Archive for the ‘GP Diet’ Category
Eating for Gastroparesis Webinar: Recording & Slides
A big thanks to everyone who joined me and Angie Moeding last Wednesday for the G-PACT-sponsored “Eating with Gastroparesis” webinar. We received so many fantastic questions and did our best to provide as many answers and as much information as possible.
For those who were with us live, I hope you found it helpful! For those…
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Take Note: Special K Is Adding Fiber
Another food manufacturer has jumped on the fiber bandwagon. All varieties of Special K cereal, except for the Original, now contain added fiber . The increase in the total amount of fiber per serving, however, is minimal. Only about 1 gram more, for a total of around 3 grams per 3/4 cup. So depending on…
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What Does “GP-Friendly” Really Mean?
If you’ve been with me for any period of time (on the blog, Facebook, or Twitter), you’ve no doubt seen me use the term “GP-friendly” to describe a variety of recipes, foods and products. But you’ve also heard me say (repeatedly) that everyone with gastroparesis has different dietary tolerances. Confused? Let me explain.
When I call…
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Take Note: Polaner All Fruit Now Has Fiber
What better way to follow up a post about peanut butter than with a post about jelly? A GP-friendly jelly should have no seeds, no pulp or fruit pieces, and little to no fiber.
Until recently, the seedless varieties of Polaner All Fruit fit the bill. Unfortunately the company is now adding a “digestion resistant” version…
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Calling All Peanut Butter Lovers!
Peanut butter has always been one of my absolute favorite foods. Fortunately, smooth nut butters are generally GP-friendly in small amounts! I regularly include some almond or peanut butter in my daily diet, almost always at breakfast — on toast, in a smoothie, or in hot cereal — since my digestion is best in the morning…
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Safe & Simple Strawberry Smoothie
If you’re following both the blog and my Facebook page, you’ve probably noticed a trend — smoothies! That’s because I’ve been at the Mayo Clinic for a week and, as you know, it can be difficult to find safe and nutritious food while away from home. Fortunately, with my Magic Bullet and a variety of juices from the…
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Green Monster Smoothie Part II: No Juicer Required
Last week I shared my gastroparesis-friendly version of Dr. Andrew’s Weil’s Green Monster Smoothie. Blog reader and fellow GPer, Amy, posed a great question about this nutrition-packed recipe:
Hi! I really like your website! I also have GP and really (really!) struggle to get enough nutrients in on a strict liquid diet. I was wondering if…
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Dr. Weil’s Green Monster Smoothie with a GP Twist
I truly believe that the poor nutritional quality of the gastroparesis diet contributes to the inability of our digestive tracts to heal, so I’m always on the lookout for GP-friendly ways to boost nutrition. Well, I felt like I struck gold when I saw Dr. Andrew Weil discuss his nutrient-packed Green Monster smoothie on The…
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Review: Orgain Meal Replacement
Like many with gastroparesis, I rely on meal replacement drinks to supplement my nutrition and increase my protein intake, especially during flare-ups. But the chemicals, fake ingredients and high sugar content have always given me pause. How nourishing can it be if there aren’t any real ingredients in it?
So I was definitely intrigued when I…
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Double Check Your Cereal Boxes
If you frequently rely on cold breakfast cereals, like Corn Pops, Fruit Loops, or Apple Jacks, as part of your low-fiber diet make sure you check the nutrition panel before your next bowl. Kellogg’s is now adding fiber to many of their children’s cereal, including the three mentioned above.
Instead of less than 1 gram…
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