Here is a recipe that you will want to keep on hand for the beginning stages of your LEAP diet therapy (a.k.a. personalized immune calming food plan based upon the results of the MRT test.) This will help you maintain a good energy level and avoid the effects of dehydration or under-hydration!

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Be on the watch out for the common symptoms of dehydration or under-hydration outlined below!

Causes of Dehydration during the LEAP diet

Often, headache, chronic fatigue, back pain and many other symptoms are due to chronic dehydration or “under-hydration”.
During the first stages of LEAP diet therapy you are more likely to experience dehydration due to fluid shifts within your body (which often result in quick loss of “water weight” if inflammation has led to water retention in your body.)
If you reduce or eliminate beverages that you normally drink such as coffee, sodas, tea, juices, or flavored waters, you may not be drinking enough water to replace these fluids
Many of my clients realize that they never drank enough water to begin with and it becomes more apparent that this was contributing to some of their symptoms!

Signs and symptoms of dehydration or underhydration

Fatigue/tiredness – this one of the main symptoms I see. It’s amazing how much more energy you have when you are well hydrated!
Feeling thirsty (however, you can be dehydrated without feeling thirsty and as we age our thirst sensation can decrease)
Dry or sticky mouth
Headache and migraine (try drinking 2-3 cups of this electrolyte solution in the early phases of a migraine)
Lower back pain
Dry/chapped lips or hands (or feeling like you constantly need lip balm or lotion)
Dizziness when you rise/stand too quickly
Constipation and/or dry/hard stools
Low or no urine output — or not having to urinate in more that 8 hours during the day.
Concentrated urine that appears dark yellow (sometimes this is related to B vitamin intake, so keep that in mind if you are still taking B vitamin supplements)
Rapid heart rate
Poor skin turgor (Keep your hand flat and pinch the skin on the back of your hand. It should immediately bounce back – and will normally do so when well hydrated. If it stays in place or flattens out slowly, then you’re likely dehydrated. Try this check for a few days and pay attention to what is normal for you. Note that skin will likely “bounce back” more quickly in younger person than an older person due to decreased collagen in skin as we age.)
For more information visit: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dehydration/DS00561/DSECTION=

Hydration Goal

Aim for at least half of your body weight in fluid ounces of water per day. For example, a 150 lb. woman would need 75 fl. oz of water daily.

Kitchen Notes

Coconut water is a wonderful natural source of electrolytes. Look for coconut water that is just 1 ingredient — coconut water! Some brands contain citric acid or other preservatives that are not MRT tested or they may contain added sugar. I have even found 100% coconut juice in the ethnic sections of the grocery store.

Pineapple Juice: Can’t do pineapple juice? try 100% orange juice or grapefruit juice instead.

Sound familiar?

Are you dealing with embarrassing digestive issues, debilitating migraines, chronic aches/pains or sleepless nights? Maybe you just don’t feel good and you suspect that what you eat really does affect how you feel. Are you ready to take a deep dive to get to the bottom of your issues? Let’s talk about how we can develop a personalized plan to help you get your life back… naturally! Schedule an appointment with me here.