Diet Changes in IBS
Diet Changes in IBS ( Irritable Bowel Syndrome )
Many symptoms in IBS patients are triggered by eating certain
foods, and these foods should be avoided. The most common trigger
foods include: red meat, oily or fatty (and fried) products, milk
and diary products, chocolate, coffee (regular and decaffeinated),
alcohol, carbonated beverages (especially those containing sorbitol),
and artificial sweeteners. IBS patients are also hypersensitive
to fats, some vegetables that cause gas (beans, broccoli), insoluble
fibers, and fructose.
In many cases, dietary fiber may alleviate IBS symptoms, particularly
constipation. Whole grain breads and cereals, fruits, and vegetables
are good sources of fiber. Some forms of fiber also keep water in
the stool and prevent formation of hard stools that are difficult
to pass. However, in patients suffering from IBS with predominantly
diarrhea, or alternating diarrhea and constipation, the abundance
of fiber in their diet may trigger more diarrheas. High-fiber diets
may cause gas and bloating, but these symptoms often go away within
a few weeks as your body adjusts.
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In patients suffering predominantly from diarrhea, water-soluble
fiber may be a good solution. Soluble fibers are gums (from certain
vegetables, oats, barley and legumes) and pectin (from citrus and
other fruits). Soluble fiber dissolves in water and forms gels which
makes bowel content more viscous so that food stays longer in the
digestive tract.
Drinking six to eight glasses of plain water a day is important,
especially if you have diarrhea. But drinking carbonated beverages,
such as sodas, may result in gas and cause discomfort. Chewing gum
and eating too quickly can lead to swallowing air, which again leads
to gas.
When you introduce changes in your diet, it is important to regulate
meal size and composition. Eating smaller meals more often or eating
smaller portions helps reduce or eliminate IBS symptoms. Large meals
can cause cramping and diarrhea.
Consuming probiotics, such as yogurt or acidophilus supplements,
can help alleviate the symptoms of IBS. Probiotic therapy is a relatively
new idea. Probiotics are the microorganisms, or “good bacteria”,
normally present in the human intestine and help maintain normal
gastrointestinal functions. If, for some reason, the natural balance
between these microorganisms and our body is disturbed, various
intestinal disorders may develop. Restoring the balance is crucial
in normalizing the functions of the gastrointestinal tract.
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