Lentils

[letsgetlosing]

Im not pretty convinced I have an intolerance to lentils
Since startig Green, Ive used lentils in many cases as a meat substitute. I dont eat masses but I certainly eat more than I did before.
Over the last few days Ive been monitoring it and its defo the lentils.
Such a shame,as I have some great recipes for them! BOOOOO!

 

[missfortissimo]

What are your symptoms? If it's being bloated and gassy then that should be normal.

 

[letsgetlosing]

Yes the bloating and gas are normal.
My symptoms ahave been very sharp stomach pain about 20 minutes after eating. Followed by the gas. Followed by a few hours of feeling that I need to go to the toilet immediatly!

If i could have something with the lentils that could conteract it, I would, as I love lentils!

 

[missfortissimo]

Ouch, that is no fun! I wonder if there is a supplement you can take. That's really too bad. I have a similar problem with avocados, they make me quite ill but I like them (especially guacamole )!

 

[letsgetlosing]

I know! So annoying as i really do love lentils, especially my home made lentil soup!
Oh well, its not very pleasant to experience so will give them up.

 

[ermintrude]

Before you give them up totally have you tried something like Deflatine? That helps spread the gases out that causes the discomfort. I have trouble with chickpeas So I dont eat them when Im going to be in public

 

[Claracluck9]

Fennel tea might help

 

[letsgetlosing]

like the idea of fennel tea...will get some the moro

 

[Claracluck9]

like the idea of fennel tea...will get some the moro

It's yummy and helps trapped wind etc (think same thing in gripe water!)