Over the last two years, I’ve been advised on suitable diet for avoiding over-straining LARS. Most consistent has been to avoid insoluble fibre, and this is a list of the more common foods high in soluble fibre. We still need to take care, such as by peeling fruit and avoiding woods parts of vegetables such as broccoli. I’ve also been advised to drink half an hour before or after a meal. And to contain caffeine intake as it can speed up the bowel - I enjoy redbush tea which is naturally caffeine-free.
Look forward to hearing any other tips that help keep you regular.
Flaxseeds, chia seed, psyllium husk
Passion fruit
Whole grains like barley, oats/oat bran, amaranth, etc.
Lentils and other legumes like green peas
Beans including black, kidney, white, butter and haricot beans & edamame
Chickpeas
Tofu and tempeh (fermented soy products)
Avocado
Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli and other cruciferous veggies, but not the stalks
Artichoke hearts
Sweet potato
Asparagus
Turnips & carrots
Dried figs, prunes, apricots and dates
Oranges & melon (not watermelon)
Nectarines & peaches
Pears & Apples
Berries
Carrots
Macadamia nuts, hazel nuts
Hi Wellspring. Thanks for the info. I’m still on stodgy food my bowel falling asleep or blocking I’m taking baby steps.
I will really enjoy adding your ideas.
Shame sweetcorn’s not on the list. I love sweet corn
take care
Ann
Thanks Wellspring.
Im going to introduce a little next week once I’m confident that I’m not going to put myself back in hospital.
I did really enjoy sweetcorn I could live on the stuff but that’s a no indefinitely as I think that’s what caused me issues.
I sneaked some in a vegetable rice which was delicious and no problem. Then I over did the sweetcorn ratio. I just can not be trusted
Ann
