Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: How does this happen??

The consistancy of the stool is not as important as the frequency and pebbled stools does not mean it has been in your body at least 4 days. The pebbles are due to bowel spasms not the lenght of time it stays in the bowel. More than 3 bowel movements a day is D while constipation is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than three times per week. Using these definitions it seems like you are more D than C.

Are you taking a soluble fiber supplement?

You might try removing the applesauce to see if the fructose in the apples is a problem for you.

And it seems like you don't have enough fiber including insoluble fiber in your diet. You might try adding well cooked peeled veggies such as carrots to your diet.

It can take several weeks or months of being on the diet before you see a significant difference. Stick with it and keep asking questions.

Good luck.

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