P R E S E N T E D B Y :
C R Y S T A L S A L T R E L L I
C e r t i f i e d H e a l t h C o u n s e l o r , A A D P
G a s t r o p a r e s i s E d u c a t o r & A u t h o r
Gastroparesis-Friendly Juicing & Blending
In this class, we’ll cover…
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…the benefits of juicing and blending for gastroparesis.
…choosing the right equipment.
…how to make GP-friendly juices.
…how to make GP-friendly smoothies.
…troubleshooting tips.
…your questions.
The Benefits of Juicing & Blending for GP
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Easy way to incorporate more color
Increases overall variety
Allows you to incorporate foods that may otherwise be poorly tolerated or off-limits
Provides additional nutrients
Enhances absorption of nutrients
Introduces different flavors
Crowds out empty foods
Can help with weight maintenance
Decreases cravings for processed/junk foods
Differences Between Juicing and Blending
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Fiber Volume
Absorption Balance
J U I C E R S
B L E N D E R S
O T H E R T O O L S
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Getting Started
Choosing the Right Equipment
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When choosing a juicer or blender consider…
your needs.
your budget.
the quality of the machine.
the quality of the juice/puree produced.
ease of use.
ease of clean-up.
warranty options.
Breville Compact Juice Fountain ($99)
Centrifugal Juicers
Pros:
- Easy to use
- Easier to clean
- Less expensive
Cons:
- Faster oxidation
- Juice doesn’t last as long
- Less juice overall
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Breville Ikon Multispeed ($199)
Breville Elite Juice Fountain ($299)
Note: I am not affiliated with Breville. I just like their products.
Champion Commercial Juicer ($299)
Masticating Juicers
Pros:
- Run slower
- Preserves more nutrients
- Juice lasts longer
Cons:
- Harder to clean
- Take longer to use
- More expensive
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Omega J8006 ($299)
Blendtec ($399-$649)
High-
Powdered
Blenders
Pros:
- Increases options in the GP-friendly diet
- Multi-use (smoothies, soups, purees, sauces, nut butters, milks, flours)
- Quality & warranty
Cons:
- Price
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Vitamix ($449-$649; free shipping code: 06-007170)
Waring ($99)
Less Expensive
Blenders
Pros:
- Price
Cons:
- Less powerful
- Fewer options for smoothies, purees, etc.
- Likely to wear out over time
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Breville Blender ($199)
Other Tools
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To make juicing/blending easier, I recommend:
A good knife and peeler
Dedicated cutting board
Very fine mesh strainer
Mason jars
Freezer-safe containers
Debbie Meyer Green Bags
C H O O S I N G F R U I T S & V E G E T A B L E S
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Getting Started
When Choosing Produce Consider…
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Variety
Quality
Health goals
Health concerns
Organic (Dirty Dozen) Conventional (Clean 15)
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Apples Bell Peppers Blueberries (domestic) Celery Grapes (imported) Kale and collard greens Lettuce Nectarines (imported) Peaches Potatoes Spinach Strawberries
Avocado
Asparagus
Cabbage
Cantaloupe (domestic)
Eggplant
Grapefruit
Kiwi
Mangoes
Mushrooms
Onions
Pineapple
Sweet corn
Sweet peas
Sweet potatoes
Watermelon
When to Buy Organic
High FODMAP Other
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Apples
Beets
Blackberries
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Cherries
Fennel
Garlic
Green Bell Pepper
Mangoes
Onion
Pears
Peaches
Plums
Watermelon
Broccoli, spinach, kale, radishes, cauliflower -hypothyroid
Citrus, tomatoes, mint - GERD
Grapefruit – variety of medications
Fruits/Veggies to Avoid (for some people!)
T H E B A S I C S
B E S T P R A C T I C E S
C O M M O N I N G R E D I E N T S
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GP-Friendly Juicing
Juicing Basics
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Juicing removes the majority of the fiber from fruits and vegetables.
Most of the vitamins, minerals, and enzymes are retained in the juice.
Fresh juice contains enzymes and nutrients that are not found in pasteurized juices.
It’s best to drink juices right away, as it loses nutrients over time.
Juicing for GP Best Practices
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To obtain optimal nutrition, juice a variety of fruits and vegetables throughout the week. Think about the RAINBOW!
Just because it’s a liquid, doesn’t mean it will be well-tolerated. Slow and careful experimentation is still necessary, especially when getting started with juicing.
Start with 4-6 ounces of juice, diluted with an equal amount of water.
Start with simple combinations of produce (1 fruit + 1 veggie, for example) until you’ve determined what you do and do not tolerate.
Fruits/Veggies for GP-friendly Juices
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Apples *
Arugula
Beets *
Blood orange
Blueberries
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Celery
Chard
Cucumbers
Grapes
Honeydew
Kale
Kiwi *
Lettuces
Mango *
Papaya *
Peaches *
Pears *
Pineapple
Spinach
Watermelon *
*high in FODMAPs
To Improve Taste For Symptom Management
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Mint
Lemon
Lime
Mint: may alleviate pain, cramping, and heartburn (not appropriate for GERD)
Ginger: anti-nausea; pro-motility
Coriander/cilantro: enhances peristalsis; increases digestive juices
Juicing “Add-ins”
T H E B A S I C S
B E S T P R A C T I C E S
C O M M O N I N G R E D I E N T S
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GP-Friendly Blending
Blending Basics
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Blending pulverizes fruits and veggies decreasing the workload of the stomach.
Blending does not remove fiber.
Though smoothies and purees are liquids/soft foods, excess fat/fiber may still exacerbate symptoms.
Smoothies can be stored in the fridge or freezer, but taste and consistency is best when consumed right away.
Blending Best Practices
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Start with simple fruit smoothies. Fruit plus liquid.
Experiment with various liquids, protein powders, supplements, and other add-ins one at a time to determine what works for you.
Do not add fiber supplements or high-fiber protein powders.
Use GP-friendly fruits and low-fiber veggies without seeds or skins unless you have a high-powered blender (Vitamix/Blendtec).
Focus on the nutrient-quality of smoothies. Avoid adding empty calories and excess sugar.
Fruits/Veggies for GP-friendly Smoothies
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Avocado #
Bananas
Blueberries #
Cantaloupe
Cucumbers (peeled; seedless)
Honeydew
Kiwi #
Mango *
Papaya *
Peaches *
Pineapple
Spinach # (raw or steamed)
Strawberries #
Sweet potatoes/yams (flesh only; cooked)
Watermelon *
Squash/pumpkin (canned/cooked)
*high in FODMAPs
#Vitamix or similar recommended
Liquids for GP-friendly Smoothies
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Water Coconut
water Nut milk
Rice milk
Oat milk Juice
(fresh)
Smoothie “Add-ins”
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Protein powder
Vitamin/supplement powders
Nut butters
Cooked grains (rice, cream of buckwheat, oatmeal)
Coconut oil
Cocoa Powder
Fish oil
Flaxseed oil
Greek yogurt/Kefir*
W H A T I F M Y S Y M P T O M S F L A R E U P ?
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Troubleshooting
Are you…
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…drinking too much at one time? Start with 4-6 ounces of juice and about 1 cup of smoothie.
…drinking too much overall? Start with one serving of juice and/or one smoothie per day until you know how much and what you tolerate.
…drinking too fast? Chew your juices and smoothies. Digestion begins in the mouth. Sip slowly over time.
…trying too many things at once? Start basic. Two veggies and a fruit for juices. One fruit and liquid for smoothies.
Are you…
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…drinking undiluted juice? Try adding an equal amount of water.
…adding too much fiber or fat to your smoothies? Check the nutritional content of all powders, liquids, and other add-ins. Choose lower fiber fruits/veggies.
…using too many high FODMAP fruits & veggies? Experiment with choosing lower FODMAP options.
…using other ingredients that you might not tolerate? Dairy and soy are common triggers.
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Additional Resources
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Questions?
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Next Class
Gastroparesis 101 for Loved Ones June 13th at 8pm EDT – FREE
I’ll be talking to family/friends/caregivers to help them better understand gastroparesis, how they can best support the GPer in their life, and how to address the unique challenges that they face due to gastroparesis.
Register now at: http://bit.ly/GPfamily
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