Guest guest Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 Everyday Tips Eat Right to Minimize Diarrhea Cutting out specific foods and beverages can help you control uncomfortable symptoms. Print This Page Send to a Friend Many doctors tell patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to " eat what you want, as long as it doesn't bother you. " While that may or may not be good advice, studies have shown that you can lessen your IBS symptoms by avoiding certain foods. Steer clear of these foods: Caffeine. Caffeine stimulates the gastrointestinal system, at times leading to strong contractions and more bowel movements even in healthy individuals. Additionally, it has a diuretic effect, which may worsen dehydration caused by diarrhea. Insoluble fiber. Raw fruits, raw vegetables, seeds, and nuts also act as a stimulant in the digestive system and can cause a narrowing to become blocked. On the other hand, soluble fiber, such as pasta, rice, baked potatoes, and oatmeal, can be soothing in that it helps bind loose stools. Alcohol. Irritating to the GI system, alcohol carries a double whammy for IBS patients because it can worsen dehydration. Fats. Too much dietary fat can lead to steatorrhea, a sometimes painful condition marked by foul-smelling stools that float. Fat can also increase peristaltic activity, leading to more bowel movements. Carbonated beverages. Undigested gas bubbles from these drinks can lead to uncomfortable gas. Such gas-producing vegetables as onions, garlic, beans, broccoli, and cauliflower can also cause painful attacks. Red meat. While red meat is a great source of vitamin B12 and other nutrients, it is hard to digest. Other sources of protein, such as white meat and fish, can be more comfortably digested. Artificial fats and sweeteners. Products that contain artificial sweeteners, such as sorbitol, mannitol, and sucralose, can cause diarrhea and flatulence even in people with healthy GI tracts. Olestra, an artificial fat, can sometimes have the same effect. Dairy. This applies only to lactose-intolerant people. These individuals need to steer clear of dairy foods to avoid the pain and flatulence that can worsen their symptoms. Otherwise, dairy is a good source of protein and calcium and should be kept in your diet if possible. Some people may take enzymes to help digest lactose. https://www.iamshaman.net/affiliatewiz/aw.aspx?A=317 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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