Bobbi
Cathlete
Kathy, that pesky gas gives the heading "fiber revisited" new meaning, doesn't it? lol If it remains a problem, cut back and add the additional fiber gradually over a few weeks time. Then your G.I. will have a chance to become accustomed to the additional fiber as it is added. I love this high fiber diet. I feel great and it's really helped me keep my diet clean but satisfying!
Bobbi-
It is amazing how clean I have been eating. I usually do but adding in all the beans and grains(I add all sorts of veggies to the beans and grains) just fills me up so much that I don't eat nearly as much. I do love that aspect of this type of eating. I was a little concerned at first that my protein intake would suffer but according to FITDAY I am still getting anywhere from 25-30% of my calories from protein. It is just great. Also my shoulders, arms and upper abs are definitely showing more definition. I guess I just need to stay away from anything or anyone that breathes for the next couple of weeks(good thing I have two dogs that are normally intestinely challeneged that I can blame it on)!LOL
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Kathy
It is amazing how clean I have been eating. I usually do but adding in all the beans and grains(I add all sorts of veggies to the beans and grains) just fills me up so much that I don't eat nearly as much. I do love that aspect of this type of eating. I was a little concerned at first that my protein intake would suffer but according to FITDAY I am still getting anywhere from 25-30% of my calories from protein. It is just great. Also my shoulders, arms and upper abs are definitely showing more definition. I guess I just need to stay away from anything or anyone that breathes for the next couple of weeks(good thing I have two dogs that are normally intestinely challeneged that I can blame it on)!LOL
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Kathy
The Gas Problems
I have tried just about all the products on the market for gas and I have found that Phazyme works the best. I discovered it when my daughter was a baby. For her it was in liquid form. Well, one day I thought I will try her gas medicine and I was amazed at how it helped.
So now I buy the adult pill form and I take one after every meal and I don't have the gas problems anymore.
I have tried just about all the products on the market for gas and I have found that Phazyme works the best. I discovered it when my daughter was a baby. For her it was in liquid form. Well, one day I thought I will try her gas medicine and I was amazed at how it helped.
So now I buy the adult pill form and I take one after every meal and I don't have the gas problems anymore.
sierrawine
New Member
OK, Robin - I seem to be following you around! I'm starting to feel like I'm stalking someone I'd never heard of a week ago. Apparently we're into all the same things - Cathe, the FIRM, the 20/30 diet and T-tapp. Everytime I think I've hit on something new and interesting, there you are! Scary!
sierrawine
New Member
I was concerned, too, about protein but it turns out I'm actually getting a lot more protein with a high fiber diet than I was before! I eat a lot of beans and I've had a bit of the gas problem but I've only been doing this for 1.5 weeks now. It does seem better now, though. It actually HURT that first week!
I also don't snack nearly as much - usually I have to remind myself that it's lunch time! Plus, my absolute favorite food is cereal. You can't go wrong with a diet that encourages Frosted Shredded Mini Wheats!
I also don't snack nearly as much - usually I have to remind myself that it's lunch time! Plus, my absolute favorite food is cereal. You can't go wrong with a diet that encourages Frosted Shredded Mini Wheats!
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honeybunch
Guest
RE: a new cereal
10 grams of fiber is really good, although the calorie count is a little high. All Bran has 10 grams of fiber also, but it's hard to eat....gets all sloppy and yukky real quick. But I eat it cause I like all that fiber.
10 grams of fiber is really good, although the calorie count is a little high. All Bran has 10 grams of fiber also, but it's hard to eat....gets all sloppy and yukky real quick. But I eat it cause I like all that fiber.
Bobbi
Cathlete
RE: a new cereal
Hi, Honeybunch,
It's actually not too bad since flax seeds contain a bit more fat, the calories are the beneficial omega three kind. I have another cereal which has 190 calories for 2/3 of a cup with 8 grams of fiber,3 grams of fat, 42 grams of CHO and 5 grams of protein. It contains dates, raisins and almond, a bit of added sugar (usually a big no no for me) but is really delicious. Besides, have you ever heard you should eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a queen and dinner like a pauper? I sometimes have high calorie breakfasts and eat less later in the day.
The Uncle Sam cereal has whole wheat kernels, a rarity these days. I also bought Kashi Pilaf; haven't tried it yet. This is making me hungry!
Bobbi
Hi, Honeybunch,
It's actually not too bad since flax seeds contain a bit more fat, the calories are the beneficial omega three kind. I have another cereal which has 190 calories for 2/3 of a cup with 8 grams of fiber,3 grams of fat, 42 grams of CHO and 5 grams of protein. It contains dates, raisins and almond, a bit of added sugar (usually a big no no for me) but is really delicious. Besides, have you ever heard you should eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a queen and dinner like a pauper? I sometimes have high calorie breakfasts and eat less later in the day.
The Uncle Sam cereal has whole wheat kernels, a rarity these days. I also bought Kashi Pilaf; haven't tried it yet. This is making me hungry!
Bobbi
LaBelleRebelle
Active Member
RE: a new cereal
Uncle Sam... I think I've seen it. Is it the kind that says it's a natural laxative? Maybe that was the reason I've never bought it- I might get embarrassed! I do need to go to the store in a day or two, so maybe I'll pick some up (ugh, since I usually shop at Super Wal-Mart. Bad time of year for grocery shopping there!)
Uncle Sam... I think I've seen it. Is it the kind that says it's a natural laxative? Maybe that was the reason I've never bought it- I might get embarrassed! I do need to go to the store in a day or two, so maybe I'll pick some up (ugh, since I usually shop at Super Wal-Mart. Bad time of year for grocery shopping there!)
Bobbi
Cathlete
RE: a new cereal
That's the one! Don't be embarrassed. Just tout the benefits of a high fiber diet and let em know you're a health nut! Or tout the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. It boasts 2000 mg per serving!
I took my kids to see Monsters, Inc. at the Mall and it was a zoo! It's going to be like that for awhile. 'Tis the Season! It's right next door to our new Super Walmart. Crazy place but great prices on some things and the produce is good because turns over quickly due to the busy-ness of the place. I had Pumpkin Pie for brakfast and lunch and indulged yesterday in a way I haven't in a long time. I'll be needing all that fiber if I keep this up. I know--more than you need to know! I am going back to my clean diet tomorrow. My in-laws are coming for a visit and my husband will be on vacation so I am going to have to be strong! He's a great cook but doesn't give a hoot about what goes into his body. The holidays can wreak havoc with diet, can't they!?
By the way, Monsters, Inc. was a delight!
That's the one! Don't be embarrassed. Just tout the benefits of a high fiber diet and let em know you're a health nut! Or tout the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids. It boasts 2000 mg per serving!
I took my kids to see Monsters, Inc. at the Mall and it was a zoo! It's going to be like that for awhile. 'Tis the Season! It's right next door to our new Super Walmart. Crazy place but great prices on some things and the produce is good because turns over quickly due to the busy-ness of the place. I had Pumpkin Pie for brakfast and lunch and indulged yesterday in a way I haven't in a long time. I'll be needing all that fiber if I keep this up. I know--more than you need to know! I am going back to my clean diet tomorrow. My in-laws are coming for a visit and my husband will be on vacation so I am going to have to be strong! He's a great cook but doesn't give a hoot about what goes into his body. The holidays can wreak havoc with diet, can't they!?
By the way, Monsters, Inc. was a delight!