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I had that witching hour lurch/nearly hurl feeling, too. It's terrible re: how much Pepto. I've been taking.
You sound like you need some brothy soup/saltines.
I think that we've both just got really nervous tummies. I've been nibbling on saltines for "breakfast" and feel much better. Give it a shot, perhaps?
I'm keeping it REALLY plain, today. Cold air really helps, as do cool beverages/foods.
Kate.
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Linz--they give me HUGE headaches and quite often D-attacks.
Kate.
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Kate, we must be connected at the gut! How is it that we pretty much feel crappy on the same days??? I took a BUNCH of pepto and 3 Imodium today, to stop the D! I'm gonna be backed up now, but I had to. It wouldn't stop!!!
I have been taking it very easy, today, too. THIS SUCKS!!
I'll try the saltines. The bagel stayed down, but not very well. I had to go lay down for about 30 minutes to get the nausea to pass. I woke up very acidic this morning but I thought I was going to be okay after I took my fiber.
NOPE!!! CRAP!!!
OH, well.....tomorrow's another day, I guess.
I ate a 1/2 a luna bar, yesterday and it was nuts over chocolate. So, honestly I think it was the chocolate. I don't think I can tolerate it right now. It's not dairy, in the Luna, but it's still cocoa. I'm going to have to lay off cocoa for a while, I think. That's the only thing I ate yesterday that was any different than any other day. Or, it could just be my nerves, too!! Who knows!!
Keep me posted on how you're doing today, k???
Feel better soon!!
*SUPER HUGS*!
Michelle 
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hey michelle. i'm sorry you're feeling so crappy. i hope it passes, soon.
wrt the luna bar, even though they're safe, i don't count them as one of my super-safe, when-i'm-sick foods. they've got too much fat, and they're just not the easiest thing - the fiber, nuts, chocolate, vitamins. even though they're delicious and good for you, i stay away from them when i'm feeling iffy. hope that helps.
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Re: Daupadi
#229640 - 12/06/05 11:29 AM
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Draupadi
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Hey,
Thanks so much for your reply...I know a lot of the things I've been eating are "iffy," and I've sort of been beating myself up about it lately...I have tried that BTC diet for a few days, and found that it helped a little, but it seemed to make me really lethargic.
To complicate matters, I am a recovering anorexic, and it is often very hard for me to get all the nutrients I need (hence the fruits and veggies) and the calories I need (hence the fat).
That said, I know there are some things I could definitely cut out...namely alcohol, which I've been drinking quite a bit of lately, primarily due to my frequent anxiety attacks...NOT a good solution, I know. 
I'm also a college student, and often find it difficult to plan what to eat in advance, because I'm often out, or I cook dinner with my roommates. Most of the time, I think I'm doing alright, but then I look at my post of what I've eaten for the day, and it looks pretty awful.
Again, thank you for your advice and support. I am happy to hear from you, and I don't feel at all offended by anything you wrote, although I do appreciate the disclaimer.  Part of the reason I've started posting my daily food intake is so that I can get feedback from others who are struggling.
Take care, and thanks again!
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Julia
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Phew, I'm glad you weren't offended I just know that I'm am so tired of people I don't even know nitpicking me about the stuff I eat.
First of all, what you ate today was not at all horrible In fact, it's incredibly healthy! So good for you on that. Unfortunately sometimes what's healthy for most people is not healthy for an IBS gut.
I'm in college too so I totally know what you mean about having to cook and plan meals and stuff... there's hardly time is there??? ESPECIALLY at this time of year. Sheesh, here I am telling you about your diet but I wouldn't even want to tell you what I ate this week between all my essays and exams, lol!  Pretty IBS safe I guess but not exactly healthy!
Anyway, now that I've totally discredited myself... lol It just takes time, really, with IBS. You might have to concede to not eating loads and loads of fruits and vegetables at first just to give your gut time to stabilize a little, and then you can start adding them back in. Don't meant that you shouldn't eat them at all, but maybe stick to some safer ones? At least for a while. I know it's tough with trying to get enough calories (there are *a lot* of people recovering from anorexia who have IBS, btw), but just try to load up on good, safe SF stuff like bread and pasta and rice (Atkins would be rolling over in his grave, lol).
And oh, alcohol. My vice too, especially wine but I've been sooooo much better since I just gave it up completely.
Anyway, must run (so many essays to write, so little time! haha). Hope you're managing to stay not toooo stressed out during this time!
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Retrograde...
#229878 - 12/07/05 10:53 AM
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Draupadi
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I know what you mean about other people preaching to you about your diet...it can feel a bit judgemental at times. But I sincerely appreciate your helpful responses, as well as your consideration for my feelings!
Yesterday, I ate much less of the harsher fruits and veggies that are considered "healthy" for non-IBSers,
and more tummy-friendly starches like bagels and breads, and (surprise!) felt much better than the day before. 
Of course, I beat myself up a bit for "eating badly" by my old nutritional standards, but overcoming that kind of mindset it a big part of what this struggle is about for me.
Finals week is so tough! On top of all my papers and exams, I was working, and preparing to move, so you can imagine how that stress has been affecting both my diet and my symptoms. But I just turned in my last paper yesterday, and I'm looking forward to relaxing! 
I hope you're well, and that your finals go wonderfully!
Take Care,
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Julia
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