Foster Nutrition

09/10/2024

Interesting info on gluten and low FODMAPs. I’ve seen similar results with clients. While there is some symptom improvement by removing gluten, it’s often other high FODMAP foods that are contributing to GI discomfort.

“While some patients do truly have a gluten-specific sensitivity, there’s a good chance it’s not actually the gluten that’s the issue. In an Italian study of nearly 400 patients complaining of symptoms related to gluten intake, the vast majority — 86 percent — did not experience any symptom improvement with a gluten-free diet.
Instead, I often advise a trial of a low FODMAP diet, particularly for those with irritable bowel syndrome. FODMAPs are a group of fermentable carbohydrates found in wheat and many other foods that are notorious for gastrointestinal distress.”

Examples of FODMAPs include:

Onions and garlic
Fruits such as apples and pears
Lactose-containing foods like soft cheeses and milk
Nuts such as cashews and pistachios

Many of my patients report symptoms after eating gluten. But the trigger is often a larger group of foods known as fermentable carbohydrates, or FODMAPs.

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween to all! 🎃👻💀Just a friendly reminder to eat plenty of protein, healthy fats, and fiber before consuming halloween candy today.
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This helps keep blood sugar stable so you can feel your best. 😊 EnJoy!
Image credit: the Heirloom Gardener—John Forti ❤️🙏🏽

09/28/2023

Is it just me or does anybody else get excited when they see new produce they’ve never cooked with before? 🤓👩🏽‍🍳 Can’t wait to experiment with these. I might throw them into an autumn soup. I’m thinking butternut squash stew. 🤔🍲 Would love to hear your suggestions if you have them! 🍁🍯💕 🌵

09/20/2023

No matter the situation or circumstances returning to the breath always helps.

12/21/2022

Happy holidays! 🎊☃️🎄🕎🎁
Just a friendly reminder that whatever you eat during the holidays is your (and ONLY your) business—unless YOU ask for someone else’s input. If you’d like tips on how to respond to unsolicited comments, questions, or advice then check out this article. Stay safe and warm out there and happy eating! 😋

Prepare yourself in advance of party season with these tips and scripts.

12/02/2022

Mmmmushrooms…🍄🍄🍄 Eat a variety of mushrooms especially during the cold/flu season to strengthen your immune system! 💪🏽

Sara Sandhya Jacobs, MScN, NTP shared a post on Instagram: "Mushrooms. 🍄 One of my very favorite things to do in the kitchen is sauté mushrooms with butter, a splash of white wine, fresh thyme, and s&p. The smell is overwhelmingly inviting and pleasurable. They can stand alone as a side dish or ...

10/09/2021

This salmon chowder makes a lovely companion to a brisk Autumn day. 🍁🍄🍂 We added purple potatoes for color and of course. If there’s a purple or purplish veggie or fruit available at the market I’m reaching for it. 💜

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05/24/2021

Wishing you all a peaceful week. ✨🙏🏽✨☮️🕊Remember to set aside time for self care and relaxation this week as it is VITAL to our health and well-being. It could be as simple as pausing for a brief meditation or walk during the workday. It’s easy to get caught up in the busy-ness and the to-do lists, because it feels like the tasks and responsibilities never end. It’s important that we take a time out to “just be” with ourselves. I promise you the to-do lists can wait. We are human beings not human doings. ☺️ What would it be like if we started to-be lists?! What would be on your list? I’ll go first—Be in Nature. 🌿💚🌿

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