Anyone for Coffee? (no boys allowed)

[Janine]

I also have IBS. I stopped eating red meat; but then I was tired all the time. I finally gave into really lean meats slowly, only such as filet mignon (I know it's expensive) and lean sirlon burger occasionally. I can't eat anything fried or fatty either, such as prime rib; I actually will vomit if I eat that. I also try to stay away from what I call harsh fiber. I have found I can tolerate oats better than than wheat even though I have been tested for wheat allergies and celiac's disease. I can hardly eat vegatables anymore - don't get me near a bean. I can basically eat these cooked or raw - spinach, aspargus, carrots, potatoes. My diet gets pretty boring. I try to spice things up, without using spice at all, but rather fresh grown or dried herbs. I can't eat onions either or immediately I am having severe stomach cramps. I can actually eat a small piece of raw but cooked for me is deadly. I can no longer eat salad, unless I have raw vegatables and a little raw spinach - forget lettuce. Recently, I am also trying to cut out anything at all processed - I sometimes will eat a Stouffers frozen meal but I think the additives can't really be good for one and those are loaded with sodium as well.

I also eat yogart everyday and take a few acidophilis tablets. Not really sure if those work that well. My IBS dr gave me a sample of something with probotics he claims does work much better but it's $40. dollars a month, so forget about me buying that.

Niamh, a few questions; what do you consider to be the soluable fiber? I have read online some about it but don't know that much. I always want to learn more and get tips that will help.

I think some of the diet is individual and what you find bothers you or triggers your symptoms. I have had this for a long time so I had time to test various foods before I came to the conclusion of what works for me and what doesn't. I am far from well on that score but I have other ailments adding to the mix in the same area - abdominal; so that complicates the matter. I am on a low acid diet for that condition but I didn't really know that would help IBS as well.

[teashi]

Hello in here.

[papayahed]

I also eat yogart everyday and take a few acidophilis tablets. Not really sure if those work that well. My IBS dr gave me a sample of something with probotics he claims does work much better but it's $40. dollars a month, so forget about me buying that.

Have you tried Kefir? It's kinda like yougurt but in drinkable form, I like it a little better then yogurt.

[papayahed]

Hello in here.

Hi teashi

[Aravona]

Hello in here.

Hiya ^_^ welcome to this thread

[Shalot]

Anna - Can you eat popcorn? That's always a good snack.

Food allergies are miserable because they just don't ever end. My daughter is allergic to dairy, and you never notice how much you use it until you are trying to substitute in soy milk and cheese for everything. Ever try to make pudding with soy milk? It doesn't work out so well

There are these awesome pudding cups at Kroger - zen soy. They're good. Pricey though. Is she allerg? Is she lactose intolerant? That's one of my issues. I do not recommend the Amy's Soy Cheese Pizza. Something in that Pizza makes me one miserable person. I don't know why.

I also have IBS. I stopped eating red meat; but then I was tired all the time. I finally gave into really lean meats slowly, only such as filet mignon (I know it's expensive) and lean sirlon burger occasionally. I can't eat anything fried or fatty either, such as prime rib; I actually will vomit if I eat that. I also try to stay away from what I call harsh fiber. I have found I can tolerate oats better than than wheat even though I have been tested for wheat allergies and celiac's disease. I can hardly eat vegatables anymore - don't get me near a bean. I can basically eat these cooked or raw - spinach, aspargus, carrots, potatoes. My diet gets pretty boring. I try to spice things up, without using spice at all, but rather fresh grown or dried herbs. I can't eat onions either or immediately I am having severe stomach cramps. I can actually eat a small piece of raw but cooked for me is deadly. I can no longer eat salad, unless I have raw vegatables and a little raw spinach - forget lettuce. Recently, I am also trying to cut out anything at all processed - I sometimes will eat a Stouffers frozen meal but I think the additives can't really be good for one and those are loaded with sodium as well.

I also eat yogart everyday and take a few acidophilis tablets. Not really sure if those work that well. My IBS dr gave me a sample of something with probotics he claims does work much better but it's $40. dollars a month, so forget about me buying that.

Niamh, a few questions; what do you consider to be the soluable fiber? I have read online some about it but don't know that much. I always want to learn more and get tips that will help.

I think some of the diet is individual and what you find bothers you or triggers your symptoms. I have had this for a long time so I had time to test various foods before I came to the conclusion of what works for me and what doesn't. I am far from well on that score but I have other ailments adding to the mix in the same area - abdominal; so that complicates the matter. I am on a low acid diet for that condition but I didn't really know that would help IBS as well.

I have to take a probiotic. It's called Align. It helps. Problem is I forget to take it and it's one of those things you're supposed to do on a regular basis...

But when I take it like I am supposed to, I feel better. Normal to some degree.

[applepie]

There are these awesome pudding cups at Kroger - zen soy. They're good. Pricey though. Is she allerg? Is she lactose intolerant? That's one of my issues. I do not recommend the Amy's Soy Cheese Pizza. Something in that Pizza makes me one miserable person. I don't know why.

She's actually full blown allergic to it as I found when I tried her on the lactose free milk. She'll start having respiratory symptoms like nasal allergies if she gets too much. I try to still allow her to have a little since I'm hoping exposure will eventually win out, but I can only let her have 2-3 servings a week if I don't want to worry about her breathing at night I normally save it for things she would otherwise miss out on like real ice cream

Soya Kaas cheese (Mozzarella) isn't bad. I like that it melts really well which a lot of them don't. The only issue I have is that the other varieties don't taste much like what they say they are. The mozzarella is pretty close. I also try to find things made with coconut milk. She seems to prefer the taste, but since most of the non dairy foods out there are for adults choosing not to eat dairy everything is lacking in sweetness for her. She likes yogurt, but the non dairy kind is just too sour.

I've jokingly told my mom that I will start a business one day selling foods specifically for kids with food allergies The market is sorely lacking in that area, and while it is a small population you can almost guarantee repeat business if the product is good Now all I need is start up capital

[Niamh]

Heres a list of soluble fibre foods. Infact that intire website is my IBS bible. Its fantastic! I have the prebiotic acacia with is brilliant.
http://www.helpforibs.com/diet/fiber1.asp

[applepie]

Niamh: What kind of diet are you on because of IBS? And is it a permanent thing?

Mkhockenberry: Aww, that's very sweet of you

Here's one that you might do well for you. I've made it a number of times, and it's tasty.

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Coconut...ns/Detail.aspx

[The Comedian]

Ladies,

Sorry for the interruption, but I need some fashion advice from you.

So, what do you think of a jeans & sport coat (no tie) look? Something similar to what's depicted here:



And, if time or temperament allow, these follow up questions: (1) how "formal" is this set up? Is this a "wear to work" get up? After hours? Date night?

Gracias

[Niamh]

Date night or casual wear to work. That look would suit you me thinks!
Whats the occasion?

[The Comedian]

Date night or casual wear to work. That look would suit you me thinks!
Whats the occasion?

Thanks: couple of occasions, actually. Work wear (I have several sport coats) and a night out with the Mrs. . . . It's so hard to "dress up" to go out with the cloths that you usually wear for work. How uninspiring. . . .

[applepie]

It looks like a perfect look for work to me as long as you're in a casual office or something similar. To go out, swap the button down for a graphic tee and you'll look great

[teashi]

Hey, thanks for the welcomes.

I dunno much about fashion, but I think that looks nice, but not 'too nice', still pretty casual.

[Janine]

I have to take a probiotic. It's called Align. It helps. Problem is I forget to take it and it's one of those things you're supposed to do on a regular basis...

But when I take it like I am supposed to, I feel better. Normal to some degree.

ShalotThat's the one - Align. I don't know how expensive it is where you live; but it's rather expensive here. But you say it really works? I wish my dr would offer me more samples.

Thanks Niamh for that site. I will check it out now. I hope I find something to help me. It's so complicated; because I have the chronic bladder disease too (non bacterial condition) and the past year I have had recurring infections, as well. Some days I don't know where the pain is coming from. Anything which will help me is appreciated.