Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Nope Heather, I'm sorry.......

I agree that you have to do what is right for you, and no one else can tell you what the ultimate life-saving diet is, or that there is only one.

Myself, I cannot tolerate any yeast or too much sugar, even though it is allowed on the IBS diet. For some, they are not bothered by those food choices. For me, some of the IBS diet as outlined, causes me problems. I choose to eat healthy (whole, natural)foods that I can tolerate (sometimes trial and error)and omit what I can't (mostly any processed foods that come in a box, bag or can with all the added preservatives, etc.). Why would anyone have a problem with that? I have to do what is best for me. I'm not out to prove, or disprove anyones' ideas. If it works for you,... bonus! If not, keep experimenting with what your body can tolerate. Don't doctors even have to keep trying different meds with patients if they don't get the desired result the first (or second...) time?

Heather's diet has done a lot of good for many people. Certainly try it, and give it adequate time to see if it will help you. But, also realize, one size does not fit all. For instance, if your IBS symptoms are due to your bowel flora being out of whack (from use of antibiotics, birth control pills, mold exposure etc.), then those foods(high carbs, sugar) will continue to perpetuate your problem.

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