Does the 21 Day Tummy Diet Work
I am beyond excited.21 Day Tummy was featured on The Doctor's today How exciting is that?
Another opportunity for FODMAPs to get some well deserved attention.
I do want to explain something though…because there seems to be a little confusion around why I might have modified FODMAPs in a plan designed to lose weight.
The low FODMAP diet principle was included in the 21 Day Tummy primarily for one reason… to soothe and calm digestive symptoms such as gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation and IBS symptoms. You see, the 21 Day Tummy plan is NOT only a weight loss book but also one designed to minimize digestive woes! A 2 in 1 plan! And we all know that gas, bloating and IBS are VERY common. It is estimated that up to 1 in 5 people suffer with IBS! The book helps the reader identify their personal 'belly bullies' i.e. symptom triggers.
We learned the 21 Day Tummy plan was effective in managing GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux) in 2 of the 21 Tummy Diet testers (we put 12 people on the plan for 3 weeks). Two of the testers who suffer with reflux noted immediate improvement on the plan and during the diet were able to discontinue their acid reducing medications. This did not surprise me as there is a link with fructan (a source of FODMAPs) intake and GERD symptoms.
But could the low FODMAP diet also help with weight loss? Perhaps. The potential connection {NOT fully researched at this time} could be the microbes (gut flora) within our GI tract. Methane producing microbes are linked with higher body mass index (ie more methane producing microbes in the intestines are found in heavier individuals) and methane gas in the intestine not only causes constipation but microbes producing methane seem to be able to extract greater amounts of calories from the food we eat. Does the low FODMAP diet starve these methane producing microbes? We don't know for sure….yet. But there is some speculation that the low FODMAP diet helps individuals with constipation predominant IBS because of the potential impact on these 'bugs'…. starving the methane producing bugs means less methane, less constipation and just maybe better weight management. BUT…for now…this is speculation and a bit more time and research is needed.
Just remember21 Day Tummy is a plan designed for the person with digestive symptoms that also needs to lose weight BUT if you want to just enjoy the amazing recipes and learn more about gut bacteria, inflammation, belly fat and how that all connects to your health…I think it's a great read with excellent science for just about everyone!
And the great news…is that there is a sequel to the 21 Day Tummy. Yup! A cookbook jam packed with the most amazing recipes. Here it is!
And good news? I have two to give a way! Just leave a comment on this post for a chance to win! The recipes are:
- Low FODMAP
- Full of real foods
- Magnesium rich ( a nutrient most of us fall short on) that plays a role in nerve transmission and muscle contractions
- Sources of low FODMAP fiber
- Quick to make
- Super yummy
So…here's a snap shot of a few recipes for the cookbook to get your mouth watering! Not the best pictures as I took a picture of a picture with my iPhone! 🙂
Blueberry Corn Muffins
Poached Eggs and Grits!
Ya'll will love this recipe. I fell in love with grits in college at Emory U in Atlanta! MMMMmmm..
Blueberry Shortcakes…..
And more good news! Leave a comment about why you are interested in reading the 21 Day Tummy and I will enter you in a chance to win a book!
So…share your thoughts and I will share some books!
…and if you are already a 21 Day Tummy reader feel free to share your experiences.
Does the 21 Day Tummy Diet Work
Source: https://blog.katescarlata.com/2014/01/28/21-day-tummy-give-way-cookbook-book/
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