Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Bloating and some additional info

Yes, I think bloating is normal. I would expect a bit more bloat once you start adding more foods in, like soy products and IF foods. I think this is why some of us get worried after BTC: we see an increase in gas and bloating and think we're doing something wrong even though we're following the diet.

I'll try to explain what I believe happens: When you're not eating certain foods regularly your digestive systems doesn't produce enough of the enzymes needed to digest them. That's why you introduce them in a little at time-- to build up a tolerance by increasing the production of those necessary enzymes. While your body is adjusting, you may experience more gas and bloating because these foods are not getting fully digested and end up in the large intestine where they are broken down by bacteria and create gas. HOWEVER, this effect lessens because, as you continue to eat these foods, your digestive tract starts producing more of those helpful enzymes.

HTH!

Also, I'm curious to know wheather the bloat bothers you because you think it's a sign that you may have an attack or because it will last for a while and be uncomfortable?

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