My stomach just won't tolerate the "right" foods...
So, I have been doing WW. Going well. I need to loose at least 50 pounds...have to do it. I am actually having a hard time eating all my points (breastfeeding mama). I am really trying to eat healthier, as well as lose weight.
My problem is that I have never had an easy time digesting rough stuff (whole grains, veggies, beans are out of the questions, etc.). I have a very stress filled life -- two special needs kids and one very active toddler and am constantly sleep deprived. That just adds to my stomachs inability to digest (I think it is exhausted also).
If I push it and eat to "healthy", especially at night (but really all day), I end up with stomach problems (sometimes worse than others but really unpleasant).
I don't really want to eat any carbs late, I want to be able to eat vegetables but I simply can't.
Any suggestions?
Raquel
(Getting more sleep is not an option. I love my kids but this is my life.)
Asparagus is very easy on my stomach. How about a big, green leafy salad? Maybe cottage cheese and a chopped up apple and some nuts. When you say "rough stuff," I am not sure I know exactly what you mean. How is dairy for you? How about omelets?
It could be your stress. Have you ever thought about seeing a doctor about it? Because not being able to digest vegetables (or feel crappy after eating them) isn't good, because vegetables are and have to be a staple of our diets.
but honestly, my best advice would be to see a doctor. A constant upset stomach could be a sign of hypo- or hyperthyroidism (as happened with me). And my medication has been adjusted and everything is good.
I agree with the posters who've said you need to see a doctor. Not being able to digest that many things is not a sign of a normal, healthy digestive system. You could have an ulcer, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitus (although you're kinda young for that), food allergies...the list is long and prominent!
The healthier foods that you say you cannot digest are what you SHOULD be eating, which indicates that there is a disorder of some sort going on. I am echoing the advice of others who said to get to the doctor. Vegetables, whole grains, etc. are normal foods that your body should thrive on.
I have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), and I always thought I had to ride the middle of the road in foods (too "healthy" and I had troubles, too fatty and I had problems).
I found that my problem was in trying to make drastic changes in my diet. Even without IBS, a sudden increase in fiber can cause digestive issues. The secret lies in making changes more gradually. Add only one or two servings of fruit and veggies to your normal diet (or less, if you need to), and add another after 5 to 7 days (or let your discomfort determine when you try to add more, and if you have to add even more gradually, that's ok, too).
My stomach just won't tolerate the "right" foods...
