grains

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In a message dated 8/9/02 9:25:37 PM, writes:

>Whammo, gas/bloating comes right back. I'm

>> thinking wheat may be a problem for me. So anyway, I got back on the

>wagon

>> and I haven't had any grains since. I feel more grounded now.

A lot of people have trouble with grains --not only gastrointestinal

disorders but problems with mood and autoimmune disorders. As part of a low

carb WOE I found that my old gastric reflux is gone. When you realize that we

evolved eating very few grains until the agricultural revolution -- the lack

of grinding stones in the stone age makes a definite statement -- they never

had enough to bother -- it's no wonder that grains might be problematic. I

use almond flour for 'baking' needs. The grain and carb issue are not one and

the same -- but for those who have developed any degree of insulin

resistance, carbohydrates in too great a quanity can be problematic. Quick

and dirty way to know if you have insulin resistance -- are your

triglycerides above 150, is your HDL lowish (below 50 for a woman); do you

carry weight at the waist line??

Namaste, Liz

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