What I Eat in a Day on the Low FODMAP Diet | How to Manage IBS | Grit and Groceries

[@CorinaThomas-lh7xl]

I’m so glad I found you! I’m a young adult who developed ibs when my dad died, and I’m so tired of living with such an angry stomach. You have no idea what a blessing you are right now!

[@amandaallen5335]

I find it so difficult. I'm supposed to be low fodmap.... However I also have lots of food allergies. I never know what to eat. I'm 54. I can't have egg, I can't have avocado, cucumbers, or any of onion family. I love spinich. I've had 5 surgeries as a child for gut issues and was a very sick child. I'm so sick of being sick This is why people like you are so very important for people like me. We get the information we need and you explain the whys!

[@gritandgroceries]

Awww yeah, allergies are tough. I have a few also separate than the whole FODMAP thing. I was also pretty sickly as a kid - never had surgeries (thank god) but ir was rough because food allergies weren’t really a thing back then, I’m sure it was the same when you were a kid. We just didn’t know what we were looking for and how everything is connected. Definitely a lesson I plan on passing on to the generation. As for what to eat, my personal motto is when in doubt, chicken and rice (or quinoa). You may want to make a list of your sage foods and focus on what you can have instead of what you can’t. I know a lot of people find that helpful. Hang in there, keep up the good work and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey.❤️

[@cpwwjd69]

I like you have issues, mind are not as complex, just a picky eater, and also get heartburn so it makes it complicated

[@-LocoBolon]

try carnivore diet and start from there. Then add different groups of foods 1 by 1 to see wich ones you can tolerate and wich you can't. Don't fall for this cr4p right here: chimi churri, cucumber, greens, microwaved quinoa... this is absolutge BS, no ibs can wat any of those

[@naynay9652]

I do suggest duck eggs. I can eat them without issues. Most people with egg allergies can have duck eggs

[@contrarian717]

Me too, suddenly from nowhere, eggs and avo issues...after decades of joy with it...

[@shaunaleessnackidies]

Love this! ❤ Finally someone who speaks my language!

[@lucilleturpin4991]

Thank you for this video. It's good to have fresh ideas to put simple meals together. I have tried a few of your recipes and will try more in the near future. Look forward to hear from you again!

[@gritandgroceries]

You’re very welcome! I agree it’s nice to have some inspo to switch it up at times. Thanks for watching and trying my recipes. I hope to have more videos for you soon!

[@ambernazarenko1468]

Thank you for sharing. I appreciate you. You are making a positive difference in my life. ❤

[@gritandgroceries]

Awww you’re very welcome. I’m so happy that I could help.❤️

[@Julsdig]

Yessss, more videos like this!

[@katieb9312]

Wow new subscriber ! You are making Fodmaps achievable for me! Thank you 🙏🙏

[@gritandgroceries]

You’re very welcome. So glad I could help!

[@Tcgrande77]

Great video. I stopped snacking and eat 2 meals and a protein smoothie at breakfast. The time between meals helps my digestion immensely…. And the addition of warm tea after eating and hydration throughout the day. Protein, fats and moderate amounts cooked greens. ❤

[@gritandgroceries]

Thank you! That’s great! I’m so glad you were able to make that change and get some benefit from it. People don’t think snacking is an issue but it really can be. Tea is also a great digestive - I’m so glad you have found what works for you!

[@duchessofst.andrew7210]

Yes... please post more !!! !!!

[@toyawilliams626]

Great video I was informed today by my doctor that I have to eat this way , please post more u did very well

[@gritandgroceries]

Thank you, I will! Glad you found my channel. I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!

[@patriciaelg1464]

I enjoyed this video. I didn't notice anything un professional. I have ibs and it hasn't bothered me for many years but since I turned 70, it is flaring up. I also need to eat low carb because I'm prediabetic. Thank you for your info and I will be watching more of them.

[@terrisigley412]

Thank you for your expertise. I was just diagnosed with beginning stages of Chrons. I’ve had been a IBS-c. A low fodmap is all new to me. I’m overthinking a lot of this. Video was perfect! And you look fabulous nothing fancy needs here!

[@gritandgroceries]

Oh no! I’m so glad you found my channel and I’m hoping this diet helps to reverse your crohns. I was on my way to a crohns diagnosis when I found this diet and it stopped it in its tracks once I figured out which foods were causing my issues and removed them from my diet. They told me it was an autoimmune issue, I’m sure they told you that too, but I actually had undiagnosed food allergies that were causing the inflammation and immune reaction. I don’t know if that’s the case fit you, but I just wanted you know that it is possible. Best of luck!❤️

[@maddiem333]

happy i found your channel! do you have a sauce video yet?

[@allisonluengas426]

Thank you for posting, you just saved another tummy!

[@gritandgroceries]

You’re very welcome. I’m so glad you found my channel!!

[@JigsawPuzzleConnection]

Looks good but I can't have tomatos for my GERD. This is so hard to figure out what to eat.

[@sanguinesoulful]

Thank you for this video! I'm like you and do not normally eat three meals a day. I usually either: eat a late breakfast (similar to the one you ate - heavy in the protein and good fats) with a dinner; sometimes, a light, but high protein lunch (might even have eggs and greens for that) and dinner; or, dinner only. Side note: rewatched some of your Thanksgiving food videos to try out this year. Always appreciate your good work!❤ Edited to add: your skin looks extra beautiful here and your brows are perfection.

[@gritandgroceries]

Awww omg you are too sweet! Thank you! It’s sounds like you’re doing great on this diet and I hope the have found the relief you were seeking. I hope you try the stuffing and the pumpkin pie - those are my faves! Happy Thanksgiving!! I’m so grateful for your comments and so glad you found my channel!☺️

[@Rennexl]

I found out I had IBS, was intolerant to oats and yeast about a year ago. I never did anything about it because I couldn't accept the fact I was now restricted from eating things I love. Idk I love food lol I also around the same time stopped smoking nicotine so I turned to food, so whenever I was bored I would eat and eat whatever I want which caused me to gain weight and still always have a bloated stomach. I’ve always tried to avoid garlic and oil because I knew those were the worst for you when you have IBS. Well now, I’m trying to lose weight, eat healthy and start this low FODMAP diet. What I keep hearing in your videos is that you don’t agree with snacking throughout the day which I understand. From what I was told the best way to eat is small portions of things throughout the day like 5-7 times a day (hunters gather diet 🤷🏻‍♀️) to get your metabolism back on track. Along with that I’ve been walking 30 mins in the morning before eating and I’ve been doing it for about two and half weeks now and I’ve lost 8 pounds already. Sooo I don’t want to stop because I’m trying to lose some weight. Is there another way that recommend going about doing so? Oh and I also stop eating at 6 every night and sometimes I’ll start eating at 10 or 12. Other than my dreaded IBS I feel fine.

[@alannaharganbright5338]

Great video. Do more!

[@gritandgroceries]

Thank you! Trying to get back into it!

[@megalou6567]

I have a berkey !! I love it so fricken much !! The filters last for years bc it’s several thousand gallons that is filters before you have to change them

[@rachelstalzer78]

I laughed OUT LOUD when you said…”good job Marky Mark (on the pickles)”

[@zara.taylor]

Are the pickles still low fodmap if the brine has garlic? I’ve tried so many different brands and they all seem to bother me, but I’m well past the elimination phase. Been maintaining for a couple years. Love your vids! Such a huge help🖤

[@gritandgroceries]

Hi! Great question! I think it comes down to both the person and the pickles. I don’t seem to have a problem with most brands, I can even drink the pickle juice and be okay, but there is one brand I have tried that is too garlicky for me to handle. So again I think it comes down to personal tolerance. If you’ve tried all the brands and still can’t find one without garlic that doesn’t upset you, you may want to try and make your own pickles. It’s not too difficult, the hardest thing for me is keeping everything below the brine so it doesn’t grow the bad bacteria. I’ll link a video for you that explains the process since I don’t have one. I know it may seem like a lot to do, but when I really wanted something, I would figure out how to make it in a way that I could eat it, and now that’s why I have this channel, so I do think it is a good strategy for life in general, you know. Best of luck!☺️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJjLiWeDp8xqodksi=f6FrzFEE2wYN_yUT

[@jessicamellish2814]

Looks delicious! Do you use lactose free cream?

[@gritandgroceries]

Nope! Heavy cream, since it is all fat, is naturally lactose free! Lactose is a sugar found in the non-fat portion of the milk. You can check the label on the cream and it will say 0 sugar which means no lactose! Just be aware that there are other components in dairy that can cause symptoms. You also want to be mindful of preservatives, binders, and emulsifiers that are commonly found in heavy cream - those weird chemicals can cause digestive upset and be harmful to the microbiome. You ultimately just have to try it and see how you feel. Best of luck!

[@jessicamellish2814]

@gritandgroceries awesome, thank you!

[@1234waveskier]

Good videos, are you still doing them? Can’t find any recent ones. Thanks

[@gritandgroceries]

Thank you!! Yes, I plan too. I had my first baby a little over 2 months ago. Hopefully I’ll be able to film more videos soon. Thanks for watching!

[@patriciaelg1464]

That snack salad looks great! I'm really not much of a fan of quinoa. Can we eat white basmati rice or risotto?

[@naynay9652]

Yes and buckwheat groats

[@gritandgroceries]

Absolutely! I have a risotto recipe on the channel for you!😉

[@patriciaelg1464]

I met a woman from Israel and she made a salad and cut up everything small and her dressing was lemon juice with salt and pepper. It was delicious!

[@vidhyashre2850]

Hey dr.. pls share how is your ibs now? Also how to re introduce the foods? Im intolerance to protein rich legumes and grains.. i just figured out... pls tell how to include

[@Pink_jay80]

I have a question 🙋‍♀️ I also have gastroparesis should I blend up the ruffge

[@tinad8779]

My IBS has been really bad for months and I just started the low FODMAP diet a couple days ago, but it doesn't seem to be helping much yet. I'm wondering if I start with a 24 to 48 hour fast to help rest my stomach and then start the low FODMAP diet. Do you think that would work?

[@gritandgroceries]

Hello. Yes! A 24-48 hour fast can be a great way to kick start the digestive healing! If you decide to fast, make sure to take it easy and stay hydrated. If you feel faint at all you can add the juice of 1 lemon and 1 tsp sea salt to 32 oz of water - that should help. When you come out of your fast make sure you transition to back to solid foods by consuming liquids first. Try my bone broth recipe and then my carrot ginger soup. Also, remember that it’s important to not consume chemicals and preservatives that are in processed foods in addition to fodmaps because they also irritate the gut and cause digestive issues. Thanks for watching and best of luck!

[@tinad8779]

@@gritandgroceries thank you for that information! 😊

[@symphony357]

Here's a question. I usually take my supplements with meals so I drink a whole glass of water with the meal. So how can one take the supplements without drinking water during the meal. You recommended not drinking anything during a meal to strengthen the bile and digestive enzymes. Thanks for your ideas.

[@gritandgroceries]

Hmmm maybe wait like 30 mins after you eat to take your supps and water. You can also add lemon to the water to help keep your stomach acid acidic. Ultimately you’ll just have to experiment and find out what works best for you. Good luck!

[@symphony357]

@@gritandgroceries good idea. Thanks!

[@nachoraw]

I love your recipes.... how to you get enough calories though?

[@christinarobinson9762]

Wow that is a huge meal

[@gritandgroceries]

Hahaha that’s cuz I only eat twice a day and don’t snack. I prefer to eat larger meals less often because that is less cooking and cleaning.😜 It is important not to overeat, which can cause ibs symptoms, but my bod can handle it.

[@sueh1091]

hello, I am new to this way of eating and cooking for a friend. I understand you can't have garlic, onion on this diet but I always see garlic infused oil. can you just cut a garlic in half and put it in oil and let it infuse for 24 hours and use that? why would garlic infused oil not bother people but some garlic affect people?

[@gritandgroceries]

Hello, I actually go over this in my garlic oil video as well as show you how I make it. I hope you check it out.☺️

[@chaparral88081]

The link for Aji Verde does not work. 😞

[@gritandgroceries]

Sorry, my website was down but it’s back up now.☺️

[@CharoGuirado]

What is the cream for the desert?

[@Believebeyond1]

When you eat 2 meals what’s your timeframe’s? I could eat this way it’s how I like to eat. But dealing with bloating and found your channel

[@gritandgroceries]

I usually skip breakfast, just have some coffee with heavy cream, then have lunch between 11-1 and dinner between like 6-8 just depends on how the day goes. And maybe a small snack somewhere in there if I’m hungry.

[@Believebeyond1]

I just started making kefir, but my tummy doesn’t like that either 😢

[@gritandgroceries]

Bummer. I’ve always wanted to try kefir but I’m guessing it wouldn’t work for me either since I can’t really tolerate milk or yogurt.

[@tiffanykimsey3786]

Would this diet work for gastropharis

[@gritandgroceries]

I have also struggled with gastroparesis. It was pretty bad - I had food sitting in my stomach for days! The docs did a bunch of tests but never found any answers. It’s resolved now, so I guess changing my diet did help but I’m not exactly sure why or how. I’m thinking maybe by identifying the foods that I was allergic to and removing them help to calm the inflammation also getting off antacids and strengthening my stomach acid helped to get things moving I think.

[@terriketokooni3100]

I’ve tried different diets and nothing has worked. I don’t know what fodmap is I did keto for a long time trying to lose weight. I went from 198 to 156. I feel OK at my weight but I want to lose more. This diet scares me because I don’t eat starch. I don’t wanna gain weight and that I kind of makes me gain, I have been doing carnivore a little meals a day lunch and dinner. My lunch is usually around one or two and then I stop eating at about 7 o’clock. Maybe I don’t eat vegetables bread pasta if it’s not carnivore again if I eat bread or potatoes at least a pound, my Gastro doctor seems to think that I have IBS because we did a colonoscopy and a endoscopy and everything came out good TMI I have diarrhea every day for the last three years doesn’t matter what I eat. I’m scared to go anywhere far because I’m afraid I’ll have an accident, I’m desperate and I need to find something that will help me. Thank you for being there.

[@gritandgroceries]

Ooooo that’s sucks. I’m so sorry, I’ve been there. It could be a FODMAP issue causing the diarrhea and this diet could help. First of all I want to say that this is not a weight loss diet but that doesn’t mean you can’t lose weight on it. You also don’t have to eat starch. Since you’re only eating animal protein and veg, you could be eating too many vegetables that are high FODMAP which is could be causing the loose stools. Watch my low FODMAP diet explained video for more details on how that happens. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHEZ2Nurr-JapYsi=NlCkqTXn-GYucfj1 I also don’t have anything agains carnivore if that’s working for you. Lastly, I would recommend mixing 1 tbsp on chia seeds with 8oz of water and shake it until it gels up. Try drinking that daily and see if it helps to bulk up your stool. I hope that helps. Best of luck to you on your digestive journey!❤️

[@sandysandy9675]

Aren't the beans a no no on the FODMAP diet???

[@symphony357]

@@sandysandy9675 I heard you can eat small porrtion of say, lentils or beans. For example 2 TB. That is what I do

[@nicoleh2239]

The link to the ahi verde sauce isn’t working.

[@gritandgroceries]

Ugh! So sorry. Thanks for letting me know. The recipe is posted on my Instagram. Just scroll back to October of 2020.👍🏻 You’re gonna love it!

[@kandyannette3766]

Arnt avocados high fodmap ?

[@gritandgroceries]

Yes, they are. However this diet is all about serving sizes, and you can have a singular low FODMAP serving of high fodmap foods during a meal during the elimination phase. For avo that’s 1oz or about 1 tablespoon. After going through the reintroduction phase, I was able to determine that avo doesn’t trigger any symptoms for me, so I can eat as much avo as I want. Woo!!

[@gloria9307]

Are you still providing private coaching? I tried to contact you, but I couldn’t find a way to do that.😢

[@gritandgroceries]

Hi Gloria, would you be able to DM me on Instagram so we could chat? That would be the best place to reach me. Let me know if you don’t have Instagram - I’ll check back in this comment and we’ll figure something out.☺️

[@norubi]

Hi! Is this diet or food that you are eating for the first phase of low fodmap?

[@gritandgroceries]

Hello. I’ve been in my maintenance phase (phase 3) of the low FODMAP diet for 5-6 years now so this day of eating does contain a bit more of certain foods that contain fodmaps that I know my body can tolerate like cherry tomatoes, beans, and avocados. You could follow the same basic format of these meals like protein+veg+starch over leafy greens, just be mindful of the serving size of the FODMAP containing veg and only add one low FODMAP serving of a FODMAP containing food per meal. For example, the tomato bean mixture I made for dinner wouldn’t work in the elimination phase (phase 1) because cherry tomatoes and beans are both high FODMAP. You’d have to choose a low FODMAP serving size of one or the other. I hope that was helpful.☺️

[@norubi]

@@gritandgroceries OMG thank you so much for replied me

[@nehanehasoudagar9788]

I have ibs d but I only go toilet once a day,I don't know why my body is getting soooooo weak loosing weight please somebody help me

[@gritandgroceries]

Oh no! When that happened to me it was because I wasn’t producing enough acid and bile to breakdown my food very well (from years of taking antacids) and my intestines were so inflamed that couldn’t absorb what I was breaking down. It turned out that I had undiagnosed food allergies that was causing the inflammation - mostly garlic. Once I removed it from my diet, my weight stabilized. I don’t know if this is the case with you, but it’s something you might want to explore especially if you have undigested matter in your stool regularly. Gross, I know, sorry. I’m really hoping sharing this helps you. Best of luck.🙏🏻

[@tayluvofficial]

I'm constipated and it hurts so much! Should i keep eating food?

[@gritandgroceries]

While I do like to employ fasting periodically to activate the body’s healing mechanisms, I don’t think it will get your bowels moving. Here are a few things you can try: 1. 32oz of water with the juice of 1 whole lemon and 1 tsp of salt (preferably natural mineral salt like Celtic salt but pink Himalayan salt will work too) 2. Add 1 tbsp of chia seeds to 8oz water and shake until it gels. 3. Try a powdered magnesium citrate supplement like Calm. amzn.to/3V5iaDu Also try to walk outdoors for at least 30 mins per day. Hope that’s helpful. Good luck.❤️

[@GC-vi6ln]

@@gritandgroceries 39:35

[@maryyv8072]

Hmm raw spinach and tomatoes are not good for ibs, hmm idk if the shown thing is correct or not😅😅😅

[@gritandgroceries]

I find that spinach is pretty easy to digest raw, but I would never eat raw kale! lol. Also tomatoes don’t cause issues for me. My channel aims to help people figure out which foods work best for them through the framework of an elimination diet. If you already know that raw spinach and tomatoes don’t work for you, that’s great! I hope my re Joe’s inspire you and you tailor them to your needs.☺️

[@melindanorman5743]

Do you have scientific evidence about the MMC and the 4 hour stat you said? Most scientific articles I’ve read say it can start around 90 mins.

[@gritandgroceries]

Hello. I left a link to info on the MMC in the description of my latest video - what I ate while pregnant. Hope that helps to clarify. ☺️

[@Jackie-us6sl]

Avocado is considered a high fodmap that my understanding

[@yung5dakid]

It’s about the amount of 🥑

[@katrinagelinas4869]

Aren’t avocados on the no list of low fodmap

[@alexgoodhindconditioning970]

Fodmap foods are also dont of portion size, 1/4 avo is low fodmap but 1/2 is high fodmap, i think i know avo is low and high, same with sweet potato

[@raquelandronic9271]

How many cups of spinach would you say is in this video??

[@gritandgroceries]

Hmmm… cups I’m not sure, but I would say 1 good handful for breakfast, same for lunch, and then 2 handfuls of arugula for dinner. Veg/fiber can be a bit difficult on this diet, which is why I always try to add in leafy greens to my meals which are FODMAP free. Hope this helps to answer your question.☺️

[@kristakirk]

Are you sure you’re a dietitian? Why avocado when it’s high fodmap?

[@gritandgroceries]

I am a certified clinical nutritionist through a naturopathic school - I don’t teach that food pyramid bs. Since I went through the elimination phase of the low FODMAP diet, I know that I tolerate avocado just fine so I’m gonna eat as much as I want.

[@tamiaa100]

Massive trigger warning since 1:40.. not gonna watch the whole video. “I don’t eat that much”? Girl.

[@maryyv8072]

Ibs got triggered looking at this

[@gritandgroceries]

Well that’s the thing about ibs, triggers are individual to each person. Going through the reintroduction phase is key because I know which foods cause symptoms for me and which don’t, so I feel comfortable eating beans for example which is typically an ibs no no. I’m sorry if my triggers are different from yours and this video was not helpful for you.

[@Maria-sd8oj]

Avocado is not low fosmap

[@gritandgroceries]

I’ve said this many times - the low FODMAP diet is all about serving sizes and you can have 1 low FODMAP serving of a high FODMAP food per meal - for avocado that would be 1 tablespoon. However, since I have gone through the reintroduction phase of this diet, I know that avocados do not trigger ibs symptoms for me, which is why I feel comfortable eating 1/2 a small avo in one sitting.

[@andyvero9631]

I did it for my daughter and she got a trigger with the avocado & egg 😢

[@andyvero9631]

Quick question? IBS sufferers should avoid onions & garlic; but you use garlic oil? Can that not cause a trigger? Thanks🌷

[@charcharreid]

@@gritandgroceriesI wouldn’t do that I would just not eat any high food map food and just eat low food map Foods which is what I do.

[@kristakirk]

@@gritandgroceriesyou definitely should explain that in the video

[@thesinclairfamily.7493]

Trigger warning* don't watch this if you have "icks" with food, she's about to describe what an egg is. If your Neurodivergent that's a massive no. I'm now put off eggs for sometime.

[@terrykobrenski4781]

Avocado is not low fodmap.