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but how do u get protein in ur diet if u don't eat meat?

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You can get lots of protein into your diet from beans, rice, soy products, and more. You might want to check out a nutrition textbook or vegetarian cookbook from your local library, that will show you how to get more protein into your diet, absent animal meat. It's really not difficult to find alternatives that really taste wonderful! So much is in the texture and seasoning of the food. I have been totally amazed the more I learn!

When I think I might be lacking in protein on a given day, I love to drink chocolate soy milk for dessert! Some even make rice puddings with soy milk. While some IBSers say soy products give them gas, I don't find this a problem for myself. Even so, if you are presently taking Lomotil or an equivalent, then gas should not be a problem with soy products. You've already got that covered.

You decide what works for YOU!... ... and enjoy eating what tastes good and is very healthy. There will come a point where you have found your personal path to IBS stability, and likely may not even need the Lomotil any more except when you've exceeded your gut limitations.

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Senior female, IBS-D, presently stable thanks to Heather & Staff

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