@@HDvids101 Meat doesn't prevent bloating dude. In high school, I ate an insane amount of meat and I was always bloated - I actually remember looking up on TH-cam at the time 'How to stop bloating' because it was so bad. I eat vegan starch based now and I hardly bloat.
I know this is old, but for anyone who comes across this I need to just say, Derek you literally fixed my decades of heartburn with this one video. I have been off medication for 3 years now and have been absolutely fine. I was suffering for so many years. THANK YOU
Many people hardly chew their food , I noticed this on a daily ... And you are right , digestion starts inside the mouth and it’s important to chew properly ..
I was bloated for soooo long, everyday, after going vegan. Then I just started drinking a sufficient amount of water (around 1.5-2.5L/day) and I’m allll good
Same, also I realized another reason I was gassy, the fake meats & not rinsing my canned beans did it. Also I still pre-soak my dried beans even using an IP, & it helps.
Please try digestive enzymes. I was so bloated, in pain, insane heartburn. It’s literally all gone after 2 days. Take one before each meal. Total game changer
Was able to fix my digestion after 10 years of embarrassing gas problems. I simply just drank more water than I thought was necessary everyday. Just drink a luxurious amount everyday. Gas is gone and am able to eat lactose freely! Hope this helps a few people.
My Chilean mother-in-law always grew a cedrón bush in her garden - otherwise known as lemon verbena. If you want to look after your tummy, just put four or five fresh leaves with boiled water poured over the top and let it steep. Drink it as fresh tea - beautiful, feel good straight away. You can make it as a cold tea infusion too - it looks beautiful in a big glass jug with ice served in summer. Just grow lemon verbena in your garden and at the end of summer pick all the leaves and dry them in paper bags in a dry place then once dried, store in glass jars to have lemon verbena all winter long. Cut the bush back a bit to keep it in good order. If you don't have a sunny spot for the bush in the garden, it will happily grow in a well lit, sunny spot in a pot (like mine - have had it for 30 years in 4 different houses). I think it works better than peppermint 😊
Chop that salad! I always chop my veggies as small as I can, layer it in beautiful, colorful layers and dress with fresh citrus juice (I squeeze orange or lemon wedges over my salad) and then chew it up! A chopped salad is so much easier to eat, you will eat more salad!
Hi Drrek, I'm 60yrs young now and as some of my friends are going vegan I find it very difficult to cook meals for them. While looking for recipes I found your channel and I love it so much that I have already tried some of your recipes for myself 😁. I just want to eat healthier more often and make better choices. Love your videos 💞
So I NEVER comment on anything, but my fiancé and I just started the vegan lifestyle two days ago and I LOVE your videos!!! Like I LOVE LOVE LOVE you’re energy and your personality in these videos! Thanks for the information and helpful tips!!
Thank you for these tips! FYI the reason canned beans are easier to digest is because the fermentable carbohydrates (in this case oligosaccharides) are water soluble, therefore a good deal of them are released into the water in the can. They should be drained and well-rinsed to further remove these fibers - this is especially helpful for people struggling with bloating, gas, IBS, etc. These fermentable sugars and fibers are known as Fermentable Oligosaccharides Disaccharides Monosaccharides and Polyols - aka FODMAPS.
I've been trying to figure out why I have so much indigestion lately- I haven't changed my diet all that much but now that I think of it- I've been super busy at work and working through my lunches at my desk trying to shovel food in my face to get it over with. I think I've found my issue....thanks for the reminder Derek
Fun fact; fir centuries people have prayed and gave thanks before every meal. This is an excellent way to get your body prepared and relaxed before eating.
Derek I just wanted to say that your previous video where you gave some tips for digestion really helped out a friend of mine who is Plant Based but not vegan! Love the content that helps many, this included
You've helped me more in this video than any professional doctor has. I had chronic IBS for almost a year and since I became vegan recently, I no longer suffer! Thanks Derek.
Derick thanks a lot man. Been on a vegan weight gain journey eating 3600 calories a day and I fixed my bloating by slowly adding beans and completely fixed my digestion by using lemons and apple cider. When I go below 3000 calories I’m fine. But as I increased I saw some minor problems. You helped me fix it 100%
My newborn had reflux. A doctor wanted to put him on medicine. I just fed him diluted apple cider vinegar with a dropper and he was cured in about a week. Never had a problem again....he's now 12!
I'd like to know what u have to say. Protein is so overhyped. In the begining vegans on yt were saying we don't need to focus on protein. Now it's popular to promote the processed protein powders which I won't do. Nor do I like tofu/tempeh and I do not eat nuts and seeds. Dr McDougall doesn't put emphasis on protein. But I do wonder what he'd recommend. Another note, I can tell when I need more protein, I crave eggs. But if I added a little more to my daily diet Id never crave eggs
Doing mindfulness meditation regularly really helped me keeps my digestion relaxed. I tend to hold a lot of tension and anxiety in that area of my body and the meditation helps it
I found from my experience when you turn the stress off, you get better digestion , that apparently because you're activating your Parasympathetic nervous system a.k.a. Rest & Digest system. 💗 🙂
@Cloud of Time Lol 😅 I swear I commented before I opened the vid, after I played the video I felt a little bit awkward. 😳 I actually came out with tha comment after going to doctor, when he told me that I should have a proper " Vagul Tune " in order to had a better digestion.
@J w Well, there's a lot of things and techniques you can do to overcome stress, like taking control of things, taking action, be aware of your strength point , and being aware of your present moment . Good luck 🍀 😊
@@Jw-un8oh You don't just turn stress off, its not a switch to do that but you can eliminate it by time. You don't have to be an entitled brad to live your life aware and actually take control of your life. Change your job, fight for your rights, your own individuality, dignity and life! Saying that you work shitty job and "accepting" that for a living is so wrong in many levels. Act drop your fears little step by time but do something about it.
These are all such great tips. #1 - relax - is SO important. I've learned on my own personal food/health journey that if I am anxious, I either lose my appetite or become nauseous and end up eating too little. I've also experienced the opposite, where stress can cause over-eating. Either way, it's so important to find that zen and be mindful and relaxed while eating, which also makes eating that much more enjoyable, being able to appreciate all the flavors and sensations of the food that nourishes me. 💗🧘🏻♀️ I would also add that posture while eating is very important. Eating while slouched or laying down (like snacking in bed) can cause some indigestion, for sure!
You mentioned that some people say that they have less bloating when they eat canned beans vs. home cooked beans. One trick to help with that is to cook beans for long enough, up to 3 hours depending on the bean and change water half way through the cooking time.
Newly vegan! I've had trouble with bloating/indigestion most of my life. I would suspect it has primarily been from eating heavier foods high in oil, sugar, and all kinds of things that just aren't good for ya! I love what you do with your food man! It's intelligent and looks like fun, which is inspiring to me as I begin this journey!
Excellent Video- One to add- As you age test and pay attention to what effects your system, everyone is unique and will slowly change as you age. This may seem like a obvious one, but something I had to learned on my own. Digestive problems were something I thought were normal until I fixed them, now ill never go back.
I was born with Hirschsprung disease and had intestine surgery at birth. Have lived with digestive issues for my whole life - bloating, gas, loose stools etc... Entirely cut out dairy, eggs, and processed meats from my diet a few months ago and have been feeling immensely better. I had significant improvements within the first week.
SO underappreciated! Down to earth, still easily covered by nutritional science. With the tips in this video, all those hyped "Do this to improve your digestion"-Videos out there (usually with random, unproven tips like bone-broth) can be ignored. Definitely make more like this!
Loved this video! It's always fascinating when you present knowledge that also shows up in the wisdom of the traditional plant-rich cuisines of the world. Thank you for helping us connect the dots in the nutrition puzzle, Derek!
THIS WAS SUPER HELPFUL!! I’ve been on a plant based diet for about a year now and I still have pretty bad bloating on some days. I’m always eating quick meals on the run so I think slowing down, relaxing, and thoroughly chewing my food will really help!
You the man Derek. It's my second day without coffee for the reasons you mentioned in your coffee video, and now I know to chill and relax more before starting my meals. I think it'll all really help a lot. Yew!
Love the way you have your 'I'm a certified nutritionist' shirt on ; ) These are all great tips. Spot on with the 1st one my digestion was so bad it caused me to take days of work. It was when I under the most stress & super unhappy at work, left that job and situation + it improved really quickly.Love your channel!
Thank you bro, I like your approach to the vegan lifestyle, so much so I’m going to start the transition to vegan as of tomorrow. We were vegetarian for ten years but fell of the wagon, your vids and endless energy will help throw me back into the way of life we’ve been missing. Cheers Chris
Thanks Derek for the tips, especially #1 and #2. A few months back I was in a bad habit of wolfing down my food--perhaps most notably sofritas+guac burritos from Chipotle--on my work lunches while texting emailing returning phone calls and watching youtube videos. I was having gas in higher volume and deadliness than I was comfortable with, and I had anxiety and negative feelings. After watching this video I made a renewed effort to appreciate my food, relax before eating, and to chew more thoroughly. I was not confident that these measures would help as I thought I had a more serious gut issue, but I naturally wanted to try some quick fixes first. I don't know, "chew your food a lot" and "relax before eating" sounded kind of like cop outs to me...like a pro gymnast telling an out of shape guy off the street to just grip the bar harder to do a muscle up. Well, some time has passed with this new regime, and I can happily say that I was mistaken. Flatulence has since fallen to socially acceptable levels in quantity and potency, and resultant negative feelings are gone. Sometimes we just need simple tips and the will to try them. So, thanks again Derek.
@@Simnettnutrition Not drinking anything with my meals helps me to chew better, I believe. I had the bad habit of just taking a couple of chews and then washing it down. Now I eat more slowly. And if something is kinda dry, I add a sauce that will make me salivate more. Especially vinegar in a sauce can make my mouth cry more juices.
Adam Rotering - in the beginning you get gas and go to the bathroom more. Your colon, intestines, kidneys, and liver, are filtering. You’re cleaning the system and the dirt and grime have to exit. It stabilizes over time depending how bad they were it may only be a month or two. Your digestive system will work way better from this cleansing and the gas will stop. Hope that helps😊
Derek,through inspiration i gather daily from your channel has helped my switch over to vegan. (over 3 weeks of plant based clean eating) Your suggestions have helped me lose weight, feel great, save money and look forward to the next plant based meal. I am also inspired to cook again, a life passion I thought i lost until recently. Thank you for making a difference.
Effective methods. Thank you Derek. I watch your videos all the time. Please do one on whole grain breads, flat breads etc. I love bread, I combine it with bean stew for delicious eating.
Do you have a video on cooking dried lentils and beans in an instant pot? Plus the best gadgets for cooking. Air fryer etc and what to cook. Thanks. Really enjoy Your videos.
"Gum to Bum". I love it. I appreciate this video. Another tip I got from a Chinese doctor in California was to give yourself at least 3 hours of time to digest your food in an upright position before going to lay down.
Other tips: 1. cook legumes with a tablespoon of sodiumbicarbonate 2. Rinse canned food with water until no more foam is visible 3. Chew some fennelseeds after your meal 4. Add savory (herb) to your meal 5. Eat smaller meals but more times throughout the day
Hey thanks for this ! I been vegan 3 years and I find I get bloated when I don’t eat enough calories, I am very active and if I don’t get enough to eat, it’s almost like my body holds on to what I got and doesn’t wanna pass anything thru so I try to eat often and never get starving or dehydrated throughout the day:)
Oh my goodness thank you for the tips! I’ve been in transition for about two months or so I’ve been having lots of problems with my stomach I was getting worried about this transitioning. I will try all your tips! Thank you again!!!
I’m so glad I found this video. I started watching because my mom has been having problems with her digestion and gas. When you got to the digestive bitters part though I was fascinated. This described what she was going through perfectly. Definitely going to look up some bitters for her and probably myself too. Thanks for sharing!!!!
If you have bloating and drink a lot of carbonated water you might want to try switching to still water, it definitely made a noticable difference for me!
Where to begin with this video?! Been having funny digestion recently, like painful bloating - strange popping type movements (but I don't look bloated). So now I've gone away for a month (to become a yoga teacher ^_^) to a different country I plan to re-evaluate my food intake which has been very high in sugar and more in processed food lately, but all these tips are incredible. They're so simple and will be so helpful, I hope they can help with the painful sensations too, thank you so much!!! Sorry for the essay, but your tips have helped me before so looking forward to trying these! Xx
Right when I heard you say the first step of eating in a relaxed state, I had just finished inhaling my meal 😂 and I don’t think I chewed it well hahah (step 2). I have to say you have inspired me to be vegan. I grew up vegetarian (moms a vegetarian and my dads a healthy eater too) so it was easier for me than most. And not a milk drinker. And I’ve been doing well on it (a little cheese or butter here and there and maybe a little fish (so not 100% yet) but I feel better than ever. I’m getting over a 9 month bedridden candida illness and this is really kicking the last little bit of it in the butt (long story but it has been horrible, my health was in the toilet). And I’m only 28 years old! Also, you inspire me to get back to the gym after being bedridden for so long, just went for my first workout today in so long and it felt so great! Thank you so much for what you do. You’re awesome! ✌🏻❤️
New fancy dress shirt, 👍 Just these last 2 weeks, I noticed my appetite being SUPER low alongside feeling qweezie a few short minutes after I eat something small. I will do this today, thanks Simnett you're a good man 🤗
11:45 your proposition of coffee is 100% correct. However, it should be noted that coffee can help clear a congested liver and bile duct, therefore increasing digestion in a certain way. Its certainly a give or take situation.
Good stomach acid is so important as well for optimal digestion...I start the day with warm water and some lemon juice...helps with keeping things flowing correctly
These are great tips derek! They all help me quite a lot. Another tip I would suggest to keep a positive mindset about what your eating. Especially when trying new foods or a new diet. No matter what you are eating, does you best to avoid negative thoughts such as "i shouldn't have eaten that" or " that was unhealthy" or "that was to much" or that "cost to much" etc. Instead CHOOSE (sometimes it is easier then other but you always have a choice) to feel good about the food, feel good about the nutrients it will give you not matter what it is. And be thankful and mindful on each bite. Cheers!
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar mixed with lemon and ginger in a couple cups of water first thing in the morning and lemon water throughout the day was the most effective thing i did to help eliminate my acid reflux
I subscribed to your channel recently and I've been watching your videos almost non stop, they're so very helpful and just love how you get to the point quickly, thankyou so much for all the information😍
It’s also highly recommended to work with a gastroenterologist if you have continued issues. Important procedures like upper endoscopes and colonoscopies can help properly diagnose any digestive issues you may be having. And they cause absolutely no damage to you. Also there is an sugar called raffinose in things like broccoli that cause bloating as well due to it being undigestible but things like pickling (I believe) can help strip that out of those types of vegetables
Thank you for the tips. I'm definitely going to try them. I would love to know more tips if you have them. I have had problems all my life. They got better when I went vegan almost 4 years ago but still have problems.
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Chewing is my issue for sure. I have to remind myself, no one is going to steal my plate away. Thank you for this.
I'm the worst! My husband has to remind me to chew well and slowly... 😭
Same here . I’ve been told I eat way too fast 😞 I think it’s my anxiety that makes me eat a lot and too fast. I feel bloated afterwards. It sucks.
Thats funny cuz my older brother used to steal food off my plate all the time as a kid
Hahaha..... Why are you telling my story??🤣🤣😂
TLDW:
1. Eat in a relaxed state.
2. Chew enough.
3. Increase fiber and new food intake slowly.
4. Stay hydrated.
5. Cook your food (Mainly vegetables).
Thx
@@HDvids101 you're being delusional. I had crazy bloating when I was still eating meat. Much better now.
@@HDvids101 Meat doesn't prevent bloating dude. In high school, I ate an insane amount of meat and I was always bloated - I actually remember looking up on TH-cam at the time 'How to stop bloating' because it was so bad. I eat vegan starch based now and I hardly bloat.
@@HDvids101 Of course not. What a stupid idea.
@@mattnicholson in high school means fucking processed meats and overcooked in fucking oils!!
I'm going vegan tomorrow, it's time for a change. Thank you for the amazing tips Derek!
awesoooommmeeeee good luck!
Woo congrats! Wish you the best, if you have any questions make sure to ask
Nice!
Miro Yolov tomorrow? What’s for dinner tonight?
Well done!! You're doing the right choice buddy :) life will get better for you and for those who surround you (animals specifically :))
I know this is old, but for anyone who comes across this I need to just say, Derek you literally fixed my decades of heartburn with this one video. I have been off medication for 3 years now and have been absolutely fine. I was suffering for so many years. THANK YOU
Many people hardly chew their food , I noticed this on a daily ... And you are right , digestion starts inside the mouth and it’s important to chew properly ..
You know it! :D
Most under rated tip. I notice at social gatherings its easy to crush food without thinking about chewing
Red Pill Vegan so true
I wish I could get into this habit. Have been trying forever but I always forget until I'm already bloated :(
Perpetually Annoyed try putting your fork down between bites. It’s hard to break lifetime habits but this helped me.
I was bloated for soooo long, everyday, after going vegan. Then I just started drinking a sufficient amount of water (around 1.5-2.5L/day) and I’m allll good
Thank you for the advice 👍👍👍 I’m going to try drink lots of water 💦
Meg i am so bloated and gassy..and miserable. Ill up my h20 asap..i already drink 1-2 liters as I fly a lot
Same, also I realized another reason I was gassy, the fake meats & not rinsing my canned beans did it. Also I still pre-soak my dried beans even using an IP, & it helps.
Please try digestive enzymes. I was so bloated, in pain, insane heartburn. It’s literally all gone after 2 days. Take one before each meal. Total game changer
Was able to fix my digestion after 10 years of embarrassing gas problems. I simply just drank more water than I thought was necessary everyday. Just drink a luxurious amount everyday. Gas is gone and am able to eat lactose freely! Hope this helps a few people.
My Chilean mother-in-law always grew a cedrón bush in her garden - otherwise known as lemon verbena. If you want to look after your tummy, just put four or five fresh leaves with boiled water poured over the top and let it steep. Drink it as fresh tea - beautiful, feel good straight away. You can make it as a cold tea infusion too - it looks beautiful in a big glass jug with ice served in summer. Just grow lemon verbena in your garden and at the end of summer pick all the leaves and dry them in paper bags in a dry place then once dried, store in glass jars to have lemon verbena all winter long. Cut the bush back a bit to keep it in good order. If you don't have a sunny spot for the bush in the garden, it will happily grow in a well lit, sunny spot in a pot (like mine - have had it for 30 years in 4 different houses). I think it works better than peppermint 😊
Chop that salad! I always chop my veggies as small as I can, layer it in beautiful, colorful layers and dress with fresh citrus juice (I squeeze orange or lemon wedges over my salad) and then chew it up! A chopped salad is so much easier to eat, you will eat more salad!
Hi Drrek, I'm 60yrs young now and as some of my friends are going vegan I find it very difficult to cook meals for them. While looking for recipes I found your channel and I love it so much that I have already tried some of your recipes for myself 😁. I just want to eat healthier more often and make better choices. Love your videos 💞
So I NEVER comment on anything, but my fiancé and I just started the vegan lifestyle two days ago and I LOVE your videos!!! Like I LOVE LOVE LOVE you’re energy and your personality in these videos! Thanks for the information and helpful tips!!
Not often we see you in a shirt Derek! Looking good! And some Fantastic tips in the video 😁
no shirt is also looking good too, derek ;-)
Thank you for these tips! FYI the reason canned beans are easier to digest is because the fermentable carbohydrates (in this case oligosaccharides) are water soluble, therefore a good deal of them are released into the water in the can. They should be drained and well-rinsed to further remove these fibers - this is especially helpful for people struggling with bloating, gas, IBS, etc. These fermentable sugars and fibers are known as Fermentable Oligosaccharides Disaccharides Monosaccharides and Polyols - aka FODMAPS.
I've been trying to figure out why I have so much indigestion lately- I haven't changed my diet all that much but now that I think of it- I've been super busy at work and working through my lunches at my desk trying to shovel food in my face to get it over with. I think I've found my issue....thanks for the reminder Derek
No problem, that was my problem too for a long time.
So glad you mentioned the positives of cooking certain foods vs raw 👍
It really does help, raw is quite hard on digestion compared to cooked! I am glad you liked that tip.
Fun fact; fir centuries people have prayed and gave thanks before every meal. This is an excellent way to get your body prepared and relaxed before eating.
Derek I just wanted to say that your previous video where you gave some tips for digestion really helped out a friend of mine who is Plant Based but not vegan! Love the content that helps many, this included
Thank you! I am so glad it helped.
Noach Prime yeah he is like vehemently NOT vegan lol but he eats WFPB. Strange world right
You've helped me more in this video than any professional doctor has. I had chronic IBS for almost a year and since I became vegan recently, I no longer suffer! Thanks Derek.
Derick thanks a lot man. Been on a vegan weight gain journey eating 3600 calories a day and I fixed my bloating by slowly adding beans and completely fixed my digestion by using lemons and apple cider. When I go below 3000 calories I’m fine. But as I increased I saw some minor problems. You helped me fix it 100%
Thanks! Great tips. More tips: Fermented foods, breathing fresh air, yoga, outdoor exercise, anything from hiking to yardwork.
I'm in the beginning stages of veganism...two weeks in. These tips are so helpful.
My newborn had reflux. A doctor wanted to put him on medicine. I just fed him diluted apple cider vinegar with a dropper and he was cured in about a week. Never had a problem again....he's now 12!
Sir, please make a detailed and dedicated video on protein intake on a plant based diet, for better health, for strength and aesthetic goals.
I'd like to know what u have to say. Protein is so overhyped. In the begining vegans on yt were saying we don't need to focus on protein. Now it's popular to promote the processed protein powders which I won't do. Nor do I like tofu/tempeh and I do not eat nuts and seeds. Dr McDougall doesn't put emphasis on protein. But I do wonder what he'd recommend. Another note, I can tell when I need more protein, I crave eggs. But if I added a little more to my daily diet Id never crave eggs
This is a great article if you are interested: medium.com/@chanapdavis/busting-the-myth-of-incomplete-plant-based-proteins-960428e7e91e
@MikeyBeans Proteinaholoc
Doing mindfulness meditation regularly really helped me keeps my digestion relaxed. I tend to hold a lot of tension and anxiety in that area of my body and the meditation helps it
I found from my experience when you turn the stress off, you get better digestion , that apparently because you're activating your Parasympathetic nervous system a.k.a. Rest & Digest system. 💗 🙂
How the fuck do you just turn stress off? Are you kidding me? Some of us have to work shitty jobs for a living. You sound like an entitled brat.
That is what he claimed, yes.
@Cloud of Time Lol 😅 I swear I commented before I opened the vid, after I played the video I felt a little bit awkward. 😳 I actually came out with tha comment after going to doctor, when he told me that I should have a proper " Vagul Tune " in order to had a better digestion.
@J w Well, there's a lot of things and techniques you can do to overcome stress, like taking control of things, taking action, be aware of your strength point , and being aware of your present moment . Good luck 🍀 😊
@@Jw-un8oh You don't just turn stress off, its not a switch to do that but you can eliminate it by time. You don't have to be an entitled brad to live your life aware and actually take control of your life. Change your job, fight for your rights, your own individuality, dignity and life! Saying that you work shitty job and "accepting" that for a living is so wrong in many levels. Act drop your fears little step by time but do something about it.
These are all such great tips. #1 - relax - is SO important. I've learned on my own personal food/health journey that if I am anxious, I either lose my appetite or become nauseous and end up eating too little. I've also experienced the opposite, where stress can cause over-eating. Either way, it's so important to find that zen and be mindful and relaxed while eating, which also makes eating that much more enjoyable, being able to appreciate all the flavors and sensations of the food that nourishes me. 💗🧘🏻♀️ I would also add that posture while eating is very important. Eating while slouched or laying down (like snacking in bed) can cause some indigestion, for sure!
It took my hubby 12 mths before his bloating, pain and toilet issues stopped!! So glad he stuck with it, over 2 yrs wfpb now all good!
Yes, it can take a lot of time to adjust to more fiber and for colon issues to get better. Healing doesn't happen over night! Good for him!
You mentioned that some people say that they have less bloating when they eat canned beans vs. home cooked beans. One trick to help with that is to cook beans for long enough, up to 3 hours depending on the bean and change water half way through the cooking time.
I didn't know this, thank you so much for the great too!
This is happening to me right now!!!! Iv been transitioning to veganism within the last 3 weeks and OMG the gas problem is real!!!
"From gum to bum" 🤣. Another great and informative video, thanks!
XD
Newly vegan! I've had trouble with bloating/indigestion most of my life. I would suspect it has primarily been from eating heavier foods high in oil, sugar, and all kinds of things that just aren't good for ya! I love what you do with your food man! It's intelligent and looks like fun, which is inspiring to me as I begin this journey!
Yes!!! More information about cooking foods for better digestion and absorbtion, please!!
Excellent Video- One to add- As you age test and pay attention to what effects your system, everyone is unique and will slowly change as you age. This may seem like a obvious one, but something I had to learned on my own.
Digestive problems were something I thought were normal until I fixed them, now ill never go back.
Man... that shirt makes your points so much more convincing.
Like the crisp presentation and reasoning. Super work.
I was born with Hirschsprung disease and had intestine surgery at birth. Have lived with digestive issues for my whole life - bloating, gas, loose stools etc... Entirely cut out dairy, eggs, and processed meats from my diet a few months ago and have been feeling immensely better. I had significant improvements within the first week.
I am so happy to hear you are feeling better.
Thank you for your videos.. Help me alot .
🤗
Definitely chewing the food properly will help the body process it better.
Thanks for the reminder. And thanks for sharing these helpful tips with us.
About a 1 inch strip of kombu sea vegetable added to your beans when cooking really helps reduce the gas formation.
Very much appreciate your positive bubbly personality!!!
SO underappreciated! Down to earth, still easily covered by nutritional science. With the tips in this video, all those hyped "Do this to improve your digestion"-Videos out there (usually with random, unproven tips like bone-broth) can be ignored. Definitely make more like this!
Loved this video! It's always fascinating when you present knowledge that also shows up in the wisdom of the traditional plant-rich cuisines of the world. Thank you for helping us connect the dots in the nutrition puzzle, Derek!
Thanks David!
A vegan who just found you, love your channel and spirit. Thanks for helping so many of us!
Great information. I started plant based recently and have been suffering from constipation for the last two weeks. Need to try these out.
THIS WAS SUPER HELPFUL!! I’ve been on a plant based diet for about a year now and I still have pretty bad bloating on some days. I’m always eating quick meals on the run so I think slowing down, relaxing, and thoroughly chewing my food will really help!
You the man Derek. It's my second day without coffee for the reasons you mentioned in your coffee video, and now I know to chill and relax more before starting my meals. I think it'll all really help a lot. Yew!
Thank you! I have recently changed my diet and am really struggling with bloating, pain & diarrhea. Your tips help. I definitely, started too quickly.
Love the way you have your 'I'm a certified nutritionist' shirt on ; ) These are all great tips. Spot on with the 1st one my digestion was so bad it caused me to take days of work. It was when I under the most stress & super unhappy at work, left that job and situation + it improved really quickly.Love your channel!
Thanks for your disclaimer. It’s very professional
Thank you bro, I like your approach to the vegan lifestyle, so much so I’m going to start the transition to vegan as of tomorrow. We were vegetarian for ten years but fell of the wagon, your vids and endless energy will help throw me back into the way of life we’ve been missing.
Cheers
Chris
Thanks Derek for the tips, especially #1 and #2. A few months back I was in a bad habit of wolfing down my food--perhaps most notably sofritas+guac burritos from Chipotle--on my work lunches while texting emailing returning phone calls and watching youtube videos. I was having gas in higher volume and deadliness than I was comfortable with, and I had anxiety and negative feelings. After watching this video I made a renewed effort to appreciate my food, relax before eating, and to chew more thoroughly. I was not confident that these measures would help as I thought I had a more serious gut issue, but I naturally wanted to try some quick fixes first. I don't know, "chew your food a lot" and "relax before eating" sounded kind of like cop outs to me...like a pro gymnast telling an out of shape guy off the street to just grip the bar harder to do a muscle up. Well, some time has passed with this new regime, and I can happily say that I was mistaken. Flatulence has since fallen to socially acceptable levels in quantity and potency, and resultant negative feelings are gone. Sometimes we just need simple tips and the will to try them. So, thanks again Derek.
My favorite and most important is chewing enough!!! I try to make sure to chew until it's almost liquid-ish...
Yes I agree! I know, since I became aware of it, it has really helped.
@@Simnettnutrition Not drinking anything with my meals helps me to chew better, I believe. I had the bad habit of just taking a couple of chews and then washing it down. Now I eat more slowly. And if something is kinda dry, I add a sauce that will make me salivate more. Especially vinegar in a sauce can make my mouth cry more juices.
Just started being vegan 5 days ago with my girlfriend. Only down side so far is gas. I have a lot more. But thses tips help. Thanks a bunch
Adam Rotering - in the beginning you get gas and go to the bathroom more. Your colon, intestines, kidneys, and liver, are filtering. You’re cleaning the system and the dirt and grime have to exit. It stabilizes over time depending how bad they were it may only be a month or two. Your digestive system will work way better from this cleansing and the gas will stop. Hope that helps😊
Please do more of this kind of video. The information was very helpful. I have the peppermint tea and am ordering the bitters. Thank you so much.
Derek,through inspiration i gather daily from your channel has helped my switch over to vegan. (over 3 weeks of plant based clean eating) Your suggestions have helped me lose weight, feel great, save money and look forward to the next plant based meal. I am also inspired to cook again, a life passion I thought i lost until recently.
Thank you for making a difference.
as for peppermint tea, I do peppermint-thyme tea, two of them together taste and work good for digestion
Effective methods. Thank you Derek. I watch your videos all the time. Please do one on whole grain breads, flat breads etc. I love bread, I combine it with bean stew for delicious eating.
Do you have a video on cooking dried lentils and beans in an instant pot? Plus the best gadgets for cooking. Air fryer etc and what to cook. Thanks. Really enjoy Your videos.
its hard not to love the work you put in to your videos, man... thank you!
"Gum to Bum". I love it. I appreciate this video. Another tip I got from a Chinese doctor in California was to give yourself at least 3 hours of time to digest your food in an upright position before going to lay down.
Other tips:
1. cook legumes with a tablespoon of sodiumbicarbonate
2. Rinse canned food with water until no more foam is visible
3. Chew some fennelseeds after your meal
4. Add savory (herb) to your meal
5. Eat smaller meals but more times throughout the day
I haven't watched the video yet but one thing that is beneficial for your stomach bloating is sprouting your lentils and beans 💪🏼💪🏼
Love your videos! You inspired me to start a health and fitness channel 🌱⭐️
Thank you
No WAY!!! That is amazing. As much as I love helping people eat healthier I love hearing that I've helped people to follow their passions!
Wow so helpful! I love this video so much, thank you! Please continue to make videos like this!
Hey thanks for this ! I been vegan 3 years and I find I get bloated when I don’t eat enough calories, I am very active and if I don’t get enough to eat, it’s almost like my body holds on to what I got and doesn’t wanna pass anything thru so I try to eat often and never get starving or dehydrated throughout the day:)
Food combining is a big one too!! You should mention it even though you don’t follow it much.
Loved this video! Please share more on constipation!!!!!!!
Dude you have helped so many people transform ! I am one of them ❤️
Chamomilethe has improved my digestion a lot,,, thx for the other tips Derek ❤️ also i use cooked cabbage it has improved my acid reflux.
I'm on day 7 of going vegan, I've been having tummy pains and a lot of wind! Shall look at other videos for more nutrition or a plan I can do.
Great ideas, I recently started having issues and I can see why by watching this video! Thank you Derek ❤️
Oh my goodness thank you for the tips! I’ve been in transition for about two months or so I’ve been having lots of problems with my stomach I was getting worried about this transitioning. I will try all your tips! Thank you again!!!
I’m so glad I found this video. I started watching because my mom has been having problems with her digestion and gas. When you got to the digestive bitters part though I was fascinated. This described what she was going through perfectly. Definitely going to look up some bitters for her and probably myself too. Thanks for sharing!!!!
These play lists are so helpful.
Such important baseline tips. I agree and support this video (from a pharmacist)!
Fermented foods and drinking a occasional small amount of dill pickle juice can help as well , probiotics are a great help for digestive issues.
Great tips man, I understand now why I’m constipated most of the time-> eating too fast and not drinking enough water
If you have bloating and drink a lot of carbonated water you might want to try switching to still water, it definitely made a noticable difference for me!
Thank you for the great information. Easy to understand.
I tried these tips and I am so mindblown
Where to begin with this video?!
Been having funny digestion recently, like painful bloating - strange popping type movements (but I don't look bloated). So now I've gone away for a month (to become a yoga teacher ^_^) to a different country I plan to re-evaluate my food intake which has been very high in sugar and more in processed food lately, but all these tips are incredible. They're so simple and will be so helpful, I hope they can help with the painful sensations too, thank you so much!!! Sorry for the essay, but your tips have helped me before so looking forward to trying these! Xx
Thank you, very informative, practical down to earth information :)
I was wondering why I was suddenly having digestive issues. Now I know, and what I need to do asbout it. Perfect timing. Thanks!
Staying hydrated is definitely top priority, great tips
lol i eat on my commute to work, in heavy traffic and road rage. thanks for bringing awareness!
Right when I heard you say the first step of eating in a relaxed state, I had just finished inhaling my meal 😂 and I don’t think I chewed it well hahah (step 2). I have to say you have inspired me to be vegan. I grew up vegetarian (moms a vegetarian and my dads a healthy eater too) so it was easier for me than most. And not a milk drinker. And I’ve been doing well on it (a little cheese or butter here and there and maybe a little fish (so not 100% yet) but I feel better than ever. I’m getting over a 9 month bedridden candida illness and this is really kicking the last little bit of it in the butt (long story but it has been horrible, my health was in the toilet). And I’m only 28 years old! Also, you inspire me to get back to the gym after being bedridden for so long, just went for my first workout today in so long and it felt so great! Thank you so much for what you do. You’re awesome! ✌🏻❤️
New fancy dress shirt, 👍
Just these last 2 weeks, I noticed my appetite being SUPER low alongside feeling qweezie a few short minutes after I eat something small.
I will do this today, thanks Simnett you're a good man 🤗
11:45 your proposition of coffee is 100% correct. However, it should be noted that coffee can help clear a congested liver and bile duct, therefore increasing digestion in a certain way.
Its certainly a give or take situation.
Good stomach acid is so important as well for optimal digestion...I start the day with warm water and some lemon juice...helps with keeping things flowing correctly
These are great tips derek! They all help me quite a lot. Another tip I would suggest to keep a positive mindset about what your eating. Especially when trying new foods or a new diet. No matter what you are eating, does you best to avoid negative thoughts such as "i shouldn't have eaten that" or " that was unhealthy" or "that was to much" or that "cost to much" etc. Instead CHOOSE (sometimes it is easier then other but you always have a choice) to feel good about the food, feel good about the nutrients it will give you not matter what it is. And be thankful and mindful on each bite. Cheers!
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar mixed with lemon and ginger in a couple cups of water first thing in the morning and lemon water throughout the day was the most effective thing i did to help eliminate my acid reflux
Super helpful thanks for another great video! Am loving your channel keep up the good work 👍😁
Thank you !!! I've been in pain I was curled up in the fetal position the pain was so bad.
Huge info! Thanx as usual 🤗
I subscribed to your channel recently and I've been watching your videos almost non stop, they're so very helpful and just love how you get to the point quickly, thankyou so much for all the information😍
Very very helpful. Thank you so much, Derek!
Awesome! Please give us more like this!
It’s also highly recommended to work with a gastroenterologist if you have continued issues. Important procedures like upper endoscopes and colonoscopies can help properly diagnose any digestive issues you may be having. And they cause absolutely no damage to you.
Also there is an sugar called raffinose in things like broccoli that cause bloating as well due to it being undigestible but things like pickling (I believe) can help strip that out of those types of vegetables
Thank you for the tips. I'm definitely going to try them. I would love to know more tips if you have them. I have had problems all my life. They got better when I went vegan almost 4 years ago but still have problems.
great tips!! mindful eating is key & your tips are realistic, scientifically proven & overall just great!!