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I experimented with a lot of different ways of eating over the last five years. I tried the EFI diet on two separate occasions for several months and was worse off. Some swear by the diet and they are fortunate that it works for them. I eat very little dairy, red meat, white flour, or sugar. I eat mostly veggies, fruits, whole grains and protein. My IBS issues are not your typical C or D, but I have bowel issues. Some days are good, some not so good. The issues have somewhat changed over the last five years. When I first started having problems I was on boards constantly doing research and trying to "figure it all out". I now only look at boards/forums once in a while. Quite honestly, the biggest thing that helped me was not being on the boards all the time, due to the fact that when you're on the boards you are constantly thinking about your issues.
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I used white bread, yes. Specifically light Italian bread. I was okay with a little light Miracle Whip or a little mustard and some soy cheese. I stayed away from lettuce for a long time.
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what do you eat now? Any new ideas? Snorkie, you've been here for a while. How did you come so far with your IBS recovery?
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I am desperate for ideas. Where did everybody go? Please share your favorite lunches. My least pleas. Thanks.
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Cyndy,
I would say I am about 95% better. In 2005 when I started the IBS diet, I was down to white bread, turkey, chicken, fish, white rice, oatmeal, soy milk, canned peaches, canned pears, apple sauce, bananas, green beans and carrots (raw or cooked).
It was gradual over a couple of years, but now I can eat all of that, plus pork (yes, I know this is a red meat and is a trigger for many), salads, even a little dairy now and then, and many other things I was afraid to and unable to eat seven years ago. I still steer clear of beef, coffee, large amounts of dairy, and artificial sugars but otherwise I am good to go. Oh, and I hardly drink soda anymore - maybe half a cup once a month.
I still take a soluble fiber supplement at least once a day.
It took a lot of patience and time on my part, and just as much patience and understanding from my husband and friends. I consider myself very lucky that I have come so far.
Hang in there. I hope things turn around for you.
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what did you do to get where you are, Snorkie?
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