- food sensitivities
- IBS
- acne-like skin problems
- mood disorders
- severe bloating
- chronic pain issues and fatigue
I have also ordered Dr. Axe`s LGS supplement blend and will report on that later. You can find out more about leaky gut and Dr. Axe here.
Shopping list to get started on this diet:
- xanthum gum (16.95)
- ground flaxseed (10.20)
- amaranth (10.85)
- sesame seeds (3.39)
- brown rice flour
- organic coconut milk (4.55)
- psyllium husks (13.75)
- grapeseed oil (5.99)
- large oats
- organic maple syrup (7.40)
- organic quinoa (14.29)
- potato starch (5.99)
- tapioca flour (5.99)
- canned pumpkin (4.99)
- rice crackers (3.59)
- millet (4.70)
- sorghum flour (5.80)
Fortunately I have been able to find everything I need locally at either the IGA or the neighborhood pharmacy. With the products assembled, I am taking baby steps. This weekend I baked muffins (gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free) from the cookbook (below), with just the small variation of using fresh raspberries instead of applesauce - pretty tasty, good texture too. I also made the chicken skewers but turned it into a stir-fry (as I do not have a barbecue). For breakfast I have been making a protein smoothie (Vega, $22.75) with L-glutamine added ($16.95 - until my Dr. Axe product arrives, which is costing a cool $72.97 as I had to order from the US. I am considering switching to Sun Warrior next time, as I can get it from Upaya Naturals in Canada and it appears to me to be somewhat similar).
The bloating is not yet under control, but I have noted some small improvements, and as always it feels good to at least have a plan of action. I feel fortunate to be undertaking this treatment plan at a time in my life when I can afford the extra groceries, and will report here on how it goes...