What Does "GP-Friendly" Really Mean?

If you've been with me for any period of time, you've no doubt seen me use the term "GP-friendly" to describe a variety of recipes, foods and products.   But you've also heard me say (repeatedly) that everyone with gastroparesis has different dietary tolerances.   Confused?  Let me explain.

When I call something GP-friendly, I'm indicating that:

(a)   It doesn't contain anything that is known to cause bezoars or blockages. No nuts, seeds, skins, hulls, peels, dried fruit, etc.

(b)    It’s relatively low in fat, low in fiber, and easy to digest.

(c)    It's likely to be well-tolerated by many people with gastroparesis.

Anything that meets these criteria would be part of a gastroparesis-friendly diet. The catch?  

There are things that I deem "GP-friendly" that don't agree with me personally.  Likewise, there may be some that don't agree with you.  As I tell my clients, GP-friendly doesn't always mean <your name here>-friendly. Experimentation is the key to figuring out works for you within the context of a gastroparesis-friendly diet.  

While I know that's frustrating and it's tempting to stick to foods that you feel “safe” with, I encourage you to keep trying things — for the sake of your overall nutrition, as well as your satisfaction and enjoyment.