That’s great! I think I was 8 years into having pretty severe digestive issues when I found the low FODMAP diet. While I know it can be difficult to change your diet, it’s so worth it. My life has completely changed since doing so, and I would not have the beautiful life I do had I not went through the effort to figure out my triggers and eliminate certain foods from my diet altogether. Well worth the sacrifice imo. Try focusing on what you stand to gain rather than the sacrifice or effort that is required. I’m so glad you found my channel and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!❤️

Oh good! It was super frustrating for me to watch too! Lol And yeah, I felt it was confusing which I why I wanted to make this vid for you guys. Glad it could help!

I mean she said her symptoms were at a 9…. 🤷🏻‍♀️ but I agree, my digestion was so bad that I stopped being able to digest food and I was losing weight at an alarming rate, so I had to do something pretty drastic, but being in that situation made it much easier to fully commit. I find that with my clients too, the worse off they are, the more compliant, and the better their results. I really tried to be fair, but I was just so pissed that she was making of mockery of the thing I have dedicated the last 5 years of my life to, but only because I know just how much this diet can help people, and I was really upset thinking about the fact that her video probably discouraged hundreds of thousands of people from trying something that could help them. Because they’re probably thinking “if this lady is a dietician and she can’t do it, what hope is there for me to pull this off successfully?” That’s all I really care about. Thank for watching and for the comment - I really made me giggle.😆

@@gritandgroceries thanks for your detailed explanation. Your review makes sense now. I just stumbled upon your videos and you seem to be very knowledgeable. Equally the manner you provide information is extremely digestible (no pun intended). I, like Abby, am not experiencing debilitating symptoms but serve enough that my GI doctor has but me on 2 different meds and my GI Nutritionist has urged me to stop eating gluten immediately. However with stress and life I haven’t. I found you in search of people who could help me make the process more simple and easier to get on board. I’m impressed by your approach and think with your videos I will meet my health goals. TY🙂!

Hi! I’m glad you’re feeling better and have found what your triggers are. That’s often why i say I love the framework of a therapeutic elimination diet like low FODMAP, because it gives people the tools to figure out what they’re problem foods are beyond fodmaps. I understand it can feel restrictive at times, especially when the holidays roll around, but just remember, nothing tastes as good as healthy feels! You probably know that to be true deep down in your bones now. Another way I try and feel less restricted is by buying myself new spices to try and cook with, so I’m basically eating the same thing, but it tastes different, you know…. Anyway, I’m so happy for you!! Thanks for watching and for sharing your story!

man forget that what do u eat air DAM

Hi, Ava! This is my FAVORITE comment! This is exactly why I made this video. You CAN do this!! I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!❤️

You’re very welcome! Thank you for the compliment and for watching!😃

Yay! Thank you!

Yes, agreed. It does take some mindfulness and getting used to, but it is totally doable! Also the first 2 phases help you to develop your instincts, which make the phase 3 maintenance so much easier. Thanks so for watching!!

Thanks so much! Will do!

Awww. Thanks!☺️ Best of luck on your digestive journey, Maritza!

Hello, I'm sorry to hear you've had such a rough time with your health, but it seems like you are doing a great job at cutting out the things that could be causing you issues. I'm just wondering if you might have some unknown/underlying food allergies that may be contributing to the problem beyond fodmaps? I know what you mean about the insane food poisoning feeling, and that usually happens to me when I've ingested something that I am allergic to rather that just a gassy/bloated fodmap fermentation issue. I also feel like its more common for people to develop allergies after having prolonged digestive issues that can cause inflammation and damage to the gut lining. That intestinal permeability can cause immune system dysregulation and lead to the development of food/chemical allergies. Lots of medications can be really hard on the gut lining too, especially antacids. Prolonged antacid use has been shown to set off a chain of reactions that can cause a slew of digestive issues and even lead to food allergies. This really bothers me because I know that antacid recommendation and use is rampant among GI docs and the ibs community. What I'm saying is, you might want to be on the look out for random foods that you might be allergic to. (I'm randomly allergic to peas lol) I'm glad you've made some progress and I hope you continue to! I also know its tough to do reintroductions and make yourself feel like shit after you're FINALLY feeling a bit better, but it is really important to not get stuck in the elimination phase. It's important to have as varied a diet as possible for nutrient purposes, but it's also important to know your personal triggers and limitations so that you don't have to live in fear. Plus if you avoid it for too long, it becomes a whole mental thing in my opinion. You could space out your reintroductions if that makes it easier. :) PS. you should totally try my gluten free pizza recipe!! It's so bomb. I promise it'll hit the spot! But this is another reason why it's important to do your reintroductions and figure out where you stand with lactose, because there could potentially be pizza in your future! :D Thanks for the comment and for watching! I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!

Agreed! I love that she reviews all of these crazy influencer diets!

Ok my partner and I just finished the video and agreed that you were being unnecessarily mean. Being critical is fine, but being so judgmental and laughing at what you perceive as Abby’s perceived failure at this diet was not cool. Please remember that this diet can be overwhelming to people, that people can get it wrong because we are human. Not everyone has a culinary background or the time or desire to make everything. I do think Abby did the best she could with the time and information she had. Based on her video I think I had an easier time than she did with low fodmap and am happy with my progress. However, as someone who is also recovering from an eating disorder and doing her best with the time I have, I would never ridicule Abby’s honest struggle with this diet. She is not only feeding and healing herself, she’s also feeding her family. And that is going to affect her dietary choices. One last thing. I also follow you on Instagram and saw your story on Abby eating pop tarts. I just don’t understand why you would take the time to criticize her on that when it’s so obvious she is no longer doing low fodmap. It was very “mean girl” of you. I am well-aware of Abby’s own videos on other people’s diets, but she speaks with compassion and with the objective of countering diet culture. I still enjoy your channel and would love for you to monetize and reach your goals with KZfaq. I just hated this video.

Hi Allison, thank you so much for watching and commenting! I’m so glad to hear that this diet has helped you, and that mainstream dietitians know more about it. Back when I started in 2017 the dietician I went to didn’t know much about it. I know this diet might seem more expensive, but when I started it, I was in food stamps (because I was so sick that I couldn’t work) and I transformed my diet and health on $192 per month. Because of inflation, CalFresh has increased to $250 per month, which is still what I spend on groceries each month. It can be done! What it really costs is time and energy, but it’s so worth it!

Abbey can do whatever she wants, no one’s trying to stop her. BUT people who choose not to eat meat need to understand that they are 1. Making this diet harder than it has to be because fodmaps are found in plants and dairy products, but not in meat. 2. Trying to get protein from plant sources like legumes is most likely causing digestive issues for a lot of people with ibs. I just want everyone to understand the choices they are making and how that is affecting their bodies regardless of whatever ideology they ascribe to.

@@gritandgroceries Nah you just went in straight with "We need animal products". You should know that this is different for everyone, as you're very familiar with fodmap and how certain things can mess you up while it doesn't affect other people. We don't need anything specific, different things work for different people and plenty of people can live perfectly fine without animal products or without dairy or without onions and garlic. We don't need this specific thing. No one needs it.

Unless you supplement, you need it. You ain't gonna get B12 from a piece of fruit. Your feelings for animal products don't change facts.

​@@Nikki-rx8ri Fully agree. It's bias that's not actually founded in ethics or a wide scope of science.

Hey girl! Yes, it super helpful having an app or list in the grocery store that helps you get in and out with out being too tempted. I drink caffeine now too, but I did cut it out when my digestion was at its worst, so that I could make a proper assessment of the food side of things and allow my gut lining to heal. I've also dealt with gastroparesis in the past, and it does take a while for the body's nervous system to rebound and learn how to time digestion properly again, but it is possible! I think for me it just took about a year or so of cutting out all of the allergens I was unknowingly consuming and allowing the inflammation subside, and let my nervous system to calm down, and eventually after I was eating real food again and getting the proper nutrients, and my body was breaking it down, it could produce the neurotransmitters that helped to regulate my system/digestion, but also calm my anxiety. I feel like it take half the amount of time you were sick to heal, so be patient with yourself and remember this is a marathon. I too eat out sometimes and try to make the best choices possible, but I usually end up accidentally eating garlic and onion, it so hard to avoid, but it is kinda nice to get that kick in the butt to remind me that eating out is just not worth it to me. I'd rather feel good and be able to put my energy towards fulfilling my life's purpose and help to ease the suffering of others rather than have a moment's worth of mouth pleasure. Yes, I am giving up a lot, but I am getting something so much better in return. I'm so glad my recipes/videos have helped you! Thank you so much for watching this video and for leaving a comment, I really appreciate it!

You’re right, the reintroduction phase is critical to your success on this diet! For an in depth explanation, check out my Low FODMAP Diet Explained video. I would also say that in the long term, a small to moderate about of gluten free bread and pasta is totally fine on this diet, BUT if you’re in the process of treating SIBO, I recommend that people abstain from sugar and starches like bread and pasta (even gluten free) because it will feed the bacterias and yeasts that you are trying to get a handle on. This is especially important if you are taking antibiotics because if you kill all the bacteria and over feed your yeasts with starch and sugar, they will grow out of control and make your imbalance worse. Stick to a moderate amount of quinoa and gold potatoes ( both are less starchy) and a small amount of white rice until your symptoms improve. Best of luck on your digestive journey!!

Thank you!!

I’m not a vegetarian anymore but I agree. I was one for 7 years because I read that it would lessen my chances of getting colon cancer (which runs in my family). Grit and Groceries is a great resource for me, but it’s weird that she couldn’t acknowledge the many reasons why people would abstain from meat - including health, ethical, environmental, and religious.

May I ask why you decided to start eating meat again?

@@gritandgroceries honestly I started eating it again because I just missed it. I enjoy meat, but for the most part shop local and mostly consume eggs and fish. Despite this I still understand the many reasons that would drive someone to abstain from animal products, and I choose to respect their dietary choices.

I'm also someone who follows your channel and follows a plant-based diet. I will still eat meat if for example it is being served, but I personally don't really cook it for the environmental reasons. I feel much more comfortable eating plant-based.

exactly, she didn't even bring that up she just acted all surprised Abbey wouldn't want to eat a lot of animal products

I have a couple more reaction vids to low FODMAP what I eat in a day videos coming up. I’m not an expert on either keto or carnivore, but when I’m trying to lose weight, I definitely prioritize protein and make sure to include fat to keep me satiated and mostly have that over a bed of leafy greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, etc. If you have digestive problems I’d be careful with the cauliflower - it can be really hard to digest and can cause bloating. Best of luck!

Hi Angela, I’ve actually never heard of that book. People with ibs need to be careful with fiber because fiber is inherently hard to digest and we have delicate systems, but I do think veggies are an important component of a healthy diet. The key is finding which veggies your body likes. For example, my body loves leafy greens like spinach, arugula and kale - but I can never eat kale raw, it’s just too fibrous and difficult for my body to digest. Same thing with peppers and broccoli and carrots. So while I do think fiber is important, it’s more important to consume fibers that work with your body instead of against it, especially for people with ibs. You can totally eat a lot of plants on this diet, you just have to be very selective. In addition to cooking, fermentation is another great technique that humans developed to help unlock the nutrients in fibrous veggies and make them easier to digest.

Hi! I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve been having such a rough time, but I was in a similar situation and was able to turn my health/life completely around! With your history of digestive issues and irritated immune system, I’m betting that you probably have some undiagnosed food allergies/chemical sensitivities. That was my issue and the elimination/reintroduction process of the low FODMAP diet helped me to realize that and pin point my triggers. Once I was able to remove the foods/chemicals (processed food) that were triggering my immune system, my digestion improved, hormonal/autoimmune issues cleared, chronic pain went away. It was absolutely miraculous! (I was practically bed ridden for 6 years and couldn’t work) I also had a really bad case of thrush at one point, so it’s very similar, and honestly, I see then pattern with people over and over again. Changing your diet will help. Because of the candida, you will def need to cut out starches and sugars for a bit until your dybiosis is cleared, but you can totally do this! It will take a lot of discipline, but just remember, nothing tastes as good as healthy feels. You got this!! I’ve also got a few slots available for coaching if you’d like a more one-on-one help. DM on Instagram if you’re interested in booking a session.😊

Hi! I’m so sorry for the late reply. You can start the elimination phase and the antibiotics together, but I would wait a couple of weeks after your course of antibiotics are done before starting reintroductions so that you can build back up your microbiome after wiping it out with treatment. The most important thing while you’re taking antibiotics is to not eat starch, sugar, or anything fermented because it can cause a yeast/fungal overgrowth in the digestive tract, because the bacterias are being wiped out and there’s extra room for the yeast/fungus to grow and take over, especially if you’re eating starch and sugar, which is what they eat. It is an absolute pet peeve of mine that docs don’t tell people this when they put them on antibiotics for sibo. I know mine didn’t and I had to figure it out that hard way. Luckily it is fixable if you do get an overgrowth - just cut out starch, sugar and fermented foods for 2-4 weeks and starve it out. I had a particularly bad case and had to do it for about 3 months, but again, it is totally fixable.☺️

Hi Haley! Oh, man… that’s sucks I’m so sorry, but thank you so much for sharing your experience. And thank you so much for watching!

Hahahahahaha I know, right!? I honestly think she half-assed it to sell fody products. I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling with SIBO right now, and while I don’t have a video specifically on that topic yet, I do have a low FODMAP diet explained video and a video with my top 10 tips for ibs that you may find helpful (I think it’s on the bone broth video). Best of luck!!

I’ve taken digestive enzymes in the past when I was having a really hard time with my digestion, but I wouldn’t recommend beano - it only has one enzyme and it contains mannitol which is a fodmap (polyol). Look for a digestive enzyme blend that contains things like: cellulase, protease, lactase, amylase, papain, bromelian - things like that. BUT be careful and do not use these long term - you want to get out of the mindset of masking symptoms so that you can eat whatever, and use those symptoms to guide you away from the foods that are working against you.

@@gritandgroceriesyou are correct, BEANO is probably not meant to be taken long term. I am vegan and I did the FODMAT elimination diet and I can't seem to handle even moderate amount of high or medium FORMAT food. With no meat,fish or legumes, it's hard to get adequate protein. And if I can only tolerate fruits and vegetables that have almost no FODMATS, then I am missing out a lot of important vitamins, minerals and fiber. A low FODMAT vegan diet is not very healthy. I can't even eat a small apple, or a cup of broccoli. The BEANO is not masking what I can't tolerate, I know what foods I can handle, it's just that the BEANO helps so much that it enabled me to eat a healthy vegan diet with an assortment of healthy food. Without the Beano, the only kind of dinner I can eat is tofu, cooked carrots, white potatoes and an orange. I can't even eat a small sweet potato or a tablespoon of peanut butter. I don't know if I need the other enzymes you mentioned, the one in BEANO does the trick for me. Even if there is a high FODMAT ingredient in BEANO,it might be a reasonable trade off. I haven't read anything that says it is dangerous to take long term. Maybe it's time to stop guessing and see a gastroenterologist.

Hi Jimmie! My rules are a bit more detailed/restrictive than the low FODMAP diet because it’s only one component of maintaining overall digestive health. Download the Monash FODMAP app for a list of foods with serving sizes. Coffee/caffeine is a gut irritant, but not a FODMAP, that’s why your list says it’s okay. If you’re gonna go through this whole process, you should cut out coffee too, at least at first. Same thing with sugar, it cultivates the wrong bacteria in your microbiome and is generally inflammatory - it is low FODMAP but it’s not good for your digestive health. Check out my Low Fodmap Diet explained video for more details. Thank you so much for or the comment, I hope this was helpful, and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!

@Grit and Groceries thank you. I appreciate your help. You cleared up the confusion for me. I love your video's and can't wait to try your recipes. I will definitely look into the app.

The cow IS sacred! It’s a gift, you gotta eat it!

Hi! Thank you for watching and for the comment. I struggled with all of those conditions too for about 10 years. CFS was the worst! The low FODMAP diet led me to discover that I had some undiagnosed food allergies that I developed from having chronic digestion problems. Once I removed the allergens from my diet (garlic and wheat are the worst for me) the chronic inflammation in my body started to subside, after a few months my immune system calmed down and a few months after that the pain was gone! It was miraculous! Especially since all my docs said there was nothing I could do about it. 5 years later I’m off all the drugs and feeling better than ever! I tell you this because I want you to have hope and not give up, and to empower you to make changes that will improve your life. YOU CAN DO IT! I’m rooting for you.❤️

Hey Janet! Thanks! I love Becky Excel’s channel, she helped me a lot when I was first going through my low FODMAP journey. I think she might be the only other creator on YT committed to low FODMAP recipes. She inspired me to create my channel bc there wasn’t anyone in America doing it. So I have a lot of love for her. I think her gf baking is really where she shines, but I personally don’t like to eat a lot of baked goods. I think you can TOTALLY low FODMAP-ify southern recipes! I’m not too familiar with southern cooking, and you might want to make things a little bit less rich and baked or sautéed instead of fried, and it will take some time and effort to figure out, but you can do it!! You could totally do a jambalaya, collard greens, green beans and ham hock, cornbread… I’d love to see what you come up with! Tag me on IG so I can see! Best of luck!

@@gritandgroceries I LOVE Becky also. She is the queen of FODMAP! She is definitely an inspiration to all of us FODMAP'ers!! :) She made it her "calling" to research and share info with the world on YT! Thanks for the quick response above!

I love her. I bought her how to make everything gluten free cook book recently very excited about trying it out 👍

Hi Keira, thanks for watching and subscribing! My husband says I sound like a total valley girl sometimes, but I’m glad it’s not off putting. Lol I hope my videos help you and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!

Hello. Yeah, if your wife is celiac, she’s got to get gluten out of her diet. That will help to reduce the inflammatory load on her body from having a constant immune reaction. There’s also good chance that she has developed other food allergies because a sustained gluten reaction causes leaky gut which causes food allergies. Once she is able to identify which foods are causing her problems and eliminate them through an elimination diet, her gut can begin to heal, but it takes a while for the body to build up those tissues. It took me about 2 years (after being sick for 10) once I removed the allergens. I wish her the best of luck on her digestive journey, just make sure to watch out for hidden form of gluten like malt extract and soy sauce, things like that.☺️

Hmmm. Thanks! You too! I know nothing about mastitis and hopefully never will.🤞🏻

Hi Vicky! You start in phase 1 - elimination. Check out this video for a more in-depth explanation. Good luck, you got this! The Low FODMAP Diet Explained | How FODMAPs Cause IBS | Grit and Groceries kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bJaRaZNp3sC6ZGg.html

Hi Viktoria! I do find that I am okay with naturally lactose free dairy products like hard cheeses, heavy cream, and butter. Other products that are marketed as lactose free like lactaid milk and yogurt and other soft cheeses like cottage cheese, I typically don’t do as well with, but we’re all different which is why it’s so important to keep a food journal and run a full elimination/reintroduction diet. If you’d like a more in depth explanation, you should check out my Low FODMAP Diet Explained video.😉 I’m glad you’re prepare to increase your intake of animal protein, your body will need it to repair your gut lining which is usually damaged in people with ibs. If you find it difficult to digest meat, try taking a digestive enzyme that contains protease, bromelian and papain. You can also consume eggs, bone broth and collagen supplements too! I hope this has been helpful and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!!

@@gritandgroceries Thank You for your reply, i have already added that video to my watch list. So i will check it out tomorrow. One of the reasons Why i feel i rely a lot on dairy products is also Because i suspect eggs as one of the sources for my digestive problems, since i added it back into my diet a few months ago. I have cut eggs out of my diet a few times over the years due to noticing more difficulties when eating it, which sucks since eggs Are good and packed with nutrients! But ultimately both excited and nervous to figure out which foods agree with me after these 6 weeks.

I’m excited for you!! I hope everything is going well. Just remember that nothing tastes as good as healthy feels.❤️

Hi! I don’t have any issue with people eating nuts how they are nature, but when they are turned into something they’re not by big food it ceases to be food. Same thing with coconuts, super processed in a gross factory, and they add a bunch of emulsifiers to it hold it together because it’s not natural. Also the emulsifiers and preservatives destroy your microbiome and gut lining which cause a cascade of negative health affects. If people want milk, they should drink raw whole milk as nature intended. It is nutritionally superior. If you’re lactose intolerant, like me, you can mix heavy cream and water - that’s what I used to do for my coffee. Lol

​@@gritandgroceries I use almond milk because I am also lactose intolerant, most dairy makes me really sick and additionally I just think cows milk tastes kind of gross lolz. I hear what you're saying but no milk is natural for us at any point except our mothers. ㄟ( ▔, ▔ )ㄏ I think it's a flawed argument that just because almond milk isn't "natural" that it can't be a healthy and viable option. Cows milk was never intended for anyone except baby cows, and almonds were probably not created to be milked lmao. It's super easy to create your own almond milk at home that tastes good and doesn't have any of the processed crap people are worried about. Drinking cows milk is perfectly fine and so is drinking almond milk in my opinion

@@gritandgroceries “raw whole milk as nature intended”? But it’s not natural for a human to drink milk from a cow 😂

Hi Erin! Caffeine tolerance is a very personal thing, and while I do agree that tea is easier on the gut than coffee, it still might be beneficial to cut it out temporarily. You could try it for a couple of weeks and then access how you feel. Maybe you notice that it actually does make a huge difference for your digestive health and would like to generally limit caffeine going forward, or maybe you discover it doesn’t make a huge difference for you personally. The key is to try it, collect the data, make an honest and open minded assessment, and decide for yourself what is right for YOUR body. That’s what I’m trying to empower people to do with their health. Thank you for the question/comment and thank you for watching! I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!!❤️

No wheat, duh. She is not even trying

@@user-wt6dl2iu4t what does wheat have to do with my question?

I know, right!?! I think it’s 3 main reasons - 1. People don’t think it will work. 2. People are lazy and undisciplined. 3. People are literally addicted to processed food. If you’re concerned about nutrient deficiencies, you can log your meals into a free app called chronometer and see what you’re actually getting from your diet and what nutrients you are missing.😉 I think it’s fine to not be getting all the nutrients you need when you’re in the elimination phase because it’s temporary. You want to make sure you’re getting all your nutrients once you get into the long term maintenance phase. If you’re still eating all the colors of the rainbow and all 3 macro categories: protein/fats/carbs which you can and should on this diet, you should be fine and still be getting all your vitamins and minerals.😊

Exactly! Even in the strict fase of low FODMAP diet, there are still plenty of fruit and vegetables you can eat to get to get your citamins and minerals, you can eat all kinds of meat, fish and eggs to get your fats and proteins (though if you are vegan, i can understand it being a struggle to get enough protein on a low FODMAP diet), and you can get enough carbohydrates through rice, potatoes, and low FODMAP grains such as oats. If you cook all your meals from scratch, it is not even that hard to follow, as long as you are careful about spices and premade sauces and condiments

For real, she recommends still eating garbage like pop tarts. lol

Thanks!☺️

What is Brittany’s channel called? I haven't been able to find more videos. Anne

Thanks! Wishing you the best of luck on your digestive journey!❤️

I honestly don’t know what she was doing.🫣 But I don’t think she showed her garlic and onion reintroductions and I was really disappointed.

I’m not sure about the low FODMAP serving size of fennel, but I think 2/3-3/4 of a cup of zucchini is low fodmap, but YES she is combining way too many FODMAP containing veggies, and just a lot of hard to digest veggies in general. I think that’s why she had such a rough time on the diet and didn’t get the greatest results.

It's well deserved though. Abby is half-assing it just for some content

I snarled!?🤣 It’s true, I was pissed that she made a mockery of this diet when really can be so helpful.

@@gritandgroceries I meant to say "sneered" 🤣🤣🤣 fmllllll I did end up watching the entire thing but I forgot to update my response to the other commenter on this thread. There are a plethora of KZfaqrs who drag other KZfaqrs through the mud for views so when you came out of the gate so angry I assumed that this was another one of that genre. It was my bad for not giving you a fair shot first so I actually do apologize for that one. Also, I'll amend the "snarled" comment 🤣🤣🤣 fml! The update: There are some very valid points about Abby's video. This channel has a lot of informative (and much less angry 🤣) videos which are great as well ✌

Absolutely! The low FODMAP diet provides a framework to help you figure out your individual ibs triggers. Check out my low FODMAP diet explained video for more info. Best of luck on your digestive journey!

Thanks for the rec! Personally, I feel like my body needs meat/animal products, and that I would not have been able to heal my body the way I did without animal protein, BUT I do still very much value plants and the fiber they provide. I do also agree you have be careful with them and the process of increasing the fiber in the diet, which can backfire for a lot of people with ibs, because of the lack of diversity in the microbiome. This is another reason I think it’s important to consume fermented foods. I’ve been working on my pickling skills, and hopefully I’ll be able to share that soon. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

I know, right!? I honestly think it was too sell the fody products.

ruff!

Hi, I’m sorry your suffering through a lot a pain. I was in a similar situation with severe period pain and IBS. My symptoms cleared up after I did these steps: 1. No more dairy (not even lactose free). I found out I have a dairy allergy. Now I drink unsweetened almond milk, gluten-free oat milk, and unsweetened coconut milk. I make sure that the ingredients list is simple and doesn’t have ibs-triggering ingredients added to it. 2. No more gluten 3. Low sugar. A couple days before my period and the first 2 days of my period I do not eat any candy/ice cream/ sugary cereal. 4. Eat berries everyday. Berries are anti inflammatory. I have 1 cup of blueberries in the morning and 1 cup of strawberries in the afternoon, everyday. I put them in a smoothie (1 cup fruit, 1 cup nondairy milk, and vanilla extract). Sometimes I eat raspberries too. 4. No more soda. It has high fructose corn syrup and caffeine, which cause flare ups for me. Also, I followed this food list www.ibsdiets.org/fodmap-diet/fodmap-food-list/. It has a list of foods to eat/not eat and recommended serving sizes. I truly hope you feel better soon

I’m sorry you feel that way. I really have tried to break it down in a simple way that makes it doable for people because it is really helpful. I hope you’ll try some of the recipes on my channel - I feel like the are fairly easy to make and delicious so that you don’t feel deprived, which I know can be difficult for people.

I do realize this. It happened to my sister, which is why I always say in my videos that you HAVE TO do your reintroductions.

Awww me too! Dude, I felt the same way, which is why I had to make this vid. Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! That’s awesome that you have a good handle on your triggers, and hopefully my recipes will provide you with some inspo to mix it up in the kitchen.😃

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Hi MollyAnn! Thank you so much for sharing your story! I agree that most people don’t find success on this diet because they give up, especially when the world is telling them it’s so hard, like the woman in this video, which is why I was so irritated. Lol. I was also so sick that making a drastic change was not difficult if it meant that I would be healthy and feel better. Unfortunately I think most people have felt so bad for so long that they don’t even really understand that they would feel better if they changed their diet. That’s sucks to hear that the dietician you went to wasn’t helpful - I experienced the same thing (before I became a nutritionist), but after some research and practice it really isn’t that complicated and I’m so glad to hear that’s been your experience as well. I really do believe this diet can help people changes their lives like it has for the both of us, which is why I started this channel to share my recipes. And while I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been dealing with a separate health issue lately, I’m glad your doing better and ready to get back at it!! I will just say that after having ibs for such a long time, you might want to keep an eye out for random food allergies you may have developed over they years. I find that to be pretty common for people with chronic ibs, but with your food journal and symptom tracking, you should be able to pinpoint any thing else that might be ailing you. IM SO HAPPY FOR YOU! Keep up the great work!!❤️

@@gritandgroceries Thank you for your comments. I will keep up the diet and would love to see more of your recipes. Great job :)

We can!! We can have 3/4 of a cup of broccoli in one sitting, which is plenty!

For sure - nothing tastes as good as healthy feels! Especially not cauliflower. Lol. Girrrl I had no idea stating that humans are omnivores would be so controversial - lol thanks for your comment and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!

Yeah, I kinda got that vibe too. Poor thing. I’m so grateful that after all my issues with food I never developed a disorder like orthorexia or anything like that.

Ha! Thanks!

🤣🤣 love this comment! Her video really got under my skin and I had to say something.

For sure! You got this! Thanks for watching and I wish you the best of luck on your digestive journey!

I feel like people watched her video and thought, “oh man… if this was hard for a Registered Dietician, it’s definitely going to be too hard for me. I’m not even going to try it.” I’m trying to prove that this diet is not as difficult as she made it out to be and that people should still try it instead of being discouraged.

Judgement is a necessary component of life. It's also not incompatible with kindness. Judgement is the natural outcome of discernment. Your admonishment to the creator of the video makes no sense and also doesn't contribute to the discussion. edit: after watching several of Abbey's videos, your comment makes even less sense. Abbey LOVES to judge what others eat and their lifestyles. It seems to be the bulk of her channel. Why in the world would anyone be concerned with being kind and judgement neutral to Abbey Sharpe?

Have you ever watched one of Abbey’s videos? She does nothing but judge others, this video is just karma lol

lol. I get the most annoyed when she recommends things that are clearly bad for you, like pop tarts and fast food.🙄

OR… only what she needs to know to sell people those Fody products…🤷🏻‍♀️ Thanks for watching!!

I know, right!?! That’s why I felt compelled to say something!