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1. Are all these fresh fruits and vegetables expensive?

2. Does it take a lot of time and work to prepare these meals?

3. Me and my wife are following the GD and absolutely love it! Here's my question: Most of the dishes are for 2-4 people. We try to modify them to be enough for the both of us. If there are left overs, can we reheat and eat again or must we throw away and start fresh? Question B: Can we make large amounts to have several times throughout the week?

4. 1) Do bananas combine with anything from group B? 2) What about eggs (which are neutral) and bananas? 3) I know your recommendation for adults is to avoid milk, but what about coconut milk?

5. What group would plain grits (corn derviative/ hot cereal) be in?

6. As I continue to incorporate the Gracie Diet into my daily routine, I feel stuck on a couple of questions: Tomatoes: what are sweet or acidic varieties, and can I add minced or fresh crushed garlic to my (olive oil/salt) salad dressing?

7. AS FAR AS PROTIEN SHAKES, HOW CAN I INCORPORATE IT IN THE GRACIE DIET? I AM TRYING TO BUILD MUSCLE AND WOULD LIKE SOME EXPERT ADVISE.

8. hello, i am reading the gracie diet on the go chapter and i recently got a giftcard to applebees. would i be able to combine the mozzarella sticks and the dynamite shrimp together? thankyou

9. My question is about spacing meals 4-1/2 hours. Does the 4-1/2 hours measure from the start of breakfast to the start of lunch; or from the end of breakfast to the start of lunch?

10. why does your diet say NO pork??

11. What time would you suggest that I not eat after in the evening? If still I'm hungry near bed time, is it permissible to have a snack? Fruit for example.

12. I'm not a morning person, so I have difficultly eating when I get up. I also need to loose a couple of pounds so would it be a good idea to start the day with just fruit?

13. Hi ! I ask myself a question for a long time ! Since coffe (or tea) is neutral , why can't we drink some of these (without sugar) between meals (as coconut water). Christophe (french follower of the gracie diet)

14. In between meals, you suggest drinking a glass of water as a substitue for food when one feels hunger pangs. I have been drinking a lot of water in between my meals. Is drinking a lot of water recommended, or do you just suggest drinking water when one feels hungry? Thanks.

15. Do you have any guidance on portion sizes? For example, if I were to have a meal consisting of salmon, salad and brown rice, how much of each should I have? Or what fraction of the total meal should each one be?

16. Late night meal: Some days I eat lunch around noon, but I don't get to eat my next meal until 9pm. Is this a problem?

17. Why is there NO pork allowed on your diet???

18. hello, love the book. is tofu a group A food? please email me and let me know. thank you. sincerely, matthew kanis

19. I usually eat my evening meal around six with my family after work. Gracie Jiu-jitsu usually starts at seven, we finish around nine. After training to boost recovery, is it OK to have a shake, even though it is not four hours since my last meal? Thank-you so much for your time.

20. What is the best post traininig shake that you would recomend after Gracie jiu-jitsu training to enhance recovery? Thank-you so much for your time.

21. Have you thought about putting the food groups on a laminated card that you can carry with you. It would be nice to have when shopping or eating out.

22. Why can't we eat the same food within 24 hours?

23. Any plans for an electronic version of the book? I'd love a copy but living in the UK, the shipping is nearly as much as the book! Same with the juice bag - I know you can't do an electronic one of these! - but the shipping seems disproportionate to the size / weight and cost of the item! Enough moaning, though. Loving the Gracie insider and te Gracie Diet website. Thanks Guys...

24. I'm a big fan of the straight juices, watermelon or grape for instance. Do I still have to wait 4 1/2 hours after I have plain juice? I've strained out all the solids with my juice bag so I'm wondering about the timing. Thanks Steve

25. Have a question regarding question 8. How come it is allowed to combine mozzarella sticks (cheese, group C) with shrimp (group A)? Also in your corn soup recipe (which is great) you combine corn in the cob (group A) with a cheese sandwich (bread group B and cheese group C). I'm a little confused about cheese now! I thought it combined only with other group C and one of the group B products. It is always group C? Or it depends on the type of cheese or the way you prepare it! Thank you!

26. I am diabetic. Do you look at glycemic indexes in your diet? Can the diet neutrilize diabetes?

27. Rorion, I am a physician and would like more information on the methodology your family used to develop the Gracie Diet food combinations. The foods you recommend are healthy choices and it strikes me that one would do well if he/she restricted his/her diet to these items, regardless of how they were combined. How did you conclude that the combinations recommended are advantageous? Was it solely on the basis of your readings? If so, can you reference the literature you relied on? What type of experimenting did your family do to develop the combinations? Were outcomes based solely on family members' subjective feelings of wellness, or were there measured, objective, reproducible criteria? Thank you. Tad Baum

28. what can i do to loose 20pounds i had back surgery and gain weight sitting around the house,i walk all the time and thats all.but not eating well or sleeping to good at night due to this back surgery. THANK YOU

29. How much water do you drink and how often? Is it possible to drink too much water?

30. Hello I am a vegan and was wondering if the Gracie Diet will work for a vegan. I'm not getting as much calories and protein that I should be right now and was looking to change up my eating habits with keeping compassion towards animals at the forefront.

31. Hello, I'm a 4 year Gracie Jiu Jitsu student under Chet Schemahorn. I am currently working on implementing the Gracie diet into my lifestyle and career as a Police Officer. What about coffee?? I do love my coffee! But, no high sugar super latte=frappa thingies for me. Just plain old coffee with a little bit of cream. I know coffee is acidic, but being a beverage, where would it fall on the chart? Since I only consume perhaps 1-2 cups per day, do I even need to worry about it? Thank You, Justin

32. I have been waiting for a website like this for a really long time! Thank you! I'm a big fan of Gracie Jiu Jitsu and the Gracie Diet. My question is the following: Where does soy sauce fit? It is OK to have it with rice, or it is considered to be group B.

33. Do you cook with coconut oil?

34. Hi, I love your new interactive table & thank you for the new signed diet book I just received, much appreciated. Just wondering what your thoughts on raw cacao are? And if it is acceptable where would it fit into the diet. For example, would it go together in a milk shake with; raw goats milk, young coconut milk and flesh, cottage cheese, banana? Also it says raw egg yolk is neutral, so does that mean it would also go with the above mix? Thanks heaps & keep up the good work. Kind regards, Daniel

35. Thank you so much for this book, been on it for two weeks and already lost 3.5 kilos (over xmas too), new levels of self disciple ! 1) When should i ideally take my supplements (glucosamine and fish oil) 2) What group do beans fit into, butter beans, red beans, kidney beans etc. (ive noticed that the book only covers green/french beans) 3) i can not find montery jack cheese anywhere in sydney (australia) and have been told its only available in the americas, what is a good alternative to this for toasted sandwiches 4) are chillis considered as vegetables or should they be avoided? thank you for your time, keep it real !

36. Hi I have the book and have followed the family since 1993. I am about 20-30lbs UNDERweight. I was on a diet of about 4000 calories a day and I could gain weight but I felt horrible and was eating all the time. Any advice would be great. Thanks for the book

37. Hallo! Happy New Year! Great site the graciediet.com. Thank you! Have just orded your Gracie Diet book. My question: Some of the food in the different groups that you cant combine can change if you heat them up, ex heated creme cheese combines with group A and B? What about fresh creme and milk, if you heat them up can you combined them with group A and B? Can you heat up the different food in group C, D, E, F and G and combine them with A and B? Kind Regards Patric from Sweden.

38. Hi, I have three questions: 1) Where would isotonic beverages fit (Gatorade, Powerade, etc), are they neutral or should they be avoided 2) Is dark chocolate (75% cocoa and up) considered as group A? 3) When cooking with milk (ex: mashed potatoes) does it change it's composition so it can be combined with group A products? Thanks! Wish you and your family a great 2011.

39. Do you guys drink Sodas (Aka Pepsi, Coke, Sprite)

40. HI, i'm looking to gain 10 pounds in the next 6 months. i dont want to use protein powders or drink alot of milk. what can i do to gain that much weight/ muscle. i'm only 21 and my body is still growing, if i should be eating only every 4 1/2 hours i wont be able to gain any weight. what food do you think i should incorporate into my diet to gain it in a natuaral and healthy way. thanks.

41. What food group does turkey fall under?

42. Hi there I cant see any pasta or noodles on the diet... Is there a reason for that?

43. I Hi! Hope everything is fien with you! Once again thank you for this website! I would like to ask you the following: a) Where does the following fruit fit in: Tamarind, prickly pear, medlar, passion fruit. b) It is my understanding that mild cheese (ricotta, monterrey jack, etc) should be preferred over sharp kinds (Rockford, gouda, etc), but, just in case, where would those sharp cheeses fit. c) Which is the best way to eat group D fruit? Fruit or juice? Which is the best way to prepare, for instance, strawberry or mango juice? Do you mix it with water in the blender or do you do you use a juicer?

44. Have you taken into account the people who have Lactose intolerance in regard to recipes? The double-bonded milk sugar makes it difficult to digest and it creates side affects for the GI tract. What are alternatives to milk products (cheeses)? Thanks for addressing my questions

45. Hallo! In which food group will coconut milk be in? Kind regards Patric Sweden.

46. Hello gracie family. Do you know How much is the shipping of The Champion Juicer into England UK? and do you know if there will be any import tax? It is very expensive to get one here! £300 almost

47. Hello...just read the book and thought it was great. Please let me know your thoughts on the following foods: corn chips and mexican green hot salsa; zucchini bread; banana nut bread and V-8 low sodium vegetable juice. Thanks...Michael Luis - Student Valente Brosthers Miami

48. I am unsure which category Rhubarb would fit into. I am hoping its group A :)

49. What spices are allowed in the Gracie Diet? Can you eat very spicy food?

50. Can I drink black coffee all through the day or just water

51. How long should I wait to workout after I eat?

52. In an effort to remove sugar from my diet i have used a natural sweetner called stevia. Any advice on it.

53. its not too much sugar in the smoothies with all those bananas and apples and grapes?. Thank you

54. I need to know what group chedder and hoop (yellow cheeses) are in group A or C. I also need to know what you mean by melted or fresh . Does it mean that I should melt it if I want it in group A , Are are you talking about the process in which it is made?

55. I've just watched Rener make the Watermelon Banana Smoothie which seems pretty straight forward, does he consume the full amount that was made in the blender?

56. Can you drink black coffee between meals? Can onion and garlic powder be used on food?

57. I goto work at 630 am, I eat breakfast at 6-am..then lunch at 11-am, but dinner isn't until 730-8pm when my wife gets home from work... But by then I am starving and drinking water dosent cut it, what can I do? I understand you are supposed to wait 4.5 hours between meals, but what if you eat the same meal, lets say spinach, if I eat spinach at noon, can I have more spinach at 3pm? also I work out side, and I live in nj so during the winter months it's freezing cold and a nice cut of coffee is great,, can i drink coffee between meals? is there anything warm that I can drink between meals, I've tried warm water but its just not the same as a coffee or a green tea

58. I was wondering about egg whites. I saw that egg yolks were a neurtal food but what about egg whites?

59. I bought the book and think that it's really great. The motivational tips by Rorion really help and his Jiu-Jitsu analogies are fantastic. I am currently going through the Master Cycle and with the current increase in training tempo I am very hungry after training. I have tried having a pint of water, but end up spending my time counting the seconds (and starving) waiting on the four and a half hours to elapse. We eat our meal time at 6:00pm as a family, then I train Gracie Jiu-Jitsu at 7:00pm. Is there anything else that I can take once I finish training? Like a watermelon and banana smoothie?

60. Hi guys, tonight I'm having chicken, potatoes & peas for dinner but when I make this I usually make a chicken gravy, this is made from the juices of the chicken with very little chicken gravy granules added. If this is not allowed would you recommend because the dish would be quite dry to eat without it. Many Thanks

61. In what group concentred like beef or chicken bovril are?

62. Hello again! i just recived the Gracie diet book. Thank you! 2 questions: Should it be a map of the food groups to put on the fridge with the book? Could you have fruit from group C to breakfast, fish, rice and vegetabels to lunch and chicken, pasta and vegetabels to dinner? Kind regards Patric from Sweden.

63. Since Group D acidic fruits like lemons and lime do not combine with each other or with anything else, when, if ever, would you eat them? I can't imaging eating a lemon or lime like an apple.

64. hello again, still love the book. in the yogic diet, such as the cuisine from mysore india, the food is vegetarian, and very healthy. however, in many of the dishes there is more than one food from group b. while the other aspects of the gracie diet are all maintained in this diet(such as never mixing groups a and c), the presence of multiple group b foods concerns me. what type of damage do you feel a person is doing to themselves by eating in this way? thank you, and i look forward to your response. sincerely, matthew kanis

65. Hello Grand Master Rorion. And, happy birthday. Just a recommendation; I think it would be a good idea to make a list of teas sorting them as they fit in groups A and C. I'm assuming they are not all neutral, correct?

66. Senor Rorain, where does maple syrup group.

67. Why do you guys avoid cinnamon?

68. I try avoid eating wheat bread because it has zero fiber and I consider it less healthy. However, all the fibercontaining bread types in the foodstores containes mixed grains. What should I do? Thanks

69. i am hearing impaired and i am trying to find a way to save money by buying things i am diebatic and have arthrtitis . so i need to find a way to eat right and heal body in dieases. is there any way to understand in ur groups i cannot understand this i have to learn how to pay bills to save on food costs do u have better suggestion on food and budget thanks i live on social security check it is hard to manage with it ....

70. Regarding the quiches, soufles, and creamed spinach, do you use low or non-fat cream cheese or does it not matter if you use regular cream cheese? What is your opinion on Vitamin D milk vs 1 or 2% milk?

71. These may be answered in the book, but I just ordered mine so I'll ask a couple more questions. Why do you avoid spices if they propmote a faster metabolism and what is the difference in melted vs unmelted cheeses? You stated in an ealier post that fresh cheeses cannot be combined with other groups but melted cheeses can.

72. Is it ok to drink soya milk?

73. Hello. I live in Brazil and I have a question. If you don't eat rice and bean, and cannot we eat the same food in the same day, what do you eat day by day? And the revenues of the book and what do you show in the site they can also be made in the lunch or in the dinner?

74. Which grapes are acidic and which are sweet?

75. Is tomato soup from a can considered cooked? Are jared tomatos considered cooked?

76. Where do you stand on sprouted bread like Ezekiel Bread that's a mix of whole grains that are sprouted before being baked?

77. what's your take on veganism and vegetarianism?

78. I have 2 questions, 1st I need the recipe for the squash soup and 2nd is air popped popcorn okay and if so which category does it go under? Thanks

79. I have the book. My question, from time to time the lady across the street will send over Sweet Potatoe Pies, Or Apple Pies, Is there any way to eat them? I have a 12 year old and we both would like something sweet and good and tasty besides fruit. Also I mixed apples and bananas and felt an upset stomach. And why do you suggest chewing the mango then spitting out the pulp, the pulp gives you a full feeling. In the morning I am hungry, so I went ahead and ate the mango and felt ok.

80. How would you recommend to seasoning meats, or what type of seasoning would you use for meats?

81. Group C Meals can include a starch if it's not "prepared with fat." All of the crackers, oat cakes, corn chips, potato chips, and breads I know of are made with oil or butter in them. When is it a significant enough amount of fat in a product to make it a bad combination? (Obviously I put fresh cheeses -not butter- on them when eating a fruit meal.) I know if I needed to I could stick with starches prepared with zero fat such as rice, barley, quinoa, pasta, sweet potato, potato etc. and eat them with say ricotta cheese or fruit juice for moisture and taste, but that is not called for in the book. I don't mean to be too purist, but the question is there in the back of my mind every time I bring out the corn chips with a fruit meal. Thanks!

82. Is cream when thoroughly heated a Group A food? Or is it, like milk, a Group F food no matter what? What about thoroughly heated farm fresh cream? Thanks!

83. Why is fresh corn in Group A and not in Group B with Corn Flour and Dry Corn, Potatoes and Dry Beans? I was surprised to learn that Fresh Corn (a starch) could be combined with other starches such as potatoes and beans.

84. Why is fresh corn not considered a starch while dried corn is? A 154 g serving of fresh has 20 grams of starches (along with 4 g of fiber and 5 g of sugar). Biochemically, starches are all pretty similar, and I've never seen anything to suggest that corn starches change significantly when corn kernels are dried. Thanks!!

85. According to the article on the diet on GRACIEMAG, there was note saying "Do not eat the same fruit twice on the same day." I couldn't find anything on here saying that (still waiting on my book to arrive). I already started the diet, is this true or false? thank you in advanced.

86. How should I eat sushi ??? Is soy Soy Sauce part of the Diet ??? In what group is in it ??? How about Soy Milk, in what Group ??? by the way... " Thank you for Saving my Life "

87. Thank you so much for the website! It is absolutely amazing! My questions are the following. What is your daily average (percentile) consumption of each type of food? (Approximately how much fruit, vegetables, meat, starches, etc on daily basis). Which one do eat more on a daly basis, vegetables or fruit? Thank you!

88. Is it advisable to eat heavy in the evening even after four and a half hours have lapsed or not, some times I get home around 9:00 or 10: PM and Im hungry because I missed dinner.

89. After we eat in how much time we can train? Eg You have lunch at 12 at what time you can train?

90. I know the reason you guys don't eat pork is because of that disease decades ago, like any recent outbreak, avian, mad cow disease etc. isn't it time to change with the times?

91. -> Roliday Rappiness Smoothie So Rener can I drink as a lunch, dinner or between? Just curious if I'll be good drinking only this juice... How many cups should I drink? Thanks and keep the great working my friend. FRANCIS

92. what do you guys recommend eating after a long rolling or workout session? Sometimes I stay at the gym and roll with the guys a few hours. I never know if I should eat a big meal afterward or keep it light and if I should eat tons of protein or what. I am always super hungry afterward though. Any suggestions?

93. I have started following the gracie diet based on the recommendation of my karate instructor and i was woundering where does salad dressing fall into the groups

94. Diet is great is and i wanna do it all my life.My question is:How can i gain 20 pounds more in next two and half months?I have MMA match in that time and i need more kilos,muscles of course.I eat a lot of fruits and its much better to lose weight,what i dont want,and i dont use any supllements at all.Obrigado.

95. Thank you for the guidance Mestre Rorion. I have two questions: 1) When tomatoes (acidic) are cooked, do they change to group A? 2) Stewing group D fruit (boiling them in water, only water) changes it´s composition (ex. Strawberries and peaches)? Thanks.

96. What group would black garlic fall in? It's a fermented product.

97. im new to the diet. love it so far.. im gonna try the ryron gracie vegetable smoothie. i was wandering if i could have just that as a meal? if so how much would i have to make/drink??? thanks. owen neil.

98. Is the Gracie Diet a good method for substantial weight loss? For example loosing over 100 lbs. I am trying to avoid having weight loss surgery.

99. With what can hemp protein powder be combined; it's 100% hemp, with no flavors or any other additves. Thank you.

100. in order to keep the weight under control you stated that calories are the key element... when preparing fruit smoothies, how do you calculate more or less? eg. does the blending of the bananas reduce its original calories or each banana we put in equals an eaten banana?

101. After reading the "Gracie Diet" book I noticed that there is not much mentioned about lemons and diet. Many of my health & wellness books suggest using lemons alot, from using in water to using in many foods. Is there a danger from your research in using lemons or should they just be used in the diet as specified in their own group by themselves? Thank you for your knowledge and for the book. Excellent stuff. Paul

102. 1) What is the best type or brand of crackers that you recommended with group C meals? 2) I try not to repeat foods within 24 hrs, but does this include raisins and grapes? 3) What are your thoughts on plantains? 4) Are cranberries considered group D? 5) I cannot find fresh figs where I live, are dried organic figs recommended? Thank you for your time and knowledge. Cody

103. With the Gracie Diet is replinishing electrolytes after training (BJJ or Weight lifting) recommended?

104. Are dried (with no sugar) cranberries and goji berries part of Group D? Thank you!

105. Senor Rorian what is your view on water fasting?

106. 1ST of all --thank you 2 -I also have Anthony Robbins books and tapes on health- did he borrow from you or did you borrow from him? 3- I don't see sushi on any list---is it a yes or no? Thank you again

107. What about chewing gum? Is this allowed?

108. Is it ok to use meat tenderizer?

109. Senor Rorian thanks for the answer to fasting question. Now I am 28 years old and wondering if it is ok to practice 24 hours of fasting once a month. If not then what is a good routine for me? I am athletic and follow the diet 100 percent to the mark. Thank you.

110. Is venison allowed on this diet? What is meant by "fresh" cheese?

111. My family hunts and fishes for all of our meat products to avoid the steroids and hormones used on store bought meats. Is venison such as whitetail deer allowed on the diet? We process our own meat to ensure it is done in a sanitary and healthy way. And what of waterfowl, such as duck and goose meat?

112. can the ryron veggie smoothie been heated up to be a soup? like u guys do with corn soup?

113. Senor Rorion in a previous post you said lemons have a certain way of being eaten. Can you elaborate on how to properly eat a lemon. Oh yes sorry about misspelling your name.

114. is it ok to eat lamb?

115. Senor Rorion does non-melted mozzarella and Monterrey jack group with C along with the other cheeses? oh and is it ok when having dates and creme cheese on unsalted crackers, if the cream cheese is a little bit warm so it is easier to spread?

116. How do you recommend eating lemons and limes? I can't imaging eating them like an apple or just drinking the sour juice.

117. how do you make papaya juice? with a juicer or a blender and juice bag? is it a nice juice? thanks

118. Hello. I saw an article about green tea and said that it prevents diseases and it is good to take it every day after lunch or dinner. Is it true, and I can every day take it?

119. Hi I am a type 1 diabetic, is the Gracie Diet adaptable for my needs?

120. If I were going on a diet using a single fruit such as the banana, would it matter how much banana I have in a meal? For instance, I would eat a banana for lunch at work, but if I am still hungry after 20 minutes, which is the average time it takes to feel full, then is it ok to have more banana slowly until I feel full knowing when I am full so I dont "stuff" myself too much at a time? Thanks for calrifying this. GJJ WhiteBelt, Jason Evans

121. In regards to questions 10 and 86. Trichinosis is not a viral infection it is an infection caused by a parasitic worm that comes from undercooked pork, game, and bear meat. People who eat sushi are just as prone to parasitic worm infections that pork eaters are only the species are different.

122. Is this is a good combination: bread,butter,onion,egg and mild cheese?

123. Can I eat raw rolled oats with yoghurt , a Braeburn apple and a few wallnuts? This is my breakfast.

124. Should all tomatoes be cooked before being eaten, or is there a time when tomatoes can be eaten uncooked?

125. Hi! I hope this makes sense, is it safe to combine Group A and Group C?

126. where can I get a list of complete smoothie recipes that follow the Gracie diet?

127. Hello. I want to start the diet but have Diabetes so I'm confused on what I can eat? and can I even do this diet? Thanks

128. I get up early for work and I work out of a truck, and I would like to drink freshly juiced juice for lunch. I want to know if there is a way that i can bring juice with me...The juicer is too noisy and my house is too small to juice at 5 am before I goto work, with out waking up my baby and wife, but I would like to have juice with me. Is it ok to juice the night before and then take it to drink about 12 in the afternoon? Any suggestions? I was thinking that I may be able to juice the night before then freeze the juice and hope that it thaws by the time I am ready to drink it.

129. caro Rorion, quero somente agradecer pela maravilhosa e impressionante mudança na minha vida causada pela dieta Gracie. tenho 1,90m e em novembro estava pesando 99kg, na academia fui indicado a um nutricionista, mas como este só tinha horário disponível para 60 dias, eu que ja havia ouvido falar da dieta Gracie, comecei a pesquisar na internet e iniciei por conta própria a dieta no final de novembro. impressionantemente, sem restringir a quantidade e sem parar de comer o que eu gosto, so combinando os grupos perdi 12,5kg, e o mais impressionante é que não pus os pes na academia em dezembro nem janeiro! É igualmente notável minha disposição e meu gás nos treinos de jiu-jitsu. A aproximadamente quinze dias comprei seu livro pelo site e este me abriu muitas possibilidades que eu desconhecia dentro da dieta. Fico feliz e orgulhoso pela referência Brasileira que você e a sua família espalharam pelo mundo, não só pela supremacia do BJJ (ou GJJ) como agora pela exemplar dieta proposta. Parabenize tambem o Rener pelos excelentes videos explicativos das técnicas Gracie de jiu -jitsu e da dieta! muito obrigado; Ruan Carlo F Medeiros Fortaleza - CE

130. What about nuts? Should they be eaten raw, roasted, or roasted & salted?

131. You say whites cheeses are ok. What about Swiss, parmesan, & asiago cheeses?

132. is a scrambled egg cooked with butter served on buttered whole wheat toast with cream cheese acceptable? or should i use another cheese that can be melted?

133. I have two questions: In the book,it say,that we must not combine group A with group C,and you mix the cheese/C/,with avokado,olive oil/A/,when you making the corn soup,how is that?And in the same video you mix corn/B/and bread/B/,food from the same group,how is that?Thank you.

134. How long before bed should someone eat?

135. which group does salt belong in?thank you chris

136. Which group will cooked plantains fit into? Will it be ok to combine it with a starch? Thanks for your time.

137. If your are going to eat the renergy sandwich for lunch do you still have a salad before? If you have it for breakfast are your next two meals smoothies? and, is it ok to add chicken to the renergy sandwich, is it a proper combination?

138. The Gracie Diet talks about combining the right foods so digestion properly. When you guys refer to that does it mean that I wont get diarrhea or any uncomfortable feeling in my stomach. THank you for reading my question I know it is kinda gross but I need an answers

139. Mestre: Do you eat any kind of meat at all? If, so, how much and how often? If not, which are good substitutes? Thank you!

140. Is it ok to drink tea with bergamot oil with a fruit meal?

141. Can you drink tea with peel of orange and eat oranges in the same meal?

142. What group are green bell peppers and also jalapeno peppers?

143. Another question about nuts... What quantity of it you eat in your meal ? I ever heard that eating too much nuts is not a good thing because lot of fat... Thanks Grandmaster Rorion !

144. Ola ! Sou brasileiro, cientista na area de biotecnologia, moro em Toquio e pratico Jiu jitsu. 1- Tenho duas perguntinhas a respeito da dieta: praticamente todos os brasileiros comem diariamente arroz e feijao juntos. Esses alimentos combinam ? 2- Farofa entra em qual grupo ? Muito obrigado e abraco para voces ! Tiago

145. So, Bergamot oil is extracted from the rind of the Bergamot fruit. Even though it comes from a fruit, it still can't be mixed with tea and drank with a fruit meal?

146. I noticed in the Table of Contents there is a 14 day meal plan. Is there also an example grocery list? If not that would be a good thing to add to the second edition.

147. how many protein sources do Rener and Ryron consume in a day, I am underweight and looking to gain, but worried about not getting enough protein if I consume a sweet fruit meal in the day. Pad

148. I was curious about your views on vegetarianism. How some one might apply the Gracie diet that doesn't eat meat.

149. Yogurt & kefir are allowed on the diet. Are you talking about store bought products that may contain preservatives, or homemade yogurt & kefir?

150. What kind of tea is okay?

151. hi master rorion, I´m from argentina. how often we must eat c group meals per week? It´s ok eat those meals twice a day?

152. how is this lunch, renergy sandwitch, almond milk, carrots and hummus, edamame? Also, does cereal combine with cows milk?

153. How many oz. of food should we eat per meal? Lets say we are eating three items from group A. How many oz. from each Item should we eat? (i.e. 6oz. of chicken - 6oz. of spinach and 6.oz of avocado?)

154. Red Meat Consumption Increases Cancer Risks, Consumption Levels Warned Published by Sonia Hyde New government regulations suggest limited red meat intake New guidelines issued by health officials in Britain explain that the consumption of red meat may drastically increase bowel or colorectal cancer risks. Other risks of cancer include stomach, pancreas, bladder, and breast. Government officials issued similar warnings more than 10 years ago, but these new recommendations explain recommended consumption levels in more detail. For instance, the guidelines suggest red meat consumption of less than 1 pound per week. While recommendations exist, experts explain that currently, no known levels of red meat have shown to be entirely risk-free in terms of disease risks. However, red meat enthusiasts may want to increase fruit and vegetable consumption, as many of them have high concentrations of antioxidants. Antioxidants have disease-fighting properties, and may further decrease disease risks. The most common kind of red meat is beef, but also considered are pork and lamb. Researchers believe myoglobin to be the main cause of increased cancer risks from red meat.

155. The question asked about turkey was answered (look under group A, (meats), but it is not listed. Is it not listed because of some non-nutritional properties or should we consider turkey a good source of nutrients? Also it being said that turkey has a chemical reaction that makes you lethargic. Are these truths? What is your opinion on turkey? Thanks Tracy Brown

156. for breakfast i had milk, cereal, and banana, is that compliant?

157. Is acai ok in powder form?

158. what should a sample day look like for a growing teenage boy? They need to need to eat a lot...

159. Can corn soup and the soufles be made that morning and heated up for lunch at work?

160. Do you save meat to eat another day or always eat right after you cook?

161. I have a blender and my Gracie juice bag and diet book is on the way. However I dont have a juicer yet. My question is how many meals can be made without the juicer? I plan on buyin the champion juicer within the next 2 weeks to a month but id like to go ahead and start the Gracie diet.

162. I am a culinary student at Le Cordon Bleu in Las Vegas , and also train in Jiu jitsu.Anyways I was lookin over the gracie diet and would like to try to follow it not to lose weight but to just be healthy.So my question is how can I become more knowledgeable about the gracie diet so I can use it and share it with all my friends and family.I would like to thank your family for everything they have done for jiu jitsu and mma ,also for creating such a great dietry plan. Please help. Ryan Brown

163. hi master rorion, wath group is peach jam? thanks

164. Grand Master Rorion, what is in the picture along with the cream of spinach? There's something under the cream of spinach and some kind of sauce on top. Thanks. -Frankie

165. Grand Master Rorion, I'd also like to know what exactly is a "bunch" of spinach in some kind of non-subjective measuring term. Preferably by weight. 4oz maybe? A handful for me is a lot more than for my wife as my hands are twice as big as hers. Thanks. -Frankie

166. hi master i´m 19 years old and I wonder how many times a week i can drink milk, I like to combine with toast breed and butter, It´s healthly? thanks so far

167. Senor Rorion I saw bay leaves are group, does that mean you eat or cook with them?

168. Hi, What can I eat when I have coffee and milk with artificial sweetener? Thank you for your time.

169. grand master rorion, where I live it´s literaly imposible to get a papaya or acai berry. what you recomend to supplant those? are blueberry an option?

170. hi gracie's wheatgrass what group is it?

171. are pickle good for you top eat

172. what do you guys mean that bread should be less fermented? what kind of bread do you guys eat or recommend? ezekiel bread is great.

173. If eggs are consumed raw is the clear part considered neutral along with the egg yolk or is it still considered the egg white?

174. Grand Master Rorion, what exactly is a "bunch" of Spinach? A cup? Two cups, maybe? Tightly packed or loose? Thanks. -Frankie

175. Hello Master Rorion Gracie. My name is Mickael Manceau and I am from France. I trained at the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy in 2007. I just have a beautiful baby since 1 month. Me and my wife would like to known if you recommend vaccin for baby? Do your childrens have any vaccins? What kind of foods do you recommend for baby? Thanks

176. Can i drink Coca-Cola?

177. Fried bananas, honey, nutmeg and pistachios?

178. What category do Chickpea's (garbanzo beans) fall into? Thanks

179. I am currently a student at Le Crodon Bleu culinary school and am also into jiu jitsu. I was trying to understand the diet a little bit more , and was curious if there are any classes i can take to become certified at the gracie diet or how that works. I really am interested in learning more about the gracie diet and also look forward on hearing back from you in the near future . Thank you so much for your time , Have a great day .

180. Hows does wild game fit into the diet and or does it change anything with the other food groups? Being from the Pacific Northwest; culturally my people are fisherman. So salmon and other types of sea food within our waters are real big in our traditional diet. But being an avid hunter when in season I perfer elk, and deer or any other wild game than steak/beef.

181. Should tomatillos be treated like tomatoes, or should they be treated like the other group A vegetables?

182. Is it OK to mix the fruit with water to pass it through the blender? For example Papaya, Melon, Apple and Pineapple juice. Does fruit loose something if you juice it that way? Thanks.

183. I see that you advise to stay away from pepper and I assume this means black pepper. What about peppers like jalapenos, etc?

184. Hi master Rorion. The Artificial Sweeteners are neutral or are considered as group C? thanks

185. I was wondering if acai is good for pregnant women because i am 7 weeks pregnant

186. Your diet is fantastic and life changing. I have been on it for 2 weeks and have felt immediate results. One thing I miss though is pancakes. Do you have a recipe for these? Also, what group does coconut milk fall into? Thank you!

187. What group does passion fruit fall into? Thank you.

188. Hi. I would like to know if three meals a day should be only for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or can I replace the breakfast meal for one afternoon? Because I do not eat breakfast. Or should I only eat twice a day? Or I should learn to take the breakfast? Hug.

189. can you use salsa and other sauces with meals on the gracie diet

190. Hi, Gracie family. I had found this banana pie recipe and wanted to know if you make this or not? Place 1 cup crystal sugar in pan with water{enough to dissolve suagr}. Add brown sugar {carefully so as not to be bitter} with a touch of water to make thick syrup. Little by little add peeled bananas, cook well. Remove cooked bananas, leaving syrup in pan. Place bananas in pyrex dish. Pour condensed milk mixed with 2 egg yolks. Pour over bananas. Beat 2 egg whites with 4tbsp. of refined sugar, until stiff. Cover bananas with egg whites, put in oven till egg whites are brown. Ingrediants are 2 dozen bananas plus all in recipe. My questions are if you do make this how much water is right 1,2,3,4 ounces or more? How much brown sugar is the right amount? How do you know when the bananas are cooked enough, do they become softer or harder? At what temperature do you cook the pie in the oven at? Are the 2 dozen bananas small, regular, or large size? What size pyrex dish do I use? Thanks for your time.

191. I am a bit confused about cheeses. Which cheeses fall in the 'cooked' food combinations and which in the 'sweet' food? For example is it ok to eat a cheeseburger (cheddar)? Also, can you explain why we should stay away from pork? Respectfully, Dave

192. what does rener gracie eat on a training day?

193. If we eat some thing that is based on the diet table, let's say a Group C fruit meal, can we eat something that combines with Group C before the next meal time? For example, if I eat a Group C meal (Bananas only) and before my next meal(before the 4.5 hours) I get a little hungry and water just won't cut it, can I eat another fruit? Or would I still have to wait the full 4.5 hours?

194. I have been on the Gracie diet for approximately 3 months now with positive results. Recently however, after an acceptable meal such as a Renergy sandwhich, I develop strong abdominal pains and cramps about 1-3 hours after I eat. Everything has been prepared as directed with accepted ingrediants as I am very careful about this. What could be the possible cause? Have you ever experienced this before?

195. Hello I would like to know how to differentiate pears, apples, etc. of sweet and sour. I looked at some supermarkets but seems to have only one type of pear and I do not know if they are sweet or sour. What do I do? And one more doubt the bread should only be whole or could be any bread?

196. I am almost done with the book now and I've begun to practice the Gracie Diet. My question is, is it common for the body to react badly when eating an all fruit breakfast for a beginner? I ate only organic mangos yesterday for breakfast with water. It didn't agree with me and spent much of the day in the can. Any thoughts?

197. What group are water chestnuts in?

198. since coconut water is nutural does that mean it can be drank with acidic foods too? also is coconut milk also nutural...can I add coconut milk to my pineapple jiuce?

199. I read about the tomatoe, but it goes the same for green tomatoes?. In Mexico we use green tomatoe broth for many dishes.

200. What about pizza with peppers not the spicey kind and mushrooms no meat?

201. Dear Master Rorion Gracie, first I want to thank you very much for the wonderful contribute you and your sons are giving to the people all over the world. Sharing your family secrets about diet and techniques are so useful and incredibly effective. I can see behind all of them a very important message of peace. I started training last january in your jiu jitsu and I feel so well that I want to integrate it with the right diet. I fully trust your method. My question is about the imported fruits. It would be better to drink or eat the fruit produced by his own country, or is it fine even if it comes from distant lands ? Does not lose its nutritional properties ? For example here in Italy we find papaya which comes from Brasil and I was thinking at the long adventure these papaya has to face before being on my dish. Thanks a lot for your very kind attention, Francesco

202. Dear Rorion,I just bought the book and reading it I got a doubt. Where fits whey protein?whithin group C?Thank you, Jorge Fumanal

203. Olá Rorion, gostaria de saber se o queijo citado no livro "monterey jack", equivale ao queijo prato? se o cream cheese e o queijo prato, ou qualquer outro queijo aquecido sai do grupo C e passa pro grupo A. Gostaria tambem de saber sobre o tomate, se posso ou não come-lo na salada e sobre o molho de tomate, a qual grupo pertence? Obrigado! Ruan

204. Hi, Thank you for your time! im confused because recently almost every "diet" tell us to eat every 3 or 4 hours because our metabolism is going to start being slow and we are going to get fat. Thank you!!

205. Hi, can we have the same smoothie at breakfast and dinner, like banana watermelon smoothie?

206. How do you feel about whey protein or other protein powders?

207. Senor Rorion I was wondering lately I have not really been hungry is that normal I mean yes I eat but I find I can only eat very little and I always drink 1-2 glasses of water. I wait about 5 hours between meals always. Some days yes I am very hungry but I do not overeat. Has this ever happened to you or a family member I mean not really hungry or just only eat maybe one meal for the day?

208. Do you think Vitamin supplements work? Do you recommend taking them?

209. The diet states that bad combinations produce fermentation or blood acidity, what if you do get these effects? Whay give up combinations that you might like just to avoid fermentation or blood acicidy and what specific combinations produce each one. At home I want to get my kids on a healthy diet but my wife insist that their doctor recomends good amounts of protein and that the gracie diet is heavy on fruit which does not promote muscle growth as the doctor recoments. What considerations exist for 4 year olds? My father is a diabetic, Is the gracie diet good for diabetics? Can he have a watermelon smothie with 4 bananaas as diabetic?

210. I read that Rorion is getting away from eating fish, and Ryron seems to be eliminating cheese from his diet. I am trying to do the same as well as eggs. These are all things I enjoy in my otherwise vegetarian diet but I see the merits of cutting them out so I am slowly making my way there. I wanted to ask how your Uncle Carlos felt about mushrooms? I read through all the questions and didn't see anything mentioned but I also don't see it in the list of a typical Gracie Diet week so it leads me to think maybe he didn't eat them? Thanks in advance and thank you for this way of life!!!

211. With so many other and more up to date juicing technology (ie Omega VRT 330) that produce a higher juice yield, at slower rpms (less heat) and less oxidatiion (less bubbles) have you ever considered other juicers besides the champion? (understanding the Gracies have a long standing relationship with the company) thanks for your time

212. How often to you release more 'How-To' videos? I find them very helpful and love like to see more. Also, I bought a Blendtec blender, a very powerful blender. It can juice fruits/veggies, but unlike a normal juicer there is no pulp left over. It all liquefies in the blender. Just wondering your view on this style of blend/juicing. Can check it out here: http://www.blendtec.com/ Thanks, Jeff

213. Dear Master Rorion, in which group can be considered parmesan cheese and what about the cheese originated by the milk of goat and sheep. Thanks a lot for your kind attention, Francesco

214. I am not very familiar with yerba mate (the kind popular in places like Uruguay and Argentina), but my wife is from Uruguay and both me and her drink yerba mate on occassion. I am wondering if this type of tea is one that is considered neutral? Is it bad for your system to drink this type of tea? Thank you Professor.

215. Hello Mestre Rorion: Once again thenk you for sharing this information. I have the following questions: 1) Is bran considered a starch (Group B)? If so, can I mix wheat with wheat bran? Or, is it considered as a different starch. 2) Is gluten considered a starch (Group B)? Do you recommend it? 3) What are your thoughts on Miso. Best regards, Carlos

216. My friend how can I lose weight only by eating bananas? I looked for some information in this site but I could not find any answer! Please, help!

217. Senor Rorion is Munster cheese ok to eat with group C fresh since is has no taste?

218. Does 'quark' cheese fit into the group C?It's a kind of fresh cheese but it has an acid taste similar to yogurt. Thanks.

219. Can you clarify something that is in contradiction on your Facebook page: There is a discussion that apples in their raw form AND cooked bananas can be eaten with Group A. is this true? (Though your Food Groups say otherwise) Thank you

220. Hello. Every time I go I can just choose to eat a meal between 14-day meal plan? For example I can choose a breakfast on Monday, a Wednesday lunch and a dinner on Saturday. And the whole wheat bread and biscuits that I bought is made ​​from wheat, quinoa, barley, rye, sesame, linseed, soybean, corn and oats, got a problem?

221. What group does macadamia nuts fall in?

222. Hi i recently completed the gst progrAm and since leaving the academy i have started the gracie diet. I m very happy with it and i have lost 6lbs in less then 2 weeks. My question is that i work a rotating schedule which means i work 8-4pm this week and 12-8am the following week nd when i stay up for 15 hours or more should i eat even though its at 4am ? Or force myself to hold off till 7am ?? i know rule of thumb is 3 meals per day& eat every 4.5 hours, but once a month i work midnights and im up from 3pm till 7 am :( Ps spending the 5 days at youre avademy in torrence inspired me more then words can say! Thank you -Jon

223. Grandmaster Rorion, Is there a optimal temperature for cooking red meat?

224. Hi- My husband just got your diet book, so I was going through it, and I noticed pork is not allowed. I was curious as to why that it? I checked earlier post, but the answer to every question is about cheese :) Thank you much! Shelly

225. The current conventional wisdom in the States is that one should consume a meal within 45-60 minutes following a workout. What are your thoughts on this? Should we be planning our workouts and meals around each other so that we can eat right afterwards? thanks!

226. Hello grand master Rorion, can you froze the vegetable juice for the next day?

227. What group are cooked tomatoes in?

228. Protein

229. pork?

230. Do you have a preference regarding grocery stores for fruit and veggies? I'm on the East Coast and there are not any places such as whole foods or farmers markets out here. Are Kroger stores ok?

231. What group would white tea with rose petals brewed with it be under? or would it still be neutral with the rose petals?

232. I've got 2 questions about the Gracie diet. I've bought and read the book and have been following it and I'm pretty sure I know the answers to my questions, but still feel compelled to ask. 1. I've been trying to stay gluten-free (no, I do not have celiacs or gluten intollerance), but the gluten-free breads seem to have multiple starches in them such as corn starch and soy starch...so technically, is that a no-no in the diet and if so, what break should I be using, whole wheat, whole grain, or multi-grain? 2. I drink a berry flavored green tea with natural flavors. It has organic acai juice in it as well as organic lemon juice and natural flavors of blueberry and pomegranite. Does this go against the Gracie diet even though it's a drink?

233. Hey Rorion, how do you know it's the GD that has made your family strong and live long, when it could just be all the training they do??

234. Prezado Rorion, tenho algumas perguntas e agradeço antecipadamente sua atenção: 1. Só pode ser feita uma única refeição com alimentos do grupo A+B (ex. carne com arroz integral), ou pode-se comer a mesma coisa no almoço e na janta? 2. É indispensável que o almoço ou janta seja só com frutas (grupo C)? 3. O intervalo entre as refeições pode ser diminuído para, por exemplo, 3 horas? 4. Em qual grupo está o amendoim? Muitíssimo obrigado. Abraços fraternos.

235. Hi, I tried searching before asking.... Question: Cottage Cheese is in Group C. In Group F, it says that "Milk combines with milk derivatives, except curdled dairy products, which should be eaten alone." Which contradicts what it says about Cottage Cheese in Group C, which can be combined with anything else in Group C and even with one Group B also. Does Cottage Cheese not qualify as a Curdled Dairy Product? Please clarify...thanks! :)

236. Hello Mestre Rorion! I have made a liter of the "Ryron Veggie Smoothie" which to my surprise tastes pretty good! (Zuchinni fits great too)! My question is the following: I know the best would be to have it as fresh as possible, but since it takes a while to make it, how long do you think you can keep it in the refrigerator before it goes bad or looses all its nutritive properties? Thank you.

237. What group does Soy Nuts belong, A or B? Dan

238. What brand of coconut water do you guys drink?

239. If you vomit, does that mean you can try to eat a little something then or do you stil wait until your 4 1/2 hours is up from when you last ate?

240. Dear GranMaster Rorion, when you drink a vegetables smoothie, than can you eat something else of group A with one of group B or you take it as a complete lunch ? And when would you suggest to drink fruits smoothie: breakfast, lunch or dinner ? Thanks a lot for your kind attention, Francesco

241. Thank you for this website, help and orientation regarding the Gracie Diet. In the comment on top of the "Gracie Vegetable Smoothie" video it mentions the following: "Don’t be scared by the quantity of vegetables, since he is preparing enough vegetables to be used on four separate meal occasions." What´s the timespan he will drink the whole think? Thank you!

242. I understand by the Gracie Diet, that fish and rice goes together, so therefore it is okay to eat sushi. Is it okay to eat wasabi with the sushi?

243. Has anyone with Crohn's disease ever tried the Gracie diet with any success?

244. What brand of coconut milk do you use when you make the baked fish a la coconut dish?

245. Senor Rorion I was wondering I am thinking of only eating Cream, cottage, and ricotta cheese only but I am wondering what would be a good age to stop with all the other cheeses and focus in the ones listed above. ( I was thinking 40 years old I would stop)

246. Is salt a neutral food? I came across a situation when I was having a watermelon and banana smoothie, and some one offered me a riceball(no meat or any thing else inside) with salt on top. I know fruits mix with one from Group B but didn't read anything about salt. Thanks! I also see people putting salt on watermelon before they eat...

247. Caro Mestre Rórion Gracie, admiro muito seu trabalho e gostaria de esclarecer algumas dúvidas sobre a Dieta Gracie: 1. Existe alguma fundamentação científica que corrobore a hipótese de que o pH dos alimentos (ou de suas combinações) possa interferir na saúde? Quando a dieta foi concebida, por que se considerou o pH dos alimentos um parâmetro tão importante? 2. Há alguma justificativa fisiológica para o intervalo de 4 horas e meia, considerando que um intervalo tão prolongado faz com que a pessoa coma mais, apresente maiores níveis de insulina e tenha sua termogênese reduzida? 3. Um indivíduo com sobrepeso ou obesidade, consegue emagrecer com a Dieta Gracie, mesmo não fazendo nenhuma restrição calórica e se alimentando após intervalos longos? 4. Um atleta competidor de elite consegue suportar os árduos treinos somente com a Dieta Gracie e sem nenhum tipo de suplementação de macro ou micronutrientes? Agradeço antecipadamente sua gentil e costumeira atenção. Abraços fraternos.

248. Hello, What are your preferred foods/food combinations when you are preparing for competition/training harder than usual? Best Regards, Geoff Novak

249. Hello Mr, Roiron, what about the diferent blood type and that not every kind of food is good for everyone.And what about wheat? It is better if we dont eat it? Thank you

250. Senor Rorion does mint leaves group at all?

251. Hello. Every day at lunch, can I only drink vegetable juice and some more food compatible? Would It be a good meal and give me energy for the day?

252. Under which group does vanilla fall?

253. I am a vegetarian. Before I buy the book and start the diet, I would like to know if I can replace the meat with meat substitutes like tofu, seitan, or tempeh. If not, I think that I might be able to do fish, but would prefer remaining a vegetarian.

254. The only subgroup of foods I have been unable to cut out of my diet is spicy foods. What quality or ingredient of spices hinders the digestive process? In a meal that is otherwise in accordance with the Gracie Diet, such as the Renergy sandwich, would the meal still be over 99% quality should I use the Spicy Kale Munchies

255. Dear Grandmaster Rorion, is it possible to eat fresh cream cheese (stracchino) together with raw banana ? If I look at group E it seems not to be possible (banana only combine with fresh sweet fruits) but in the video "Gracie Diet Smoothie - Honeydew Melon" Rener put in the blender also some cheese with banana and melon. Thanks for your very kind attention and best greetings from Italy, Francesco

256. Can you cook food in beer? For example, Hamburgers?

257. Senor Rorion I know this is kinda a dumb question but I found a recipe for some powdered sugar, Corn Starch and sugar in a blender and then ready to use. Does that combine at all. I really do not eat sugar at all; I just wanted to know

258. i'm very skinny and would like to gain weight. would taking a weight gainer be a good thing or not?

259. Can we mix acidic fruits? Instead of just pineapple, maybe pineapple and mango? Or should we keep them separate? Thanks

260. How often can pregnant women eat?

261. Peaches are sweet. Why are they in Group D? And what group do nectarines fall under?

262. What kind of plums are sweet and what kind are acidic?

263. do you take protiem shakes on the diet thank you ossssu! -Shane

264. Since I'm starting to do this. Is it healthy to eat just boiled saba banana? Is boiling it will not change any nutrients that is already there? Also since I'm a little bit confuse on the group combination, can i eat it with oatmeal? I want to try this for a month. Thanks!

265. What group does golden rasins fall in? Thanks.

266. Senor Rorion does whipping cream group at all?

267. I am a competitive triathlete, 6'1'' 168lbs, and I am going to give your diet a try for two weeks but I have a few questions. I don't drink milk or eat any dairy but I do drink almond milk. What group does low calorie almond milk fall into? Nextly, I will fail the 4 1/2 hour rule by virtue of having to eat during longer 3-5 hour training sessions, how do I address that. Lasltly, I have had nothing but red apples, figs, and bananas for my first meal. Is that cool to start the day with or should I be looking at group B for the first meal. Thanks. Paul

268. Will The Gracie Diet help me lower my high blood pressure by using better eating habits as well as exercising? My Dr. recently gave me medicine to start taking but I need to change my eating habits I thought the Gracie Diet might be my answer.

269. hey i was wondering when you might have the champion juicer in stock again

270. I have noticed you guys are big on the champion juicer I am saving up to buy one but in the mean time since I don't have access to fresh juice what would you recommend as far as obtaining juice for the smoothies and just for drinking?

271. I love pizza and spaghetti sauce. However, I believe that these sauces are acidic since they are made with acidic tomatoes. What group do these sauce belong in? Can I combine them with pasta or pizza dough?

272. hey im a 12 year old kid that wants to lose weight what can i do

273. I have a doubt about bananas. When cooked I have seen in the book that they fall in group C.But I have read somewhere that they can be as well eaten with one starch,fats and meats or other animal protein.Is this right?Thank you.

274. What group does Organic Soy Milk fit into? If it is Group A, does that mean no more organic raisin bran with organic soy milk for breakfast if I am sticking with the Gracie Diet? (The book says never combine Group A with Group C). I am confused. Help! Thanks!! Dina Hunter

275. What should i eat after working out or after rolling on the mats? i know proteins very important for keeping strong, but i wanted to ask the experts!

276. dear sir usually after my jiujitsu training, i drink a recovery protein shake; i want to recover in a more natural way, that's why i would like to know if you have a smoothie receipt which can replace my protein shake. as you can see here above, it is not a protein shake to build up muscles; but rather a low fat protein shake, to recover my muscles in order to not have pain the next day. thanks in advance for helping me, and by this way, thanks also to the gracie family to have develop to most fascinating and effective martial art ever ! amando

277. Can i drink coconut water thru the day instead of bottled water?

278. Society these days recommends the 5-6 small meals a day approach when it comes to diet. However, the gracie diet stresses only 3 meals a day. Is it okay to say eat 4 small meals a day on the gracie diet as long as there is a 4 1/2 hour distance between them? I read in a Rickson Gracie interview that he has adopted the 5-6 small meals approach but still follows the food combinations of the gracie diet.

279. I juice mangoes but I do not juice papayas, what do I do with mamey sapote fruit? Thank you Professor.

280. are empire and mac apples ok to juice for the smoothies?

281. Hi, Ive been following the Gracie Diet and would like to ask how you recomend preparing oats for breakfast. Do you pre-soak them? Cook them with water or milk? Oats are one of my favourite breakfasts. Any advice greatly appreciated! Regards Micah

282. Is it ok to wait longer than four and a half hours to eat a meal let's say o just got home from work now and of I were suppose to eat I would have to wait again to eat around 7:30 would holding out be damaging or counteractive to the process?

283. how do I tell the difference between sweet & acidic grapes? pears? and tomatoes?

284. Why do you avoid spicies in your diet? is there a reason?

285. Hello again I was wondering something. I notice that corn and cheese can be changed from one group to another depending on how it is prepared. I notice tomato is a group d food and can not combined with any other food where would tomato soup stand?

286. Mr.Rorion Gracie オリオン先生お元気ですか！　私は1998年？　1999年にTorranceのアカデミーに通った名前はHiroyoshi　Itoと申します。当時留学をしておりました。今は帰国して日本に住んでます。一度先生の個人レッスンもうけましたよ。セルフディフェンスでしたね。お写真も撮ったりしました。 それで質問なんですが私は合計で15回以上アカデミーには通いました。DVDを見て、基本だけですがいつも基本の反復練習をしております。白帯なのですが、青帯をいただくことはできないのでしょうか？ 一つだけ言わせてください。私は気が弱くていじめられっこでしたが、先生の教え、Gracie　Jiu Jitsuのおかげで今こうやって正々堂々と生きております。うつ病で閉じこもりだった私を助けてくれたのが先生です。そして、学校にもちゃんと通い、卒業しました。本当にありがとうございました。 先生、お体には気を付けてください。 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　伊藤　宏良　Hiroyoshi　Ito

287. what group are refried beans in?

288. Can one drink regular coffee on the Gracie diet or must it be decaf?

289. entrega no Basil?!?!?

290. I am a student at Gracie Daytona, a Relson Gracie Academy. Jiu Jitsu and the Gracie diet are an important part of my life. I am Muslim and tomorrow begins the month of Ramadan where we fast from Sun up to Sundown. Fast from food and drink. What do you recommend as my morning meal before the sun rises? Also what do you recommend to as a meal to break my fast at sunset? Your response is greatly appreciated.

291. Hi I just finished reading the gracie diet book and can't wait to get started, I was just wondering, I know it says you shouldn't take suppliments, however I still lift weights and have noticed positive results from protein shakes, and use them in order to obtain more muscle mass. Is it bad to include protein shakes into the gracie diet?

292. if i want a hamburger, may i have cheese on it? i am just beginning the diet

293. i've been reading the FAQs and i think it was said that melted cheese (group C) is ok with group A. such as a cheeseburger, broccoli with cheese, or chicken with cheese. it this true?

294. Is it ok to prepare a Group C smoothie the night before for breakfast and leave it in the fridge? Thanks..p.s. Love Dates now!!

295. How can I get the same muscle mass protien shakes will give me from the gracie diet?

296. i ordered the book but it's not here yet so i have two questions:1)do group A and C combine? and 2) for the apple banana smoothie, can i substitute the frozen bananas wirh ice?

297. if chese is melted on bread can i not eat it with group b?

298. Hello Grandmaster! I'm 19 years old, a college student and I don't like to cook! I thinking about eating a wide range of fruits during the day, and nuts for dinner, but I am worried about a possible lack of protein? I would really appreciate your opinion. Thanks. Joao - RS/Brasil

299. Is it a rule of thumb of the Gracie Diet to have at least one cooked meal a day? Thanks!

300. Hello! I would like to know if there is a recommendation about how many grams of protein one should consume each day. Thanks!

301. Commercial coconut water. I noticed Rener got excited in one of his videos over "coconut one" he must drink it when a fresh coconut is not avail. My question is, in the brands "Zico", and "coconut one" the ingredients say, just coconut water. But at Costco they sell "vita coco" for a fraction of the price of the others, but the ingredients say coconut water, vitamin C. In your opinion/experience, would the added Vit C effect the vast array of health benefits, in other words does it weaken it? Also with the added Vit C does it then affect the "Gracie Diet" approach to drinking it throughout the day?

302. Interactive Diet Table: Question. I love the meal you showed with the corn soup video; corn soup, cheese sandwich, avocado, cashews, olive oil, and salt, but when using the interactive diet table it does not allow me to make that combination, am I missing something?

303. HI, Thanks so much for making The Gracie Diet available to the world! I must admit I have a lot of difficulties trying to follow the diet, but I am still trying. The worst part is directly after Gracie Jiu-Jitsu training and I really need something to eat, but 4 hours have not elapsed. My body demands something as soon as possible after training, is it OK to have a smoothie at this time? Thank-you for your time!

304. can I mix grits with wheat toast?

305. On the B group list it says "Cereals in general" i was wondering if this ment Box cereals or cereals as in grains. Also I was wondering what the best way to eat before a Jiu'jitsu tournimenet was? Is it best to have a cooked meal or a fruit meal, and how long before your up do you want to eat. Thanks, love the diet and live for the jiu'jitsu.

306. hi grand master rorion I wonder if you can eat two meals in a row (4 1/2 hs separation) of the same group... for example a corn soup with chesse sandwich for lunch and a veggetable smoothy with rener sandwich for dinner. thanks so far

307. Hello, Two questions: 1.) What wheat bread do you buy? 2.) What sourdough bread do you buy? I'm having the darndess time trying to find one that meshes with this awesome way of life...Thanks much!

308. HI, Ive jsut read the book. Im not sure I understand how you would use food group D. Acidic. For example if I have berries and cannot eat them with anything else, then how would you eat them? I cant imagine eating a meals worth of berries as one of the 3 meals per day, and not meant to snack? Thanks Paul

309. Am I allowed to eat ice cream for desert after eating chicken, brussel sprouts, and pasta?

310. 1.) I like sambazon brand acai drinks, but they contain a small amount of lime juice, this means its group c and d which cant combine. is this ok or should I not drink it. 2.) I know that barely any foods are restricted on the gf as long as there in proper combination, but I notice a personal emphasis on raw fruits, what are your thoights on "raw food diets" and also "only raw fruit/fruitarian" diets? Thanks

311. I recently read that coconutwater is a good source of electrolytes. now wouldn´t that be the ultimate post-workout drink, in accordance with the gracie diet ? Thanks for the JiuJitsu and the Diet. Have a good day.

312. Is ketchup good for the body? Thanks in advance. have a great day

313. eating bananas as the only fruit..how many can you eat at one seating? breakfast, how much oatmeal? dinner, amount of cottage cheese, bread, figs actually all ingredients on dinner plan????

314. Sorry, with all the fruit on the plan how does that affect a person with high blood sugar?

315. Other than cantaloupe apples what other fruits would you recommend i use in the juicer

316. Are Bartlett pears in Group C or Group D?

317. Hi Mister Gracie, I am a mother of 6 boys their ages are 2 and a half,12,13,14,16,and 18.In your book you state that an adult should have only 3 meals a day where a child is permitted to have 4 meals a day so my first question is at what age is a person considered an adult in terms of the gracie diet?secondly earlier you said that soy sauce does not combine with rice,can you tell me what it does combine with?lastly , in your book you say to not eat the same food within a 24hr period but in your 14 day menu plan you state that it is ok to use the same vegetables that you used in the salad(which i think you had for lunch) in a vegetable juice at dinner.I am a bit confused?

318. Thanks for this amazing website! I have three questions: 1) I heard once that Grand Master Helio used to eat honey everyday, is this correct? If so, how much did he have? 2) Besides what is forgiven by the Gracie Diet, what else did Grand Master Helio avoid eating? 2) What did Royce have (drink or eat) in between fights during UFC 1, 2, 3 and 4? Thank you!

319. Im gluten-intolerant. and all of the breads and flourmixes in the stores contain more than one starch. Any tips on what to do?. and, Rice+chicken and currysauce. Is it an okay meal.? I haven´t thought so much how my stomach reacts when I eat it. Thanks

320. Soy Sauce & Lemon Juice for cooking: Hello, I have a recipe that calls for cooking chicken in a sauce pan, and adding soy sauce, and lemon juice while cooking. Is cooking chicken with soy sauce & lemon juice within the Gracie Diet? Thanks Much!

321. I can´t find honey in any of the food groups. Rener said that Grandmaster Helio consumed honey every evening, so I´m just curious how he combined it. Thanks!

322. is vinegar ok in the gracie diet

323. I have a question you see today I had a tournament In bjj. I made a cantaloupe juice smoothies with acai' and bananas drove two hours and then waited about two and a half hours before my belt division started what could I have brought with me and how long before my match should I have eaten it

324. Hi grand master. I ask you if I could eat milk and bread with butter and you recomend me other thing more healthy.. where I can get calcium?? thanks so far from argentina

325. May I add some apple cider vinegar to my salads? Thanks!

326. What about Hot Sauces?

327. Is the dry tomato group A or C Thank you for your advises at the table and on the mat

328. why dont you eat the watermelon ? you just use the juice

329. I have a question about supplements. Particularly the omega 3 fish and flax oil pills. They're supposed to be great to assist in the absorption of proteins, but while on the Gracie diet, should they only be consumed during your cooked meals and avoided otherwise?

330. is cooked beans and brown rice combine with eash other

331. Should I seek to not use supplements all together and focus on proper vitamins and minerals in high quality foods themselves?

332. ryron what foods do you eat for all nine of the "essential" amino acids

333. Im trying to loose weight on the gracie diet can i substitute two meals a day with smoothie or that is not recommended.?? ???

334. Señor Rorian where does chayote group?

335. hi master I wonder to know if I can salt the avocados after smash? thanks so far

336. Señor Rorion where does popcorn group?

337. In the Gracie Book it says that cooked bananas enter in group A. However I see them in group C... In which group does it belong?

338. How would a person be able to follow / or what would you recommend a person to do to be able to follow the Gracie Diet when they have been unable to keep normal food down for 15 years? I can eat a few bites of a nutrition bar (not just any... a specific one) and have recently been able to add in banana baby food a few ounces at a time and few spoonfuls of natural / local honey a day. No traditional medical treatments have helped and well some of the holistic doctors have really not helped. Do you think this would help and if so how would you recommend i start?

339. Rorion, the gracie diet and "trophology" are very similar. Did master Carlos Gracie study the diets of the ancient chinese taoists and their understanding of enzymes, the living parts of foods? What teas do you recommend?

340. If i am not eating a meal, but just having a snack such as a few clementines or oranges, how long must you wait before eating a solid meal (ex: oranges at 4:30 PM and dinner can be eaten when??)

341. can i eat yogurt together with sweet fruits

342. what type of recipies are there for goji and or acai fruit

343. why are the gracies so great at keeping their diet is it self discipline routine or what?

344. do the gracies ever go on an all liquid diet or a say grape detox or anything like this?

345. I got pulled out with friends to go eat, in a last ditch effort I ran to Starbucks hopefully to find some bananas. They were out of them and most everything else. I chose a chicken salad on whole wheat, but it had cranberries. Though Im pretty sure it would be an acidic fruit, I didn't see it on the food groups...are cranberries allowed? If so where would they fall?

346. Group A and C never combine. Cooked bananas are treated as group C. How exactly does it combine with group A?

347. Boa tarde, Estou adotando a prática da GD há algumas semanas, já li - mais de uma vez - o livro, porém ainda tenho algumas dúvidas pendentes: - Ao contrário da orientação do livro, tenho necessidade de fazer 04 refeições ao longo do dia (sempre respeitando o intervalo de 4 horas e meia). Existe algum impedimento nesse sentido?; - No Forúm do site, você respondeu à uma pergunta dizendo que é possível comer arroz com o 'caldo do feijão' apenas. Está correto essa combinação?; - A orientação de evitar repetir o mesmo alimento dentro de 24 horas, serve exclusivamente para que o corpo possa obter nutrientes de diversas fontes alimentares, certo? Ou existe outra razão? Agradeço a atenção e parabéns pelo trabalho! Tenha um ótimo final de semana!

348. i am a chef so i find it hard to do this type of diet but i realy do tried any advice pls and tips to help me pls

349. Working hard outside in the for 12+ hrs, I need to drink alot. Too much water gives you cramps. Is there a drink with extra electrolites that fits this diet? Not really an energy drink, but something like gaterade.

350. With such healthy and strict diets, Do you ever go out to eat at restaurants? if so which ones? ( so I know which ones are GD approved ) and what do you get to eat there? Thanks for taking your time to answer my question. your diet and lifestyle examples have really been helpful for me and my life, and many others as well!

351. hi. my name is diaz I'm really interested to follow the gracie diet methods. but firstly, i m just want to tell you that I'm a person that can't live without rice. i always have rice in my every meal ( i think most asian do). is there anyway in gracie diet theory that could replace rice as my carbohydrate consumption ? thx. sorry for the bad english

352. My wife is from Brazil and is wondering about something called " Palmito " ( hope you have heard of this ). Sounds like Palmetto, like the tree in English. Is this food GD approved? and what category would that fall into? Is it a healthy food? Muito Obrigado senhor!

353. hi i have a question can i drink alcohol sometimes lets say once or twice a month. and im planning to buy the book witch one should i buy the gracie diet or super fit by royce gracie thank you very much

354. Hello, I have seen on the how to section different ways of using the Gracie Juice bag. I just bought your book and bag, just waiting for it to arrive in the mail. I have already started the diet by cutting out all soda, fast food, junk food etc. I'm reading these questions and your website to learn more. So, to add diversity to the diet, is it possible to use the juice bag for other fruits other than water Mellon or grapes, such as oranges, clementines, maybe kiwi etc? or is it best just for those specified ones. Thank you for your time and response.

355. Hi Rorion, Does the Parmesan cheese combine with pasta if this has olive oil, or tomato sauce? Thanks

356. G'day Rorion - Brad Hope here (CTC Cairns Australia) My partner Jan and I have just started the Gracie diet and our general daily schedule is 7.30 am breakfast - 12.00 noon is lunch and from then till 8.00pm at work running the school and assisting class. Can you please give us your advice on what we can eat or snack on between 12.00 noon lunch and 8.00pm dinner. Kind regards Brad & Jan

357. Grape, pairs, plums and tomatoes can be sweet or acedic.What is the difference? When I am shopping, what do I by?

358. Where algae like spirulina falls?Thanks

359. Good Evening Mr. Gracie! I just finished reading your book! It is wonderful! My question is about chicken and/or tuna salad, you know the kind mixed with mayo normally, lets say on wheat or some kind of bread. Is this GD friendly? and what category would that be in? Also I saw in your book some examples of pizza. Is regular cheese pizza ( crust, cheese and the tomato sauce) okay? It seemed like the examples you had were either not with sauce or the sauce was not listed. Thanks for answering all of these questions for us and helping us live more healthy and abundant lives! um abraco

360. Hello, I see that Rye crackers are good to eat at times. Right now I only have regular old saltine crackers, are they GD approved? and if so what group? Thanks!

361. Thank you for writing my new favorite book! I am not lactose intolerant, but I do not like cheese, strange I know. I don't like the taste or texture of it. I also don't drink much milk and from reading your book I see that as an adult i'm better off staying away from it. The question I have is can you please recommend a food, or foods that can replace the nutritional value lost by not having cheese/milk in my diet. Many recipes call for cheese in one form or another. also is yogurt okay, which "flavor" would be most healthy. sorry that I have now wrote my own book here :)) thanks for the help!

362. Good Evening sir! I saw on Rener's smoothie video he said never to touch the bananas? why is that? Also in a smoothie like watermelon and Banana, when water Mellon is out of season is it acceptable to use grapes instead, for the juice? Thanks for helping me turn my poor eating and drinking habits around, and now I am feeling the effects of a more healthy life style, one day at a time!

363. Hey Mr. Gracie. i am 15 and a martial artist for a few years. i have an allergy problem that none of the doctors i have been to know anything about. many people have suggested i change my diet. i get alot of viruses and the doctors said theres something wrong with my immune system and i break out in rashes. i stumbled across one of your articles in my old Black Belt book. do you think this diet will help me?

364. hello, since we are all family here I guess I wont be to shy! Since starting the Gracie diet I am feeling much more healthy! One small side effect I am noticing is that im feeling more constipated than before. Do you have any suggestions to make this go away? I eat fruits, veggies, sometimes meat, follow the combination chart and drink water and coconut juice! Thank you for the relief, literally :)

365. Hey Mr. Gracie, Hope your doing well! Got a quick question about Tomatoes. How do I know if they are sweet or acidic? also same question about grapes, are the green generally acidic and the purple generally sweet? Thanks for clearing this up for me sir.

366. Why is it a good idea not to drink to much water/fuids while eating your meals? something with the digestion? thanks!

367. GreetInge it has been a A while since I have asked for advice Gracie diet is going well for me but I have a question regarding the juice bag that I have. I clean it like crazy and use it frequently but it is very stained and I feel that I should buy another bag. If I do how do you guys stop or prevent the staining and which way should I have the bag when I use it with the fold at the opening on the outside to me or on the inside

368. I recently went to a local health store that also has a 100% organic cafe in it also. They have something called an Acai bowl. Being from Brasil I am sure you have heard of this. Their bowl consisted of Acai, Bannans on top and also pieces of granola. Is this Gracie Diet Approved? would you eat that alone or with something else also? Thanks very much. Eu falo portuguese tambem, muito obrigado!

369. When Your family drinks orange juice do you normally buy the juice or squeeze the oranges and get fresh all natural juice? or something different? I know as an acidic fruit you must eat it alone and preferable around twice a week ( I'm Learning! ) so im just wondering how to incorporate that into my diet.

370. I am reading right now Carlos Gracie Book, and it is mentioned a detox developed by carlos using lemons, grapes and even nofood or water for 24 hours, where could I find more precise information on how to do it thanks

371. I only weigh about 115 pounds right now and im trying to go up in weight what are some good recipies for weight gain?

372. Recently on Facebook, Rener posted a picture of Ricon on his 3rd birthday. In the picture, there appears to be some type of cake or flan. I was wondering what are the ingredients and how it is prepared. My son has a birthday coming up, and we would like to have something similar for him. Thanks!

373. Mr. Rorion Gracie. My name is Abraham Jimenez and i been following the Gracie diet for 3 months and I have seen that my energy levels and health have improved tremendously that every one has seen the difference that now my entire family wants to follow the Gracie diet but as you know we need to find a wholesaler grocery supply as you mentioned in your book so here I am looking for the Gracie Family advised to where to find a good wholesaler grocery in Los Angeles CA ? Thanks in advanced for your help in this matter. To your success in all that you do . Sincerely. Abraham Jimenez.

374. Why is it that you believe people should omit Cinammon from their diet? From my understanding both from a Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine standpoint is that this particular spice is suppose to be good to help regulate you blood sugar aside from the fact that it's a traditional mexican tea. Also, what are your thoughts on using Agave Syrup? I don't believe I saw a reference to this. One last question: What are your thoughts on Kimchee which is a common Korean side dish known for it's high anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties?

375. IS there much support for eating meats within the gracie diet?

376. good day sir, In the diet book I see that people over 40 should fast. Im in my mid 20's, following the Gracie Diet now for about 3 weeks and feel great! Is it a good idea to do a fast once a month or so at my age? many thanks.

377. In the near future, Will there be more print materials, recipie books, how to Videos, ETC concerning the Gracie Diet?

378. do you a french translation book please ? isbn ? or french title ? thank you in advance

379. What is the best way to prepare figs for a group C meal?

380. is flavored Greek yogurt okay to eat? Can it only be eaten alone? Is dark chocolate good? In what group does it fit in? What group does creamy, spreadable Swiss cheese fit in?

381. According to your video you posted about Acai recipes...you said honey could not be combined with bannanas. But in your website you have food groups. And there you state you can combine the two. I am a little confused now. Can you clarify this for me?

382. I need to lose 30 lbs fats what should I eat

383. Hello I want to gain muscle mass, what do you recommend about supplements?

384. What group does canned tuna, tofu, hummus belong in? Is garlic salt good?

385. Grandmaster Rorion, which pears are sweet pears. Thank you, Sir. J.A. Grove P.S. Have you ever made smoothies with the Rei melon (from Brazil, I think) ?

386. Hi, my name's gabriel I live in brazil so i can't buy your juicer, do you have another juicer option? Thank you, gabriel

387. Hello guys! i'm traning bjj from 7 to 9am and i got 2 questions for you... 1) what can i eat before my 7am training like a pre workout food? and 2) if i eat (let´s say at 6 am before my training) my next meal should be at 10 30 am, even when i finished my training at 9 am? i really aprecciate your help because i need to go down a few pound to get into my weight class.. thank you very much!

388. I've been a long time subscriber to the Gracie principles and both YouTube channels (and my Gracie juice bag is seldom in the drawer for more than a few hours), and when my old juicer recently gave up the ghost, I went straight for the Gracie juicer. What I found, however, was that the juicer was advertised for $245 on your website, but when I clicked the "BUY" tab, I was taken to a site that was charging $269, before shipping charges were applied. I'm willing to pay the $245, but the additional $24 is an expense I can't cover. Is there a location where I can purchase the Gracie Champion Juicer for the price advertised on the Gracie website?

389. Once again thank you for your advises. What do you think about ginseng? Is it combine with another food? What is the food group? Another question about coconut water: is it combine with ananas juice Best regards from Paris France

390. I have seen that fresh figs fall in group C, but what about dried figs?Thanks

391. Hi i saw that pepper is to be avoided, why so? are there adverse effects from say having pepeer on a salad?

392. i have just been diagnosed with gall stones and need to go on a no or low fat diet... will this be suitable for me

393. Does coconut mix with dates and almonds at the same time??

394. Hi, i´m from Mexico and here we eat nopales (Its a cactus plant), which group belongs? regards.... Feno

395. Hey Gracies! How much milk should I, a 15+ boy, drin and how often? Do you have any stretching tips and exercises for the legs and my back cause its killing me and at such a young age, i wouldnt want to have a temporary back problem for life. Thanks Guys!!!!!!!

396. Can you have eggs and cream cheese together? If you Can't have group A and group C together how does this quiche recipe work? Confused.

397. at what times do you perfer to eat the meals?

398. what food group does turkey fall under

399. CAN I INCLUDE " CHIA" SEES IN MY DIE

400. I HAVE A BLENDER THAT BLENDS REAL GOOD VEGETABLES AND FRUITS,IT IS BETTER TO EAT VEGETABLES THIS WAY OR USE THE JUICER?,WHEN I BOUGHT THE BLENDER THEY SAY WE ARE SUPPOSE TO EAT THE FIBER TOO.

401. Is hemp seed in group A?

402. Caro Mestre Rorion! Obrigado por toda a sua atencao ao ajudarnos com tantas perguntas! Eu gostaria de saber se podemos beber Soy Milk que vem com calcio e vitamina B12 ou apenas o Soy Milk Organic? Posso usar extracto de tomate no macarrao com atum e azeite de oliva? Ultima pergunta, eu tenho 18 anos e gostaria de ganhar um pouco de peso mais meu treinador quer que eu treine jiu jitsu 4-5 dias na semana, eu vou perder muito peso se eu treinar desse jeito? Obrigado. Lucas Orlani. London

403. How does this diet work for someone who plays soccer 2-3 times a week and go to gym 2-3 times a week?

404. Hello Rorion! On which group Mint, Peppermint and Rosemary (Hortelã, Menta e Alecrim) falls in? And does raw Apple (Maçã normal) combine with group A/ Vegetable Smoothie? Muito Obrigado! Lucas Orlani, London

405. What's the best way to prep guava to juice.

406. Are sundried (or dehydrated) tomatoes considered "cooked tomatoes"? Does using my dehydrater on fruits and vegetables, I grow in my organic garden (to store for winter eating) change their combining group?

407. My wife is brazilian and I travel there frequently . I really enjoy to eat all the brazilian fruits ,but I dont see any of them listed outside of acai in the groups . My favorites are caja,acerola,graviola,mangaba,pitanga, and caju. What groups do these fall in ?

408. ok Senor Rorion I saw in a previous post that raw apples with pulp combine with Group A? If this is true which other fruits do that; I am still perfecting certain recipes and would be interested in what other random things I can make. I did read the book and there are questions here that have answers that are not in the book. Thank you.

409. Hello there. Greatings from Europe/Bulgaria. I have a few questions after I ordered, received and read the book. I also read most of the questions/answers here, but didn't find something that can help me. - In my country we did not have gracie juice bags or any juice bags, so where I can get some and is it a problem when I get for example a orange fresh (7-8 oranges juiced) for breakfast to have also some parts of the oranges in it, because there isnt any jiuce bags? - As I am doing BJJ I found that fish oil for example is helping me a lot but its not easy to get all omega 3 from food, especially in my country, so can I use it, and when? (note: I read that you answered - page 67 for supplements, but in my book, at page 67 there is no single word about supplements????) (note: also I read somewhere bellow that p.72-75 for smoothies - am I with different book??? :)) I have only the vegetable one at the end of the book ) - please give more smoothies recipes. Best regards

410. We dont have ACAI frozen bars in Europe. Can we put something else instead of it for example in Roliday Rappiness Smoothie or in the other ones or we can skip it when making such kind of smoothies where you are putting it. Thanks.

411. Would a pizza fit in the Gracie Diet as long as it is fresh made and considers the combinations?

412. how do you lose weight'

413. Hey i just started the gracie diet and i was wondering if you have any other sandwhich recipes like the renergy sandwhich ?

414. The quiche recipes call for cream cheese but when i do the interactive menu it says cream cheese doesn't combine. Does it?

415. What's wrong with pepper? Why no pork?

416. I'm a firefighter, sometimes we start a meal and get a call. We could be gone for 10, 20, 30 minutes up to 3-4 hours. This all depends on the type of call. If I'm in the middle of my meal and we get a call. At what point do I say this meal is over?

417. Thank you for sharing the Gracie Diet and trying to combat the obesiety problem world wide. I have spent the past 4 years studying athletic performance, and much of that was in regards to sports nutrition. I am committed to this diet. Currenlty I'm testing for my own sake results of either pre or post workout recovery nutrition. What I'm wondering is: Historically, what has seemed to be the optimal nutrition timing for your families workouts (albiet jiu-jitsu training/general physical training/ challenge matches)? On a separate note, I wish I'd have come across this diet while I was in college; I'd have appreciated the intellectual battle with my pro-government sponsored nutrition professor's.

418. Hi For breakfast I like porridge oats made with Soya milk, honey and raw bananas. I think the oats and honey are ok but is it fine made with Soya or would it be better with water? and the bananas dont combine either with this?

419. In regards to fruits in Group D like blueberries, or raspberries as it is "Un-Gracie" to combine with other fruits: How does one consume these foods besides eating enough of them for a meal, or juicing them for a drink? I'm assuming your answer will be "there is no other way" but that's a lot of blueberries my friend! If there is no other way to consume this group, how often (weekly/monthly/yearly) do any of you consume a meal of just Group D? Thanks for always reminding us to keep it real! Please keep it up!!! Adam

420. Mestre Rorion: What are your thoughts on yogurt? Do you drink it? How often? Thank you.

421. Flax seeds: A ou B ? Thanks for the best nutrition way ever! Merry Xmas !

422. Hello Rorion, I really enjoyed the book, how do I buy it if I live in Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre)? thank you *traduction Ola Rorion, Gostei muito do livro, como faço para comprá-lo se moro no Brasil (Rio Grande do Sul-Porto Alegre)? Obrigado

423. The Gracies drink watermelon juice everyday. Watermelons are seasonal so how do you get the juice when they are not in season? Thanks! -Avi

424. When do you eat breakfast, lunch and dinner?

425. How do you combine your workouts with the Gracie Diet? For example I train cardio first thing in the morning and train martial arts at around 7 at night. What would be the best way to utilize the diet with my workout schedule? Thanks!

426. does cheese go with anything in group A? For example a chicken sandwich with a slice of cheese on it.

427. Happy holidays I have a question regarding the diet. When I eat my eggs I use ketchup is that still allowed on the diet?

428. I am just starting the Gracie Diet and I have just seen an energy drink called rockstar coconut water is this acceptable as part of the diet

429. Mr Rorion, which vegetable and fruits must be organic vs none organic? thanks for your help.

430. Hello Rorion: When will be released in Brazil "The Gracie diet"? Thank you.

431. What if somebody works at night? What should they do? Should they eat during the day and nothing at night? Or should they eat one meal in the afternoon, one meal in the evening, & one meal in the middle of the night?

432. Hi, just recieved the book in England but I could do with a quick clarification please. If I have wheat for breakfast today (eg toast) is it that I should weight 24 from eating it before having more wheat? Eg toast for breakfast tomorrow is fine. Thanks very much.

433. it is mentioned not to eat mil mucous etc but wondering as cheese is a huge part of the diet what is the thoughton that as it comes from milk? regards danny

434. For breakfast my family makes waffles and is usually served with syrup. Is syrup alowed since honey is also

435. Im following GD for 4 months and my question is about bananas. All The sweet fruits are allowed to combine with but not bananas. Is that Because of The high calories in both? I lost too much weight on GD, and thats not my goal! Never was, im too skiny! Im trying To space meals in 4 h, increase the amount of Food/calories, still having one C meal per day, but still having difficults, and I dont want To stop GD..

436. Video suggestion for Rorion or Rener: to suggest a few recipes for Subway sandwiches or maybe even some other fast food stuff. Although it isn't idea, it's a baby step in the right direction! Thanks!

437. I noticed that Kale is one of Ryron's favorite foods and that it is listed in the Gracie Diet under Group A. My questions is how do you cook it? Do you have any favorite recipes for kale? Thank you and God bless you and your entire wonderful family.

438. I can only eat foods from group A, and since they combine with each other it seems like this is optimal for digestion - but do you think it is also balanced enough in nutrition. I eat a lot of veggies with each meal, and try to keep my meat choices lean. I eat nuts for fat, and as an occasional snack when I'm being social. I train an average of twice a week in GJJ and train once a week in dance, also I run as often as I can. Thank you for this site, and in advance for your response!!!

439. What do the Gracies consume when sick with a cold, or flu? Or should I say, how would you go about choking out the cold or flu bug? :) Thanks guys!!!

440. hi, must reinforce the neck region and fight the botom-net attac have sometimes very hight temperature , take cold water like mercure is very lo3(toxic) witch foods for that , please mr Rorion?? thank you for the book with hélio gracie slmes

441. On the gracie diet, it says you can eat anything but pork. So that means you can eat fries, burgers, pizza, etc. as long as you combine it? If so, would you ban those if youre trying to lose weight?

442. Congratulation i love it the gracie diet, i want to buy the book , but i live in ecuador how can to buy? do you have these book in spanish?

443. Hi, I need to know the position of the Gracie Diet about the several proteins available (whey, casein, soy, etc.). I've already read the answer in similar questions - "read page 67" - but there's no no reference in that page. Perhaps I've got another book edition ? Thanks.

444. What food group are: -Ginseng root -parsnip Thks

445. Mr Gracie, my name is Michael brooks. I Gave been a martial artist for fifteen years. I've followed the diet off and on since Royce came out with super fit. I'm 26 years old, when I was younger I had no problems walking around ad 195-200 lbs. now I'm 220 lbs and its not so easy to lose it now. When you work out really hard and do lots of training is it ok to eat three big meals and 2-3 snacks if Im trying to get back dian to that weight? M

446. Is it. Ok to eat fruit at night .. Because that's when I've got a sweet tooth hahahaha .

447. What group would coconut oil fall under?

448. Hi there. I have an intolerance to whey (found in dairy products). I also have an intolerance to eggs. I've been trying different diets as I also have frequent and severe heart burn. The Gracie diet seems to be helping, however I have problems finding adequate protein sources. I train bjj 3 times a week, and I also weight train and do yoga. I find my body is sore longer and my recovery time has increased. I'm trying to go vegetarian but without dairy for protein this is proving difficult. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your time and for developing this wonderful website. It's a great tool with lots of great advice! Obrigado professor!

449. I want to order the Gracie diet book, but I live in Norway and with the shipping price being over 40 dollars its nearly twice the price of the book. Is there a downloadable version in PDF format i can get once purchased? Kind regards David Crossley

450. Mr Gracie, hate to bother you again but I was wondering how this can work. I'm in the army and I have pt in the morning at 6:30 get done with that at 8. I get released for lunch at 11:30 but I'm starving at that time and I eat dinner at 6:30 or 7:00 is that ok?

451. Is it harmful or wrong to mix (eat protein with citrus) Protein and any type of citrus or acidic food (Oranges, lemons, lime, etc.) ?

452. Mestre Rorion, i began capoeira during last years summer but i always was interested in general fitness, nutrition and other martial arts. I have a great amount of respect for you and your family. The most fascinating thing for me is how you integrated brazilian jiujitsu to your lifestyle and made it a way of life. My question: What do you think about eating foods in season? Pro´s and Con´s ? Thank you very much

453. Hello, I am just beginning the Gracie Diet and I was curious if you may have pointers for someone with a high metabolism to gain about 50 lbs. I am 6'1" and weigh 135lbs

454. Señor Roion a while back you told me that if I were to bake bananas in the peel at 300 degrees plus and then crush them in a liquid form when they are finished that they can be eaten with a wheat cracker; is this still true? If so then does that mean that they combine with group B?

455. I see you discourage the use of milk. Do you have an opinion on the use of fresh, clean, raw milk and cream, which does not cause many of the problems associated with milk, such as protein or lactose intolerance, and mucous build-up?

456. I would like to know the classification of Guarana ( pownder and extract) and its proper combinations. Do it go well with Açai ( very popular in Brazil) ? Thanks.

457. Hello gracie i just finished watching rener gracie antioxidant acai superbowl which it looks good and want to try it myself but i saw that cacao doesn't mix well with acai and the other ingredients use for this acai bowl just wondering if it's ok to mix it up

458. On Page 96 of The Gracie Diet - Monday Breakfast. Why did you combine F (Milk) and A (grilled Monterey Jack cheese)? It is mentioned in Page 53 that Milk (F) should not be combined with any of Group A.

459. What is wrong if the bread is not toasted? Why is it recommended to toast the bread? Thanks!

460. Grandmaster Gracie and Family, does chocolate soy milk violate the Gracie Diet? Earlier posts informs soy is in group B and the natural chocolate would fall into group C, correct? Sometimes I will drink this right after BJJ if I am too tired to juice fruits. Love the book and juice bag!

461. Grandmaster Gracie and Family, a question about grated parmesan cheese (stinky cheese!). Our family uses this A LOT when eating spaghetti or pizza but it is normally added right before the food is consumed. Do you think it is okay to add after the food has been cooked or do I need to add this (topically) at the end of the cooking cycle. 3 months on the diet and acid reflux is gone!

462. @ Rener-I was wondering what model Breville juicer do u use?

463. What is your opinion on juicing a fruit, say a watermelon, and then keeping it in the fridge in a closed container to make a smoothie or drink it later? Is it a bad idea? Will it loose its vitamins? Thanks! -Santiago

464. What is your opinion on Bread and Butter?

465. Mr.Gracie, I have a dilemma or buying the champion juicer and or the masticating green juicer (Omega 8003) so i would like to appeal to your knowledge and your experience. thanks for your help.

466. I start the diet and i wanted to know if the diet goes with any concerning with sleeping well when sleeping ? How many hours per night ? Thx

467. Can I eat Jalepeños? What group is seaweed in? And I bought cashews and they are made with peanut oil and soybean oil. Is that ok? Obrigado.

468. Are peanut butter and jelly sandwiches compatible in the Gracie Diet?

469. Cacao nibs (cocoa) and granola (nuts, etc) in the Antioxidant Acai Superbowl (Rener Gracie Variation)? I thought they were group B and should not mix, or have I missed something? /Micael

470. Once again thank you very much for all your guidance! I have a question regarding Rener´s Acai Superbowl! It contains Cacao nibs (group A), Acai (group C) and granola, which I assume has oatmeal in it (group B). Would this be an exemption to the diet or is my assumpption about granola containing oatmeal incorrect! Thank you.

471. The Interactive Gracie Diet Table allows combining sub-acidic fruits, i.e., guava with red apples with plums. Are there any exceptions to the rule of not combining sub-acidic fruits with one another? Thanks!

472. Are powdered acais alright to eat/mix in a smoothie?

473. Milk Chocolates got to be the most notorious Gracie Diet violator and yet eaten by almost all people because they are readily available in stores and marketed heavily (any brand). It has cocoa (A), sugar (C), and milk (F). It combines A + C, and Milk + A, and Milk + Sugar. I very rarely eat chocolates. But now I am totally not having any, ever. Thanks!

474. This is GREAT, I´m lose 13 Kg. in 3 months eating 2 meals of fruit ( 1 of a single fruit just as the book say) and 1 of Group 1 a Day and feel strong but a month ago I began running and biking again (about 1/2 - 1 hour daily) and stopped losing weight, do i have to change something, include some kind of foods, what am i doing wrong?....

475. its better if i have fruit for breakfast or is it better for dinner? Thank you

476. Hello again, Sundays i have my longest workout (about 2 -3 hours running and biking), i breakfast a smoothie ( ej. Melon, Raw oat an honey) 1 hour before starting, is it OK to eat something in the middle - end of the workout to recovery even if there is less than 4.5 hours after the breakfast? ... if i can what is the best food to eat.... Thank´s....

477. I have gastritis and a fast burning metabalizism which requires me to eat small meals through out the day. I was wondering if the Gracie Diet was right for me since it requires to eat every 4 12 hours. Thank you-Miguel

478. Can I do gracie diet to gain wheight and lean mass ?

479. What kind of sandwich can you eat for lunch I just started on the diet

480. I usually add kiwis and avocado to my smoothies, along with strawberries, mixed berries and bananas, is this bad? Also is nutritional yeast considered neutral? I love to add that to my smoothies. Thank you.

481. Is orange juice group C or group D?

482. Good afternoon Master Rorion even for a HARDGAINNER, IS better to eat 4 meals instead 6 a day ? obs: I train BJJ 5 times a week

483. Hello, Is the Gracie Diet book sold wholesale? I'm a book buyer for two health food stores. I'm interested in purchase 12 books wholesale for one of the stores. Thank you, John Lutz

484. hi I'M Paddy , I'M 23 years old and just starting to become uncomfortable with the way I feel physically . I would like to change this and wonder if it is easy to follow your diet .. I'M in Ireland . I have been going through a Rough year with my dad .. and have been very down with life . I want to change and become better .. Do you think this can help me feel Better . and not just slip back to eating Junk Food. I'm hoping to meet you guys over here in Ireland when you come next . Thanks , Paddy

485. Your diet suggests lots of friut combinations which I think is great. I have followed some of your smoothie recipes from youtube and I really enjoy them. However,it seems to contradict what every fitness guru out there preaches, that too much fruit is bad for you.That eating friut by its self is bad because of its sugar content. It obviously works for your family, so what's the truth

486. Why not Pepper?

487. in the gracie diet book. the mashed potatoe recipe how can you have mashed potatoes with cream cheese and butter? can you explain to me?

488. What is important,or what is the better option: A)To Eat every 3 and a half hours, with proper combinations,or B)To Eat every 5 hours with not good combinations. Obrigado.

489. Can you have watermelon juice with a Group A,B meal?

490. I am on Gracie diet since last year,when i recive the book,and i it was crucial for me to space the meals.Combination of food are pretty much the same, i ate it in my family since i was born,but i had snacks.Now i see and feel the real gain of spacing the meals.But,my last question was accorded to my friend who was confuse and he wanted to know is it better to space the meals or to combine the food in the right way with 3 hours in between meals.I think its better to space it,but opinions are different.What do you think? Obrigado from Serbia,Europe.

491. Hi Im Patrick Maloney and i live in the united kingdom, do you know if there is any way for me to get the acia roots frozen packs. Thanks for your help

492. Hello, is it possible to soak food like chickpeas with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)? Or do we must avoid it? Thank you

493. I have felt difficulty winning guys bigger and stronger than me, yet I must follow the Gracie diet, slim too, and I followed the diet gracie just right. are as six months. But I feel that I become a good athlete need more muscle, I'm a brown belt in judo and BJJ i'm Purple. I HAVE BEEN FINISHED WITH EASE, KNOW CARLOS, HELIO MORE BEING SKINNY guys faced stronger. but what I say, seek supplements? thanks a lot

494. Hello...hope all is well. I train with Pedro Valente in Miami and would like to know what food group Plantains fall into. My parents were from Cuba, where plantains (both green and ripe) are cooked (generally fried in oil, baked etc.) and served with rice and beans. Please advise...thanks. Michael Luis

495. How long does it take to loose weight on The Gracie Diet?

496. I know you are not supposed to recycle food in a 24 hr span. But does that apply to 1. Coconut water, 2. Carrot juice.

497. Hi! I saw that a question about my doubt had already been asked before, but I have to question again. Since I started the GD (Set/11), I stopped eating 'Granola' because it's a mix of 5 types of cereal (Group B) with nuts (A). What's Rener is eating in the last video (Açai Superbowl) ?

498. In Brazil I can't find the 'Almond Butter' used in the recipes of Renergy Sandwich. Here we have a 'Peanut Butter', but there are two types: One delicious, but with a little bit of sugar and honey, and another one pure, but tasteless. My question is if the 'Almond Butter' used has some sugar or its pure? I know its no good use sugar with A Groups, but do you have another idea? Thanks a lot!!!

499. What's your opinion about drinking liquids during solid meals? There's a lot of negative knowledge about that, but in the book there's nothing about. And how about drinking a lot of liquid at the same time (ex.: I drink 1 liter and a half of smoothie each time) ?

500. Another doubt is about staying long time without food, after hard training/exercises, how does the catabolism (lose muscles) stays? What's your opinion about that?

501. Do you ever eat nopales (cactus)? I grow them around my house and enjoy eating them. Where they fit in the Gracie Diet?

502. Hi, what is the better option for my blog, becoming an affiliate or a wholesaler for the diet book? As far as profit to me ? Thank you.

503. Rorion, a banana quando frita ou cozida, passa para o grupo A (inclusive podendo ser ingerida com um dos ítens do grupo B)? ou combina com o grupo A. Obrigado,

504. Where do tortillas fit in? Corn tortillas, flour tortillas, wheat tortillas? What about other foods made from tortillas and corn masa? Tamales, tostadas, sopes, tortilla shells, gorditas, tortilla chips, pupusas, arepas, etc.? What would be the best oil to use to cook the masa (we usually use lard)? Thank you

505. What blender would you guys recommend getting in order to use

506. hi, i understand blueberries are group d and must be consumed on its own. but could they be consumed with coconut water as it is neautral? many thanks

507. Olá Em quanto tempo vamos ter o livro em português ? Se é que já não tem, procurei mas não achei. Obrigado Fernando

508. Hi, I have just purchased the Gracie combatatives DVDs. However at 43 years old I have put on a few pounds and weigh 245ibs at 5ft 11 1/2in. Will following your diet and training for the combatatives alone be enough training for me to tone up my ideal weight of 196 lbs? Or would you recommend extra training? Best regards, Simon

509. Hi, Is there a need or a way to know the quantities . Do you ever measure or count how many or do you let your appetite guide you? 2 oranges versus 5 oranges, one egg or 3 eggs etc.... thanks a lot!

510. Not a question but instead wanted to share a modification to the Renergy Sandwich, which is fantastic by the way. I was out of bread so I used bite sized multigrain crackers instead, a little almond butter, topped with homeade tarragon/vinegar kale chips topped with a small piece of avocado. It looked so beautiful I took a picture which I would gladly share. Will make a nice appetizer for gatherings as I can share tibits of the Gracie Diet.

511. I see some diets like Paleo encourage Beef Liver from time to time. Are "organs" part of the Gracie Diet (group A perhaps)? And What nutritional value does it provide? Thanks! Kent Maichle Appleton, WI Gracie Blue Belt/ 4 stripe Gracie Diet White Belt :)

512. Is quinoa in group A or B? It is a seed related to the beets, spinach and swiss chard family. Thank you

513. "Merci beaucoup". Once again thank you so much for bringing to people your knowledge and diet. Can you let us know what about pitaya (dragon fruit) group is, pls? C or D?

514. Hello Grand master!! This is Dmitry from Russia. When you will put my foto on the web sit?

515. Do ripened bananas combine with group B? I see a lot of people make acai bowls with banana and granola..

516. Hi my name is Silvana Agoglia and i am form miami. My husband practice jiu jitsu and he is a blue belt and we gonna be in California from june 15 to june 18, so I will like to know how much it is to get a private lesson with Rorion gracie or rener gracie, I will definitely looking forward to get this for my hubby gor father's day.

517. Senor Rorion I am confused about cocoa and cacao. If its in the bean form is it group B? But I found some in a powdered form pure with nothing else inside it. But the chart says cocoa is Group A; I was wanting to try to the "SUPERBOWL" but wanted to get my ingredients correct. Also I did not see granola in the chart but I am pretty sure it is group B. I know all the fruits are C but how does the Cocoa stated above group and granola? Thanks a bunch.

518. Is honey healthy? Do the Gracie's eat honey? Thank you.

519. What is your opinion of ''Spriulina''

520. Hi, do you have recommendations about alcohol? I know that is not good and trying to avoid it, but sometimes I drink beer in the bar. Is there kinds of alcohol that less harmful than other? And if I drink beer, what should I eat at this meal? Is it better to drink with one of meals, for example dinner than beetwen meals? Thank you for your time

521. In what group is lychee fruit? thank you.

522. I am trying to go by the Gracie Diet and and I feel great. But today at work one of the employes was telling me how much saturated fat is in coconut. I eat about one a week. How bad is the meat of the coconut for me?

523. Homemade banana ice cream (frozen bananas only) is mentioned as part of a possible meal in your diet, but how about other frozen sorbets (with only frozen fruit), since you're not supposed to eat the pulp?

524. Hello, My name is Ahmad and I have been following the gracie diet for 3 months now and the results are amazing. In few months the month of Ramadan will begin where I fast from sunrise to sunset. No food or drinks are allowed until sunset. What is recommended to eat before the sun rises and what should I eat to break my fast knowing that I practice jiu jitsu at 7pm. ( the sun sets here at 8:30pm ) thank you for your time.