Re: Can fruits make you fat?
05/31/05 07:54 AM
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Sand
Reged: 12/13/04
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Loc: West Orange, NJ (IBS-D)
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As far as weight is concerned, I think all calories are equal, so if you eat more fruit, but cut down on other foods I think your weight will be okay. You might also try to increase your daily activity a little - maybe walk a little more.
If you're following Heather's diet, though, most fruit is insoluble fiber which can be tough on your IBS. Bananas, mangoes, and papayas, are soluble fiber which is perfectly safe, but other fruits are insoluble fiber. Fruits that are insoluble fiber are safer if you peel, chop, cook, or puree them - they're often not as good though.  To make things easier on your IBS, try having some soluble fiber before you eat the fresh fruit - it will provide a little cushion. For example, eat a banana or mango first, then the other fruits.
All these fruits sound wonderful - enjoy!
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