7. Tips for living with irritable bowel syndrome
You suffer from bloating and discomfort, you alternate between constipation and diarrhea, here are some tips that will ensure better digestive comfort.
During painful periods avoid:
- High fibre foods: leeks, salsify, sorrel, radish, turnip, celery and legumes
- Wholegrain cereals, wholemeal bread or bran
- Dried fruit
- Fibrous fruits: melon, watermelon, rhubarb and fruit with their skin.
- Most vegetables (individualize)
- Gluten (wheat, rye, barley, oats)
Reduce consumption of dairy products and especially cow-milk cheeses.
When you are bloated:
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And it will do you good to:
- Always eat your fruit between meal
- Observe the best food combinations
- Prolong and slow chewing, avoid chewing gum
- Avoid large meals and snacks
- Eat in a quiet atmosphere, at regular hours
- Do not drink during the meal, but between meals
- Practice a physical activity
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