#dairy free for my sensitive tummy

[beautifulorgans]

Garfield cake i made for my loves birthday 💞 chocolate cake with a chocolate ganache center(dairy free with coconut cream) colored vanilla frosting and face done by moi 🥰 literally so obsessed with how it turned out

[dragg-aon]

It looks so good.

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[aidenjames0202]

A Happy Tummy: Choosing the Right Diet for Gassy Kittens

Cats are known for their quirky behaviors, mysterious charm, and, yes, their occasional gassy moments. Just like us, feline friends can experience digestive discomfort. Whether your kitten's gas issues are occasional or chronic, finding the best cat food for gassy kittens can make a world of difference in their comfort and overall well-being. In this article, we'll explore the factors contributing to gassiness in kittens and guide you in choosing the right diet to keep their tummy happy.

Understanding Gassy Kittens

Before we delve into the specifics of the best cat food for gassy kittens, let's understand why our furry companions experience gas in the first place. Gassiness in kittens can be attributed to various factors, including:

Dietary Choices: The primary factor contributing to a kitten's gas is their diet. Low-quality cat food with fillers and excessive grains can lead to digestive issues and gas.

Allergies or Sensitivities: Just like humans, kittens can have food allergies or sensitivities to certain ingredients, resulting in digestive problems.

Eating Too Quickly: Kittens, especially when they're overly excited or anxious, may eat too quickly, leading to air swallowing and subsequent flatulence.

Now, let's focus on the key element: finding the best cat food for gassy kittens.

Choosing the Right Cat Food

When it comes to addressing gassiness in kittens, selecting the right cat food is crucial. Here are some tips to help you make an informed choice:

Look for High-Quality Ingredients: Opt for cat food with high-quality ingredients, preferably real meat as the primary protein source. This will aid in easier digestion and reduce the chances of gas.

Avoid Common Allergens: If your kitten has a known food allergy, avoid cat food that contains allergenic ingredients like wheat, soy, or dairy.

Probiotics and Prebiotics: Cat food with added probiotics and prebiotics can promote a healthy gut flora, reducing the likelihood of digestive issues and gas.

Gradual Transition: When changing your kitten's diet, do so gradually to allow their digestive system to adapt, minimizing the risk of gas.

The Best Cat Food for Gassy Kittens

In your quest to find the best cat food for gassy kittens, keep an eye out for brands that meet the criteria mentioned above. These brands often have formulations specially designed to support digestive health.

One such brand worth considering is "BestCatCuisine." Their "DigestiCare" line of cat food offers a balanced blend of high-quality proteins, probiotics, and a limited ingredient list to cater to kittens with sensitive stomachs. "BestCatCuisine" truly understands the needs of gassy kittens and provides a solution that promotes a happy tummy.

Conclusion

Gassy kittens can be a handful, but with the right diet, you can significantly reduce their discomfort. Choosing the best cat food for gassy kittens is a proactive step towards ensuring their digestive health. By focusing on high-quality ingredients, avoiding allergens, and incorporating probiotics and prebiotics, you can make your furry friend's tummy happy. Remember, a well-balanced diet is the key to a purr-fectly contented and gas-free kitten.

FAQ's 

1. What causes gassiness in kittens?

Gassiness in kittens can be caused by various factors, including their diet, food allergies or sensitivities, and eating too quickly.

2. How can I choose the right cat food for my gassy kitten?

When selecting cat food for gassy kittens, consider high-quality ingredients, avoiding common allergens, and looking for options with probiotics and prebiotics. It's also essential to transition to a new diet gradually.

3. Are there specific cat food brands recommended for gassy kittens?

While there are several good options, brands like "BestCatCuisine" offer cat food designed to support digestive health, making them a worthy consideration for gassy kittens.

4. Can I make homemade cat food to alleviate gassiness in my kitten?

Homemade cat food can be an option, but it's essential to consult with a veterinarian or feline nutritionist to ensure it meets all your kitten's nutritional needs and doesn't exacerbate their gas problems.

5. How do I know if my kitten has food allergies or sensitivities?

Common signs of food allergies or sensitivities in kittens include vomiting, diarrhea, skin problems, and excessive gas. If you suspect your kitten has food-related issues, consult your veterinarian for a proper diagnosis.

6. Should I consult a veterinarian if my kitten has chronic gas problems?

Yes, if your kitten's gassiness is chronic or accompanied by other concerning symptoms, it's essential to consult a veterinarian. They can help identify the underlying cause and provide tailored advice and treatment options.

7. Can changing my kitten's diet help with their gas issues?

Changing your kitten's diet to a high-quality, easily digestible cat food can often help reduce gas issues. However, remember to transition to the new diet gradually to avoid further digestive upset.

8. Are there any home remedies to relieve gas in kittens?

While it's crucial to address your kitten's gas issues with proper nutrition, you can try smaller, more frequent meals and providing adequate water to help alleviate gas discomfort.

[bandofchimeras]

here are my contributions, I've got sensitive stomach*** dairy free, try to avoid wheat, autistic and need consistency, but also try to eat fresh, etc:

splurge kitchen items disclosure:

quality olive oil. it just makes everything taste better + extra calories

balsamic vinegar, doesn't have to be quality but instant sour + umami tones to flavorless food

honey or maple syrup

good knife + bamboo cutting board

decent blender (thrifted is fine)

slow cooker or instant pot or rice cooker

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I splurge on flavoring things and try to keep a decent stock of random canisters of dry goods like beans, lentils, soup mix, chia seeds, quinoa, oats, rice, flour, or whatever things you feel necessary for a basic pantry setup and spices.

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LEGUMES VEGETABLES MEATS

refried beans - if you're dedicated, you can make your own (whole process, traditionalky involving lard) but the cans are cheap and honestly few things are as filling. as a gross broke college student I would eat straight beans with chips or crackers.

miso soup packets or just a container of miso - great for warming the stomach esp if you've not eaten all day! I drink it like tea and it's surprisingly filling

for exhaustion purposes I like to buy those bags of baby potatoes - wash and toss in olive oil, salt, pepper and paprika, maybe a splash of balsamic if you have it, bake on 425 until cooked thru- food of the gods. no peeling needed. tender. crispy.

chickpeas. chick. peas. aka garbanzo beans. drain and heat these bad boys up with some margarine or butter on the stovetop, salt and pepper - delicious. can also be transformed into a chickpea sandwich with some basic condiments like bbq sauce, mayo - or a lettuce wrap if you're gluten free.

If you really need to save money, they can be bought in bulk, soaked and boiled. but canned is usually affordable enough to cut out the middleman.

bonus if you can afford fresh tomatoes, cook them down over med heat on a cast iron with some olive oil, splash some green tea, pasta water, any suitable flavored liquid, and add to the chickpeas. it beats tomato sauces w high sugar content anyday.

yellow dal - you can find super cheap lentils at most Asian markets that carry Indian foods. or even at the store. These are those orange or yellow split lentils, throw them in a slow cooker with an onion and a tomato and some chana masala (cheap bulk spice mix also @ the Asian market) and salt l, ginger if you can afford- learned this from an Indian slow cooker cook book. one of the best tummy soothing meals out there.

apples and bananas are gut soothing for most people - bananas can combine with some protein shake powder or even just peanut butter, oat milk, cocoa powder, frozen berries, for a super filling morning smoothie.

bonus is most food banks carry them.

frozen berries - you can get them relatively cheap sometimes, if not freeze berries when they're in season. delicious refreshing instant dessert or "I need vitamin c help" boost. Blend with milk of choice for instant refreshing summer treat.

you can make your own banana milk or oat milk as a milk alternative pretty easily with a blender.

carrots - get the bulk unpeeled ones, they're cheaper. to store longer you can chop them into quarters and store in water.

blend chickpeas with some tahini (if you buy a bottle it will last years in the fridge) and voila hummus to dip carrots in.

make your own stocks! like they said above, boiling chicken carcass is one way but you can also get cheap soup bones and make beef stock, or collect and wash vegetable scraps to make vegetable stock, and freeze it. pasta water can also be saved to thicken soups and stews.

chicken hearts, chicken feet! WAY cheaper than any other meat. sometimes a package of them is barely over a dollar. fry chicken hearts in oil with salt and lime or Tajin until they're crispy. also works great in soups and stews.

BEETS. I cannot praise the beetroot enough. packed with vitamins, antioxidants - they will save your ass in the winter, and are fairly cheap. you can make a mean, cheap borscht soup with homemade beef or vegetable stock, beets, potatoes, carrots,.onions, cabbage, some vinegar and dill. meat if you have any handy. freeze it if you have extra. it's healing to the soul and body.

Or you can fry the beets diced in margarine with salt and some herbs. sweet, tender, not everyone's taste but so good for you.

shred with carrots and add to plain lettuce or use as a salad alternative w vinegar and dill as dressing.

cauliflower is usually cheap and you can cut the heads like "steak" and marinate/season and bake them! or "rice" your cauliflower florets by crumbling, grating, or blending and then lightly saute in oil.

tilapia tends to be the cheapest fish in my area and most grocery stores carry bags of boneless filet that are easy to slide right out into a pan with some salt, lemon, herbs (I like fennel) and a splash of balsamic. fuckin impeccable dish.

cabbage is a great soup filler. you can also cook it with milk or milk alternative for a yummy German dish.

quinoa is a bit expensive sometimes but once you get a big canister of it it's endless. expands rapidly. you can mix it after cooking with eggs salt and mustard to create "patties" if you're vegetarian. they'll keep you stuffed.

canned tuna - can become tuna wraps, sandwiches, salad - I used to mix with hardboiled eggs celery and pickles and some dill. it's surprisingly versatile esp if you pair with veggies. or mix it into mac n cheese. for dairy free, frozen peas and tuna in pasta with some margarine and salt - pretty damn good.

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Grains based:

if you can afford plain yogurt, overnight oats or muesli is also incredibly filling. add dash of maple syrup or honey.

rice rice rice rice. use leftover chopped veggies and your cheap meat to make fried rice. eggs and rice in morning. rice with fish. rice with soy sauce. rice is the extender of meals, the filler of stomachs. bless rice.

get discount fruit from fruit stands or bruised fruit at the food bank, cut up the good parts and put em in a dish with some butter/oats/brown sugar mixture - filling and quick dessert.

***something to note is that most people's tolerance for specific foods will be tied to their genetic heritage and ancestry (mine is mostly German and Eastern European). if a lot of foods bother your stomach leaning into what your ancestors might have eaten is a good place to start. not a universal rule ofc

I have $24 to last me til Friday, what should I buy with it?

[juuls]

Okay so this may be too much information about throwing up constantly so I’ll put this under a read more. I’m looking to speak with other people with chronic issues with this, nurses or doctors or patients, whichever. I feel like I’ve tried everything.

So. To start with, I have endometriosis (and fibromyalgia which can make nerves in my gut extra sensitive too). I’ve been diagnosed with both for 21 and 16 years respectively.

A little caveat is that I missed a dose of my Depo-Provera bc injection by about 2 months and it may be coincidence that that’s when the vomiting started but it’s been 2 months now back on it and not a thing has changed. I know I have IBS from the endo for sure but although I’ve all my life had a low level of nausea, it’s been manageable.

Until now. Well, starting months ago like I mentioned. Before I went to the hospital or talked with my doc in panic, I was throwing up blood and yellow bile (likely just from esophageal damage?) almost non-stop for 3-4 weeks, every 30-90 minutes. And I’ve tried every OTC in the book. Every time I eat, nope. Bye bye food and half my nutrients. Even the blandest of the bland, Low FODMAP, cutting out lactose, even doing some gluten-free stuff… it helped a bit but not enough.

Finally I went to the hospital and they gave me a script for Pantaprazole (though that works only if the acid is coming from the stomach and not from the intestines) but the best thing was the Zofran (Ondansetron, a chemo and pregnancy level antiemetic) and boy does that stuff work even if it’s $7+ a pill. But it’s damn worth it. Only problem is when I talked to my doc we decided to try just one a day. Well, it’s great when it’s in my system….! Then it’s back to praying to the porcelain gods.

I can’t go anywhere. I can’t eat even close to properly even with bland foods. I have to sip my drinks slowly (and almost entirely cut out caffeine). I can’t brush my teeth properly because of all the acid in my mouth.

In short, I’m goddamn miserable and I want to sob so much and so often (I at least cry every now and then) and my family is loving but they don’t really like talking about my health problems unless they think I really need to do something.

I’m trying to get in to my doctor earlier than Nov 3 (today is the 1st) because of course I’m out of Zofran but he’s so busy all the time I seriously doubt it, even as an emergency fit in. But the hospital told me not to come back for ‘trivial matters’ — ticked my whole family and doctor off, that bit.

Other items of note…

Had huge nausea problems like this from about 12-17.

Always get a bit nauseous at that time of the month even if I don’t bleed.

My mom ended up getting her gallbladder removed ages ago due to nausea and other issues.

My current meds are trintellix, elavil, clonazepam, pantaprazole, and the Zofran I am out of till Thursday because fuck me I guess. Tried CBD/THC mix (have a script but don’t use it much) and I’m not sure if it helped the nausea or not so I stopped.

I take lactase if I have yoghurt or other dairy things.

I try to take probiotics when I can.

OTC: Tums, Gaviscon, backup Pepcid (antacid), lots of Gravol/dramamine, sudafed with tylenol (doc asked me to cut the NSAIDs out for now), zyrtec or loratadine, whichever I can find cheaper, and Buscopan (an antispasmodic for the gut)… and puppy therapy.

About all I can keep down is gatorade, peppermint or chamomile tea, and diet ginger ale.

My father is diabetic but I am not (I have my own testing kit because my blood glucose is near the top of high normal). This morning with no food I had 4.4mmol/540 mg/dl which isn’t terrible.

Fresh air and showers help but can be and almost certainly are psychosomatic.

I vary between not feeling hungry at all and my tummy grumbling but it’s not worth it so if anything I take some saltines and reeeeeally slowly nibble on them. Still comes up later but eh, win some lose some since it at least stops fhe grumbling a few hours.

The foods I most tolerate (read: more time between eating and throwing up) are rice, scrambled eggs, those small hashbrown things, broth or soup sometimes with noodles or rice, and saltines. Lovely.

Nope, no Covid-19. No flu. Not for 3 months of this shit. No h.pylori either (ulcer bacteria). Had that checked at the hospital that first time when they told me I was wasting their time. Ugh.

But I’m thinking of asking for the most ridiculous levels of blood testing and urinalysis as well as see how quick I can get in for a barium test, endoscopy (hopefully not the other end but that may be unavoidable) and who knows, maybe even a contrasting or not CT scan.

I supposedly have a referral to a gastroenterologist but in Canada during Covid that can literally take over a year. If I can take Zofran till then/till my tests, I think it’ll be survivable/manageable to a degree.

Can’t take the other antiemetics because apparently they mess with SSRIs like elavil and trintellix but if it’s a better fit then fuck sleep and semi-coping with life—the constant nausea is pretty much erasing those benefits anyway.

If all this is just “one of those fibromyalgia things” I will fucking scream.

But for all my parents don’t much like talking about my health, my dad has sure been hovering and very concerned and that almost makes me even more scared.

It’s literally never been this bad before, even when I was a youth. But you know what they found with blood and barium and endoscopy tests and medication? Jack. Fucking. Shit.

Please ask me any clarifying questions if you’re willing to help. DM is best but hey, not like I’m keeping things very private here. ^ Sorry, eh. :P

Please help.

Also, have a kitten in a sack because he can always lighten the mood. ;) Say hi, Havoc!

[princesith]

my bestie got me this book and omg i love it like everything is dairy free so my sensitive tummy can have yummy foods 💫💫

[geenalovesthelittlethings]

Does Finn’s crohn’s present itself when he’s a newborn? does he have tummy problems when he’s pretty new? when my nephew was born he had lots of tummy problems and my SIL had to stop consuming dairy to make those problems go away. do you see something like that happening in HLWILY?

Kind of? At the time they don’t make that connection (and to be fair I don’t even know if it would be Crohn’s symptoms at that point). But he does have some sensitivities and can be fussy/unsettled, have some general tummy troubles. But lots of babies do, it’s not uncommon. The kids’ pediatrician might have suggested that she cut out dairy just to see if that’s the culprit, and she definitely does, and it helps a little bit. In hindsight when he does get diagnosed they might think back and go, ‘Huh? I wonder.’ But I don’t even know if/how much of a correlation there is between having tummy troubles as a baby and Crohn’s later, so it’s hard to say. But yes, there is a period where the missus cutes out a few things from her diet to see if it makes a difference. And Finn is pretty much dairy free (among a few other things) as a kid/adult. 

[trustyourgutblog]

The One Where Cassie Sees a Nutritionist

Happy Thursday all! C here :)

After discussing my journey to diagnostic clarity in my last post, I wanted to dedicate this next one to my first step in managing my diagnoses holistically.

I left my first job as a social worker (and my nightmarish long-distance relationship) to move to a less rural area with my husband where I now have more access to specialty care. I established care with a new GI doctor (who was much warmer than the first, thank the universe) and she began making referrals to incorporate a more integrated health approach. 

First on the list was a nutritionist. At my first appointment, we reviewed my current symptoms (diarrhea, bloating, gas, constipation, and stomach cramping) and what I was eating on a daily basis. I had been making an effort to eat “clean” and was tracking my meals, so she requested my login information for my food tracking app so that she could start helping me find patterns between my symptoms and diet.

She also provided me with a ton of information about FODMAPs and how they could be impacting my symptoms. When I first heard the acronym, it reminded me of that episode of Spongebob where he thinks Mr. Krabbs is a robot and he’s spitting out all of these “bee-boop-boop-bop phrases.” Man, I hope there’s some 90’s babies reading this who understand that reference. 

A FODMAP is not, in fact, a robot word. It’s an acronym that stands for Fermentable Oligo-(galactans, fructans), Di-(lactose), and Mono-saccharides (fructose) And Polyls. Basically a fancy list of substances that are difficult to digest and can cause gastrointestinal symptoms. Little did I know that I could be eating “clean,” but still not be eating foods and portions that I could tolerate and digest properly.

So, over the next few months my nutritionist and I would meet, review my food tracker and symptoms, and begin piecing together my intolerances. It was so interesting (and extremely frustrating) to learn that my good intentions of eating “healthy” egg bites from Starbucks in the morning, would inevitably lead to me blowing up the bathroom by noon at work. YO, THERE’S A SHIT TON OF LACTOSE IN EGG BITES ~ WHO KNEW?! My nutritionist. She’s 100% that bitch.

Okay, I’m being over dramatic, but after learning all of this new information I literally felt like that Limitless meme with all of the mathematical equations floating around in the air and a thoughtful me in the middle. Once I’d notice an intolerance, I’d either eliminate that food or decrease the portion size and HAZA! No more bloat or death farts! Did you know that after you eat something you’re not supposed to feel it move through your entire digestive tract? Huh, weird.

But, seriously though. I began learning how to avoid “overflowing my bucket,” aka accumulating too many FODMAPs. If you take in too many FODMAPs in one sitting or even one day, they can overflow from your small intestines (where foods are supposed to be digested) into your large intestines. The perfect recipe (see what I did there?!) for gastrointestinal upset.

I dove into low FODMAP recipe Pinterest boards and started to feel a sense of empowerment that I could control my diet-related symptoms. If I wanted a cinnamon roll full of gluten, I knew what the consequences would be and could choose to have said cinnamon roll in the comfort of my own home, near the comfort of my own toilet. 

Memorizing all of the high FODMAP foods and ingredient lists was tough at first. I remember grocery shopping during my first week on the elimination diet and reading every label to find that there was always, inevitably, one ingredient on there that was questionable. The first couple of weeks you’re eating whole foods with little ingredients, just to figure out what you can and can’t tolerate. 

Okay ~ I know this post is getting long so I’m going to wrap it up here with a few tips for someone who has recently been diagnosed with IBS, IBD, or Crohn’s.

1. See a nutritionist if at all possible ~ they are so knowledgeable and will make the whole elimination process easier

2. Start a food journal with symptoms

3. Tune into your body after you eat a meal and really notice how you feel (you don’t have to be blowing up a bathroom to be intolerant to a food)

4. Do research on those foods that you notice are triggering symptoms and read up on FODMAPS and the FODMAP elimination diet ~ it sounds hardcore, but honestly I didn’t even do the whole reintroduction period because it was pretty easy to pinpoint what was giving me stinky farts and what wasn’t after a few weeks

5. If FODMAPs are the issue, download the Monash app so that you can have a list of foods to reference at all times (I didn’t fork over the $8 for the app but if you don’t have a wise nutritionist to consult, it might be worth the dough lol more food puns)

6. Find foods that work for you and get creative with them! Buy a sensitive tummy cookbook, scroll through Pinterest ~ there are lots of yummy options for people with food intolerances! (S/o to all of the dairy free alternatives)

If you enjoyed this post, then you can look forward to me doing more deep dives into nutrition in later posts ~ I’m learning more and more everyday and am excited to share all of the nutrition gold nuggets!

[aching-tummies]

Chocolate Indulgence

Ever had one of those moments where you're staring down a food-item you know is going to absolutely wreck your stomach...but you know you'll eat it anyway?

Most of the people I know that have a dairy-sensitivity (e.g. lactose, rectin, etc.) tend to have moments like that frequently. They know eating cheese is going to cause Satan-himself to reach in and clench their stomach in his vice-like grip, but one does not simply say 'no' to pizza. Then there's the ones that ensure they've got dibs on the closest washroom before they shovel ice-cream or a milkshake into their system and that particular washroom becomes a hazmat zone for the next three hours. I've seen the latter used with purpose too when this particular someone I knew was pretty backed-up while travelling. He was out with some friends when he realized it'd been quite a while since he had last went no.2. His friends knew about his dairy-sensitivity and their eyes widened when he ordered something with dairy from the shiftiest-looking vendor in the area (he was also a huge germaphobe, so the fact that he went even 3 ft near that vendor already caused jaws to drop). He chugged it, asked his friends to wait around the area for a solid hour or two, and then proceeded to violate the public washroom. He came back looking like the definition of ‘relief’ just as his friends had started to think he had died ‘cuz they didn’t expect him to be in the washroom that long.

While not as dramatic, I sort of had one of these moments last night. Of course, it wasn't just that one moment that led to that, it was a whole day of events that led up to the moment.

I started the day going out to have breakfast with a family member before heading off to work. A favorite fast-food chain had recently opened a location near our place and near the place I worked so we decided to go there for breakfast/lunch, whatever you want to call it. I've been eating less recently, being busy and anxious about work and some other life-stuff...also with my work being at non-consistent hours my family member ends up eating without me and most of the time I'm too exhausted to bother cooking for myself. I live with some fairly judgemental family members who go off on me if I don't clean up properly when they say so and cooking for myself just becomes more of a hassle than it's worth. E.g. I'll make some instant noodles for myself and before I've even taken the first bite they'll come over and start screeching about how I left a cooking utensil in the sink rather than clean it and leave it out to dry before I sat down to eat. I was already eating straight out of the pot I was cooking the thing in, the utensil was a butter-knife I used to get some XO sauce or whatever out of the jar and into the pot...and the butter knife wasn't necessary or useful for eating the noodles. My plan was to leave it in the sink and wash everything all at once in about 20 minutes when I had finished my food. I didn't want to deal with the screeching after hours of dealing with customers and co-workers screeching at me to do a task while I was in the middle of doing another task someone else had screeched at me to do, so I've opted to roll with being hungry for the last few days. My usual routine was wake up, get ready, make a quick breakfast to get me through my shift, come home and stay out of the way until dinner time with my family--if there was going to be a shared dinner-time, and then go to bed.

Yesterday was basically the same. I had breakfast at a fast-food restaurant with a family member who was kind enough to drop me off at work. After work I decided to come home rather than eat out after work (I wanted to save some money). I went home and was already pretty hungry but dinner wasn't going to be for another four or more hours. I ended up taking a nap, realizing after I woke up that I had managed to get through the day without drinking coffee, and that was probably why I ended up napping. I got downstairs to find that my family member had opted to cook for themselves, meaning I was on my own for dinner. I grabbed something small and self-contained to avoid being yelled at for making a mess and went about my business. Hours later, I was getting ready for bed. I couldn't sleep 'cuz my stomach had been growling at me since I started brushing my teeth. I was fairly awake from the nap I had taken so I decided, "screw it--I'll grab something to eat and watch a movie or something before I go to sleep".

What to eat, right? After days of being hungry after work, I decided I deserved a treat. I was really craving something sweet, but the only thing that satisfied that sweet tooth was some coffee I had in the fridge...which I was definitely not going to indulge in. I wanted to sleep eventually and coffee at 2AM was ridiculous. What else is sweet and goes almost hand-in-hand with coffee? Chocolate. Pancakes would make a mess, mug-cake was an option but I didn't want to measure out everything...also, one of my family members has been pretty snarky about finding flour on the counters. Some of it is from them, but since I'm the one that's always making home-made pasta and other types of noodles it's always my fault if there's a powdery substance on the counters. I didn't want to just outright eat chocolate chips like I usually do 'cuz I had already brushed my teeth and felt bad about eating something that would stick to my teeth and add to decay. In the end, I opted for a mug of hot chocolate. I was craving something sweet, specifically chocolate, and hot chocolate fit the bill. If I rinsed my mouth with some water after drinking it then it’d probably be okay.

My usual method is dumping the packet into a mug, filling it about 2/3 of the way with hot water, stirring until the powder is dissolved, and then topping up the final 1/3 with cold 2% milk. The milk makes it richer as well as cools down the contents enough to drink. I hesitated a little about adding the milk, the boba-incident fresh in my mind. I decided "screw it. I don't have to work tomorrow" and I added the milk to the mug. I decided to indulge further. It's been a crappy week walking on eggshells at home and at work and choosing to be hungry rather than listen to family members rant and yell over a bit of flour...so I found some nutella and added a generous spoonful to the hot chocolate. If you haven't tried this, you should (provided you don't have a nut allergy). I recommend dissolving the nutella in the hot-water/powder mix, prior to adding milk. The heat will allow it to melt that much faster. That mug of hot chocolate was heavenly.

I took the mug upstairs and put on something to watch while I enjoyed my chocolate-y treat. A couple of hours later, I was ready for bed.

As I lay down, waiting to sleep, I felt an odd sensation in my stomach. It wasn't painful. It was just shy of uncomfortable. It was an odd feeling I couldn't place. Was I still hungry? Were my guts unhappy with the little bit of dairy in the hot chocolate? It felt like a mild pressure around my navel-area, but my stomach was definitely empty too. I rubbed my stomach a little, staying awake for a while monitoring the feeling, hoping that it wouldn't be a repeat of the boba incident. I didn't have to work the next day, but I didn't want to go about the whole day feeling like a painfully bloated basketball. I don't know if it was gas from the dairy 'cuz I couldn't burp and I didn't feel any gurgles or gas-bubbles moving around under my palms. It wasn’t entirely like hunger either. It felt like there was something sitting in my guts...not painfully, but just present, and my stomach was undecided about whether this something meant it was allowed to be hungry or not. I guess my stomach was confused. It was so late that it was early, usually an hour where everything is asleep, there was dairy somewhere slightly bloating up my guts, but it was also hungry. I had downed dairy on an empty stomach and it was confused...was it supposed to still be hungry? Was it supposed to go to sleep? Was the dairy going to be a problem? To growl or not to growl? 

Definitely not as dramatic as something my dairy-sensitive friends have gone through, but that's what I thought about while I was soothing my stomach before going to sleep. I added the milk to my hot chocolate, wary that it would upset my stomach. Whatever that feeling was, at least it allowed me to sleep. I was still hungry, seeing as the only solid food I had to eat was over 14 hours ago and it was the 'empty calories' of fast food, but at least I didn't have to contend with the gnawing hunger as I tried to sleep. I didn’t add a whole lot of milk into the hot chocolate, so it wasn’t enough to cause some major indigestion. Not sure if this happens to other people too, but I've found that when I sleep on a hungry stomach I wake up with a corner of my pillow in my mouth and a loud and cramping stomach demanding I fill it before it plays the 'nausea' card. I didn't want to spend my day off feeling hungry, nauseous, and contending with indigestion.

As always, feel free to send asks in talking about tummy stuff. If it hits my kinks or I like it, I'll post the reply. If you don't see it odds are either that tumblr ate it or I'm not really interested in it and I can't contact you to say that if you're on-anon. Sometimes I’ll let the ask sit in my inbox for a while until I figure out how I’ll respond to it. I tend to be hungry fairly often lately, so if you ever wanna just send a stab in the dark hunger-RP-esque ask that’s totally fine. I’m not too big on the idea of teasing with food or overly patronizing banter, but tummy-centric stuff like manual stimulation of my hungry tummy for the growls/sensations or some way to torture my aching guts is usually something I’m down for. Hands on a suffering stomach are a pretty steady craving whenever I fall into kink-feels.  Navel-stuff is rare to see, but definitely welcome too. 

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Thanksgiving foods you SHOULD NOT be sharing with your pets

Disclaimer: I am not a vet and this should not be taken as veterinary advice, just as cautionary advice from a fellow animal lover.

With Thanksgiving just days away for those of us living in the USA, it’s time to appreciate what we have and enjoy some delicious food with loved ones; it’s also the perfect time to talk about foods we should definitely not be sharing with our furry family members.

For the short of it, here’s a couple links to lists of human foods dogs and cats can and cannot eat. If any of these ingredients are found in the dishes on the Thanksgiving table, don’t share!

Human Foods Dogs Can and Can’t Eat (American Kennel Club)

Toxic and Dangerous Foods Your Dog Should Never Eat (WebMD)

28 Foods Not to Feed Your Dog (CanineJournal)

Harmful Foods Your Cat Should Never Eat (WebMD)

5 Dangerous Foods You Should Avoid Giving Your Cat (HillsPet)

14 Human Foods You Shouldn’t Give to your Cat (Preventive Vet)

If you suspect your pet has ingested a dangerous substance, contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Phone Number: (888) 426-4435. A fee may apply, so try to prevent a poisoning before it happens.

Remember, just because your pet likes a certain food, doesn’t mean it’s good for your pet. Just because they will eat it doesn’t mean they should. I like eating cake and drinking beer; doesn’t mean that they’re both good for me.

For some specific dishes you shouldn’t share with your pets, keep reading.

I’m going to break down foods into four categories: foods that are poison to your pets, meaning you should NEVER feed them to your pet; foods that are dangerous for your pets, meaning you shouldn’t share them with your pet (while they may not kill your pet, they have the potential to do harm); foods that are bad for your pets, which might not necessarily mean you should NEVER share, just that you should only share on occasions and don’t make it into a habit; foods that are alright in small amounts, which are foods you can feed your pets (they may even be good for your pet!) in small amounts, but shouldn’t be a primary part of your pet’s diet.

I’ll be talking mostly about dogs and cats, but a lot of foods on this list applies to other animals, including rodents (rats, mice, bunnies,) etc.

Foods You Shouldn’t Share with Dogs

These foods are POISONOUS to dogs: chocolate, grapes and raisins, plants in the allium family (onions, chives, leeks, and ESPECIALLY garlic), macadamia nuts, pecans, walnuts, artificial sweeteners (especially xylitol), alcohol, raw dough, caffeine, fruit pits (in peaches, plums, etc.), nutmeg, avocados, rhubarb, green tomatoes (and other parts of the plant)

These foods are DANGEROUS for dogs: almonds, bones (fish and poultry especially), raw meat* (including fish), raw eggs, rhubarb

These foods are BAD for dogs: sugar, excess fats, excess salt, cat food (I hope you’re not eating cat food either), corn on the cob (remove the cob first!!!), baked goods

These foods are OKAY for dogs in small amounts: liver, ham, bell peppers (especially cooked or chopped up small), raw meat*, cinnamon (IT SHOULD BE COOKED INTO SOMETHING), basil, unsalted air-popped popcorn, ginger, parsley, turmeric, citrus FRUIT, plain baked potatoes, sweet potatoes (good for dogs!), carrots, celery, black pepper, ripe tomatoes, peas, cooked pasta, rice, apples, corn, rosemary (as long as your dog isn’t pregnant or suffering from seizures) peanut butter (as long as there’s no xylitol!)

*raw meat can be safe for dogs, but only if you KNOW it’s parasite and disease-free. It’s safer to give them fully cooked but unseasoned meat

Foods You Shouldn’t Share with Cats

These foods are POISONOUS to cats: chocolate, caffeine, alliums (onions, chives, leeks, garlic, etc.), alcohol, raw dough, grapes and raisins, raw meat (including fish), raw eggs, fat trimmings, artificial sweeteners, rhubarb, avocados, green tomatoes (and other parts of the plant)

These foods are DANGEROUS for cats: fish bones, dairy products

These foods are BAD for cats: dog food (I hope you’re not eating dog food either), salt, sugar, fats, baked goods

These foods are OKAY for cats in small amounts: liver, cooked tuna, ripe tomatoes, peas, chopped carrots, frozen corn, broccoli florets, green beans, zucchinis, lettuce, and spinach, peanut butter, pumpkin, rosemary

Thanksgiving Dishes You Shouldn’t Share With Pets

So now that we know what ingredients our pets can and can’t eat, we should take a look at what dishes they shouldn’t eat. Should be easy, right? Well, considering how family recipes vary and we sometimes forget what ingredients are in our food, not really. I’m a vegetarian, and I am often dumbfounded at the foods that my relatives offer me at our family gatherings (no, vegetables cooked in meat broth are not vegetarian!!!). We might know what ingredients are bad, but now we have to remember what those ingredients are in.

Admittedly, you shouldn’t be sharing anything with your pets.

Our pets require very different nutrients from very different foods in order to stay healthy, and while one treat every now and then won’t hurt, it’s important to remember what “one treat” looks like to a dog vs. a human. One piece of cake is one piece of cake to us; one piece of cake to a dog translates to something like a whole cake to us. One night of eating junk shouldn’t be much of a problem in the long-run though, just make sure to keep an eye on your pet after and watch for any signs of tummy trouble. It can be hard to regulate who’s feeding your pets what when you have family over, especially if there are children involved, so it would help to talk about what foods are safe for pets and what foods aren’t beforehand. If you suspect you or your family members might be wanting to share scraps from their plates, here’s a list of what you can and what you absolutely should not feed your pets. Obviously, this won’t be a complete list because there are tons of dishes out there.

Gravy - BEST TO AVOID

Some gravy recipes don’t contain any ingredients that are inherently toxic to dogs or cats, although they likely contain butter, which most cats are sensitive to. Gravy does, however, contain a lot of salt, even if using low-sodium stock, so you should not feed it to your pets in large quantities. In fact, it’s best to avoid giving to your pet altogether, but your pet should be fine if they ingest a little bit.

Peas and Carrots - MOSTLY SAFE

Peas and carrots can be very nutritious snacks for dogs and cats alike, although too much may lead to [stinky] gas. As a result, a spoonful of peas and carrots will be safe for your dog or cat to snack on if you feel like sharing. However, just a little bit of butter or salt greatly reduces the value of this snack. Remember, most cats are lactose intolerant and can’t digest dairy products, and both dogs and cats have much lower thresholds for tolerating salt than we do. As a result, this treat is probably best doled out after cooking, but before getting buttered and salted.

Corn - MOSTLY SAFE

Corn OFF the cob can be safe treats for both dogs and cats. However, chances are if corn is on the Thanksgiving table, it has butter on it, making it bad for most cats. In addition, it’s probably salted, meaning it’s not the best for dogs, either. If your corn is served plain, though, you can share a little bit with your animal friends. Just make sure it’s off the cob though, as dogs may try to eat the cob, which can pose a choking hazard.

Green Bean Casserole - NOT SAFE

Green bean casserole is one of those recipes that varies from family to family, but most recipes will call for garlic and onions, which is not safe for dogs or cats. In addition, the dish may contain mushrooms and cream, which can be difficult for both dogs and cats to digest. If you somehow have a recipe that doesn’t call for onions, garlic, mushrooms, etc. then you can share with your pets. Green beans make for great treats after all. But for the most part, it’s best you don’t even think about sharing this dish with your pets.

Candied Yams - BEST TO AVOID

Sweet potatoes are full of nutrients and can be good snacks for both dogs and cats, but candied yams contain a lot of sugar; as a result, not very good for most pets. On top of that, some recipes call for nutmeg (although a very small amount), which is bad for dogs and cats alike (mostly in large amounts). One bite shouldn’t cause any problems, but it’s probably best to avoid dropping 

Stuffing - NOT SAFE

Bread, carrots, and celery are all safe treats for dogs in small quantities. However, most stuffing recipes call for onions and garlic, which, as you should remember, are very toxic for dogs. Some recipes even call for raisins for some reason, which are also very toxic for dogs. If you can find a stuffing recipe that doesn’t call for any of these, then a small amount of stuffing should be alright.

Cranberry Stuffing - NOT SAFE

Many cranberry stuffing recipes call for onions, which are not safe for dogs or cats. If your recipe does not contain onions though, a tiny amount of cranberry stuffing would be alright. If the recipe calls for rosemary though, you should avoid giving it to animals that are pregnant or suffering from seizures. 

Mashed Potatoes - OKAY FOR DOGS IN SMALL AMOUNTS

Basic mashed potatoes contain butter and milk, which is a problem for most cats. For dogs, however, a little is okay if they start begging. Dogs can’t handle as much salt and fat as we can though, so at most you should be sharing a bite. If the mashed potatoes contain garlic, however, do not share it with your pets.

Sweet Potato Casserole - NOT SAFE

While plain sweet potatoes are excellent treats for your dog, sweet potato casserole is loaded with sugars and fats, which dogs can’t eat as much as we can. Not to mention, some recipes call for chopped pecans in the topping, which, as you may recall, is very poisonous to dogs.

Plain Baked Potatoes - SAFE

Baked potatoes, both regular and sweet, can be safe treats for both dogs and cats. This is, however, as long as they are unseasoned (remember, they can’t eat as much sugar, salt, and fat as we can). Sweet potatoes are better, however, as they contain more nutrients. Additionally, dogs will have more to gain than cats will, as cats are obligate carnivores and much less omnivorous than dogs. One potato on very rare occasions though can be a perfectly safe snack.

Cranberry Sauce - IT DEPENDS, BUT BEST TO AVOID

Dogs can eat some cranberry sauce recipes in small amounts, although not if it contains raisins, nutmeg, or orange zest. Additionally, cranberry sauce is high in sugar, which is not good for dogs or cats. Cats shouldn't eat cranberry sauce at all, but plain cranberries can be good for their urinary tract health. 

Ham - SAFE

Dogs and cats can both enjoy ham, although you should only share small amounts as it is high in sodium and fat. You should monitor your pets if this is your first time sharing ham though, because high fat contents can cause tummy problems.

Fish - SAFE

Cooked unseasoned fish is an excellent source of lean protein, and is safe to eat as long as you remove the bones. You should be cautious what kind of fish you’re feeding your pets though, because fish like tuna are high in mercury. 

Turkey - SAFE

Turkey is safe for pets to eat. You should, however, remove the skin, especially if the baste is particularly salty, and be sure to leave out the bones.

Pecan Pie - NOT SAFE

Remember how I said pecans are poisonous to dogs? Yeah, putting them in pie form isn’t any better! Keep this away from pets!

Pumpkin Pie - BAD FOR PETS, BUT DON’T WORRY TOO MUCH

Pumpkin has some pretty solid health benefits for pets; pumpkin pie does not. There’s a lot of sugar in pumpkin pie, which, as we know, is bad for dogs and cats alike. If your pet gets into pumpkin pie though, you won’t have to cause poison control.

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Healthy gut tips and recommendations

I,hope you’re doing really well today,we’re gonna talk all about having a,really healthy gut I think this is one,of the most important things when it,comes to having a healthy happy,well-functioning body your gut is almost,like your second brain and actually 95%,of your serotonin which is the happy,chemical hormone that makes you feel,really good that is mostly produced in,your gut so not in your brain but in,your gut so we want to make sure that,our gut is happy so that it can share,that beautiful serotonin with our brain,plus your skin is so affected by the,health of your guts if you suffer from,acne or oily skin or you merely want to,improve the appearance and like the glow on your skin having a good digestion is key for that so I want to share my tips,with you guys these are the things that,work really well for me when I’m,consistent with these things I do see it,in my body my stomach stays nice and,flat I don’t have like digestive issues,and I just feel better.

 So let’s get,started with the first tip now this,might be a little TMI but I want to go,there today with this video I think it’s,really important to talk about this and,it’s such a key and having healthy,digestion and that is elimination it’s,kind of funny how like eating and,socializing around food and like,consuming food is such a normal and like,socially acceptable thing to talk about,but like you know the other end like,where does that food go that end of the,process is something that’s not really,talked about and I do understand why but,I want to go there today because I think,it’s so important so my first tip for,healthy digestion is to visit the,bathroom,first thing in the morning this is,actually something which’s commonly,practiced in the IU Vedic tradition of,medicine the way that I do this and a,lot of you guys may already know this if,you’ve seen my other articles maybe what I,ate today’s I drink water the first,thing when I wake up I have,room-temperature water that’s really,important you don’t want to have cold,water first thing in the morning and I,would just recommend not having cold,water at all because it’s really not,that good for your gut so,room-temperature water or sometimes I,do warm water it’s a boil some water and,I’ll have like half boiled water and,half regular water so that it’s a nice,kind of like warmer temperature and I,will drink that and you guys it sets off,my digestion when you drink water first,thing in the morning it creates like a,natural kind of like flow in your,digestive system and it starts to become,like a little signal and a little,trigger to your body so drinking water,first thing in the morning is so so so,important and also you have just woken,up from a really long fast so when,you’re sleeping you’re not eating or,drinking anything and the first thing,that you want to do is rehydrate your,body.

 We’re made of almost eighty percent,water and all of our selves all of our,tissues and organs they need water,especially our digestive system and also,if you just think about it from your,body’s perspective what would you want,to get first thing in the morning,you would want something natural,something that you can use and you know,things like coffee and and food that’s,fine but I think first thing is really,important to have water when you,eliminate first thing in the morning you,are freeing up all of that space in your,stomach and you just feel so clean and,like tight and light weight you know you,don’t feel like heavy or bogged down I,usually wake up pretty early but if we,have like a flight or something that’s,maybe at 6:00 in the morning and I still,want to do like my little routine and,things I will factor in the time that I,need to have my water in the morning and,go to the bathroom I will not start my,day before I go to the bathroom I,actually used to struggle a lot with,this a few years ago before I got into,this really good rhythm I would get,ready super fast and I would go and then,I would just kind of like wait but,sometimes if I was stressed or I had,people over or I don’t know like I was,on vacation or something I just felt so,awful in my stomach and I remember it,cost me a lot of stress as well plus if,you think about it what you’re,eliminating is full of toxins and like,old stuff that your body doesn’t want,and if you just let it sit in there for,too long it’s also not good for your,body and you’re kind of like sitting in,your own toxins.

 You know so soon as you,you want to eliminate that stuff if you,start doing this regularly you will get,into a really good for them and a really,good habit of doing this and it will,become like second nature if I’m at home,if we’re traveling whatever the case is,I always make sure the night before that,I have at least like a liter to a liter,and a half of water and I will drink,that in the morning I’ll go to the,bathroom and then I’ll start my day I’ll,do my meditation after that I’ll do my,exercise I’ll do my journaling my work,or whatever it is but that is like the,number one thing that I do when I wake,up so now I think we know each other a,little bit better I hope you can,appreciate my honesty and my willingness,to provide value to you guys even though,it’s something that’s not really talked,about a lot but this is something that,is key for me with my digestion and that,allows my stomach to stay flat allows me,to feel really good and lightweight and,like not bogged down throughout the day,additional little tip as we’re already,on this topic when you do go to the,bathroom keep your knees up you wish to,be in the natural position for,elimination and that is with your knees,upwards also on the topic of water and,staying hydrated that is of course such,a key I’m personally not a huge fan of,drinking a lot of water with my meals I,prefer to have most of my water like,between them so either before or after I,will sometimes have a little bit of,water but too much water during your,meal can actually dilute the saliva and,the enzymes that it takes to break down,the food so you don’t want to be like,over diluting and overflowing your,system with water when you’re eating but,like an hour or 30 minutes before you,sit down to eat is an amazing time to,drink water because you’re loosening up,your digestive system you’re lubricating,it you’re waking up the cells with lots,of good hydration so that’s definitely a great plan and also very very important to know.

 My,second tip for a nice flat tummy and,good digestion is to feed the good,bacteria in your gut,there are prebiotics and probiotics,prebiotics are like a good fertilizer,for the good bacteria in your gut pretty,bad,come from pretty much all plant-based,food so sweet potato is a great source,of P biotics the greens are another,great source there are certain types of,fruits that are good like apples and,then there are probiotics which are live,bacteria that can be found in yogurts,and in like kefir and also in fermented,foods like kimchi sauerkraut and,kombucha and different things like that,so you need a good balance of both for,your gut. There are also certain,supplements which you may take that have,prebiotics and probiotics one that I,really like is called glow it’s the,inner beauty powder from the Beauty chef,I mentioned this in one of my recent posts and I,really really love this it’s got a blend,of over 20 natural ingredients and you,get a minimum of 500 million probiotics,per serving. There are lots of,supplements on the market so you can,definitely you  know pick and choose,which one suits you but this is one that,I have really been enjoying lately it’s,a with having a good balance of,prebiotics and probiotics it’s also,really important to eat,anti-inflammatory foods inflammation is,one of the biggest culprits when it,comes to imbalances in the body and most,inflammation stems from not having a,healthy gut so examples of,anti-inflammatory foods are for example,cruciferous vegetables which are,especially good for the gut so broccoli,cauliflower Brussels sprouts so many,doctors whom I read about and read books,from and just watch like videos and,documentaries on they all stress the,importance of cruciferous vegetables,sweet potatoes are also very,anti-inflammatory and it’s something,that the bacteria in your gut love and,of course most greens are,anti-inflammatory you can do some,research online and find like the best,anti-inflammatory foods and of course on,the opposite end of the spectrum you want,to avoid foods that cause inflammation,that caused this like disruption in your,gut and a lot of you guys probably know,about gluten that’s a huge sensitivity,for a whole lot of people for the most part I,do avoid gluten but there are certain,occasions where I’ll indulge in a nice,pasta or I’ll have some bread or I have,like you know a cake or something that,has gluten in it but I think it’s more,about what you do for most of,your diet so I don’t believe in a,completely restrictive 100%,100% of the time I would say like 80 to,90% of my diet is really good like I,just enjoy eating clean and healthy but,then I do have my moments when I’m not,so healthy we’re human we have cravings,we socialize we go places where it’s not,always easy to find you know super super,healthy things specifically if we’re,traveling if you know we’re in airports,or at hotels or we just want to enjoy a,life you know there are those moments I,don’t think you have to be so so strict,on yourself but in general I try to,avoid gluten something else that can,cause a lot of inflammation in your body,is dairy we’ve spoken about dairy at,tons and tons on my channel and you guys,know that’s something that I avoid for,my skin and there are so many,alternatives to dairy products these,days you can find milks cheese’s butters,yogurts ice creams pretty much,everything so for me it’s not something,that I even like I’m not even interested,in it I can’t find those other,alternatives if you know I am craving,something like that so Dairy is,something to definitely avoid or your,gut and of course you know highly,processed things,sugary things soda as things like that,and my third tip for healthy digestion,is intermittent fasting this is,something that I talked about briefly in,my last vlog and with intermittent,fasting you’re giving your digestion a,break from eating not necessarily about,cutting calories or eating less food but,you eat your food in a particular window of,time and then you let your digestive,system rest for the remainder of the time so,it works really well for me is I’ll have,my last meal at around 8 o clock in the,evening and then I’ll have breakfast the,next day but I’ll wait until around 12,o’clock to eat that gives my body around,a 16 hour and fasting period I’ve been,loving the benefits so far and there’s,so much information and research that,you can read about I think it’s also a,really great way to get to know your,body better and to start eating more,intuitively there are different ways of,doing an intermittent fast but I think,just like the principle of not,overloading your digestive system you,know for the whole day is really,important I will leave some interesting,resources down below in the description,box if you guys want to read more about,this run to my fourth tip for healthy,digestion and a flat,tell me that is exercise so exercise is,not only really good for just burning,excess calories and extra fat and,toning up your body from a physical,level but if you think about it when,you’re exercising you are literally,moving your body so you’re moving your,organs you’re moving your intestine and,it allows all of those tubes to move as,well and if you’ve ever seen what the,inside of our intestines look like it’s,like a very very long winding tube,that’s actually such a phenomenal thing,in our bodies I think if you stretch it,out like in the event that you stretch out the surface,of your intestine it’s almost the size,of a tennis court but anyway when you,are exercising you’re also moving at,that tube so you’re facilitating the,movement of the food through your,intestine and that���s why also doing yoga,and certain stretches can be really good,if you’re having some issues with your,digestive system specifically if you’re,just feeling like a little stuck and,constipated and that’s because you’re,literally moving and manipulating the,way that the tubes are moving and on the,opposite end of that you can imagine if,you are very stagnant throughout the,entire day if you’ve been sitting down,working at your desk or in school or for,me I spent a lot of hours on the,computer just sitting down editing,videos replying to emails working etc,sitting down too much can cause your,metabolism to really slow down and that,can also then have an effect on your,digestive tract so making sure you’re,getting in a good workout at least like,four times per week if you can do it,every single day it doesn’t need to be,something you know crazy and like a,crazy hit class or an intense spinning,class of something like that even just,going on a walk just to move your body,get the blood moving get your metabolism,fired up and just have like some,movement in your body can be really,really helpful less exercise will,release really good hormones and,endorphins in your body which make you,feel really good they make you happy,they reduce stress and all of that is,really important for you know a healthy,digestive system this brings me on to my,fifth tip which is to reduce stress in,your body basically when we feel,stressed our body is releasing,adrenaline and cortisol all over our,body,and when we’re in this day it puts our,body into fight-or-flight mode so it’s,literally diverts a lot of the blood,from my digestive system to our arms and,our legs to either run from that lion or,to fight  us it’s a pure self-defense,mechanism that’s deeply deeply engraved,in the ancient parts of our brain and it,used to be a really important response,system in our body it kept us alive and,you know away from danger but now our,bodies are producing this cortisol in,this adrenaline which is actually not,helping our body in fact it’s causing,stress and havoc on our body and can,actually cause you to store more fat,specifically around your waist area so,repeatedly diverting blood away from,your di tract can actually cause your,gut wall to break down and that can lead,to leaky gut syndrome can cause a host,of other digestive issues so it’s really,important to try to keep the cortisol,level as low as possible in your body,and there are certain things that I like,to do on a daily basis that just helped,me to kind of manage that something that,I love which I’ve talked about a lot and,you guys probably know is I like to,meditate I usually do this as part of my,morning routine I will take 10 to 15,minutes and I’ll open an app on my phone,it’ll either be headspace simple habit,is really good as well and there are,lots of great meditations for free that,you can find on YouTube it’s an amazing,thing to do in the mornings and it,really helps set the tone for the day it,is quite relaxing to sit there but it,also teaches you mindfulness thought,about just feeling good in the moment of,meditation but you know you can take,that lesson that you learned or those,skills that you’re learning through the,meditation and carry them with you,throughout the day and that has a huge,effect on your stress levels on your,happiness on how reactive you are to,certain things and also on your focus,and where you choose to place your,attention so meditation is amazing we,also spoke a little bit about exercising,which is of course so ideal for your,body and to keep the stress levels low,and just in general attempting to keep,yourself talk positive as well and not,being too like negative on yourself,because that can result in a lot of,and that’s all like self manufactured I,mean there’s things that have been,outside of us that we can’t always,control like you know if your client is,late or if the weather is horrible or,you know there’s traffic and things like,that those are usually out of our,control but what’s in our control are,our thoughts our environment will we,choose to listen to what we choose to,read and how we can like uplift and,motivate ourselves and also when I sit,down to eat I want to eat in a calm and,peaceful setting I don’t like to eat if,there’s like a big discussion or an,argument or something going on like I,just can’t my stomach is gonna be so,upset but I like to take my time when I,eat I don’t want to be stressed I will,usually sit down and I’ll listen to an,audiobook or I’ll watch something nice,on YouTube or you know be with a friend,I try to have a positive conversation I,don’t really like to talk about you know,negative things or upsetting things over,food because I feel like it has such a,huge effect on my digestive system and I,just feel like I can’t digest the food,properly and especially when I am alone,and I’m eating I also try to think about,how the food that I’m eating is really,going to nourish in my body and the time,just to be present and mindful of what,you’re eating and not be like in a whole,other world and like shoving food down,your throat that I think you also eat,more intuitively that way as well when,you are present and when you are more,mindful have you ever noticed if you’re,like watching TV or you know distracted,by something and you have like food or,sweets or whatever I anyway would eat,way more than if I was being present and,mindful when I’m eating so definitely,keep that in mind and what that said as,well if you are going to indulge in,something with like a cookie or a cake,or whatever have a good feeling when,you’re doing that if you are gonna,indulge in something that’s not that,healthy and then at the same time you’re,thinking about how bad it is for you,that also produces cortisol and that,like not such a good feeling in your,body so if you’re going to indulge in,something feel good about it I think,it’s so important to have a good balance,and not be like super super restrictive,and have like a negative,mindset around food so those aren’t my,top five tips for a really healthy gut,for healthy digestive system for a flat,tummy these are the things that work,really well for me and I would love to,hear from you guys let me know if you,also practice some of these things that,I talked about and which one works,really well for you or if you also have,some tips that I haven’t talked about in,this video please share them with me,down below in the comments it’s always,nice to hear from you

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[briluv50]

2018 Is my year to Get Better! I’ve been ill over a month, and feel like a huge part of it is my gut sensitivity. I’ve deleted gluten, dairy, caffeine (yes, coffee!) and most sugars (especially refined) out of my diet. I actually didn’t decide to do this out of the blue; because I was ill, I hadn’t had much of an appetite. I automatically didn’t want to eat these foods, although gluten and dairy already have been mostly deleted before I became ill. Anyway; I probably went through a withdrawal/detox, headaches, upset tummy, weakness, fatigue, dizziness, feeling like I was going to pass out and diarrhea. The first few days I was feeling ill, I had to go to the ER because of how I felt like I was going to pass out, had a fever, shaky, high blood pressure, bad diarrhea and no appetite! Everything checked out, according to ER Drs, not really anything showing up that would cause them to keep me. So I went to my primary Dr, and found out my pancreas enzymes are pretty low, and atrophy. Went to see gastro Specialist, had colonoscopy and endoscopy (still waiting for biopsy results), but am on prescription enzymes for now. Sorry so long, but I’m trying to feel better, and get my weight back to somewhat normal (went down to 109, from about 120). I’m trying this healthy meals delivery from Hello Fresh, and if you click my link, you’ll save $40! You can cancel for free at any time too! Shew that was a lot! Here’s to our health in 2018! 😋🙏🏼🤗🥒🥦🥑🍅🍎🍓🥥 #hellofresh @hellofresh #eatingbetter #freshveggies #healthychoices #getbetter #guthealth

[grassshrimp56-blog]

Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes

Light and fluffy zesty gluten-free Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes make for a delightful breakfast or brunch! This easy recipe only requires a few pantry items and take very little time to prepare.

This post is Sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill. Check out more delicious healthy recipes, snag coupons and find stores near you at BobsRedMill.com!

Are you in the market for some Spring breakfast or brunch recipes to share with your friends and family? You’re in luck, because these pancakes are such a delightful crowd-pleaser.

Plus, they are just so easy to make! These egg-free vegan pancakes only require a handful of basic ingredients that you likely already have on hand.

I use Bob’s Red Mill’s Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, full-fat canned coconut milk, lemon zest, pure maple syrup, oil, poppy seeds, and some baking powder. Bob’s Red Mill’s Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour is my ultimate go-to for gluten-free baking. It simply is the best blend I’ve ever used.

Not only is it the closest to regular all-purpose flour I’ve found, but it’s made primarily with rice flour, which is perfect for my sensitive tummy. It results in the fluffiest, most delectable pancakes and baked goods!

The full-fat coconut milk in this recipe is pivotal! It makes the pancakes so nice and moist and brings an otherworldly decadence to the hot cake. While you can replace it with almond milk, I highly recommend the full-fat coconut milk because the pancakes turn out so sultry!

Let’s make them, shall we?

How to Make Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes:

My favorite part about these pancakes, aside from the fact that they are oh-so zesty and fluffy, is they don’t even require a vegan egg replacement.

Simply measure out all of your ingredients, stick them in a mixing bowl in no particular order, and stir well until everything is combined.

The batter will smell so nice and lemony and will be very thick.

Pro Tip: If your canned coconut milk is separated (meaning the flesh is hardened at the top of the can and there’s a clear liquid beneath), heat it up on the stove top until it is nice and creamy. Stirring works too, but I’ve found it can still be clumpy in the batter.

This pancake batter will be much thicker than you’re used to – no sweat, it’s meant to be that way!

Simply heat some cooking oil in a non-stick skillet or griddle (I use avocado oil) over medium-low heat. Measure out ¼ cup of batter, then pour it onto the hot surface. Use your finger to spread the batter into a circular shape. Unlike regular pancake batter, it won’t spread out a whole lot on its own, so you’ll need to do the spreading yourself 😉

These pancakes require a little more time than regular pancakes to cook, and you likely won’t notice any bubbles rising to the surface. You’ll know it’s time to flip them when the sides begin to firm up and the pancakes look puffier.

Carefully flip the pancake to the other side and continue cooking another minute or two, until they are cooked through.

The pancakes turn out lusciously moist, fluffy, with a nice crisp on the top and bottom…basic perfection!

Serving Options:

Because the vegan lemon poppy seed pancakes themselves are so flavorful on their own, I keep the pancake toppings ultra simple. I just go with salted butter and pure maple syrup. If you’re strictly vegan, use a vegan butter alternative or opt for different toppings.

You can absolutely let your hair down and make a fruit compote or caramelized fruit situation as a topping for these vegan lemon poppy seed pancakes. Try the blueberry compote, caramelized pears, boozy bananas, or strawberry chia seed jam from the recipes I linked here).

If you love vegan pancakes, be sure to check these out!:

This recipe makes about 9 medium-sized pancakes – enough to serve 3 to 4 people. If serving more people, you can easily double the recipe!

My cookbook, Paleo Power Bowls, is now available! CLICK HERE to check it out. Thank you for your all your support!

If you make these Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes, please feel free to share a photo and tag @TheRoastedRoot on Instagram!

Happy brunching!

Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes

Print

Instructions

Add all ingredients for the pancakes to a mixing bowl. Mix well until combined. The batter will be very thick - this is normal.

Heat a small amount of cooking oil (I use coconut or avocado oil) in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Measure 1/4 cup of pancake batter and pour onto the hot surface. 

Use your fingers or a spoon to smooth the pancake batter into a circular shape. 

Cook pancake 2 to 3 minutes, until the sides begin to firm up and pancakes turns golden brown. Carefully flip and cook on the other side another 1 to 2 minutes, until cooked through. Repeat for remaining batter.

Serve pancakes with choice of toppings. 

Source: https://www.theroastedroot.net/vegan-lemon-poppy-seed-pancakes/

[moleasia4-blog]

Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes

Light and fluffy zesty gluten-free Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes make for a delightful breakfast or brunch! This easy recipe only requires a few pantry items and take very little time to prepare.

This post is Sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill. Check out more delicious healthy recipes, snag coupons and find stores near you at BobsRedMill.com!

Are you in the market for some Spring breakfast or brunch recipes to share with your friends and family? You’re in luck, because these pancakes are such a delightful crowd-pleaser.

Plus, they are just so easy to make! These egg-free vegan pancakes only require a handful of basic ingredients that you likely already have on hand.

I use Bob’s Red Mill’s Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, full-fat canned coconut milk, lemon zest, pure maple syrup, oil, poppy seeds, and some baking powder. Bob’s Red Mill’s Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour is my ultimate go-to for gluten-free baking. It simply is the best blend I’ve ever used.

Not only is it the closest to regular all-purpose flour I’ve found, but it’s made primarily with rice flour, which is perfect for my sensitive tummy. It results in the fluffiest, most delectable pancakes and baked goods!

The full-fat coconut milk in this recipe is pivotal! It makes the pancakes so nice and moist and brings an otherworldly decadence to the hot cake. While you can replace it with almond milk, I highly recommend the full-fat coconut milk because the pancakes turn out so sultry!

Let’s make them, shall we?

How to Make Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes:

My favorite part about these pancakes, aside from the fact that they are oh-so zesty and fluffy, is they don’t even require a vegan egg replacement.

Simply measure out all of your ingredients, stick them in a mixing bowl in no particular order, and stir well until everything is combined.

The batter will smell so nice and lemony and will be very thick.

Pro Tip: If your canned coconut milk is separated (meaning the flesh is hardened at the top of the can and there’s a clear liquid beneath), heat it up on the stove top until it is nice and creamy. Stirring works too, but I’ve found it can still be clumpy in the batter.

This pancake batter will be much thicker than you’re used to – no sweat, it’s meant to be that way!

Simply heat some cooking oil in a non-stick skillet or griddle (I use avocado oil) over medium-low heat. Measure out ¼ cup of batter, then pour it onto the hot surface. Use your finger to spread the batter into a circular shape. Unlike regular pancake batter, it won’t spread out a whole lot on its own, so you’ll need to do the spreading yourself 😉

These pancakes require a little more time than regular pancakes to cook, and you likely won’t notice any bubbles rising to the surface. You’ll know it’s time to flip them when the sides begin to firm up and the pancakes look puffier.

Carefully flip the pancake to the other side and continue cooking another minute or two, until they are cooked through.

The pancakes turn out lusciously moist, fluffy, with a nice crisp on the top and bottom…basic perfection!

Serving Options:

Because the vegan lemon poppy seed pancakes themselves are so flavorful on their own, I keep the pancake toppings ultra simple. I just go with salted butter and pure maple syrup. If you’re strictly vegan, use a vegan butter alternative or opt for different toppings.

You can absolutely let your hair down and make a fruit compote or caramelized fruit situation as a topping for these vegan lemon poppy seed pancakes. Try the blueberry compote, caramelized pears, boozy bananas, or strawberry chia seed jam from the recipes I linked here).

If you love vegan pancakes, be sure to check these out!:

This recipe makes about 9 medium-sized pancakes – enough to serve 3 to 4 people. If serving more people, you can easily double the recipe!

My cookbook, Paleo Power Bowls, is now available! CLICK HERE to check it out. Thank you for your all your support!

If you make these Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes, please feel free to share a photo and tag @TheRoastedRoot on Instagram!

Happy brunching!

Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes

Print

Instructions

Add all ingredients for the pancakes to a mixing bowl. Mix well until combined. The batter will be very thick - this is normal.

Heat a small amount of cooking oil (I use coconut or avocado oil) in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Measure 1/4 cup of pancake batter and pour onto the hot surface. 

Use your fingers or a spoon to smooth the pancake batter into a circular shape. 

Cook pancake 2 to 3 minutes, until the sides begin to firm up and pancakes turns golden brown. Carefully flip and cook on the other side another 1 to 2 minutes, until cooked through. Repeat for remaining batter.

Serve pancakes with choice of toppings. 

Source: https://www.theroastedroot.net/vegan-lemon-poppy-seed-pancakes/

[ceeweej]

i think veganism is cool and chill but theres just like. a lot of bad science surrounding whether it is “better for you”….. i think if youre not used to eating with less fat, leas salt, more veggies and fiber, then making that switch can be super beneficial for people, because i challenges you in a way to expand your diet!

but like. a lot of vegan substitutions for things ARENT healthier for you! Not that they’re worse but they’re like. Like margarine is Vegan but its like, corn oil, or whatever. That does net nothing to your body…. but dairy has some protein! Idk i feel like my body does better with SOME animal protein. I’ve thought a lot about this bc my tummy is SENSITIVE

And morally? sure, if you dont want to eat animals or any products from animals, i hear you. The meat and dairy industry is in dire need of reformation. But like. There are people who DO care for cattle and farm animals well even when raising them for food and abolishing the meat industry doesn’t HELP those people, or those animals, because when small farms can’t support themselves those industries get displaced to big corporations who make too much money to Care how their animals and staff are treated. Thats net bad for everyone!!!

Plus! The animals thay humans have bread abd raised to be for Food arent suited for the natural environment in the same way. If you set all the cows out free? It would wreck the ecosystem! They wouldnt survive! The solution isnt to make EVERYONE STOP, because that will *never* happen and i don’t think it *should* happen. A lot of people don’t have access to enough plant protein to get their nutrition solely from that! Some people have allergies or preferences or dietary restrictions! As a person with ADHD i have to eat more protein, and protein powders/solely plant based protein doesnt always cut it!

I also have a history of disordered eating and putting restrictions on my food is a slippery slope that can lead to some bad tendencies, and I’m trying to act in a way that is kind to myself first. Any kind of shame or fear around food exacerbates my issues so I try to do what’s best for ME and accommodate my friends as needed.

Food is good! Meat tastes good! Cooking is good! No one has to do anything, and when it comes to what you consume I think it should always be a personal decision… not a Moral one. Food doesnt have morality. Maybe I just had a bad friendship with the wrong kind of vegan but I feel the need to say my peace!

vegans will rly be out here saying “meat has toxins” like bitch so do apples. our bodies are made to digest meat. yeah meat is not as nutritionally dense as fibrous foods like fruits n veggies but like……..,,,,, its higher in fats and proteins which u ALSO NEED. more people should eat more other stuff besides meat, yeah! but that doesnt mean meat is evil and poisonous????!!?!??