I am new to this diet, too, and while I don't have the other health problems as you (insulin resistance), I am adjusting quite well to "giving up" some foods. And after almost 2 months--I'm definitely improving!
I still have black tea in the mornings, but gave up coffee, which I have been drinking for over 35 years. That was the big one for me.
The dairy hasn't been too painful to give up--suggestions from people on this board are great. I now use Silk (plain, soy) Creamer, rice milk, soy milk, and different cheese substitutes.
As far as the starchy foods go--the soluble fiber ones like white rice, pasta, bread, etc.--I guess you'll have to use your doctor's guidance. But you can use those foods sparingly. I use some white rice for desserts, and the rest brown rice. The actual quantities don't have to be that much--maybe it won't be too much different than what you're eating now.
The big difference for me is that now I'm not eating nearly as much fat or oil for cooking, and I'm actually losing weight! THAT feels really good.
I don't know what the South Beach Diet is, but I think you will gain benefit from the IBS diet guidelines here. You will modify them to suit your own body's needs, but it's a good starting place.
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