Fodmap problems here. I sub canned lentils for legumes. Mixed veggies are good if you can find ones without peas. Asian ones come with seasoning/sauce, so I lightly steam/nuke them, then rinse or drain before I add to my stir fry. I tolerate some things, but can’t stack a lot. Thanks for your article. I’m off my usual big salads and am choosing fruits with smooth skins/peelable, etc. because of US problems with Cyclospora right now. Frozen veggies and fruits as well as canned are good alternatives if you can avoid salt added sugar or corn syrup. All can be rinsed.
You have just described my standard base diet ! Beans on homebaked wholemeal seeded bread. Topped with eggs or cheese. Occasional fish & frozen veg. Plus fruit.
Lucky enough to have a sunny 8x8 ft spot of land to plant beans and cucumbers. I blanche and freeze the green beans and make pickles from the cucumbers.
Frozen vegetables make great soup, roast them a bit in the oven then vroom them up with broth and herbs and salt . Add heat if you like it. If you swirl in an egg you get egg drop soup.
Great no-nonsense piece. Side note: Has anyone wise noticed how hard it is to find tuna in brine these days?! So many different flavours. But brine is best.
I would add oats to the budget list.
Lots more I could add! Don't want to bore everyone 🤣
Also barley flakes
I would also add oats! And my favourite snack is walnuts!
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Love this list! People are looking for more healthy bang for their buck, and these hit the spot.
Beans on toast will never die!
Fodmap problems here. I sub canned lentils for legumes. Mixed veggies are good if you can find ones without peas. Asian ones come with seasoning/sauce, so I lightly steam/nuke them, then rinse or drain before I add to my stir fry. I tolerate some things, but can’t stack a lot. Thanks for your article. I’m off my usual big salads and am choosing fruits with smooth skins/peelable, etc. because of US problems with Cyclospora right now. Frozen veggies and fruits as well as canned are good alternatives if you can avoid salt added sugar or corn syrup. All can be rinsed.
Trial and error and best nutrition will always be personal
You have just described my standard base diet ! Beans on homebaked wholemeal seeded bread. Topped with eggs or cheese. Occasional fish & frozen veg. Plus fruit.
Perfect!
All i can afford ! Luxury once a month of a meat dish and that is it 😂🫣
Lucky enough to have a sunny 8x8 ft spot of land to plant beans and cucumbers. I blanche and freeze the green beans and make pickles from the cucumbers.
Wow that’s brilliant!
Dr A, have you done a column on the benefits of lacto-fermenting vegetables and fruits, and did I miss it?
For those without freezer space, lacto-fermenting (using only salt and water) is also great. As well as being great for the gut.
I have written about postbiotics - check it out!
Excellent advice. Staples, that are affordable for most and help us and our guts.
I think so too!
Red and green lentils are another budget standby for me.
great choice!
What? You forgot Gut’s best friend sauerkraut
Haha I love sauerkraut - I spoke about it in my postbiotic article
Think I'd add unsalted nuts. Maybe more expensive but good source of protein etc.
I love the list you've given - just cannot beat beans on toast. Oh and how can anyone not eat the yolk of an egg - sacrilege!!
I agree! Yes I could have added much more! May need to make a part 2
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Thanks for a great list.
Thank you!
Frozen vegetables make great soup, roast them a bit in the oven then vroom them up with broth and herbs and salt . Add heat if you like it. If you swirl in an egg you get egg drop soup.
sounds delicious!
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Most welcome!
Mushy peas on toast are great too - liven them up with a swirl of harissa or hot sauce. Add an egg - that’s a great meal.
Ufff sounds brilliant
Delighted with myself for eating these regularly! Great list & information. Thanks
Brilliant!!
Great no-nonsense piece. Side note: Has anyone wise noticed how hard it is to find tuna in brine these days?! So many different flavours. But brine is best.
Thank you! I avoid the brine tins you can take mine!