IBS and food

[pinkant]

Hi guys,

I've had really bad nausea for about a month, and in the last couple of days it's been a little better (I still can't eat anything without feeling sick, but small steps!) the doctors don't know what's wrong with me, but have suggested IBS and I wondered if anyone could help in terms of what is good/bad to eat?

I've done some internet searches, but it all seems quite complicated.

Thank you.

[jenishpatel87]

You have come to very good place. You would find good help here.

Did you have all tests done that confirms IBS ? (like ultrasound scan, Sigmoidoscopy/colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, etc.)

In terms of food, it will be mostly trial&error method. You can track your symptoms & see how it changes with food. In many cases, acidic food causes such nausea, IBS symptoms. In that case, switching to alkaline diet would help. You can talk to any dietitian/nutritionist to help your IBS symptoms.

You are correct, googling IBS can help you, but it can drive you crazy as lot of information available. So, I would just stick to 1 or 2 particular source where you can trust and follow-up with some dietitian. You can check my story, if you find something useful. healthunlocked.com/theibsne...

[Vallie]

I found ginger very good, tea and sweets. I had nausea constantly for about three weeks, then I suddenly realised it had just gone. Sometimes I think it's that "brain" in your gut playing games.

Try and eat as plain as you can, no sauces, spices, cakes, tasty things etc. Chicken and rice worked well for me, boring white bread. Everything your heart tells you is right - no treats. Hope you get it sorted for Christmas x

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I agree with Pandora, keep a daily diet for good and bad days. Good luck.

[pinkant]

Thank you all for your comments I didn't know there was such a thing as an alkaline diet.

I am going back to the doctor next week and will ask for some more tests, but in the mean time, I can keep a food diary.

Thank you