Does the stomach ever get accustomed to eating a plant-based diet and no longer have GI distress? I am afraid of getting bloated and windy (gassy). I have IBS. Thanks! ~Dolores Hi Dolores! I am sorry to hear that you have IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and have been experiencing intestinal irritation. Yes, I can […]
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Ask Grettie: How To Make Any Recipe Gluten Free
I have lots of vegan bread recipes that call for whole wheat flour, but I don’t bake with gluten. Is there a formula for adding xanthan gum to gluten free flours, ie…teaspoon for every cup of flour, etc.? ~ Sirica Hi Sirica, Yes, there is a formula for adding xanthan gum to recipes. The amount […]
Ask Grettie – Natural Remedies For Ulcers
Dear Grettie- I have an ulcer. What can I do naturally to help it heal and what can I do in the future to avoid its return? -Andy I am sorry to hear that you have been suffering with an ulcer as I hear they can be extremely painful! Unfortunately you are not alone as […]
How To Throw a Vegan Tea Party
I am hosting a tea party and one of the guests is vegan. Can you recommend some vegan recipes (I will be serving mint tea and English breakfast tea)? My vegan cookbook only has recipes for fruit crisps and nut balls. Not very inspiring!!! ~ Kristie Hi Kristie! It can be very intimidating to […]
Ask Grettie – Vegans and Protein
How much protein does a vegan person need daily? Is animal protein superior to plant-based protein? ~ Gail This is definitely the question I get asked most. When eating a varied whole-food plant-based diet that is adequate in calories it is actually difficult to become protein deficient (i.e. spinach is 57% protein while […]