Avoid fatty foods like chocolate. The same thing goes for with milk, ice cream, and other dairy items. Alcohol, carbonated drinks, and caffeine should be kept at a minimum as well.
Remember to take note of the foods which seem to lead to irritable bowel syndrome symptoms. Keep a food “diary”. It will help you to pinpoint the offending food items. Avoid them like you do rattlesnakes, once you have identified these foods.
You will be sacrificing a small portion of your gastronomic possibilities, true, but remember that you will be giving yourself more comfort and better health. Eating a bar of chocolate might make you feel good for about ten minutes, but keep in mind that it might cause you hours of bathroom misery.
On the other hand, certain types of food might help you keep the IBS symptoms at bay. It is highly recommended to take Fiber rich foods. Fruits like peaches and apples, and vegetables like broccoli are excellent choices. Dried and stewed fruits like prunes, raisins, and apricots are also helpful.
You might want to consult a few health books and find fiber rich foods that you would like. Do not increase your fiber intake too quickly though; give your body a little time to adjust to the change. Persevere in your new and improved IBS diet though, and you will soon see results.
