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I'm looking for ideas for suggestions for a healthier diet that would help me manage my bipolar disorder. I'm still taking meds but what are good things to eat, and drink, etc. that would at least help somewhat? What would you suggest to be avoided?

That's a huge subject. I'm convinced a lot of it is individual but there are a few places to start.

I have shared this link with a lot of people:

http://nourishedkitchen.com/nutritio...-chronic-pain/

Weston price is the diet she likes and I agree. There is nothing harmful about like fad diets. It de emphasizes carbs and emphasizes veggies but does not eliminate meat.

You could also check out beyondmeds.com. She is a big believer that many MI patients have gut issues before and after. Weston price is a good diet for that.

If you are up for the challenge lifespa.com does a twice a year global cleanse. It is coming up in a couple weeks. I did it once and it had a very big impact. It is not a dangerous cleanse but it is not easy and it is rather expensive. The website has other information too.

Some specifics... Eliminate or reduce refined sugar and caffeine. Sodas are particularly bad. Lower carb intake from things like bread. You can replace it with legumes and there are tons to try. Healthy fats are fine. I think a no fat diet is not very healthy at all.



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Odwalla green goo. I don't think it is called green goo but it has an ugly green color but it actually tastes real good. If you are not good about eating raw veggies a half gallon of this stuff will give your 8 servings. All kinds of good stuff in it.

It you can't get Owalla there is another brand called boat house, there is another one too but I forget the name.

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Owalla was started in Stockton CA right next door to where I worked. Very successful and then sold out to pepsi I think it was. Greed over their mission statement and principle.

The blog I mentioned, nourished kitchen is also releasing a book.

http://nourishedkitchen.com/4-days-support/

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Any, good, balanced diet (like the DASH diet) is always helpful; lots of fresh food, 5+ fruits and vegetables a day, 25+ grams of fiber, enough protein (protein with every meal/snack) not so much "junk"/processed food, etc. Getting a couple bottles of water a day and staying well hydrated is good for one too.

Bipolar Diet: Foods to Avoid and Good Foods to Eat

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Oh yeah, Odwala Super Food it was called. For a guy like me who no way am I gonna shove a bunch of raw vegetables down my face every day it is a good solution, I think. The wheat grass gets me wired. Go to Jamba Juice and get a couple of shots of wheat grass and you will get wired. I love the Odwala products.

Original Superfood Drink | Odwalla

ingredients
Apple Juice, Peach, Mango, Strawberry and Banana Purees, Spirulina, Soy Lecithin, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Wheat Grass, Barley Grass, Wheat Sprouts, Jerusalem Artichoke, Lemon Bioflavonoids, and Nova Scotia Dulse.

I don't think it's necessary to go on a specific diet as long as you're eating more healthily.

Things that have significantly helped me:

• Replacing refined sugars with natural sources such as berries. I do this with oatmeal, cereal, for dessert, etc.
• I used to be a heavy drinker of caffeinated drinks. Now I drink only 1-2 cups of tea a day, ideally Earl Grey or green tea. I drink a lot of chamomile tea, and I find that it helps me with anxiety.
• Cutting down on simple, processed (e.g. white) grains. Instead, I look for whole grains, or I'll replace my carbs during meals with a vegetable or leafy greens.
• I used to be a binge drinker. However, now I'll have a drink every week or every two weeks. Alcohol interferes with BP medication anyway.
• Cutting down on foods that are greasy, or which have excessive salt (this last part is difficult for me, because I have severe salt cravings during mania and hypomania)
• Taking 2000-3000mg of high quality omega-3 fatty acids daily. These can take a while to work, but will positively impact most people's lives.

[shortandcute]

All your posts have been very helpful.