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HardyGirl4Ever wrote: »Thank you so much! I will try that. Does that mean I should stop the reboot? I just spent so much money on produce. lol Thank you so much for being wonderful and kind.
@BZAH10 posted above that she sometimes does liquids/soft foods for one or two days, and @HorrorGeekLiz said she's done one for a few days. I don't think one or two days would hurt if you want to try it. I have no idea if it will help either. I personally wouldn't do it for much longer than that (but I'm a wimp!). You could also juice some of it and roast the rest (that will make them nice and soft). And in the meantime, hopefully you'll get lots of other ideas to try :drinker:1 -
HardyGirl4Ever wrote: »OP, if your digestive system is "in really rough shape", have you gone to a doctor? If not, you really should to ensure there is not something wrong that requires actual medical attention.
I don't believe there is any truth to the idea that your digestive system needs a break. I would also hesitate to drink just fruit juice for more than a day or two, as your body needs protein, fat, and plenty of calories to do all the other things it does all day. Unfortunately, juicing is by its nature pretty labor intensive. As @kgeyser said, batch prepping and bagging your produce might help.
If you've been to a doctor and they say nothing is wrong or there's nothing they can do, if you are more specific about the problems you are having, there are lots of regulars with all kinds of digestive conditions here that i'm sure could give you some suggestions.
Wow thank you!! I have been to many different types of doctors. This digestive issue has been going on for about 4 1/2 years now, and nobody can figure out what's wrong with me. Along with my other symptoms, my family doctor said since she can't figure out what it can be with all my test results coming back fine, she assumes it's Chronic Fatigue and Irritable Bowel that I have. (I have other health issues aside from digestion). She gave me a prescription for chronic fatigue that made me worse, and I've been on my own since, going to all different kinds of doctors. I'm finally no longer sick after 9 months of not being able to sit up or anything after going back to my homeopath... I had read a wrestler talking about her juice cleanses and where she found out about it. It's a man named Joe Cross who did the movies 'Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead 1&2". I've just been trying almost anything to make myself better and healthy for once.
Maybe you should go to real doctors instead of homeopaths.
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You do know Joe cross gained all of his weight again after each "cleanse"....personally not a great advert.1
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FunkyTobias wrote: »HardyGirl4Ever wrote: »OP, if your digestive system is "in really rough shape", have you gone to a doctor? If not, you really should to ensure there is not something wrong that requires actual medical attention.
I don't believe there is any truth to the idea that your digestive system needs a break. I would also hesitate to drink just fruit juice for more than a day or two, as your body needs protein, fat, and plenty of calories to do all the other things it does all day. Unfortunately, juicing is by its nature pretty labor intensive. As @kgeyser said, batch prepping and bagging your produce might help.
If you've been to a doctor and they say nothing is wrong or there's nothing they can do, if you are more specific about the problems you are having, there are lots of regulars with all kinds of digestive conditions here that i'm sure could give you some suggestions.
Wow thank you!! I have been to many different types of doctors. This digestive issue has been going on for about 4 1/2 years now, and nobody can figure out what's wrong with me. Along with my other symptoms, my family doctor said since she can't figure out what it can be with all my test results coming back fine, she assumes it's Chronic Fatigue and Irritable Bowel that I have. (I have other health issues aside from digestion). She gave me a prescription for chronic fatigue that made me worse, and I've been on my own since, going to all different kinds of doctors. I'm finally no longer sick after 9 months of not being able to sit up or anything after going back to my homeopath... I had read a wrestler talking about her juice cleanses and where she found out about it. It's a man named Joe Cross who did the movies 'Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead 1&2". I've just been trying almost anything to make myself better and healthy for once.
Maybe you should go to real doctors instead of homeopaths.
She stated she has tried several doctors. Now, I'm not defending what she's doing as right, but as someone who has gone through this, doctors have a hard time pinpointing digestive issues since they can be vague and made worse by other issues (stress, other illnesses and medications, etc.).
I won't retell my story here of all the doctors and GI specialists I went to over the years because it's too long. I've just learned to manage it myself by elimination diets, managing stress, working out regularly, and resorting to liquids and soft foods occasionally. Not calling you out personally, @FunkyTobias. Just responding to your response since it's generally perceived that medical doctors are the answer. Sometimes they are not.6 -
IME, juicing or anything similar exasperated my IBS.0
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FunkyTobias wrote: »HardyGirl4Ever wrote: »OP, if your digestive system is "in really rough shape", have you gone to a doctor? If not, you really should to ensure there is not something wrong that requires actual medical attention.
I don't believe there is any truth to the idea that your digestive system needs a break. I would also hesitate to drink just fruit juice for more than a day or two, as your body needs protein, fat, and plenty of calories to do all the other things it does all day. Unfortunately, juicing is by its nature pretty labor intensive. As @kgeyser said, batch prepping and bagging your produce might help.
If you've been to a doctor and they say nothing is wrong or there's nothing they can do, if you are more specific about the problems you are having, there are lots of regulars with all kinds of digestive conditions here that i'm sure could give you some suggestions.
Wow thank you!! I have been to many different types of doctors. This digestive issue has been going on for about 4 1/2 years now, and nobody can figure out what's wrong with me. Along with my other symptoms, my family doctor said since she can't figure out what it can be with all my test results coming back fine, she assumes it's Chronic Fatigue and Irritable Bowel that I have. (I have other health issues aside from digestion). She gave me a prescription for chronic fatigue that made me worse, and I've been on my own since, going to all different kinds of doctors. I'm finally no longer sick after 9 months of not being able to sit up or anything after going back to my homeopath... I had read a wrestler talking about her juice cleanses and where she found out about it. It's a man named Joe Cross who did the movies 'Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead 1&2". I've just been trying almost anything to make myself better and healthy for once.
Maybe you should go to real doctors instead of homeopaths.
She stated she has tried several doctors. Now, I'm not defending what she's doing as right, but as someone who has gone through this, doctors have a hard time pinpointing digestive issues since they can be vague and made worse by other issues (stress, other illnesses and medications, etc.).
I won't retell my story here of all the doctors and GI specialists I went to over the years because it's too long. I've just learned to manage it myself by elimination diets, managing stress, working out regularly, and resorting to liquids and soft foods occasionally. Not calling you out personally, @FunkyTobias. Just responding to your response since it's generally perceived that medical doctors are the answer. Sometimes they are not.
Medical doctors may not have all the answers, but homeopaths have none.
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minniemoo1972 wrote: »You do know Joe cross gained all of his weight again after each "cleanse"....personally not a great advert.
Really? I thought it was just after the first time.0 -
I think there may be something to juicing to be honest.
I fell for the Fat Sick and Nearly Dead documentary years ago as a way to lose weight. Bought a juicer, juiced for a few days, and packed it away for years. I got it back out a few months ago somewhat shortly after switching to a plant based diet.
I don't do juice "cleanses" but I do incorporate fresh vegetable juice (veggies grown by my hands) into my diet daily and I've seen some changes. Most notably, in my running. I recover faster when I incorporate juicing. It has helped me as I increased my training intensity for an upcoming race.
For a person with digestive issues, one of juicing's biggest benefits is that it takes out the fiber. I've never cared enough to go to a doctor for digestive issues because I know my symptoms fall in line with IBS. Fiber is absolutely necessary but too much and my guts are not happy. Juicing allows me to obtain the micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals) from veggies that my body needs to cope with a rigorous training schedule without ending up doubling my daily fiber needs.
It's about balance. I've found a way of eating that keeps my intestines happy and allows me to train like I want to. I've done the leg work though and it took a lot to get here.
All that being said. I juice on Sunday and make enough for about 4 days. It's canning season. Go to a store and buy a case of pint size ball jars. Fill the jars and put them in your refrigerator. I prefer using jars because they're convenient and more air tight than plastic.1 -
Thank you so much! I was juicing just in the morning every day, and that felt good. Didn't get rid of my belly bloat or pains, but I felt like I had a bit more energy. I love your suggestions, thank you very much!0
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kommodevaran wrote: »A break from digesting food? That's what the digestive system IS for. Do you give your heart a break from beating? Your lungs a break from breathing? Your brain a break from thinking?
Well yeah I give my brain a break from thinking when I'm on vacation!
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FunkyTobias wrote: »FunkyTobias wrote: »HardyGirl4Ever wrote: »OP, if your digestive system is "in really rough shape", have you gone to a doctor? If not, you really should to ensure there is not something wrong that requires actual medical attention.
I don't believe there is any truth to the idea that your digestive system needs a break. I would also hesitate to drink just fruit juice for more than a day or two, as your body needs protein, fat, and plenty of calories to do all the other things it does all day. Unfortunately, juicing is by its nature pretty labor intensive. As @kgeyser said, batch prepping and bagging your produce might help.
If you've been to a doctor and they say nothing is wrong or there's nothing they can do, if you are more specific about the problems you are having, there are lots of regulars with all kinds of digestive conditions here that i'm sure could give you some suggestions.
Wow thank you!! I have been to many different types of doctors. This digestive issue has been going on for about 4 1/2 years now, and nobody can figure out what's wrong with me. Along with my other symptoms, my family doctor said since she can't figure out what it can be with all my test results coming back fine, she assumes it's Chronic Fatigue and Irritable Bowel that I have. (I have other health issues aside from digestion). She gave me a prescription for chronic fatigue that made me worse, and I've been on my own since, going to all different kinds of doctors. I'm finally no longer sick after 9 months of not being able to sit up or anything after going back to my homeopath... I had read a wrestler talking about her juice cleanses and where she found out about it. It's a man named Joe Cross who did the movies 'Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead 1&2". I've just been trying almost anything to make myself better and healthy for once.
Maybe you should go to real doctors instead of homeopaths.
She stated she has tried several doctors. Now, I'm not defending what she's doing as right, but as someone who has gone through this, doctors have a hard time pinpointing digestive issues since they can be vague and made worse by other issues (stress, other illnesses and medications, etc.).
I won't retell my story here of all the doctors and GI specialists I went to over the years because it's too long. I've just learned to manage it myself by elimination diets, managing stress, working out regularly, and resorting to liquids and soft foods occasionally. Not calling you out personally, @FunkyTobias. Just responding to your response since it's generally perceived that medical doctors are the answer. Sometimes they are not.
Medical doctors may not have all the answers, but homeopaths have none.
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Never endorsed homeopaths. I said I figured it out for myself.0
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I have had to "give my digestive tract a break" a few times when I was so sick that I could hardly leave the bathroom. I was put on a liquid diet for a few days, along with stearoids to get rid of inflammation. Then went to an allergist and found I was allergic to some foods. Since eliminating the worst offenders, I've been fine. All that to say, OP, have you seen an allergist?1
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I have had to "give my digestive tract a break" a few times when I was so sick that I could hardly leave the bathroom. I was put on a liquid diet for a few days, along with stearoids to get rid of inflammation. Then went to an allergist and found I was allergic to some foods. Since eliminating the worst offenders, I've been fine. All that to say, OP, have you seen an allergist?
Thank you! I had something similar in September through November, except I was just told to eat what I could. I have been to an allergist/immunologist. After several tests she gave up.
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HardyGirl4Ever wrote: »Apparently drinking your nutrients give your digestive system a much needed break.
What do you need a break from? Just eat better in general...0 -
I read this too quick and, at first, thought it said Juicing Robot. Can someone call science and get them working on this?5
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You still digest juice... Only true break is clear liquids and TPN1
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IBS is a diagnosis when all else has been ruled out
Have you followed any elimination protocols to identify any particular intolerances?
Gastric issues are draining1 -
Yes, thank you! I have tried elimination diets and didn't get any insight. I have had IBS in the past, but my old doctor gave me a prescription. My other doctors since are guessing that's what it is because, like you said, all else they can think of has bee ruled out.
They are! I'm sorry if you are dealing/or have dealt with them!!0 -
@HardyGirl4Ever,
I'm totally into my juicer! I shop for veggies every week. As soon as I get home, I fill a clean tub with water and a couple of teaspoons of baking soda. I give veggies a quick rinse, then into the baking soda water for ten minutes. Then I use a a vegetable to scrub outside as I rinse after baking soda soak. Put veggies on clean dish towels pat to dry. I let them air dry in colanders, then store in refrigerator. I have a weeks worth of juice veggies clean and ready to use.
I usually juice two days worth of juice at a time.1
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