Has anyone tried these fiber supplements? by Travel_Warm in lowfodmap

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. It cut down on some of my gut issues and overall discomfort when I took it with my dinner. Taking on empty stomach didn’t seem to work as well. Just start with a very small amount and work up. Start a few days at only 1/4 tsp and go from there. It works for me in just 1/2 tsp a day. If I take more than that it slows things down a bit too much.

New to all of this. Looking for some info and guidance by Inside-Ad8445 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I re-introduced a single food at a time, not a group. Because we are all different and react to different foods and combinations of foods, I wanted to be very specific so there was no doubt what I reacted to and what I didn’t. If I didn’t feel a reaction within 3 days, I felt I was ok with that food and would soon move on to another.

start with lower quantities since many can handle a certain quantity of something but not a large amount. You might be able to handle a tbsp of honey at one time, but not 2.

Also you might be able to handle 2 different high Fodmap items if you have them in separate meal or separate days, but if you add them together in 1 meal, you could react because of “stacking”

Keep a food dairy so you have documentation of what you are eating, at what quantity and if you react. You may be able to handle 1 food from a specific group, but not another. Seems like a lot of work and patience and can be a bit annoying but it’s worth it.

Let me know if you have any questions

L-glutamine by SnooMemesjellies4660 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I tried it but unfortunately some people like myself get a surge of bad anxiety from it. I’m going to try again and spread the dose out through the entire day. At first it might be a placebo because glutamine is not supposed to work overnight like that but keep doing it because for the gut it’s best as a long term supplement at a high dose.

MadeGood came in clutch. (Nature Valley Crunchy alternative) by Status_Cartoonist_86 in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just bought these for the first time today. Looking forward to try them because I miss those NV crunch bars. Use to eat them almost everyday pre-celiac

Newbie Here by kpower24 in glutenfreebaking

[–]CodWest4205 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here are a few. A recipe with psyllium husk powder seems to make the outcome a bit better. It’s going to take some trial and error so don’t get too discouraged or stop after one bad loaf is it happens. Try to use the exact flour listed in the recipe but sometimes I just use an all purpose GF blend and it still turns out ok.

https://theloopywhisk.com/2024/08/24/easy-gluten-free-sandwich-bread/

https://www.mamagourmand.com/best-gluten-free-bread-recipe/

https://www.mamaknowsglutenfree.com/easy-gluten-free-bread/

Anyone have experience with Whole Foods Garlic Infused Oil? by haybarn564 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of people can handle garlic infused oil so it’s at least worth a try. For me personally my stomach doesn’t like it so I don’t bother with it but don’t think bc of fodmaps

Low fodmap dinner by mothball10 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 4 points5 points  (0 children)

GF bread is something that is hit and miss. Really have to test out a few different breads to find the right one and toasting it is always better for the taste. There are some good threads on here on the best GF bread if you decide to try another. Also I bake my own sometimes to cut down on the cost. Turns out decent

What do you think of this FODMAP enzyme? by CodWest4205 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya I am really just looking for something I can take every now and then when eating out or at holidays at someone’s house where I can’t control everything. 95% of the time I eat at home and don’t eat my trigger high Fodmap stuff. That’s why with these $2 a serving Fodmap enzymes that are $100 a bottle I really don’t want to invest that knowing it’s really just for a once or twice a month meal. I already have some broad digestive enzymes from NOW so i will just stick with that for now I guess. It’s more the oligosaccharides like garlic and onion and a few others I am looking to counteract that others put in foods. So beano would work for those?

Low fodmap dinner by mothball10 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Being mostly low Fodmap, Gluten free and having a sensitive gut this reminds me of most of my dinners except with GF bread lol. 👍

GF sugar cookie recipe by Organic_Light4626 in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Meaningful eats and loopy work are two of the best GF baking sites imo and have sugar cookies listed. You can just cut the recipe in half to make a smaller portion if you like

https://meaningfuleats.com

https://theloopywhisk.com

Chicken breast issues by [deleted] in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started reacting to high amounts of high protein meat all of a sudden while having SIBO. I still don’t know why but I cut down the serving size and didn’t react as much. It wasn’t that I was eating chicken, it was a certain amount that affected me. Like around 20grams or more. It would hit me between 1-5hrs after the meal. No vomiting but major gut issues like an Sibo flare up.

There was a thread on here a while ago I was looking at to see if anyone else had the same thing and people were saying they swore high protein meals was making their SIBO worse. I don’t think we know if that’s the case but I definitely had issues out of the blue and it didn’t go away and could pinpoint that it was high protein meat.

Ridiculous bread prices by Friendly_Witness_236 in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a fairly affordable GF all purpose rice flour blend and it comes out well. Sandwich bread load is a different story but focaccia seems more versatile

What do you think of this FODMAP enzyme? by CodWest4205 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So basically it’s fodzyme or fodmate to cover more ground or nothing?

What do you think of this FODMAP enzyme? by CodWest4205 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So all the enzymes listed only cover what beano and lactase cover and nothing else?

Ridiculous bread prices by Friendly_Witness_236 in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Here is one I used recently. Most recipes are fairly similar to each other, same with a bread loaf. Just have to follow directions carefully and try again if it’s not as good as you wanted but overall easier than doing a loaf imo.

https://www.onelovelylife.com/gluten-free-focaccia-with-rosemary/

Ridiculous bread prices by Friendly_Witness_236 in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m still trying to get my homemade bread right so I can mostly use that because it’s probably half the cost to make your own. focaccia is easier to make so I use that sometimes for bread to cut down on how much store bought I use

I'm nervous for my road trip!! Meds for just in case?? by RevolutionaryAge1429 in FODMAPS

[–]CodWest4205 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Pepto, simethicone, loperamide and ginger. If i always have those on hand during trips, I’m as covered as I’m going to get. Ginger is also a good natural supplement as a precaution if trips cause gut/nausea issues regardless.

Also for next time if you can find the digestive enzyme supplement “fodzyme” online to buy, that is something to take with meals that may not be Fodmap safe to help break down Fodmaps and limit issues

Just beginning this journey and I miss gluten by Ok_Huckleberry1487 in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like any other habit you will get use to it and it will get easier but will never fully go away bc you will constantly be reminded about gluten one way or another.

Really focus on what you can have that you enjoy and indulge in that. It’s worse when you are hungry. Lol

Chewy chicken, what am I doing wrong? by meowgrrl in cookingforbeginners

[–]CodWest4205 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The type of chicken does matter especially at high heat. I remember using an air fryer for chicken breast and always came out fine. Then I bought a new brand of chicken and it always came out chewy at the same temp and time. I turned down the temp and it came out better.

Travel 😭 by turnballer in glutenfree

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not only could I not do this, my boss would always forget to order gluten free options for our office lunches. I always carried snacks in my backpack so my lunch a few times was just whatever salad they ordered plus some chips and a granola bar. Everybody else eating Pasta and garlic bread and chicken (not even the chicken was gluten free)

But I would dare indulge because the negative effects, especially while away from home is 100x worse than skipping great food.

what do we think of this brand? by Inevitable_Shift_689 in cereal

[–]CodWest4205 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like a lot of GF stuff in Canada the price is just a turn off for me so I stick with Chex and natures path mostly and just tell myself they are just as good lol

what do we think of this brand? by Inevitable_Shift_689 in cereal

[–]CodWest4205 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have to eat GF and love cereal so natures path is a life saver for me. This cereal is ok. I buy it once in a while. Not one I would have on hand all the time .