Re: Low-Fiber / Low-Residue Diet Information and Care Guide
From: Dawn (dawn@naisp.net)
Wed Apr 9 04:43:22 2003
At Wed, 27 Sep 2000, Helen Dynda wrote:
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>[] Low-Fiber / Low-Residue Diet:
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>What You Should Know: The fiber in fruits, vegetables, and grains is not absorbed by the body. Instead, it adds bulk to bowel movements. When smaller, softer bowel movements are important, doctors therefore recommend a low fiber / low residue diet. You may need this type of diet if you have diarrhea, cramping, bowel problems, or difficulty digesting certain foods. A low-residue diet is also often recommended after surgery.
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>What You Should Do: Choose only foods on the approved lists below. Be especially careful to avoid the items on the "Do not eat" lists.
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>http://www.healthsquare.com/mc/fgmc2014.htm
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