Roonytunes 2006

[Roonytunes]

Updates:

1) I didn't end up going through the full-blown food sensitivity test this evening after all. After I got there, it just didn't seem as specific as I thought it would be. For example, I would be tested for "grains" and not oats, spelt, wheat individually. So I decided I didn't want to go through with it. Instead, we decided to work on my digestive system to see if we could deal with the bloating that way. It appears that there is still bacteria left over in my kidney and bladder from my kidney infection earlier this year. I got some supplements for that and will now take digestive enzymes with every meal as well as a probiotic and another supplement for Higher GI 3x a day. Let's see if this improves the bloat situation....

I did ask to get tested for artificial sweeteners while there though. My body doesn't like Splenda and has a much better reaction to Sweet N Low and Stevia - so I'm going to try to make that switch. Also, we tested for reaction to dairy, cheese & whey and I seem fine now to those. So I was pleased with that.

2) I will only get my new nutrition numbers next week. I've been told to add another small meal of protein + fat if I'm hungry till then, but it appears my food intake will indeed be increased next month. Yayyyy!

 

[jenscats5]

Good news!! Whoooo!

 

[ck2006]

It is good to know that you are getting everything worked out. Yahooooo for more food

 

[treilin]

Updates:

1) I didn't end up going through the full-blown food sensitivity test this evening after all. After I got there, it just didn't seem as specific as I thought it would be. For example, I would be tested for "grains" and not oats, spelt, wheat individually. So I decided I didn't want to go through with it. Instead, we decided to work on my digestive system to see if we could deal with the bloating that way. It appears that there is still bacteria left over in my kidney and bladder from my kidney infection earlier this year. I got some supplements for that and will now take digestive enzymes with every meal as well as a probiotic and another supplement for Higher GI 3x a day. Let's see if this improves the bloat situation....

I did ask to get tested for artificial sweeteners while there though. My body doesn't like Splenda and has a much better reaction to Sweet N Low and Stevia - so I'm going to try to make that switch. Also, we tested for reaction to dairy, cheese & whey and I seem fine now to those. So I was pleased with that.

2) I will only get my new nutrition numbers next week. I've been told to add another small meal of protein + fat if I'm hungry till then, but it appears my food intake will indeed be increased next month. Yayyyy!

Great news girlie!!!!! So splenda does it to you also!!! Hmmm

 

[Roonytunes]

Great news girlie!!!!! So splenda does it to you also!!! Hmmm

I hear splenda does it to a LOT of people. I'm stopping at Whole Foods at lunch to see what Stevia options they have and may also get honey or Agave.

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

More food! I am always stealing food ideas from your log anyway.

Interesting about the Splenda - What type of sweetner is in most of the 'sugar-free' stuff - Isn't that Splenda?

 

[FlyBrownChick]

After reading about your Splenda trials, I am giving the same test a try. I want to see if I'm affected by it at all. Stevia can have a pretty nasty aftertaste if you use too much, so use sparingly! It's pretty darn sweet, too.

YAY for more food!

Do you think you'll go out with your auction date again?

 

[treilin]

After reading about your Splenda trials, I am giving the same test a try. I want to see if I'm affected by it at all. Stevia can have a pretty nasty aftertaste if you use too much, so use sparingly! It's pretty darn sweet, too.

YAY for more food!

Do you think you'll go out with your auction date again?

Yep I have stevia get the same thing also!!

 

[Roonytunes]

Interesting about the Splenda - What type of sweetner is in most of the 'sugar-free' stuff - Isn't that Splenda?

Splenda is what is being touted right now as the best option for artificial sweetener. But Stevia on the other hand is not considered an artificial sweetener, but rather a naturally occuring herb. It's even in a completely different section in Whole Foods. I had to ask for it since it wasn't with all the rest of the sugary stuff - turned out to be in the natural herbs and supplements aisle. I already have Stevia packets at home and they are far more economical than the liquid (the plain was $12 and the flavored was a whoppin' $21.99, but I do like my morning coffee ).

I used a Stevia packet in my oatmeal concoction this morning and with everything else like the banana and almonds in there, I couldn't tell the difference. I find Stevia to be less sweet than Splenda, but I need to get used to it now. I find it interesting my body doesn't mind Sweet N Low, so at least when in a pinch, that's readily available.

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

Splenda is what is being touted right now as the best option for artificial sweetener. But Stevia on the other hand is not considered an artificial sweetener, but rather a naturally occuring herb. It's even in a completely different section in Whole Foods. I had to ask for it since it wasn't with all the rest of the sugary stuff - turned out to be in the natural herbs and supplements aisle. I already have Stevia packets at home and they are far more economical than the liquid (the plain was $12 and the flavored was a whoppin' $21.99, but I do like my morning coffee ).

I used a Stevia packet in my oatmeal concoction this morning and with everything else like the banana and almonds in there, I couldn't tell the difference. I find Stevia to be less sweet than Splenda, but I need to get used to it now. I find it interesting my body doesn't mind Sweet N Low, so at least when in a pinch, that's readily available.

Hi

I've only seen Stevia in the health food store (but I haven't looked for it in Wal-Mart, Shop-Rite or Hannford). I'm a Splenda girl but I do remember reading something about stevia users having a reduced appetite or something about craving sweets less. I am trying to find it somewhere, because it was almost being pitched as weight loss aide.... Interesting.