Daily bloating - Mystery solved!

[Keepercjr]

What I am about to write will not compute with many - lots will say "there is no way I could do that" but I am telling you if you give it a try you will see that you CAN do it and if just give it a try (do it for a week!) you could see immediate and dramatic effects....<br><br>Ever since I had my daughter I have suffered from the mysterious daily bloating that many here have described. I may have had it before her but I really started noticing it after her arrival. I always chalked it up to "CF" and never really thought more about it other than realizing that I was going to probably have to unbutton my pants by mid to late afternoon. <br><br>About a month ago my family (husband, me and the kids) started to radically change our diets around. The purpose was to try to heal our teeth especially my son's teeth. However as we got more into it and more shifted to our new diet I started noticing that I wasn't getting bloated all the time like I usually did. What we had done was virtually eliminate grains from our diets. Our meals consist of meat and veggies (and sweet potatoes). I'll spare you the complete breakdown of our diet (there is lots more to it) but the important part to this post is the elimination of grains. <br><br>A few weeks ago I started looking into the research done with regards to grain (mostly wheat) and it was shocking. To put it plainly we are just not meant to eat the stuff that is passing today as wheat. The prevailing wisdom is that only people who have celiac disease need
to avoid grains however new research is showing that many many more
people that previously thought are gluten intolerant and instead of
showing up in the intestines it is showing up in other parts of the
body. I found lots of testimonials like my own of people getting dramatic health benefits just by eliminating grains. I also stopped having low blood sugar episodes as well! Grain, especially wheat, is highly addicting and is so pounded into us by EVERYONE that as a culture we have it for virtually every meal. Cereal for breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, pasta for dinner, etc. <br><br>I will tell you that it is an adjustment and you have to reinvent your menu at home and make different choices when you dine out but a month into it and I can say sure I miss bread and pasta *a little* however I dot not crave it at all. There is a saying "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels" and I would change that to "nothing tastes as good as healthy feels". <br><br>A side benefit - my husband has effortlessly lost about 10 lbs while I am maintaining my weight just fine. <br><br>Go ahead - just try it for a week and see how you feel. NO substituting "gluten free" anything though. <br>

 

[Keepercjr]

What I am about to write will not compute with many - lots will say "there is no way I could do that" but I am telling you if you give it a try you will see that you CAN do it and if just give it a try (do it for a week!) you could see immediate and dramatic effects....<br><br>Ever since I had my daughter I have suffered from the mysterious daily bloating that many here have described. I may have had it before her but I really started noticing it after her arrival. I always chalked it up to "CF" and never really thought more about it other than realizing that I was going to probably have to unbutton my pants by mid to late afternoon. <br><br>About a month ago my family (husband, me and the kids) started to radically change our diets around. The purpose was to try to heal our teeth especially my son's teeth. However as we got more into it and more shifted to our new diet I started noticing that I wasn't getting bloated all the time like I usually did. What we had done was virtually eliminate grains from our diets. Our meals consist of meat and veggies (and sweet potatoes). I'll spare you the complete breakdown of our diet (there is lots more to it) but the important part to this post is the elimination of grains. <br><br>A few weeks ago I started looking into the research done with regards to grain (mostly wheat) and it was shocking. To put it plainly we are just not meant to eat the stuff that is passing today as wheat. The prevailing wisdom is that only people who have celiac disease need
to avoid grains however new research is showing that many many more
people that previously thought are gluten intolerant and instead of
showing up in the intestines it is showing up in other parts of the
body. I found lots of testimonials like my own of people getting dramatic health benefits just by eliminating grains. I also stopped having low blood sugar episodes as well! Grain, especially wheat, is highly addicting and is so pounded into us by EVERYONE that as a culture we have it for virtually every meal. Cereal for breakfast, sandwiches for lunch, pasta for dinner, etc. <br><br>I will tell you that it is an adjustment and you have to reinvent your menu at home and make different choices when you dine out but a month into it and I can say sure I miss bread and pasta *a little* however I dot not crave it at all. There is a saying "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels" and I would change that to "nothing tastes as good as healthy feels". <br><br>A side benefit - my husband has effortlessly lost about 10 lbs while I am maintaining my weight just fine. <br><br>Go ahead - just try it for a week and see how you feel. NO substituting "gluten free" anything though. <br>

 

[Simba15]

when i eliminated carbs from my diet i lost 45 lbs. now that i am eating them again, i gained it back.

 

[Simba15]

when i eliminated carbs from my diet i lost 45 lbs. now that i am eating them again, i gained it back.

 

[CDavis]

Eliminating all carbs from your diet isn't good for your body. Your body and brain need carbs to functiuon. Of course you gained it all back, you get the same results with all starvation diets.
Grains are only one type of carbs. you can cut down or elimiate grains without eliminating all carbs. Different grains are tough to digest particularly corn, but also some forms of weat and oats.
Caroline thanks for letting us know this worked. I'd liek to hear from others who have tried anything similare and gotten results.

 

[CDavis]

Eliminating all carbs from your diet isn't good for your body. Your body and brain need carbs to functiuon. Of course you gained it all back, you get the same results with all starvation diets.
Grains are only one type of carbs. you can cut down or elimiate grains without eliminating all carbs. Different grains are tough to digest particularly corn, but also some forms of weat and oats.
Caroline thanks for letting us know this worked. I'd liek to hear from others who have tried anything similare and gotten results.

 

[Incomudrox]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>CDavis</b></i>

Eliminating all carbs from your diet isn't good for your body. Your body and brain need carbs to functiuon. Of course you gained it all back, you get the same results with all starvation diets.

Grains are only one type of carbs. you can cut down or elimiate grains without eliminating all carbs. Different grains are tough to digest particularly corn, but also some forms of weat and oats.

Caroline thanks for letting us know this worked. I'd liek to hear from others who have tried anything similare and gotten results.</end quote><br><br>The body does not need carbs. The brain does not need carbs. When carbs are very low the body produces keytones for the brain instead of using carbs to feed it. The body is smart, it knows what to do.<br>

 

[Incomudrox]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>CDavis</b></i>

Eliminating all carbs from your diet isn't good for your body. Your body and brain need carbs to functiuon. Of course you gained it all back, you get the same results with all starvation diets.

Grains are only one type of carbs. you can cut down or elimiate grains without eliminating all carbs. Different grains are tough to digest particularly corn, but also some forms of weat and oats.

Caroline thanks for letting us know this worked. I'd liek to hear from others who have tried anything similare and gotten results.</end quote><br><br>The body does not need carbs. The brain does not need carbs. When carbs are very low the body produces keytones for the brain instead of using carbs to feed it. The body is smart, it knows what to do.<br>

 

[mamaScarlett]

I tried a wheat free diet, bc it was suggested as a possible solution to my vasculitis. Wheat is a common allergen trigger. I was on the diet for 6 months, and I felt wonderful on it.<br>I definitely believe we eat too much wheat, also food coloring, preservatives, processed food. The wheat free diet was hard for me though. I won't say I didn't miss it-I did! But there were tons of substitutes. However, the benefits far outweighed the drawbacks.<br>Now, coming off of a pregnancy and currently nursing, my calorie needs are SO high. Once I'm done, I'll probably go back to a wheat free diet. Another option is letting yourself eat wheat on the weekends (when you're usually socializing, etc) but do the diet during the week.<br>I don't think its wheat that's killing us, its the overall picture. We just need more balance in our diets.<br>

 

[mamaScarlett]

I tried a wheat free diet, bc it was suggested as a possible solution to my vasculitis. Wheat is a common allergen trigger. I was on the diet for 6 months, and I felt wonderful on it.<br>I definitely believe we eat too much wheat, also food coloring, preservatives, processed food. The wheat free diet was hard for me though. I won't say I didn't miss it-I did! But there were tons of substitutes. However, the benefits far outweighed the drawbacks.<br>Now, coming off of a pregnancy and currently nursing, my calorie needs are SO high. Once I'm done, I'll probably go back to a wheat free diet. Another option is letting yourself eat wheat on the weekends (when you're usually socializing, etc) but do the diet during the week.<br>I don't think its wheat that's killing us, its the overall picture. We just need more balance in our diets.<br>

 

[Jeana]

I would love to be able to do this, but we always have meat, veggies and a grain (pasta, bread, stuffing, white potatoes, rice) for dinners. What do you do to round out your meal? I know my family would be up in arms (husband especially) if I just cut out one of the three items. Do you add an extra vegetable or what?

 

[Jeana]

I would love to be able to do this, but we always have meat, veggies and a grain (pasta, bread, stuffing, white potatoes, rice) for dinners. What do you do to round out your meal? I know my family would be up in arms (husband especially) if I just cut out one of the three items. Do you add an extra vegetable or what?

 

[SIcklyhatED]

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The body does not need carbs. The brain does not need carbs. When carbs are very low the body produces keytones for the brain instead of using carbs to feed it. </end quote>

<br>Since I've begun study anatomy in college I've come to realize that there's so much we still have to learn about how our miraculous bodies work. Ketones will cause your blood to become acidic, which is a big no-no (funny, we were JUST talking about this exact thing 2 days ago in class!). A few ketones for a short period of time may be ok, but for anextendedperiod of time it's really not beneficial. That's why doing the Atkin's Diet incorrectly (or at all) ir not recommended.<br>Your body does need carbs. Not refined cards, not pasta, not cookies. Carbs. Fruit. Vegetables, the like. <br>The brain require glucose to function and glucose mainly comes from carbohydrates. Other organs will shut down and give up their supply of glucose so that the brain may function.<br>So eat your carbs people!<br>I've heard about CF peeps cutting out gluten and grains, and it sounds reasonable, but I really, REALLY like oatmeal <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0">

 

[SIcklyhatED]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>

The body does not need carbs. The brain does not need carbs. When carbs are very low the body produces keytones for the brain instead of using carbs to feed it. </end quote>

<br>Since I've begun study anatomy in college I've come to realize that there's so much we still have to learn about how our miraculous bodies work. Ketones will cause your blood to become acidic, which is a big no-no (funny, we were JUST talking about this exact thing 2 days ago in class!). A few ketones for a short period of time may be ok, but for anextendedperiod of time it's really not beneficial. That's why doing the Atkin's Diet incorrectly (or at all) ir not recommended.<br>Your body does need carbs. Not refined cards, not pasta, not cookies. Carbs. Fruit. Vegetables, the like. <br>The brain require glucose to function and glucose mainly comes from carbohydrates. Other organs will shut down and give up their supply of glucose so that the brain may function.<br>So eat your carbs people!<br>I've heard about CF peeps cutting out gluten and grains, and it sounds reasonable, but I really, REALLY like oatmeal <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0">

 

[sahein79]

I am glad you posted about this! I have been considering going grain free for a while now. I have read many books that suggested this including many by Norman Walker, and Arnold Ehret's Mucousless Diet Healing System. Grains are very pro-inflammatory, which is a big problem with most diseases including CF. They are also acidic. Gluten is a binding protein and causes secretions to be thicker and it clogs up the lymphatic system which decreases immunity. I have done several things with my diet. I have given up dairy for about 3 years now. I noticed immediate decrease in mucous! I have done vegan, and even periods of 100% raw. I believe I need some animal protein. I do still practice a high raw diet and make green smoothies daily. The Prescription for Nutritional Healing book suggests 75% raw fruits and veggies, nuts and seeds for CF. I aim to keep my body very alkaline, eating lots of greens. I love sweet potatoes and use coconut oil on them instead of butter or margarine.

Samantha 32 w/CF

 

[sahein79]

I am glad you posted about this! I have been considering going grain free for a while now. I have read many books that suggested this including many by Norman Walker, and Arnold Ehret's Mucousless Diet Healing System. Grains are very pro-inflammatory, which is a big problem with most diseases including CF. They are also acidic. Gluten is a binding protein and causes secretions to be thicker and it clogs up the lymphatic system which decreases immunity. I have done several things with my diet. I have given up dairy for about 3 years now. I noticed immediate decrease in mucous! I have done vegan, and even periods of 100% raw. I believe I need some animal protein. I do still practice a high raw diet and make green smoothies daily. The Prescription for Nutritional Healing book suggests 75% raw fruits and veggies, nuts and seeds for CF. I aim to keep my body very alkaline, eating lots of greens. I love sweet potatoes and use coconut oil on them instead of butter or margarine.

Samantha 32 w/CF

 

[mamaScarlett]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>SIcklyhatED</b></i>

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I've heard about CF peeps cutting out gluten and grains, and it sounds reasonable, but I really, REALLY like oatmeal <img src=""></end quote><br>I'm with ya. No one is going to try to tell me that a bowl of wholesome hot oatmeal is bad for me! lol<br><br><br>I'm also a lifelong fan of Prescriptions For Nat healing.<br>

 

[mamaScarlett]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>SIcklyhatED</b></i>

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>
I've heard about CF peeps cutting out gluten and grains, and it sounds reasonable, but I really, REALLY like oatmeal <img src=""></end quote><br>I'm with ya. No one is going to try to tell me that a bowl of wholesome hot oatmeal is bad for me! lol<br><br><br>I'm also a lifelong fan of Prescriptions For Nat healing.<br>

 

[Jana]

As far as the bloating--I recently saw a GI doctor who told me to take charcoal pills because they will absorb some of the extra gunk my system is not properly absorbing. I take a couple of the pills after every meal, and it has made an unbelievable difference. My bloating and stomach pain are mostly gone now.

The wheat-free diet--well, it's probably healthier, but I just can't imagine!

 

[Jana]

As far as the bloating--I recently saw a GI doctor who told me to take charcoal pills because they will absorb some of the extra gunk my system is not properly absorbing. I take a couple of the pills after every meal, and it has made an unbelievable difference. My bloating and stomach pain are mostly gone now.

The wheat-free diet--well, it's probably healthier, but I just can't imagine!