Re: 70 year old ibs-c sufferer
06/03/04 10:48 AM
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AstroChick
Reged: 12/30/03
Posts: 1023
Loc: Chicago, IL, USA
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Hi Izzy--
I'm not your age yet, but I am IBS C (most of the time, at least), and my mom and her mom are also IBS sufferers.
There are two things that IBS-C'ers cannot neglect on Heather's diet: liquids and insoluble fiber. I can't tell you how much more comfortable I am when I am getting lots of fluids. Lots means a minimum of 64 oz/day, if not double that. Do note, though, that you also have to get enough salt with that, particularly in the summertime. If drinking water or tea makes you feel more bloated, try having some pretzels or a pickle!
Also, not getting enough insoluble fiber with your soluble fiber is one of Heather's sneaky sins. I make this mistake all the time, and it just leads to more C. My goal is at least one fruit or vegetable with every meal, plus I occasionally eat whole wheat bread. If you do a search, you can find out a lot more about insoluble fiber and C'ers.
--AC
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