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<blockquote data-quote="susiestar" data-source="post: 507175" data-attributes="member: 1233"><p>Some of those bars are really good. We usually buy the Zone or Balance brand. PLEASE do not assume that because they are sold as nutrition bars that they are healthy. Most Clif bars have so little protein and so much sugar as to be as bad as a candy bar. At least they were the last time I saw them. Zone and Balance both try to stay at the 40/30/30 carb/fat/protein ratio. This really does make a HUGE difference if you can keep meals and snacks in those guidelines. Your mind is clear and sharp, you have a LOT more energy, and generally you just feel great - and you get this in just a couple of weeks. It is a healthy balance and one you can have on ANY dietary restrictions - even gluten-free, casein-free. You can gain weight if needed on this. </p><p></p><p>For the stomach cramps, the rx medications I suggested are good and so is adding fiber. Use ONLY psyllium fiber. They sell this in capsules or tablets and you need to drink 6-8 oz liquid with each dose. I prefer the capsules. There is a walmart brand and it isn't expensive - certainly no where NEAR benefiber, etc... Psyllium is the type of fiber that does NOT ferment in your gut and cause a lot of gas. The other types ALL do this. More gas is the last thing a cramping, unhappy gut needs. Fiber will add bulk and dry out things if he has diarrhea and it will add bulk and pull water to the stool if he is constipated. It is the only thing that will deal with both ends of the spectrum and everything in between. </p><p></p><p>He also may benefit from taking gas-x. Walmart sells it in little gelcaps that are inexpensive and it is super helpful with cramps too. Here they are 72 for about $4. The docs have had both J and I taking 2 of them 3x per day. The medication in these is NOT absorbed by your body. It goes in, deflates the bubbles of gas to make a big bubble and then you can expel it easily. I haven't looked at the package directions, but you can take it by the directions for a long time with no ill effects. I didn't read them because the docs (different one fore ach of us with this issue) gave us instructions.</p><p></p><p>He needs to add veggies and fruits, but not all of them right now. He should AVOID cruciferous veggies like broccoli and cauliflower, also green/red/orange bell peppers, cabbage, etc... These all cause gas and can end up giving him more cramps. Beano WILL help if he can tolerate it. </p><p></p><p>I hope you figure out what is wrong. I am glad he is eating protein.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="susiestar, post: 507175, member: 1233"] Some of those bars are really good. We usually buy the Zone or Balance brand. PLEASE do not assume that because they are sold as nutrition bars that they are healthy. Most Clif bars have so little protein and so much sugar as to be as bad as a candy bar. At least they were the last time I saw them. Zone and Balance both try to stay at the 40/30/30 carb/fat/protein ratio. This really does make a HUGE difference if you can keep meals and snacks in those guidelines. Your mind is clear and sharp, you have a LOT more energy, and generally you just feel great - and you get this in just a couple of weeks. It is a healthy balance and one you can have on ANY dietary restrictions - even gluten-free, casein-free. You can gain weight if needed on this. For the stomach cramps, the rx medications I suggested are good and so is adding fiber. Use ONLY psyllium fiber. They sell this in capsules or tablets and you need to drink 6-8 oz liquid with each dose. I prefer the capsules. There is a walmart brand and it isn't expensive - certainly no where NEAR benefiber, etc... Psyllium is the type of fiber that does NOT ferment in your gut and cause a lot of gas. The other types ALL do this. More gas is the last thing a cramping, unhappy gut needs. Fiber will add bulk and dry out things if he has diarrhea and it will add bulk and pull water to the stool if he is constipated. It is the only thing that will deal with both ends of the spectrum and everything in between. He also may benefit from taking gas-x. Walmart sells it in little gelcaps that are inexpensive and it is super helpful with cramps too. Here they are 72 for about $4. The docs have had both J and I taking 2 of them 3x per day. The medication in these is NOT absorbed by your body. It goes in, deflates the bubbles of gas to make a big bubble and then you can expel it easily. I haven't looked at the package directions, but you can take it by the directions for a long time with no ill effects. I didn't read them because the docs (different one fore ach of us with this issue) gave us instructions. He needs to add veggies and fruits, but not all of them right now. He should AVOID cruciferous veggies like broccoli and cauliflower, also green/red/orange bell peppers, cabbage, etc... These all cause gas and can end up giving him more cramps. Beano WILL help if he can tolerate it. I hope you figure out what is wrong. I am glad he is eating protein. [/QUOTE]
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