My Pancreatic Diet/ Chronic Pancreatitis Diet

FYI- There were people outside my window prepping for a wedding the entire time I was filming, thats why you here a truck constantly running and people shouting intermittently. Sorry about that!
Since I've been out of the hospital I've been following a strict pancreatic diet along with my usual celiac diet. After answering what feels like thousands of questions every time I have to eat around someone, I decided to sit down and make a video discussing my diet in depth.
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[@marleymo1876]

I have been admitted over 50 times in the hospital for this! It’s the worst pain in the world . Like I feel like I’m dying! And I wish it could just end. It’s horrible! I pray for you all and I know it’s hard but stay strong!!!

[@7thCruisader]

Been there, recently diagnosed. I’m 22!

[@charleyarchuleta4932]

Healing n blessings for you

[@tr4pgo0se35]

What is your diet?

[@thefriendlypsychopath3894]

Do you think your big ass should stop eating the wrong foods?!

[@tanyabanik9875]

I'm 22 and Had to undergo frey's procedure when I was 20 for chronic pancreatitis. It's been the worst pain in the world. I know it's hard but it's just to let all of you know that we're in this together!

[@johnnycapps472]

What is Frey procedure

[@agxec2932]

Dandelion, Hibiscus, Lemon, Green and Chamomile tea are great for pancreatitis without sugar of course - if you're addicted to caffeine and coffee. It's all about adjustment. Fish and Chicken are tasty and body building foods if you have pancreatitis. Try to eat fish and chicken daily. The worst food is alcohol if you're addicted to it. Once you ditch it, your pancreatitis will automatically begin to heal.

[@martafarrell2731]

I recently was released from hospital after a 10 day bout with acute pancreatitis. I know I have to follow a strict low fat diet, but you have inspired me. I do not have celiac disease. I will focus on the foods I can eat rather than the ones I can’t. Thank you for your insight and ideas.

[@bathoryaria4127]

I've had pancreatitis for almost 10 years, and recently got off track with my diet for the past 2 years which has resulted in abdominal pains. In short; I want to say *thank you* for making this video, because I swear I can't find another that breaks down the dos and donts as simply as this one 👍

[@jaysonbenedictos1193]

Hi i have pancreatitist and liver disease what food i can eat and not

[@okthanks4792]

I’m a young person too with chronic pancreatitis too thank you for the representation and the knowledge

[@7thCruisader]

What’s your number? I’m also going and was diagnosed recently. Would love to have a phone conversation with others on experiences

[@HiIamChels]

Are there any great websites or groups you follow? I also have issues and I want to get as much info as possible. TIA!

[@TheFactiest]

Same iam a young person too who suffered 3 times because of pancreatitis

[@sinofpridesdslordescanor5697]

This was super helpful thankyou!!!!! I've been looking for some way to create a diet for my father who just got released from the hospital with chronic pancreatis and this has been the best help I have found. Thank you for taking the time out of your day to make this.

[@lcweinstock]

Ariel I just was hospitalized for the second time in a year with this. I drank too much alcohol and now am on my track on being sober, a week in. Thank you for this video. Ive been trying to find low fat stuff everywhere. I love this video and thank you so so so much. I feel so overwhelmed and I am nervous about going out to dinner again with my parents because it is something we love to do, but I know how easy it is to have a slip up in a kitchen with butter and feel like "that person" :( Keep being strong and Im so glad to find your channel. Lauren, 27 y/o East Coast USA

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Ooh I know how hard going out can be. My go to is grilled chicken and veggies, fish and veggies, and the obvious is salad, but who likes salad? 😅 I'm so proud of you being sober for your health just remember recovery isn't linear ya know? Let me know if you have any more questions I can help you with ❤

[@eparke20]

Thanks for this video! I have celiac disease too and I'm waiting on test results trying to determine if my continuing issues are because of my pancreas. It's pretty rough, but it's encouraging to find other young people who are dealing with the same.

[@wordweaver76]

Thank you for this! I was recently diagnosed with EPI and have to rethink all of my food choices. These suggestions are so helpful. Especially that pizza! Girrrrrrl, thank YOU!

[@Adam-iq8re]

Thank you. I had a pancreatic inflammation too and this helped me a lot.

[@moriahg2469]

Hi Ariel! I was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis when I was 13 caused by a birth defect. It’s horrible, but it’s cool to see other young people going through the same thing as me. Most people that suffer with pancreatitis are older. I’m nineteen now, and I had never heard of the coffee thing! That’s crazy. I love my coffee, I drink it most days and I can’t say it has made me worse. I feel so bad for you girl!

[@darrenclarke4859]

the weird thing about Pancreatitis is that everyone who has it can get affected by different foods. It must be horrendous being Celiac also. I can eat almost everything i like providing i take enough CREON.. I have cut down on my sugar intake . I eat differently if i am out and about compared to when im at home. (i don't want to get court out trying to find a restroom haha) i have done a couple of videos about my pancreatitis experience although probably very different to your experience. Mine too was nothing to do with alcohol or Gall stones.. Keep smiling

[@janel-christine]

How can you handle the severe dizziness from the creon uh. I had to stop taking it.

[@jeanmfortner8566]

Thank you for this wonderful video. I’m still trying to find out what I can and cannot eat boy that’s a chore since it changes every week especially if I stay away from fatty foods. Next month I’m going to having an ercp so hopefully that’ll answer all my questions about my pancreas health. I first was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis in 2007 and had my gallbladder removed then too. No one can answer my all time favorite question and that is why me. Later part of last month I even had a colonoscopy done and I didn’t get any questions answered to my questions so hopefully next month when I have the ercp done that’ll help me out by answering my questions. So please keep up with your videos. Thank you for your time and cooperation

[@leshy2921]

Thank you for this video, Ariel! Try drinking chicory. It has naturally occurring inulin in it. That's an awesome substitute for coffee. I absolutely love it.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

catmint. Thank you I'll try it!

[@anon19086posts]

Sis you’ve given me so much hope because my recent diagnosis caused me to sink into deep depression and I wasn’t eating anything because I’m so scared. But your diet reassured me that I can have tasty meals besides boiled chicken and veggies

[@felicianicole1422]

Thanks for sharing your favorite foods because I had no clue where to begin.

[@Sanjeevanni]

Thanks Ariel for reconfirming the diet. I have chronic pancreatitis from last 15yrs. I feel the pain because even I was a teatoteller like you but still people after listening to pancreatitis associate it with alcoholism, anyways gooseberry helps a lot and also try white tea it has less caffeine and high nutrients. P.S:- we are prone to dehydration,so have lot of water... Like 7 to 9 liters a day.

[@maryfry1652]

Hi. I am the same as you. G F. And pancreatitis. You are the first person I've known to be the same as myself. Thank you so much h for your video it was very helpful. Keep smiling and be happy. Mary

[@ritagamez3732]

Gosh, THANK YOU!!!!!! I Was dieing yesterday. This disease has ruined my life completely!!!!! Avacados and sm. amounts of butter or good for my liver problems, so those foods are killing me, bc I also have prob. with my pancreas. I suffer from severe pain. So grateful for your info. Have to listen to this again, I will share it, and save it. God bless you. I boil my sweet potatoes. I have to watch my glycemic index foods.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I'm sorry you're having to deal with this but glad I could help a little ❤

[@jamesbyington726]

Thanks for all the info, really appreciate it . Dealing with a pancreatitis flare up right now uhh so painful, but trying not to go to the hospital for it. Will definitely be changing my diet.

[@zenmasterjack3873]

Flaring tonight. Its how i found this video at 2am lol

[@danyelPitmon]

Third time flaring since I was in the hospital on an IV solution and diagnosed then with pancreatitis but I don’t like it I don’t have a diet yet but I’m going to be working on it considering I aggravated it yesterday with subway sandwiches

[@jamesbyington726]

@@danyelPitmon I finally have gotten better and pancreas has healed. They put me on creon for 6 monthes and it allowed it to heal up. Maybe that could be an option for you? Wish you all the best in your journey. ✌️

[@anax3672]

@@jamesbyington726 Good to hear that you are doing better. My mom is recovering from her second episode of pancreatitis, what did you do to heal your pancreas? any advice will be highly appreciated. Excuse my english, I'm from Guatemala.

[@jamesbyington726]

Ana X Hello, so sorry to hear about your mother. The drs put me on an enzyme replacement which basically gave my pancreas a chance to rest. In that 3 to 4 month period while taking this medication which was called creon my pancreas healed itself. I was also put on a low fat diet and was told to fast 2 to 3 times a week. I wish your mom the best of luck!

[@gardeniabee]

Avoid any soda with corn syrup which is even harder on your digestive system than organic raw sugar. Also I would add chanca piedra (stone breaker) tea once a day. It is superb for digestive system healing.

[@blane6592]

I was diagnosed about 2 years ago. But I’ve not done well on a healthy diet. This helps! Thank you.

[@levi1875]

What foods u eat and avoid pls help

[@ritagamez3732]

Our diet is everything!!!!!! I am allergic to gluten.(diagnosed myself). I have no gall bladder. I have advanced NAFLD Pancreatitis.

[@user-kb7gi4ld1q]

i just got out of the hospital and this is a life safer for me thank you so much

[@dragonfly5334]

Did you have light color stools with your pancreatitis?

[@racerxlv]

i want to take a minute to thank you for this video i was recently diagnosed with a pancreas issue (still running tests) and i have to adjust my diet. It's so hard to figure out what i can eat so this was very helpful to me ..

[@bandsentertainment2470]

i watch your video i do thank you for your information to help people with their diet great job and hope you fell better !!

[@abhishekchavle7606]

I had acute pancreatitis at the age of 19 . It was found that it was because of hereditary. I had very severe pain in my back and stomach. My lungs were not working properly and my kidneys were also failed. By god's mercy I recovered in 20 days being in ICU . At this time I was not knowing this can happen to me again. But when I was 20 year's old . That is 1 year after I had 2nd attack of pancreatitis. Same pain. Just like someone squeezing your pancreas . I was hospitalized for 15 days this time. recovered. From my side there wasn't any mistake . Still it happened. May be my past life Karma were too bad. Please tell me how can this will not happen to me again. Any suggestions and warnings. I am on almost zero fat diet with 6 small meals a day. Please tell some more suggestions. Worst thing: My brother also has same problem he is younger than me . He had pancreatic attack when he was 17. At his time it took 2 days for diagnosis. But because of him I understood at my time within seconds that next few days I am going to hell. Pain level 💯. Please help 🥺

[@empresshunt7280]

I had acute pancreatitis a few months ago. I still drink coffee in the morning. But, I only have one cup and a lot of times I don’t finish it. I also still butter and pasta. It doesn’t make me sick.

[@kristunehorst3566]

Thank you! Can you do some videos where you cook some of your meals. Especially interested in the fried rice. Or maybe give verbal instruction how exactly how you make it . Thank you!

[@ChronicallyAriel]

kris tunehorst I can definitely do that ❤

[@danyelPitmon]

Just got diagnosed and so far this is been a pain in the ass and I wish it would just go away and never rare it’s ugly head because growing with it it’s not my idea of fun thank you for the advice and information much appreciated because I am trying to get a diet plan set up that’s going to be harmless to my body because I don’t wanna suffer anymore with the pancreatitis especially not living

[@Linda-mp8co]

Thank you for the info. I feel the pain of quitting coffee - I'm not there yet but am going to try harder. Wishing you wellness!!!

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Recently I've been able to add in a tea every couple weeks as a treat and it doesn't hurt my stomach, but it took my pancreas a lot of healing time to get there. So there's hope ❤️

[@mishi1067]

Have you tried carob powder to replace chocolate powder/chips? It’s a vegan option and is caffeine free. For the soda have you tried carbonated water?

[@jtorres12307]

I got the worst pain ever and lost my appetite and lose weight hopefully everything get better gonna do your diet to see

[@sandiegochocolatefountains]

Thank you so much for making this video. I feel so validated everything you said makes so much sense… it’s my life!.:).

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Glad I could make you feel heard ❤

[@StaceySteele]

I have pancreatitus, i have had it for 6 years now and i know your not supposed to eat foods that you have mentioned the foods to avoid. But i have been eating them and yes i have had flair ups and they hurt.

[@all4106]

Just got diagnosed, this was really helpful, thanks :) x

[@all4106]

Just wondered why we can’t have egg yolks? X

[@dragonfly5334]

Did you have light colored stools?

[@saurabhsengar7906]

i had pancreatitis 3 years ago ....................i feel sooo connected :)

[@bhanujaisingh8077]

Me too

[@uncommonpurestbeauty]

I was just diagnosed with Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency which is caused by chronic pancreatitis (which was never caught). Thank you for your video as it gives me some ideas of what I can and can't eat now.

[@anax3672]

I'm sorry to hear that. Hope you're doing that. What were your symptoms?

[@uncommonpurestbeauty]

@@anax3672 thank you. My symptoms were nausea, very very frequent diahrea, bloating, and cramping, oh and oily stool. All in extreme forms. It took me 3 years to get diagnosed from on set. It was caught by accident doing a celiacs panel. I'm currently very malnourished and testing out different safe food ideas. Avocado is probably the worst one for me to give up lol so I related to that part of your video. The only difference between your diet and an EPI diet that I identified is EPI is low fiber.

[@thedude8247]

Thank you for the video. I guess I should start trying more things. All I eat is air fried chicken with broccoli for just about 4 months straight. Just chicken, salmon, broccoli and apples. Lol I’m so tired of it. Had Ulcerative Colitis at 11yo. Large intestine removed at 14. I’m now 40 and got diagnosed with EPI about a year ago. The Creon only worked for like 2 weeks. Hardest part is trying to keep weight on. I weighed more middle school than I do at 40. I thought UC was hard but this has been so challenging for me lately. Guess I just needed to tell someone who understands, again thx for the video

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I feel you! I can't keep weight on for nothing and I try really hard. The air fryer is my best friend, it was hard at first but now I just know what I can and can't have and pair them together differently because I hate eating leftovers 😅 I hate that you're going through this but I hope it gets easier to manage. My secret trick is an ice pack strapped to my stomach, I got my ice pack and strap together on Amazon for super cheap and it comes with a bunch! Works 9/10 times and for the other times bentanyl and zofran usually knock it out. ❤

[@cherylnelson8392]

Thank you for sharing your favorite foods.

[@crimsonred7517]

My dad was admitted in ICU for 10 days due to acute severe biliary pancreatitis. He was starved for 10 days( no food, no water). He lost mass of around 20 kg in just three weeks. Now, I don't know what to feed him.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I would start with liquids and soft foods like mashed potatoes, grits, jello, pudding, and soup. If he handles that well for a week or so then try to move up to soft pastas and oatmeal like foods. I'm so sorry your dad is going through this, I hope he feels better soon. ❤

[@latifahanber4380]

I do not speak English very well, I knew a few months ago that I suffer from pancreatitis. I could not eat for two days, thanks to you. I knew that the way I eat was wrong. Thank you💕💕

[@Success4u247]

I have been getting it since I was 10 . They say I was born with it. I don’t drink smoke eat sugar of any kind I am also a celiac. The collective wisdom is eat very little, I recommend fish and chicken, cooked ham plenty of home made veg soups.

[@davelikesbacon]

Venison is a great alternative to beef. Wild game is generally low in fat.

[@icebud]

Hey Chronically Ariel! Thanks so much for this video! If you JUST the foods that you say you can eat, does it guarantee you to not have any pancreatitis episodes? How long have you had pancreatitis for? Asking for my mom. She just started having pancreatitis as of Nov. of last year and I’m doing as much research on it for her as possible.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

icebud If i stick to my diet there's no guarantee that i won't get sick but I haven't gotten pancreatitis again since starting my diet. I have chronic pancreatitis so it means I have to stick to my diet always or I'll get sick again but I've only had it for 2 years now.

[@beewildchild8449]

That is super kind of you. I hope she is doing well.

[@syedrahman2634]

Thanks for making this great video. One quick question - Can you smoke or vape?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I vape, was told smoking is bad, tried it a couple times and it made me sick to my stomach so I didn't try it for too long.

[@MentholKratom]

Finally!

[@voltaireS60]

Thank you so much for this video it really helps

[@skymiller530]

This is the first time I've seen you. Great vid. Thanks for sharing. I just got out of the hospital with pancreatitis. The surgeon came in my room every day, twice a day to convince me to let them take out my gall platter. After listening to her lies for 4 days, I finally gave them permission. She told me that the gall platter didn't do much and people get them taken out every day. DON'T BELIEVE ANYONE WHO TRIES TO TELL YOU THAT! Your gall platter plays a very important part in your digestion. Anyway, I am really struggling. Seems I had pancreatitis, now no gall platter, along with sugar diabetes- all discovered during my hospital stay for pancreatitis. Everything makes me sick, even water. My abdomen is on fire all day and all night. My abdomen feels like I haven't eaten in weeks, but also feels like it would after gorging yourself at a Thanksgiving dinner. Honestly, I just want to die. I can take pain. I can take broken bones. I can handle something being wrong with me, but I can't handle feeling sick in my intestines 24/7. What I can eat for my pancreatitis, I cannot eat because of the diabetes. Loved your video. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge and bits of informatin.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Sky Miller Of course! You're probably going to have to stay on a liquid diet for a good minute before your pancreas can handle any food. Are you on any pancreatin or pancreatic enzymes? That's what was a major game changer for me, I couldn't even stomach water before I was on them. I had no idea they would try to take a gallbladder out, that sounds crazy. I'm so sorry you're feeling so bad. My heart goes out to you ❤

[@skymiller530]

Chronically Ariel - Was on a liquid diet in the hospital for 3 days. They wanted to work me up to a regular diet before discharging me. I knew I left the hospital too soon, but was under pressure to return home. I never heard of those things you mentioned, nor has anyone suggested taking them. My abdomen is worse than ever now. I believe there is too much bile being secreted by my pancreas, because it feels like my guts are on fire. I discovered that I can no longer stomach chicken noodle soup, which had been my safe "go to" belly filler. I'm ready to go; this constant sickness in my abdomen is too much for me to handle. I get a total of 2 hours of sleep each day- 10 minutes here, 15 minutes there during the day. I have no health insurance, so going back in the hospital is almost impossible. Money rules.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Sky Miller Pancreatic enzymes help digest your food when your own pancreas isn't producing them naturally. You probably did go home too early. I did that a few times until I got tired of always ending up back there. Then I stayed for a little over a week and some nice doctor finally figured out what was wrong with me. Have you tried mashed potatoes? That was my go to safe food.

[@darrenclarke4859]

I had my Gall Bladder removed 12 years ago because they believed it was causing my Pancreatitis.. I have had Pancreatitis a few times since.. I dont believe it made any difference to my Pancreatitis at all. Saying that , Having my Gall bladder removed made no difference to my life at all except in the first few months. good luck

[@vainfist6896]

Gall blatter

[@Nectarisa]

I care what your favorite foods are!

[@TheTammycueto]

thank you so much I still am in the process of figuring out what I can eat and I cry a lot when it's time to eat especially when I'm very hungry.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I know the feeling. Hang in there, it gets easier even if it feels like it won't. ❤

[@TheTammycueto]

Thank you. It definitely changes your whole world. I have celiac disease severe egg allergy to egg white and yolk and I have had pancreatitis twice in the past year-and-a-half. Listening to what you had to say made sense to me because you understand how it feels.

[@TheTammycueto]

How are you doing now.

[@TheTammycueto]

I was hospitalized three times that this year for pancreatitis. They took me off a medicine called Chlorthalidon which I was given for high blood pressure. They believe that may have contributed to the pancreatitis attacks so we will see. I also recently had my IUD removed which could have contributed to the pancreatitis.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@TheTammycueto I'm about the same. Only been in the hospital once this year which is really good for me. Just dealing with cleaning up my house after the hurricane hit us. I wonder if there really is a connection between high blood pressure and pancreatitis, I've never heard of that.

[@lilirobin7136]

What about olive oil?

[@ankitsharma-jj2tm]

Does it become painful because I was diagnosed 4 months back but I am not having much pain or flares? Before diagnosis I had 6-7 painful acute attacks but now I am fine

[@ChronicallyAriel]

It can become painful. Mainly if it's chronic it's more frequently painful but if your pancreas was able to heal enough it shouldn't hurt.

[@lmabikash9075]

Thanks for caring us

[@amielynn2657]

Hi, Ariel. Thank you so much for sharing. I hope this message finds you well. Just wondering how you are doing now? It’s been 3 years since you made this video. I was diagnosed with Chronic Pancreatitis and EPI. I took note to all your do’s and don’ts...Thank you so very much!! Best of luck to you! ♥️

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I'm glad I could help 😊 Sadly I'm currently in a flare plus testing to see if I have a paralyzed stomach, but I'm sure they'll figure it out soon enough ❤

[@amielynn2657]

OMG! I am terribly sorry to hear that. I hope they can find a diagnosis and treat it asap.🙏 I'm having pain as we speak also. I thought I ate a healthy breakfast this morning but my gut says different. I wish there was medicine for the stomach pains, that we can take at home but doc tells me there's not. Makes no sense why the heck not!? Does your doc tell you the same? If you don't mind me asking...how do you handle the discomfort?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@amielynn2657 My doctor has me on a rotation of bentanyl and baclofen for the pain. My number one tip when it comes to the pain (especially if it comes with nausea), is an ice pack on your stomach. I bought a set of 4 on Amazon that came with a velcro strap so I can strap the ice pack to me and not have to constantly lay down and hold it.

[@amielynn2657]

@@ChronicallyAriel Hey girl, thank you for the advice. I usually use a heating pad, I never thought to try an ice pack so last night I did and it seems to help! 💜😉

[@marcel8233]

THANK YOU!

[@RK360TECH]

In young age having pancreatic problem is a curse like actually I have a chronic pancreatic problem it's diagnose at the age of 24 cause of this I not get married too still cause etc etc reasons ... Really hard to know which food is good for us without oil without hard to digest still I am in process of find adapting food pancreas

[@rahulccb2011]

I feel like I'm in depression, I can't eat anything what I used to. I've EPI and lost 23 kgs, 9-10 attacks n lost all my hope to be same person ever again.

[@maxii1836]

Same here Be happy Life is journey not a destination

[@amielynn2657]

I’m a 45 female and I’ve been dealing with stomach pain off and on all my life, literally even as a child. So you’re not alone! I was diagnosed in 2018 with EPI due to my pancreas duct being almost closed and the duct inside the pancreas had a loop in it not straight like a normal duct...so the doc performed an ERCP (placed stent inside my pancreas duct for 6 weeks) which fixed that problem. Everything was good for a year then pain set in again and I lost 15 lbs because food was my enemy and I was scared most of the time to eat. So then I had a MRCP which then I was diagnosed with Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (extremely rare disease)...shortly after I was diagnosed with SMAS that doctor passed away from heart attack and now my new doctor tells me I don’t have SMAS and I never needed the ERCP surgery. 🤬 So he tells me I have Chronic Pancreatitis which causes EPI so now I just started Creon (PERT). Not sure if it’s actually helping because I still have some discomfort everyday. So yes this whole thing SUCKS AND it is an emotional roller coaster ride...my life has changed dramatically. I am trying to figure out what foods I can’t eat and not eat. HA! Easier said then done because I can have a meal one day with no issues and the next day I’ll have the same exact meal that causes pain. GRRRR!!! SO SO FRUSTRATING!!! BUT I do believe once we figure out what diet works, things will get better!! Do a lot of research and call around for guidance The National Pancreas Foundation is a good place to start! Don’t lose hope, you can do this! Stay strong! 🙏🏼💪🏽

[@ravindrasingh-if9hj]

How r you brother right now im also loss weight because of this disease

[@hacerhaltas6704]

Hi, my husband had acute billiary pankreatitis. That days were awfull. He is well now. Our doctor forbided for him fat, and much eat. I am looking for diet plan. But I couldnt. Do you have diet plan?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I haven't been able to find an actual diet plan so I pulled all of the info I could find and made my own.

[@nextsgat7065]

Could you share some kind of documents that shows cool recipes for this condition I would appreciate it.

[@KeenanElias]

I was just released from the hospital where I spent six months, three in CCU and ICU, and three in the trauma ward with acute necrotic pancreatitis. As soon as I was cleared in the trauma ward, the head nutritionist would see me every day, and while i was told to stick to a low fat diet, many of the things you're not 'allowed' to eat, I was. Is this a diet you've figured out for yourself (it works for you), or one the hospital gave you? Thank you for the information. Also is this just your pancreatitis diet or both your pancreatitis and celiac diet as you mention gluten a few times? Best of luck with everything!

[@ChronicallyAriel]

It is my celiac and pancreatitis diet. I follow what the hospital told me with a few additions, they said I could probably handle minimum amounts of coffee but something about it just doesn't work with my pancreas. I'm glad you're getting out ❤

[@KeenanElias]

@@ChronicallyAriel thank you for responding. If this diet works for you, that's amazing! You do you!! :D

[@lisagalusha3235]

Beautifully done, thank you ❤❤. I also live with several conditions that require me to have a very limited and extremely specific diet, and I too have constant questions that drive me absolutely insane. Thank you for sharing with the world that it's not as awful as they think - I myself have developed a serious appreciation for the few things I can have and I love them all. I also have developed a HUGE appreciation for smelling wonderful foods that I can't have - I don't even want them (they'd make me severely ill), I just want to smell them, and I LOVE doing that so much. My family now automatically hands me their food before they eat it and I take in the most amazing few deep inhales through the nose, savor the moment, then hand it right back and eat what I have instead. I love it and do it all the time. Thank you again for sharing ❤❤

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I totally understand the smelling thing, I love walking into breadshops 😊

[@jaimeguillot6430]

Can’t wait for Halloween videos ❤️

[@vinodyoukumar]

Thanks for sharing this.. Good. What about nuts ? What about preservatives in packet foods ?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

At first nuts were a no go for me but recently I've been able to handle peanut butter and pecans. I haven't had issues with preservatives, my diet has expanded a lot since then. I need to make an updated video

[@karenpalazzo1990]

Aerial, try cauliflower pizza crust, it’s found in the freezer section of the store.

[@blane6592]

I had gallstones but I also love to drink Pinot. 😩😩😩

[@robertlerma1029]

You are quite BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for the valuable information! Just getting over a case of pancreatitis!

[@Nectarisa]

you sound like me. I gave up gluten years ago, but now I'm figuring out this new life with a chronically angry panky.

[@limvannak4116]

Hello Ariel! I just checked up with the result I had suspect chronic pancreatitis and Dr. gave me medicine and don’t allow me eat anything beside of water of Porridge. Now I feel more better and not much pain but I want know that how long had you had recovery yours with your diet? And can you give me more advice on diet by writing below my comments again? I am so appreciated and thankful for your sharing.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Sorry I just saw this comment. The average time for a strict liquid diet is 2 weeks according to my doctor. I did that and then stuck to soft foods for 2 months, but my pancreas was wrecked so yours may be different. Just test things in very small quantities before adding them into your daily diet. At first I stuck to 20-25g of fat a day, I actually stayed at that level for a little over a year, (again, my pancreas was wrecked), but now I'm up to 35-40g a day. Still not very high but most other people can go up to 75g a day once they heal their pancreas with a recovery diet. Hope this helps ❤

[@HeavenlyDivineTaro]

I have to stay on keto, ure diet is similar slightly. My friend has chronic pancreitis and her pancreitis is healing but she ate some chicken pot pie and has been having back to back seizures. Mostly shes on liquids but she can eat food, slowly. I now realize the chicken pot pie had all the wrong ingredients thats a heavy dish. Thanks for your favorite foods and telling us u r frustrated because I can feel my friend is. I've had to eat ur diet since 19, im 32, so ya. U get use to it. Thing is, if u cheat u will feel it. Can u drink Kombucha?! Also, I found digestive vitamins for enzymes, have you tried those yet? And how do you feel on them if so.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

My stomach can't handle kombucha, but I am on prescribed digestive enzymes. I take 36,000mg pills, one with snacks and two with meals. They're the only reason I can eat anything at all. I don't know how you're friend is feeling but ensure is good for when she can't handle solids and the one thing that helped the pain and nausea (other than meds) was putting ice packs directly on top of where my pancreas is.

[@TheFriendlyPsychopath]

Keto is the worst thing you can do with a history of pancreatitis.

[@hectorsosa1216]

Last year I went to Florida hospital I had stomach and back pain . They made me ct scan and x rays and the doctor said I had nothing gave a pill for pain now I feel worse even though I have no pain in the back my stools are floating and stomach discomfort I need help

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I'm so sorry you're feeling bad. You can message me on Instagram or Twitter to talk. Link in bio.

[@hectorsosa1216]

@@ChronicallyAriel hello Ariel I need to talk to you I I need your help my tweter is @hector44236060

[@hectorsosa1216]

@@ChronicallyAriel hello I’m hector I need your help please god bless you I have a new tweet it is @hector44236060

[@plantbasedethos5726]

What about olive oil, does it have the same effect as other oils?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@plantbasedethos5726 I can handle a small amount of olive oil that I use to cook things but nothing fried. Just keep an eye on how much fat it adds to your food and you should be good.

[@plantbasedethos5726]

@@ChronicallyAriel yeh thanks. Just a little bit of oil adds up a lot of fat that's true

[@RK360TECH]

Be strong and don't use a Little oil also and don't lift the weights and take antioxidant foods like capsicums , broccoli 🥦, mushroom 🍄 , have little pototo, use tomoro without skin and seed , just cook foods easy digest with oil or butter no meets including

[@akshaycfermas7754]

I had a surgery when I was 18years old due to pancreatitis and now I’m 26 and started weight loss, I’m really sad because I’m not able to gain normal weight for my height (5:11)

[@suneethaenukonda7046]

Iam also same problem do you have any solution iam also weight loss

[@TheAmtwhite]

Thanks for sharing! How are you doing now?

[@sanalkumar9337]

Thanks okay sister God bless you life

[@DylanFowler]

Avoid soy and oxidized oils. And no fizzy drinks.

[@robertlerma1029]

Ariel you are so COOL! Thanks for caring! You are wonderful!

[@Calferr]

Ty

[@av9140]

No carbohydrates pasta and potatoes or red meat.ive had pancreatitis attacks off of nothing anything can cause it trust me

[@hacerhaltas6704]

Hi, thank you sharing this video. Can you give tips to me your daily portions.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

It depends on if my stomach will let me eat. Lately it hasn't been so I eat one meal and drink two Ensures. The general recommendation is 3-4 smaller meals through the day and making sure they don't have more than the amount of fat you can handle, mine is 25g a day but I'm an extreme case.

[@hacerhaltas6704]

@@ChronicallyAriel thank you. Get well soon.

[@Sandee234]

I have epi and take enzymes. But still I have diarriah from nuts, chilli and other things. Probably allergies. But I don't understand the recommended diet. Should I eat fat or not?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Everyone needs some fat for their body to function and be healthy. I would just try to lower the amount of fat. So for chilli swap the meat out for ground turkey or a vegetarian meat substitute, nuts are tricky and i haven't quite figured out all of them but I can handle a small handful of peanuts at a time. I can give you more good substitutions for things if you need.

[@Sandee234]

@@ChronicallyAriel thank you. I am underweight and would love to gain weight. But because of the diarriah it is hard. Excuse my english. I am from germany. I have extreme and crazy cravings for fatty food. How little fat is still ok? Can we get malnoutrishened from a low fat diet? You look so healthy and you don't look undetweight. How much fat in gramms do you eat per day? Can you estimate that?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@Sandee234 I personally drink ensures every day to keep my weight up. The amount of fat you can handle is different for everyone. But generally if you're trying to heal your pancreas its 20-25g a day. If you are doing well you can have more, I'm currently at 35g a day because my pancreas is so scarred, but some people can have up to 75g a day. It's a trial and error thing, start low and work your way up, when it starts to effect you go back down a little and stay there. Also try to eat more fiber, it's no fun but it helped me with my diarrhea.

[@Sandee234]

@@ChronicallyAriel thank you! !!!! Good advice...I will start with 20-25 g now.

[@carichaos1651]

Hi- Halloween Humanist here! 🙂Do you or did you have shortness of breath, fatigue or type 2 diabetic symptoms? Was your back sore and felt nauseous, tired? Im on a strict keto and feel less debilitating symptoms but because I dont even know what I have, Im trying to find people with similar issues. I dont even know how to get diagnosed if I go to the ER. Most importantly, how were you diagnosed? Thank you so much 🖤🤘🏻

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I had shortness of breath and fatigue but no other diabetes symptoms. It took me forever to get diagnosed so don't get discouraged. It took me almost dying to get a real diagnosis cause noone would believe me when I told them how sick I was. A couple trips to the hospital later and I have a diagnosis.

[@carichaos1651]

@@ChronicallyAriel Thank you so much for replying. i feel like my flank area is going to explode its so weird how the pain goes from one side to the other randomly... I have an mri out of pocket scheduled for next friday because my er trips have been so useless...Im on a detox and feeling less pain but it still there. Thank you for sharing your story!! 🖤🤘🏻

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@carichaos1651 I hope they find out what's wrong and it's an easy fix ❤

[@dhrubojyotidas5939]

I m suffering from cronic pancreatitis. I m taking low fat diet. I have quit drinking.. Can I smoke?? Does smoking affect pancreas!?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

From what I've read smoking can make it worse by triggering the inflammation, but in my personal experience it hasn't but I also don't really smoke often enough to say one way or the other.

[@dhrubojyotidas5939]

@@ChronicallyAriel thank you!!

[@azizaturabekova4264]

hey thanks for video!! can you eat fresh fruits and veggies?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

For the most part yes. Sometimes avocado is too fatty but most of the time it's fine in smaller portions.

[@azizaturabekova4264]

@@ChronicallyAriel thank you😊

[@cosmickate4947]

Thanks for good video and sharing

[@lilithbelle2051]

My daughter is crazy for Halloween . She puts up a black tree with purple lights and spooky ornaments she's 48 years old

[@TheJoanml]

Great content 👍🌹 Question: so no keto diet ? 😅

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Nope not keto

[@slimzouaoui6887]

can ask you plz do you have a EPI ? ( Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency? ) and it's case you a Yellowish stool or not ? and do you take any digestive Enzyme Supplements ? I take creon 25000 what test you done to find out you have a EPI? thx

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I take Creon 36000 mg. To get my diagnosis they did multiple rounds of bloodwork, a stool sample, a ct scan, and a colonoscopy.

[@slimzouaoui6887]

Ok I done may tests and Ct scan come up clean! and normal pancerse! but My doctor because dont find nothing and i have yellow stool give me ceron 25000 .I live in Australia here only cost $5 dollars but dont want take it because not test yet prove to me i have a PEI alose I never drink alcohol

[@Sandee234]

@@slimzouaoui6887 did you find out what caused the yellowish stool?

[@Trthsker24]

No haters, Just curious if you have strybismus? Walleye or another eye disorder due to pancreas?

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I have nystagmus that causes my lazy eye. I'm over due for another surgery to fix it. ❤

[@intuitivediane]

4:00 brilliant list 👏

[@gmarie760]

Thank you so much! I am new with pancreatitis. I have been hungry and afraid to eat. How do you keep from loosing weight? I am having trouble maintaining my weight

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I wish I had a good answer but I struggle with that too. Ensures between meals helps me a lot, making sure to eat even when I don't want to helps too. Even if it's just some fruit or a granola bar.

[@gmarie760]

I did not know I could have Ensures. Also will be buying granola bars. I have been existing on about five different items to eat for fear of making myself worse. I am trying to get myself stable. Thank you for letting me know food choices. I also did not know about low fat butter.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@gmarie760 I also suggest getting butter extract for any baked goods you make. Substitute apple sauce for butter (equal parts) and add a tiny bit of butter extract and you can't tell the difference. I hope you get to feeling better ❤

[@gmarie760]

I sorry to keep asking things. Did you ever get short of breath and shaking? Also…. Is rice a Toni bad to eat? It is very low fat but has some carbs.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@gmarie760 Rice a roni is okay but I prefer uncle bens microwave rice pouches when I'm traveling and what not. Also I shake all the time because I have an essential tremor but you could have low blood sugar, maybe keep an eye on when the shaking gets worse to pin point a cause.

[@jasonpuckettfyi2854]

My son is 10 and has hereditary pancreatitis please share more about what you can eat. It is a serious struggle finding what he can have. At least things tasty for someone that young. He has lost 13 lbs down to 73lbs. Thanks for the videos.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Some of my recent favorites are Applegate Naturals chicken nuggets, Udis blueberry muffins (from the freezer section, they're amazing), Van's blueberry waffles, if I haven't eaten much that day the Gluten free four cheese digiorno pizza (the whole thing is exactly 24g of fat), I have an amazing lowfat brownie recipe I can send you if he likes brownies, lucky charms and fruity pebbles are always a good quick meal, the Idaho brand mashed and Augratin potatoes are great, great value makes a gluten free stroganoff that I eat (just cut the cheese packet in half), then I like to use the extra cheese for cheese fries. I recently got an air fryer that has been a game changer so I'd suggest getting one of those if you don't already have one. Certain luna bars are great for travel and only 5g. And if he's craving chocolate the new reese's thins are perfect, he can have two without any issues. If I think of anything else I'll add it later. Hope this is somewhat helpful, I'm dealing with a flare up right now so I can't post but feel free to message me on Instagram with any questions you may have. I hope he feels better soon ❤

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Also Butterball frozen turkey burgers, grits, shrimp, tuna sashimi, and I have a good lowfat banana pudding recipe too.

[@jasonpuckettfyi2854]

Thank you so much. Your video and comments may be a huge blessing to us. He spent 16 days in the hospital last month and 3 small flare ups this month one last night. My fault I thought a week with no problems he may be able to have some red meat but I was definitely wrong. I felt terrible

[@ChronicallyAriel]

@@jasonpuckettfyi2854 It's definitely a learning process. And he may be able to eat red meat but his pancreas needs to heal first. You'll figure it out, he's lucky to have a mom who cares so much ❤

[@jasonpuckettfyi2854]

Thanks for all the info. I do have some questions but I’ll leave those for later when you are feeling better. Hope you feel better soon. I also do not have Instagram but I might do that.

[@lilithbelle2051]

My pancreatitis was caused by the medication victoza. Don't know if it will continue.

[@ChronicallyAriel]

That's terrible. I've never been on that one before

[@lilithbelle2051]

Chronically Ariel its for diabetes.

[@charleyarchuleta4932]

Last few days has been like getting kicked by a horse in the sternum. I live coffee. Not love, but live coffee. I hope I don’t have to cut it out. Love chocolate. I’m going to try the sweet potato idea. Thanks hun

[@charleyarchuleta4932]

I went and bought some digestive enzymes today. We Will see if it helps Tonight. I was up till almost 5 this morning lol. I have a hard time Laying flat because my heart will Best fast or I get palpitations from this inflammation

[@charleyarchuleta4932]

This digestive distress and pain is a bummer. I love salsa too haha. When I was in the advice I had my gallbladder removed. Then had a complication so they operated on my pancreas. All seemed good. Through the years I get flare ups.

[@janel-christine]

@@charleyarchuleta4932 aww this is the same ordeal I’m going thru. Got some super papaya enzymes by American health & im hoping it helps. I’m scared to eat :/

[@user-pc5tj3fl9c]

Is crayal light ok

[@ChronicallyAriel]

Yeah that's perfectly fine

[@robertlerma1029]

I love you too, because you are so caring and beautiful!

[@p-man5215]

Thank u🙂

[@av9140]

I was told it was ibs and all I'm my head🙄🤯 start off with sharp stabbing pains like an ice pick or knife center upper stomach can't breath can't move lol thought I was dying it also happens after eating fatty foods or greasy foods ooooo bt yet my gallbladder is fine??? No I gt am ultrasound done which sucks let's be realistic u can barely see on an ultrasound sludge and gallstones can easily be missed. Also I had a hida scan which showed "normal" gallbladder contractions mine was at 79% wtfffff it wasn't at 100% so IDC .I made another doc appt. I'm constantly nauseas weight loss for few years

[@ChronicallyAriel]

I'm sorry you're going through that, the process to get a right diagnosis is long and miserable. I wish there was an easier way to figure these things out.