Question: I have been put on a high fiber diet for my irritable bowel syndrome, can you give me a list of high fiber foods?

Answer: We will be happy to give you a list of high fiber foods for your irritable bowel syndrome diet. In many cases diet alone can greatly reduce your symptoms.

You may find that some of the foods on the diet will cause your symptoms to flare, but don’t worry, this is normal. Just cross these foods off of the list and stick to it.

The following foods have been shown to be high in fiber:

• Raspberries, Strawberries, Blueberries
• Apple, Pear, banana, orange
• Any food with bran
• Split peas, Lima beans, lentils
• Almonds, pistachios, pecans
• Artichoke, peas, broccoli
• Carrot, turnip, Brussels sprouts

You can enjoy any of the above and you will increase your daily fiber intake. If you find some of them disagree with you simply move on to the next item. Many items lose fiber if prepared a certain way or if they are peeled. Be sure to check with a dietitian for more information.

You may also want to take a daily fiber supplement if your doctor recommends it. This is often an easy way to increase your fiber intake.

We hope you have found this list of high fiber foods useful in preparing a high fiber diet to help control the symptoms of your irritable bowel syndrome.