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diet
*MermaidMom* asked:


I was just diagnosed today with gastroparesis and would like to see what diet would be best for me. If you have any adivce, suggestions or recipes that would be great!

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As our culture changes we can’t ignore glaring problems that are around us. One of the most noticeable problems is the fact that obesity has become something that is more common than not. A second problem that relates to obesity is impatience on the part of most people. I know you wouldn’t think it, but these are two issues are connected. With our hectic and often times fast lifestyles, we expect most things to happen for us quickly. This is the same way that we look at losing a couple of extra pounds. That doesn’t mean, however, that fast weight loss is not possible. Let’s face it, we are not going to see instant or over night results.

Of the problems associated with fast weight loss, the expectancy to see results in a few days time is at the top of the list. This can be attributed to the tv and radio ads that we are constantly bombarded with claiming obscene results in a short period of time. Yes, you may be able to lose five or six pounds in just a couple of days but it may not actually show up on your body that quickly. The main thing for you to do is not to be discouraged whenever you take on one of these fast weight loss programs. If you work them consistently, they will work well for you.If you stick to them they will pay off.

A great way to stick to a fast weight loss regimen is to hook up with a glycemic diet. If you don’t know what the glycemic index is, it’s just an indicator of how well your body releases a certain carbohydrate into your system. The faster sugar is released into your body, the greater effect insulin will have on you. If you eat carbohydrates that are low on the glycemic index, the sugar will be released slowly into your system. It will then be able to be used up by your insulin, just as it was meant to be. None of the sugar will be stored as fat in your body because it will all be used for energy.

Taking this into account, it is not a good idea to try and live off carb’s alone. You also need to incorporate proteins such as fish, chicken or beef into your diet. And finally, legumes such as lentils and black beans need to be eaten with every meal as well. This addition will enable your body to grow and keep going strong as the day progresses. If you eat this way at every meal, you would be surprised with exactly how fast the weight will come off of you. This fast weight loss method works well and can be used as an ongoing diet plan for the rest of your life.

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