Kristin;
(or Kree? Which do you prefer?)
Thanks for the reply. Although I'm new to this board, I've actually had Heather's book and been partially following the soluble fiber diet for almost two years now, which is why it's so frustrating to have a day like I did Monday. I haven't been doubled over with gas cramps like that in months and months.
By "partially following," I mean I started eating way more soluble fiber, way less insoluble fiber, way less fat, and smaller meals more frequently. And of course a fiber supplement, no alcohol for past 10 years, and cut way back on coffee and sodas. I also get lots of exercise on a regular basis and meditate and do relaxation exercises. 
Plus I've been tracking my trigger foods for at least 10 years due to a confirmed allergy to apples and peaches (two trips to the emergency room in full anaphylactic shock and subsequent confirmation by an allergist), plus numerous food intolerances such as corn, mushrooms, MSG, anything fermented or containing mold like blue cheese, bananas, citrus, avocado, etc. 
And that approach had kept me D free for six months from mid 2002 to beginning of 2003 and another six months from then to mid 2003. But after relapsing to D once a month starting six months ago has made me determined to double my efforts and follow Heather's diet even more closely. That's why it was so discouraging to figure out that the peppermint tea of all things upset my sensitive tummy. 
Anyway, thrilled to be part of this group with such nice people like you. Sorry for the loooooong post!! 
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Laura
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