Grains(wheat-gluten), Stomach/Intestine issues & Diabetes

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I don't know if this applies to these posts, but I have been playing with

cutting out a couple types of foods. I have had some digestive issues which

mainly prompted me to play and figure what is causing the problem. I first

started with Lactose. But After a few months of cutting out lactose and not

noticing much of a change, I don't belive dairy/lactose is my problem.

A few weeks ago I took myself out to eat (something new I am doing as a single

person) to a really nice italian restaurant before going to a musical concert.

I dressed casually but nice, as if I had a date with myself. I sit at the bar.

Most bars allow you to eat there. It is amazing what interesting people you can

meet! I ended up meeting a lady that was gluten intolerant. This restaurant

happened to have a wonderful gluten free menu. After hearing her story, I

thought " hm, wonder if that could be causing my problems? " So I did some

research and decided to give it a try, to cut out wheat/gluten. I think I'm

onto somthing as I don't have the diarrhea I was having and overall I feel

sooooo much better. Another reason I decided to try cutting out wheat/gluten is

because it can cause auto immune diseases such as arthritis and there is tons of

that in my family and so is diabetes.

So, to answer your question, I do think you can embrace IE with dealing with a

health issue where one has to medically restrict their eating or types of foods.

I think it all has to do with how you look at it and your attitude. Look at it

as fun and playful. Also, if you are going to think you are deprived, you will

feel that way. Anytime I am in a dilemma of trying to choose something healthy

to eat vs. something not so healthy, I try to remember that the not-so-healthy

food does not serve my body and does not make me feel good.

As far as the other grains go, if that is something you need to cut out, maybe

start with just one type of grain and then gradually cut others out. And also,

really pay attention to how your body feels when you eat those foods. Let your

body guide you. If you listen and pay attention, it will let you know if it is

something that doesn't serve you well.

Take Care,

Alana

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> > Hi everyone - It's hard to say how long I've been doing IE (or the same

philosophy by other names). Probably a few years, although much of that time has

been in the chasm between stopping the dieting vs. really listening to my body,

embracing food, and accepting myself. Sort of a " well, I'm not dieting now but

no promises " place. Last spring, I was in a really good place, working with an

IE nutritionist, therapist, and a support group and felt really strong. Then the

group ended, the therapist went on leave, and I gradually started sliding back

towards the diet mentality. So I'm renewing my commitment - re-reading the book,

getting back with the nutritionist, my therapist is returning to work soon, and

now I'm really happy to have found this group.

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> > A big part of my struggle has been embracing IE while dealing with diabetes,

which is not as well-controlled as I like. I often find myself torn between the

IE principles and all of the traditional thinking about diabetes - fewer carbs,

weight loss being a priority, etc. My naturopath and MD are not bad - certainly

better than others I've had - but not totally on board with IE. I often hear my

naturopaths (albeit gentle) warnings to cut out grains while I'm making food

choices, and it is hard not to get caught up in either complying or rebelling.

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