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ellewoods37

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  • Yes there is DEFINITELY variability. my doctor suggested doing total FODMAP for 6 weeks and then start introducing one group of foods back into my diet one at a time to see what specifically gives me trouble. it could JUST be polyols, it could be all FODMAPs.
    in IBS, low FODMAP and eating enough Comment by ellewoods37 March 2013
  • Hi! I have been doing low FODMAP for about 3 weeks. Unfortunately, since chickpeas aren't allowed, it is extremely hard to find vegetarian options. i suggest a LOT of quinoa. Also, have you considered going pescatarian so that you have some more protein options available to you? Since soy isnt allowed tofu is out of the…
    in IBS, low FODMAP and eating enough Comment by ellewoods37 January 2013
  • Hey everyone! just as an update, I found out part of the reason I am constantly hungry is because my body has an intolerance to FODMAPS (fermented oligo-, di-, and monosaccharides and polyals). Its a type of sugar found in foods such as apples, broccoli, dairy, gluten etc... Ive been following a FODMAP free diet for about…
    in constantly hungry! Comment by ellewoods37 January 2013
  • Binging once a month is completely different behavior than a binge eating disorder.
    in is it really an eating disorder Comment by ellewoods37 December 2012
  • okay thanks! i usually go way over my protein without trying to but maybe doing so consciously will be helpful!
    in constantly hungry! Comment by ellewoods37 July 2012
  • I am 5'8", 160lbs, BMR is 1534, calorie goal is 1410 and I always eat at least some if not all of my exercise calories. Fiber is 12 and protein is 51. I am definitely not starving myself. I am 23 years old and a female. I grew up a dancer so my body is used to being around 145/150.
    in constantly hungry! Comment by ellewoods37 July 2012
  • watch the documentary "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead" and you will instantly feel better about your clean food choices. I personally wish I could eat cleaner, but as a law student I can only afford so much produce! So be proud of how far you have come, stick with it and you will go even farther!!
    in Others eat like crap and lose weight, WTF?! Comment by ellewoods37 July 2012
  • thanks everyone! I eat relatively low sodium, I am usually under on sodium and over on sugar and protein. the only oatmeal i eat is the instant packets and as soon as im finished with them i'll be getting the all natural. and i LOVE dark chocolate. :-) great suggestion! Also, any advice on how to work out with a bruised…
    in SUGAR SUGAR SUGAR Comment by ellewoods37 June 2012
  • Hey!!! I am 23 and also want to lose 15lbs! Id be more than happy to keep up correspondence! Alex
    in 25 yr old F, aiming to lose 15lbs Comment by ellewoods37 June 2012
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