Re: Re: Insoluble fiber

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There

is actually a good amount of insoluble fiber in the foods permitted on SCD,

even if they are cooked, or peeled before cooking. As your GI tract heals

you can begin to eat more variety of foods, even more things that are raw, so

you’ll increase the amount of insoluble fiber. In most ways, SCD foods

provide the right balance of insoluble and soluble fiber, and a lot of other

helpful nutrients and enzymes.

I’ve

had several conversations about fiber with my gastroenterologist, as my upper

GI is now super sensitive to fiber (and fat and spices). He feels that we

don’t really need as much fiber as some experts claim. When I told

him the types of foods I was eating, he agreed that I was getting plenty of

fiber even though I cook everything, and even though I have to limit the amount

of fiber more than most individuals to keep my upper GI functioning.

Since

you haven’t been on SCD for long, I’d introduce applesauce and see

how your digestion handles it. For now, you need to keep foods soft and

easy to digest, until you’ve achieved some good healing. No point

in burdening your intestinal tract with too much insoluble fiber, as that would

just prolong your healing. As you feel improvement, you can slowly add

more foods, cooked and eventually, perhaps, add in some raw.

Kim M.

SCD 6 years

Sphincter of Oddi dysfunction 6+ years

neurological & spinal deterioration 3+ years

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Mostly

I eat carrots and squash for veggies. Zucchini too. According to this list I

don't eat any insoluble fiber foods and it worries me. Or course i'm flaring

and scared to open my repertoire of food up to add more foods.

http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/fiber2.asp

michelle