Gastroparesis and losing weight...

I have Gastroparesis and find it incredibly hard to lose weight.

I'm actually planning on trying to juice veggies and fruits just to get them in my diet. Juice and then strain them. As is, I can tolerate small amounts if they are overcooked but that ruins some of the point of eating them.

What do you do for nausea?

I'm pretty sure her doctor would understand. When my GP flares up, I'm lucky to get 500 calories in a day.

I'm having that problem too; I'm riding my bike everyday and walking too, but I'm still having a hard time.

I am consuming less than 1200 calories per day; but I feel full all the time.

so, you're biking and walking daily, AND eating less than 1200 in total.

I'd sincerely speak to your doctor.

I was just diagnosed with Gastroparesis a couple of weeks ago and my doctor also wanted to put me on medicine that I refuse to take. I asked around and read forums and blogs online and found that people are using Acidophilus (over the counter in the vitamin section) for digestion. While I was told this is something that has to build up in your system, I have seen tremendous improvement over the past couple of weeks. Do a google search for it on-line. I just got the Nature's Bounty brand and take 1-2 day. It's the same ingredients found in yogurt, but who has time to eat 6 yogurts a day lol It may be worth giving it a try. I don't feel as full all the time and my system seems to be getting back on track. Hope this helps!

Hi MFP family...

Just wondering if there is anyone on here with "Gastroparesis"?

This medical condition prevents food digestion within a normal time range. While I stay within my MFP calorie plan; it's seems hard to drop the weight because my meals don't digest normally.

Looking for any ideas/suggestions.

Thanks.

I'm just curiious but would probiotics or digestive enzymes help. I have a friend that has this condition really bad so I know how much of a challenge it is. I'm so sorry. Hope you find the solution.

"Zofran has no side effects"
This is not entirely true.
Zofran has long term effects of hand tremors. It is meant as an infrequently taken medicine. It's better to go with something natural, if you can. Probiotics are definitely helpful. You mentioned ginger- it's funny because I thought I may be the only one! Ginger ale is something I ALWAYS keep around for my bad days.
I too am having the dreaded losing weight scenario. I suppose digestion is the best thing you can focus on. I would keep to your workout routines, but perhaps try something like walking when it's a bad day to help with digestion, but not exacerbate the issue (I know mine gets worse with heavy exercise).
For people in our condition, luckily, an all liquid diet is NOT a bad thing. Try more supplemental drinks and shakes, and less solids. You'll digest faster and still get the nutrients you need.