questions concerning Heather's books
#8765 - 05/10/03 12:41 PM
|
|
|
|
|
|
Hi everybody! I have a couple questions about the books. 1)In Eating for IBS (page 17), it talks about vegans being able to substitue "soy foods, beans, and lentils for poultry and seafood". What I need to know is what exactly do you substitute? What product do you use in place of what meat?
2)One of the books mentions vegetable fried rice. Are we allowed to eat fried rice? I thought we were supposed to stay away from anything fried. Do you ask them to make it w/o oil?
3)This really doesn't have to do with the book, but is Peanut Butter IBS safe? I ate some the other day, and started feeling kind of sick. I don't know if it was the p.b. or the bread I used.
4)Also not in the book: I have lost 13 lbs since I started eating for IBS. However, I haven't lost any lately. I want to lose at least 25 more. I'm not overweight at all, I just am not happy where I am. Do ya'll have any suggestions for me on how to start the weight loss cycle again?
I have some fun news. I finally ordered a cheeseless pizza. It is so good. I didn't even really notice that it wasn't there. I've had like three in the past two weeks! (they are the small personal pizza's) One place even made it with pesto instead of tomatoe sauce. I've found that restraunts are very accomidating to vegetarians. Of course I don't tell them that I have a digestive disease and that is why I became a vegan. People are actually pretty impressed by it.
I just completed my first month after my IBS diagnosis. I have not eaten a single animal (including dairy) product, fast food, fried food, or wheat product. I have gotten where I don't feel bad at all asking places to prepare w/o oil. I'm pretty proud of myself. I have lost 13 lbs. My only downfall is that I haven't given up my wine. What can I say, I'm young and date a very social man. I know, I know, no excuses.
I am so sorry this post is so long. I just needed ya'lls advice. I can't tell you what a gigantic blessing all of you have been for me. The day after I was diagnosed, I found this board. I feel so lucky to have ya'll in my corner and to have someone who actually "gets it". Can't wait to hear from ya'll.
canyontinsley 
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
|
Hiya!
I'll try my best...
First, you can substitute any beans, lentils etc for any of the meat products, just see what works best with the recipe. I personally would use firm tofu to sub in most chicken dishes, and beans could be used in place of ground meat. Just watch the insoluble fiber, if you can't tolerate the beans whole mash them up or puree some of them and leave some whole for texture.
Next, fried rice - you can have it made with just a little oil, or oil spray - it's not going to taste the same but too much oil could upset your system.Also. peanut butter is sky high in fat, as nuts have a high oil level anyhow, then most peanut butters have added oil when they are made. Treat with caution!!!
Lastly, losing weight - I'm afraid I've lost no weight at all on Heather's diet so far, so I'm not really qualified for this one! I would have thought though that if you are eating small portions of low fat food regularly and doing some exercise, your body should figure it out and respond. At least if you get your stomach feeling better, that's a good start.
Hope this has helped
Sarah 
--------------------
Sarah
Looking for inspiration...
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
|
Hi there! I have a weakness for the wine myself, but I am not as sensitive as some of the people on the board, I can tolerate a little bit after dinner.
As for the losing weight, I've only lost 5 lbs, but I am not overweight either. If you want to lose more, the key is just to burn more calories than you consume. It is a sucky answer, but that is pretty much what it comes down to. Just don't starve yourself - an empty stomach is bad for IBS. Small frequent meals help keep you stable.
And lastly, forgive the intrusion, but if you aren't overweight, will losing 25 lbs be healthy for you? (I understand wanting to lose weight, I am looking to lose 10 lbs myself, but that will still keep me well within the norm for my height - not trying to be nosy, just worrying about your health
So glad to hear you are feeling better, I need to try that cheeseless pizza!!!
--------------------
-h2
"Soluble fiber not included."
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
|
1. Fried rice from the store/restaurant is probably not a good idea. It's full of oil and probably MSG and who knows what else that are triggers for us. IF you make your own, like the one in Heather's book, it is low enough in fat to make it safe. Rice is a wonderful soothing food for IBS and you can easily incorporate wonderful veggies, a tad of oil, and yummy flavours safely.
I often make my own "fried" rice. Just add a teaspoon of oil to a non-stick pan (trust me - it really is enough), then I saute some minced onions, garlic, add the rice and any other cooked veggy you like (I like carrots and peas), add a BIT of soy sauce (not much) and YUM! It's a great staple and helps me to incorporate veggies.
2. Peanut butter on its own is very high in fat. I buy the light version and have it on toast every morning. It is a wonderful source of protein so as long as you're not eating too much at a time it is usually safe.
3. Exercise will help. IT's not unusual to hit plateaus when losing weight. Try a light stroll around the block or anything else you enjoy - even 10 minutes a day can help.
Also, try having more smaller meals a day instead of 3 large ones. Decrease your portions - it's healthier anyway.
--------------------
Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
|
Thanks so much for your concern. It really is so wonderful to have people who have never even met you, care so much. Well, with the 25 lb. loss, I'll be at the minimum I can weigh. I won't be "technically" underweight. It is where I feel the best. Do you think this is a bad idea-even if I won't be underweight? Thanks for your help, and especially your concern.
canyontinsley
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
|
I think that as long as it dosen't put you underweight, and you lose it safely (not starving yourself) it's a good goal to strive for. Best of luck, I'll be thinking of you while I try to shed a few pounds myself... 
--------------------
-h2
"Soluble fiber not included."
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Posts
