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Simple Changes
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These are not Big Changes. (Nobody can stick to those anyway.) Instead, they are simple changes that can make managing your digestive health a natural part of the life you already live. Plus…guess what? They can be fun! Some simple suggestions:
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Avoid Troublesome Foods
Some foods and drinks may cause or worsen symptoms. These foods include:
- Fatty foods, like french fries
- Milk products, like cheese or ice cream
- Chocolate
- Alcohol
- Caffeinated drinks, like coffee and some sodas
- Carbonated drinks, like soda
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Start A Food Journal
To find out which foods are a problem for you, keep a journal or log, keeping track of:
- What you eat each day
- What issues you have each day
- When issues occur
- What foods always trigger issues
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Some Foods Can Help
For instance, fiber may reduce constipation because it makes the stool soft and easier to pass. Examples of foods with fiber include:
- Fruits: especially apples and peaches
- Vegetables: especially broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and peas
- Carbs: especially kidney beans, lima beans, whole-grain bread, whole-grain cereal
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Reduce Stress
Many people report that their bowels react negatively to emotional stress. So, if you have digestive issues, stress can make your issues worse. Learning to reduce stress can help manage your digestive concerns.
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