMT -5
Karen, thanks for all the helpful info. Will look into the book and get it for myself.
As for not getting enough protein, I will figure out a way to add more into my diet.
Big hug
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Post by JC on May 3, 2013 8:40:43 GMT -5
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