?? Embracing the Gracie Diet: My Personal Journey ??

I am thrilled to share a personal milestone on my wellness journey since Oct 2023. This wouldn't have been possible without the invaluable support and guidance of my dear friend, Rorion Gracie.

Rorion Gracie is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, martial artist, and co-founder of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is a member of the legendary Gracie family, known for their pioneering work in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Rorion is credited with popularising Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the United States.

From Roots to Page: Unveiling the Gracie Diet's Origin and the Birth of Its Book

The "Gracie Diet", developed by Grand Master Carlos Gracie over 65 years, emphasizes eating natural foods and combining them for optimal digestion. It's not about limiting what you eat, but rather how you mix foods. The key is to eat specific food groups together at each meal. You eat three meals a day, spaced about four and a half hours apart, without snacks in between. Proper food combining can prevent digestive issues and support weight management and overall health. Many people have found success with the Gracie Diet, reporting significant health improvements and relief from conditions like IBS and acid reflux.

Drawing upon Rorion family's deep-rooted knowledge and expertise in nutrition and martial arts and being part of the renowned Gracie family, Rorion had firsthand experience with the principles and practices of the Gracie Diet, which had been developed and refined by generations of his ancestors. Rorion combined this traditional knowledge with his own insights and experiences to articulate the principles of the Gracie Diet in a book format, sharing it with a wider audience interested in health, nutrition, and holistic wellness.

My Journey to Discovery and Introduction to the Gracie Diet

Struggling with reflux problems and related symptoms, I was seeking solutions when my husband introduced me to Rorion Gracie and the Gracie Diet. With hopes of improving my health through dietary changes, I started this new approach.

Rorion introduced me to the transformative principles of the Gracie Diet, providing me with insightful books, guidance, and encouragement every step of the way. His passion for optimal health and performance has been truly inspiring, and I am deeply grateful for his generosity in sharing his knowledge with me.

A principle of the Gracie diet is to keep blood pH level neutral by consuming appropriate or compatible nutrients at each meal with the help of combination. The diet is flexible to an extent but it prohibits consumption of pork, its derivatives, alcohol and tobacco.

Foods are separated into six groups:

Group A – Vegetables – greens, meat, seafood, fats, and oily foods

Group B – Starches

Group C – Sweet fruits and foods, fresh and creamy cheeses

Group D – Acidic fruits

Group E – Raw bananas

Group F– Milk

A glimpse into my experience

a. Timing between meals: I've made it a priority to follow the recommended timing between meals, and I've found it to be a great tip that I can manage with ease. ?

b. No snacks: Keeping to just 2-3 meals a day without snacks has become a manageable routine for me, with a success rate of 95%. ?

c. Cooking & choice of food:

• Simplifying my cooking routine by opting for just one cooked meal and incorporating more fruits and vegetables has been a game-changer. It not only makes my life easier but also reassures me that I'm on the right track. ????
• Learning about food combinations has been a joint effort with my husband. His verbal reminders, along with insights from the book and magnet, have been invaluable. While I'm still learning, I'm grateful for the progress we've made together. ??
• I'm delighted to see my kids becoming more aware of and adapting to the Gracie Diet principles at a young age. It fills me with joy to know that they're starting off on the right foot. ????

d. Challenges:

• Adjusting to new cooking habits and unlearning old ones has been a journey. I hope to become more creative to incorporate the Gracie Diet principles into my menu planning. It's a work in progress.
• Adapting to the temperature preferences of the Gracie Diet has been a learning curve for me, especially since I enjoy hot meals.?

Results:

• I'm thrilled to report that my chronic cough and excessive throat clearing have almost been eliminated since adopting the Gracie Diet.
• I've experienced zero heartburn, bloating, or feelings of sickness, and my breath feels fresher than ever.
• Maintain a consistent body weight within the healthy BMI range. I've returned to my middle school weight, I feel confident and in control of my health.
• Overall, my mood and energy levels have been consistently positive, leaving me feeling calm, centered, and ready to tackle whatever comes my way.

I am excited to continue exploring the principles of the Gracie Diet and sharing my journey with others who are seeking to optimize their health and performance.?

For more insights and inspiration, check out Rorion Gracie's official YouTube channel: Rorion Gracie Official

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