My #1 issue is HOW DO I GAIN WEIGHT? Nowadays almost all the info re health and nutrition is aimed at WEIGHT LOSS. I'm gearing up to begin the GAPS Diet ASAP, but truly cannot afford to loose another pound in the transition process. I mean I'm already pretty close to emaciated!!! This loss has gone on gradually over the last eight years or so -- without wanting or needing it. I'm not sick but am not "WELL" either. Friends say "Well, you're 82. You should expect to slowly fall apart." I say, "No thanks to that idea." Thank you, Marisa, for being there for all of us who believe in the possibility of being HEALTHY.
I started ox bile after I had my gallbladder removed. I had not heard about the bitters. I’ll have to try them. I love beet kavass! I usually make a big batch in the fall and make it last as long as possible. I’ve always been liberal with my olive oil and butter use but I’m learning to add the others now too. My AS14 does much better when I can get the fats into him but he has a fat texture aversion due to sensory issues and he has an ASD diagnosis, which is why I bought the yellow gaps book to begin with. Thanks for sharing all the great information. ☮️-Kirsten
Yes, I would love to hear about weight gain by eating more fats and animal protein. I defenately have gained my bust and hip size with eating more meat and animal fats. But I have to say, I eat way more than I did before. I was very on low fat, low calories and very thin. Now I gained around 6 pounds by eating more a carnivore high fat diet. Also do I have a hard time with constipation. I feel attracted at the way of your eating. Thank you, Tatiana
I would love a video on weight. My husband is a low fat high fiber guy and does most of the cooking in our house. He somewhat accommodates me because his diet made me really sick, but I have a hard time getting him on board with saturated fats specifically. He's very paranoid about weight gain.
for me the only way i can make this diet work is first but knowing how many meal to have and how much fat to havd in each meal so i dont get a sugar crush this is before adding anything else like ferments or other things. if i dont get the fats right i snack i het hypoglycemia and the honey butter thing dont do it . they only secret is more fat per meal. how many meals do you do i was thinking if i had to have 1 cup will have to have 2 egg yolks + 2 TBS of tallow( dairy free)
This is a great video! I'm on my second try on the carnivore diet, the first time I did it was very protein heavy and not too high on fat, it didn't work to well and didn't really heal. Second after about a year animal based, but still not healing, i'm doing very high fat carnivore with apple cider vinegar. ACV has been a game changer, I used to bloat and be in a lot of pain eating liquid fats, but now every time I eat its better and better! My stool is not so great, but I'd happily have not great stool for a while in trade for feeling amazing. My meals are a little bit of protein (fish or chicken or game) and a tablespoon of beef fat, with 1-2 teaspoons of ACV. I'm slowly increasing my fat and I feel better every time I increase my tallow intake.
Does cultured cream count towards fat intake? Now that's a fat I can get onboard with :) I do notice that I put weight on quickly when I eat cream though.
I add 5g of animals fat [raw.. Slighlty warmed up for 10s] to 3 meals per day, a week later another 5g to 3 meals per day, repeat.. After 5 weeks, I'm at the target fat per day... Rendered fat still makes me run to the bathroom, still needed to have 2 x lypo gold per day. Except if the meal is out of the fridge .. Slow and steady..
Hello, do you use bitters with your toddler? If so, how much do you give for a 2 year old? The urban moonshine bitters say 12 and older only so I don’t want to over do it. Thanks!
Do you work with people one on one to help with disease? If not do you know someone who does that is working with new clients? A little desperate here. Thank you 🙏
@@BumblebeeApothecary Thank you! I actually take this one and love it. But I am always looking for the most GAPS aligned options. Glad to know this one is approved. ☺️
@@BumblebeeApothecary what is the name as a frw options came up for me. Do you have any options for my 4 year old son? His digestion is very bad even on gaps which means his stomach lacks acid to digest food well.
Would extreme sleepyness after meals be a symptom of fat indigestion as well? I've been feeling really tired after eating things like egg, tongue, fatty cuts and avocado. I've been trying HCL, but it only helps sometimes. I'll have to give ox bile a try!
I have mcas. I can’t tolerate any fat I have a histamine reaction every time. I have no idea why fat sets me off. Leaner meat does not. But adding any kinda fat or fatty meat I will surely get a histamine reaction. I wish I knew why because I’m craving fat I’ve been stuck on carnivore 2 years.
Hi, in another one of your vids you mentioned that Becky plotner had an easier protocol for mercury detox? Do you have any links that detail her protocol? Thanks so much for your time
I started Gaps intro a month ago and 6 days in had to have my appendix removed . Dr said it was full of fecal matter. I just started intro again and am nervous .. I was eating so much fat the first time because I was so hungry!
This is beyond what I can cover in a comment, but please send me an email and I'm happy to help. My contact info is in the description box. Sending well wishes!
This is beyond what I can cover in a comment, but please send me an email and I'm happy to help. My contact info is in the description box. Sending well wishes!
I don’t think there’s an easy answer for this but I am unable to swallow capsules. My throat is usually quite swollen I have a condition called LPR or silent reflux. While I know ox bile can be helpful I don’t think it’s healthy to be swallowing it in liquid after taking it out of the capsule. So I’ve just been relying on enzymes at this point. Just wondering if you had any other ideas. I’m also wondering if you’ve heard of anybody who’s improved their LPR or silent reflux with the gaps diet. Thank you so much for your videos they’re very helpful XOXO
Also idk about ox bile bc I've never taken them but have them on the way (capsule form). If there's a different brand maybe? There's a brand called standard process all the naturopaths/chiropractors I've seen use and have been instructed to chew them first then swallow. I didn't see ox bile with standard process but looks like they have a bunch of digestive ones that might be worth looking at. Just mentioning this bc I'm currently struggling with this too and think tid bits I've learned so far have been helpful if you weren't already aware:)
Does 1/2 a cup (or more) additional animal fat means the total of fats in your meals or on top of your meals? (English isn’t my first language so I didn’t understand that part). I’m at approximately 1/2 a cup of fats a day, that’s already 50-60% of my calorie intake.
I would make sure to be eating enough and often enough (most GAPS people need more than 3 meals a day) and make sure to be getting plenty of animal fat and egg yolks. If you'd like further support, I can share my services with you where I can go deeper into guiding you through what you’re dealing with. My contact info is in the description box. Sending well wishes!
@@BumblebeeApothecary I'm eating animal fats but I'm sensitive to eggs. Is there any other things I can do? I eat about 4 meals a day with chicken or fish and lots of cooked vegetables. I've cut out the probiotic foods for now to see if it isn't from to much die off.
@@kandyannette3766 I had to go carnivore, gaps did t work. I allergic to eggs and dairy. 100% carnivore true healing quickly. Steak and butter gal, Judy, Shawn baker, just an few. Gaps takes to long to truly heal.
@@becksbitofblue Same for me! My gut is so messed up I cant even handle red meat, but i feel amazing eating a little bit of protein and lots of beef fat with apple cider vinegar to help with digestion. My stool is not so great, but i FEEL amazingggggg! I just have sour soups, its not exciting, but it works for me!
@@BumblebeeApothecary cool. I ate some raw animal fat from meat (not very delicious lol). it was fine for a while, until I got a bad product from somewhere else which gave me parasites. got rid of those naturally though. thx for your vid :)
@@himalayansaltlamp5902 whip the fat it's so good. And freeze it. Also.check out carnivore alot faster healing especially if you have allergies and histamine like I did.
Excellent video as usually. I have been watching Dr. Elizabeth Bright who also specializes on high fat diet for hormonal health. If you interested check it out as well. ❤
Did you tried first stage of introduction diet for longer time? Carnivore is easier but Gaps allows to digest more variety of foods with the time. Carnivore = restrictive, easer. GAPS= more variety, less easy
Thank you! Great video idea, thanks! It's very individual, but there are definitely things to know. I guide people through intro in my meal plan: bumblebee-apothecary.teachable.com/p/gaps-to-go/ and my program: my.demio.com/ref/2znHBvku8txu1OSd
FREE Masterclass: How to Start the GAPS Diet with More Confidence and Less Confusion -> my.demio.com/ref/2znHBvku8txu1OSd
My #1 issue is HOW DO I GAIN WEIGHT? Nowadays almost all the info re health and nutrition is aimed at WEIGHT LOSS. I'm gearing up to begin the GAPS Diet ASAP, but truly cannot afford to loose another pound in the transition process. I mean I'm already pretty close to emaciated!!! This loss has gone on gradually over the last eight years or so -- without wanting or needing it.
I'm not sick but am not "WELL" either. Friends say "Well, you're 82. You should expect to slowly fall apart." I say, "No thanks to that idea."
Thank you, Marisa, for being there for all of us who believe in the possibility of being HEALTHY.
Please make a video on how eating fat doesn't make you fat! Thank you for discouraging fat phobia :)
I started ox bile after I had my gallbladder removed. I had not heard about the bitters. I’ll have to try them. I love beet kavass! I usually make a big batch in the fall and make it last as long as possible. I’ve always been liberal with my olive oil and butter use but I’m learning to add the others now too. My AS14 does much better when I can get the fats into him but he has a fat texture aversion due to sensory issues and he has an ASD diagnosis, which is why I bought the yellow gaps book to begin with. Thanks for sharing all the great information.
☮️-Kirsten
Thanks for sharing!
Yes, I would love to hear about weight gain by eating more fats and animal protein. I defenately have gained my bust and hip size with eating more meat and animal fats. But I have to say, I eat way more than I did before. I was very on low fat, low calories and very thin. Now I gained around 6 pounds by eating more a carnivore high fat diet. Also do I have a hard time with constipation. I feel attracted at the way of your eating. Thank you, Tatiana
Love that you’re weaving in the herbal care :) soooo necessary with gaps! Thank you!!
I discovered the Urban Moonshine bitters after I had gallbladder surgery. They are fantastic.
I just wanted to say how amazing you look! You look like you feel really good!
Oh thank you!
I would love a video on weight. My husband is a low fat high fiber guy and does most of the cooking in our house. He somewhat accommodates me because his diet made me really sick, but I have a hard time getting him on board with saturated fats specifically. He's very paranoid about weight gain.
Great idea, I'll add this to my list, thanks!
I would also love a video on weight, please thanks💐
So, is the ox bile supplement OK to use with children?? Or would you say the herbal bitters is better for kids?
You are such a great teacher Marisa!! Thank you for making videos
In ayurveda,we recommend drinking boiled water with some ginger powder for digestion fat. Easy and fast trick. Plus ginger has many benefits.
Thanks for sharing!
Ginger tee is a part of GAPS diet from the begining. Sour foods as vinegar, citrus fruits or fermented food also help digest fat better.
Thanks for sharing 👍
More helpful ideas on this subject is so need!
first class info
Very educational and helpful. Your channel has been helping me a lot.
Thank you so much!
Amazing video! I'm so happy I found your channel. Definitely will go on GAPS.
love the info thank you
Thank you Marisa
Amazing video!
Thanks for that! 🙏
Thank you!
Thanks for the nausea tip!
Absolutely :)
Hi! What is the bitters for nausea, you mentioned? How do I buy those? Thank yoooou...
for me the only way i can make this diet work is first but knowing how many meal
to have and how much fat to havd in each meal so i dont get a sugar crush this is before adding anything else like ferments or other things. if i dont get the fats right i snack i het hypoglycemia and the honey butter thing dont do it . they only secret is more fat per meal. how many meals do you
do i was thinking if i had to have 1 cup will have to have 2 egg yolks + 2 TBS of tallow( dairy free)
Sour foods as vinegar, citrus fruits or fermented foods also help digest fat better.
Thanks for sharing!
Would love a video on adequate animal fat and weight loss
Great idea, I'll add this to my list, thanks!
This is a great video!
I'm on my second try on the carnivore diet, the first time I did it was very protein heavy and not too high on fat, it didn't work to well and didn't really heal.
Second after about a year animal based, but still not healing, i'm doing very high fat carnivore with apple cider vinegar.
ACV has been a game changer, I used to bloat and be in a lot of pain eating liquid fats, but now every time I eat its better and better!
My stool is not so great, but I'd happily have not great stool for a while in trade for feeling amazing.
My meals are a little bit of protein (fish or chicken or game) and a tablespoon of beef fat, with 1-2 teaspoons of ACV.
I'm slowly increasing my fat and I feel better every time I increase my tallow intake.
Thanks for sharing!
You are fabulous!
Thank you so much! :)
Does cultured cream count towards fat intake? Now that's a fat I can get onboard with :) I do notice that I put weight on quickly when I eat cream though.
Does she talk about ox bile in any of her books
I add 5g of animals fat [raw.. Slighlty warmed up for 10s] to 3 meals per day, a week later another 5g to 3 meals per day, repeat.. After 5 weeks, I'm at the target fat per day... Rendered fat still makes me run to the bathroom, still needed to have 2 x lypo gold per day. Except if the meal is out of the fridge .. Slow and steady..
Can you post the book comparison!? I just read yellow…..
Hello, do you use bitters with your toddler? If so, how much do you give for a 2 year old? The urban moonshine bitters say 12 and older only so I don’t want to over do it. Thanks!
Do you work with people one on one to help with disease? If not do you know someone who does that is working with new clients? A little desperate here. Thank you 🙏
What was the name of the oxbile supplement you recommend? Very helpful info! Thanks!
Here you go! amzn.to/3vJ1KEi
@@BumblebeeApothecary Thank you! I actually take this one and love it. But I am always looking for the most GAPS aligned options. Glad to know this one is approved. ☺️
@@BumblebeeApothecary what is the name as a frw options came up for me. Do you have any options for my 4 year old son? His digestion is very bad even on gaps which means his stomach lacks acid to digest food well.
Would extreme sleepyness after meals be a symptom of fat indigestion as well? I've been feeling really tired after eating things like egg, tongue, fatty cuts and avocado. I've been trying HCL, but it only helps sometimes. I'll have to give ox bile a try!
It might be, I would try the ox bile!
I have mcas. I can’t tolerate any fat I have a histamine reaction every time. I have no idea why fat sets me off. Leaner meat does not. But adding any kinda fat or fatty meat I will surely get a histamine reaction. I wish I knew why because I’m craving fat I’ve been stuck on carnivore 2 years.
Dr. Natasha says it has to do with the liver function. Feel free to email me!
Hi, in another one of your vids you mentioned that Becky plotner had an easier protocol for mercury detox? Do you have any links that detail her protocol? Thanks so much for your time
How much ox bile should you consume
I started Gaps intro a month ago and 6 days in had to have my appendix removed . Dr said it was full of fecal matter. I just started intro again and am nervous .. I was eating so much fat the first time because I was so hungry!
This is beyond what I can cover in a comment, but please send me an email and I'm happy to help. My contact info is in the description box. Sending well wishes!
What are the amount of fat recommendations for kids, let’s say under 5? Also is ox bile ok to give to kids?
Hello, which butter do you recommend?
Have you use air fry? Is air fryer safe to use?
I haven't use that yet, just because I don't want to avoid fat :)
How do I get my poop to sink? My poop floats which I heard means I'm not digesting my food. What things can help pls?
I take digestive bitters and enzymes. How much ox bile? How many times? How long do I take?
This is beyond what I can cover in a comment, but please send me an email and I'm happy to help. My contact info is in the description box. Sending well wishes!
@@healingkatlyn99 how are you now? How is your floating stools
What if you’ve had a small bowel resection and now have short bowel syndrome? Fats are a problem !
Feel free to email me and I'm happy to share recommendations :)
hi can you talk about dark circles under eyes? I’ve read an article that there is a connection between dark circles and fat digestion is it true?
I have heard that dark circles are from toxicity :(
I heard its from anemia or pack of iron
I don’t think there’s an easy answer for this but I am unable to swallow capsules. My throat is usually quite swollen I have a condition called LPR or silent reflux. While I know ox bile can be helpful I don’t think it’s healthy to be swallowing it in liquid after taking it out of the capsule. So I’ve just been relying on enzymes at this point. Just wondering if you had any other ideas. I’m also wondering if you’ve heard of anybody who’s improved their LPR or silent reflux with the gaps diet. Thank you so much for your videos they’re very helpful XOXO
Also idk about ox bile bc I've never taken them but have them on the way (capsule form). If there's a different brand maybe? There's a brand called standard process all the naturopaths/chiropractors I've seen use and have been instructed to chew them first then swallow. I didn't see ox bile with standard process but looks like they have a bunch of digestive ones that might be worth looking at.
Just mentioning this bc I'm currently struggling with this too and think tid bits I've learned so far have been helpful if you weren't already aware:)
We grew up eating our steak with sour cream. Would that also be a good fat (24hr gaps legal, course!)?
Dairy is for babies , adults don't need dairy hard on the guts
Dairy is fine but it must be raw. my stomach got alot better when raw milk became available for me in my area
Yes!
@@becksbitofblue raw milk is very easy to digest. Best food for me.
Does 1/2 a cup (or more) additional animal fat means the total of fats in your meals or on top of your meals? (English isn’t my first language so I didn’t understand that part).
I’m at approximately 1/2 a cup of fats a day, that’s already 50-60% of my calorie intake.
It is in addition to what is already in your meals :)
@@BumblebeeApothecary Thank you! That means a challenge ;)
Does all of this information apply to children as well?
Yes!
What can you recommend for fatigue on the intro gaps diet? I'm on stage 3 and I'm still suffering from fatigue.
I would make sure to be eating enough and often enough (most GAPS people need more than 3 meals a day) and make sure to be getting plenty of animal fat and egg yolks.
If you'd like further support, I can share my services with you where I can go deeper into guiding you through what you’re dealing with. My contact info is in the description box. Sending well wishes!
@@BumblebeeApothecary I'm eating animal fats but I'm sensitive to eggs. Is there any other things I can do? I eat about 4 meals a day with chicken or fish and lots of cooked vegetables. I've cut out the probiotic foods for now to see if it isn't from to much die off.
@@kandyannette3766 I had to go carnivore, gaps did t work. I allergic to eggs and dairy. 100% carnivore true healing quickly. Steak and butter gal, Judy, Shawn baker, just an few. Gaps takes to long to truly heal.
@@becksbitofblue Same for me! My gut is so messed up I cant even handle red meat, but i feel amazing eating a little bit of protein and lots of beef fat with apple cider vinegar to help with digestion. My stool is not so great, but i FEEL amazingggggg!
I just have sour soups, its not exciting, but it works for me!
@@trashukun3787 it's an start. Keep going. It just takes time. I am on my 2nd year carnivore and finally feeling better.
do you eat raw animal fat?
I love raw butter and cultured cream! I haven't eaten raw animal fat from meat; I render that.
@@BumblebeeApothecary cool. I ate some raw animal fat from meat (not very delicious lol). it was fine for a while, until I got a bad product from somewhere else which gave me parasites. got rid of those naturally though. thx for your vid :)
@@himalayansaltlamp5902 whip the fat it's so good. And freeze it. Also.check out carnivore alot faster healing especially if you have allergies and histamine like I did.
@@becksbitofblue thx for the tip
@@becksbitofblue whip beef tallow?
Will ox bile help poop to sink
Yes it can!
☀️☀️☀️
Excellent video as usually. I have been watching Dr. Elizabeth Bright who also specializes on high fat diet for hormonal health. If you interested check it out as well. ❤
Carnivore alot better gaps didn't work for me. Love fat
Did you tried first stage of introduction diet for longer time? Carnivore is easier but Gaps allows to digest more variety of foods with the time. Carnivore = restrictive, easer. GAPS= more variety, less easy
Thank you! Great video idea, thanks! It's very individual, but there are definitely things to know. I guide people through intro in my meal plan: bumblebee-apothecary.teachable.com/p/gaps-to-go/ and my program: my.demio.com/ref/2znHBvku8txu1OSd
Hello, Do you know if eating too much coconut butter is bad for you? Great info. Thank you