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Why digestion affects your fat loss and workouts, especially living with Crohn’s, IBS, and Colitis. Tips to help!

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I’m fortunate enough to be med free loving with Crohn’s.
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I’m an advocate of being EDUCATED & FLEXIBLE, eating foods that are nourishing, suit YOUR lifestyle & needs.⁣

I’m a coach that helps you find your “happy.” I understand how living with gut issues, being overweight, or simply having a poor relationship with yourself paralyzes you.

I’m not a coach that’s gonna give you a specific meal plan, sell you sh*t that doesn’t work, or put on a façade that me or my life is perfect. Perfect doesn’t help anybody, remember that.

I’m gonna share my story & let you decide how to put your puzzle pieces together as your guide.

Specific Products did significantly help me. I don’t have a gallbladder either, fyi.⁣
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I created an entire supplement guide just for you! PDF LINK IN IG BIO!⁣ I’m happy to answer questions via comments or dm.

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So fueling like an athlete with special digestive needs & why digestion matters.

Here are my top tips living with gut issues as a fitnessor just like you! Swipe!


⁣Why do I eat a meat based diet?⁣
— I’m sensitive to lectins, oxalates, high histamine, high fodmap foods & phytates. ⁣
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I wondered for years why I felt like poo after eating nut butters, high amounts of veggies, fruits, fiber, sweet potatoes, breads, & any nuts & seeds. Basically my body hates anything but coffee, gf alcohol, eggs, & meat.

Why I choose a diet based on animal foods

  • Majority of my calories are from the most nutrient-dense bioavailable foods
  • I LOVE & thrive off meat with no digestion issues.
  • Minimal fiber, meaning everything is easy to digest.⁣
  • Low to no sugar, or highly palatable processed carb based foods. These are my biggest triggers when it comes to binging or basically eating like an a$$hole
  • Natural fats & plenty of protein. I’m fuller longer, don’t have energy crashes.
  • My body is more recovered, less inflamed, I eat more food & stay leaner with no binging. My workouts feel great & I simply do what I love.⁣
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    I modify my “carnivore” diet to my preferences. There is room for leniency, you are in charge of your adventure.
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    I hope this helps you find your happy! Go crush it, Team!⁣

If you need 1:1 support, apply here!

#ibs #ibd #crohns #colitis #carnivorediet

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Your simple answer to tracking and logging collagen as protein

collagen powder in a scoop

Q: If I use collagen does that count towards my protein? Should I track it?

A: It depends😂 

Scrubs from Jaanuu

I posted how I prepare my preworkout coffee in IG stories today, which includes collagen. They are saved in highlights under supplements. Check those out. 

I personally feel you don’t have to consume collagen supplements if you’re getting adequate animal protein. I do not count collagen towards my protein intake.

➡️Collagen has calories. So if you’re tracking macros with the intent of also tracking calories, you should account for it.

➡️However, collagen isn’t a “complete” protein as far as amino acid profile. That means you’re missing out on other essential amino acids you need for body functions like muscle growth & repair.

For my Carnivore people, pork rinds fall into this category as far as not being a complete protein. 

I would avoid using pork rinds as an optimal source of protein. In fact people often over consume pork rinds causing things like weight/fat gain, inflammation, water retention, digestive upset, constipation, & histamine reactions.

If you can moderate this popular “snacky” choice & still stay on track, it’s a great option for low carbers & carnivores but should not be used as an optimal source of protein, neither should collagen.

If you’re having trouble hitting your protein intake I suggest⬇️

👉🏼Increasing portions of meat &/or eggs per meal to ensure you’re getting enough complete protein. Ex: if you normally eat 4 oz, bump that up to 6 oz.

👉🏼 If you have a hard time consuming enough meat, this is where protein powders come in handy. Check ingredients, make sure you’re consuming a natural source with minimal artificial ingredients & one that doesn’t include triggers such as artificial preservatives, dairy (if you’re lactose intolerant), artificial sweeteners, gums, fillers, or extra fiber if you have problem with fiber.

I use ISO-perfect or Medipure DS from @Nuethix_Formulations with minimal digestive issues. 

Link to products in IG bio & Highlights

Pre workout: @strongcoffeecompany

Discount code: katiekelly

Protein Powder: @nuethix_formulations

Discount Code: lilbitoffit 

FYI – Scrubs: @jaanuubydrneela

Top XXS, Pants XXS Petite 

(I’m 5’1, 105lbs)

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How to take digestive enzymes and supplements! Digestion tips to beat the bloat!

The quick & dirty on how to properly take digestive enzymes. ⁣

⁣These were one of the first supplements I tried when experiencing chronic bloat, gas, pain, cramping, etc. ⁣ I created an entire supplement guide just for you! LINK HERE!

⁣I really had no idea the application of these supplements or how digestion worked. I’d take them willy nilly expecting my gut flares & issues to magically disappear. ⁣

⁣Enzymes play an essential role in physiological processes throughout the body. Natural digestive enzymes, such as lipase, amylase, & protease, aid in breaking down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. ⁣

⁣First & foremost, if you’re experiencing chronic problems, go get tested, see your doctor, practitioner, or qualified coach. Stop ignoring you have a problem.⁣

⁣The best time to take your enzymes is right before, or right as you start eating. When in doubt, check the label. Usually anywhere from 15-30 minutes right before you eat is ideal.⁣

⁣Most of us lack stomach acid. We don’t slow down when we chew our food, we’re always in get sh*t done mode & this is the first step in the digestion process. ⁣

⁣EXAMPLES OF COMMON SUPPS & TIMING:⁣

💊BETAINE HCL &/or ACV: increase stomach acid to breakdown down macros, especially proteins & fats. Take prior to eating.⁣

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💊OX BILE: great for people without a gallbladder, especially doing keto/low carb/carnivore. Take prior to eating.⁣

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💊MOST BROAD SPECTRUM DIGESTIVE ENZYMES: take before or mid meal.⁣

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💊FISH OIL & MULTIVITAMINS: take mid meal.⁣

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💊PROBIOTICS: take at night on an empty stomach.⁣

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I take primarily @nuethix_formulations products. Link Here. Discount Code: lilbitoffit at checkout! Above are my favs!⁣

⁣Swipe for tips on how to improve your digestion, supplements that help me and common triggers that cause problems.⁣

Who else had no idea how to take their #digestiveenzymes ?🤪 💊 ⁣

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Gut Healing: Trigger foods, safe foods, and supplements that transformed my life

Every transformation story has a common denominator — a decision. ⁣

⁣Someone decided to make a choice. Often times we don’t know what we don’t know.

We focus solely on aesthetic indicators of progress instead of things like energy level, happiness, health, healing from within first & that means more than just your gut, it means your shxtty relationship with yourself too.

⁣I chose to find the root cause of my health & life challenges. I chose to research ME & make decisions to embody the person I desired. 

I chose to be self-aware, even when it was painful & downright dirty.

A big thing learned since going meat based with my diet & spending time alone is I’ve lived a huge chunk of my life addicted to addictions.

One biggie — food addiction. I never viewed it as a true “addiction” like drugs & alcohol before — It is.

It was an enormous driver to my demise in every facet of life over my 38 years. It affected my mood, my performance, my relationships, my professional success — ERY thing.

⁣Serious talk – because many of us don’t realize we have a problem or understanding of our mind & body’s needs…

We don’t realize we’re not moderators, we can’t have just 1 chip or cupcake because it leads to self sabotaging. Our habits cause our gut problems, hormone issues, mental & physical state. Which all affect your life goals and ability to lose body fat & gain health.

I used to live to eat. Food controlled every thought — it controlled ME. I used to live for the highs like over exercising & people pleasing. What happens is you lose yourself.

To all of you who message me with heartbreaking emotions of desperation, hopelessness, frustration & confusion — I hear you, I see you.

And here’s what I’ll repeat — every transformation starts with making a decision to choose YOU & not an EXCUSE.⁣

⁣Choose to THRIVE.

⁣WELL FED WOMEN CHANGE THE WORLD.⁣

❤️🌻👑🥩🏋🏼‍♀️🦾⁣

⁣Things I Discovered

My Typical Gut “Safe” Foods

📝(I only eat eggs & meat primarily now)

🤍Meats: ground beef & chicken, beef steak, pork chops or loin, chicken without skins, salmon, shrimp, tilapia, any seafood 🥩

🤍Eggs & Egg Whites 🍳 

🤍White Rice 🍚 

🤍Baked White potatoes without skin (in moderation) 🥔 

🤍Rice Chex Cereal & Rice Cakes (in moderation) 🥣 

🤍Lowfodmap veggies: zucchini (without skin, avoid raw), mushrooms, black olives 🥒

🤍 Real butter (in moderation) 🧈

Supplements that help me:

🚨ALL LINKS & DISCOUNT CODES HERE🚨

💊 @nuethix_formulations 

  • Medipure DS (Protein, Vitamins/Minerals, Liver Detox, Gut Healing)
  • Utilyze (Digestive Enzymes)
  • Nu-Multi (Multivitamin)
  • Flora-Protect (Probiotic)
  • Cort-Eaze (Cortisol Control post workout)
  • Relax Liposomal  (Sleep Aid)

☕️ @strongcoffeecompany 

  • Morning Mix (Preworkout, Mental Clarity, Energy)

💦 @goultima Electrolytes

My Common Gut Triggers:⁣

▪️Gluten⁣ & Fiber 🥖

▪️Dairy⁣ 🧀

▪️Artificial sweeteners & preservatives⁣ 🍭

▪️Carbonated diet drinks with aspartame🥤

▪️Corn & high fiber grains ⁣🌽

▪️Nuts & seeds, popcorn ⁣🍿

▪️Caffeine (>400mg) & alcohol⁣ (>2 drinks)

▪️Beer, Wine, sugary cocktails 🍺

▪️High fiber raw veggies⁣, avocado 🥕🥑 

▪️Cruciferous veggies 🥦 

▪️Fruit with skins or seeds, lettuce 🥬 🍎

▪️Excessively large meals⁣ 🥘

▪️Eating fast, onion/garlic/spicy seasoning🧅

▪️Sugar free gum & sugar alcohols 🍬

▪️High fodmap, high lectin & oxalate food🥗