gmitch1, don't feel too downhearted - a diet that works for one individual may not be suitable for everyone else.
As others may know, I'm a big advocate of Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine, lifestyle, diet, etc.). Ayurvedic texts recommend certain foods for certain types of individual, and use herbs and spices to boost the stomach's digestive fire.
A few months ago saywhatagain posted a recipe for Indian kitchari - a delicious one pot dish consisting of rice, mung beans, vegetables, and spices. It's warming for the tummy, easy to digest, and very easy to prepare.