Often when we experience pain and discomfort we avoid physical activity in an attempt not to cause pain flare ups. Look out for ‘E’ numbers (the numbers given to food additives) particularly, but not limited to, those in the 220 range. Additives/preservatives – particularly sulphites.Food combinations – pizza for example (dough base, coupled with processed foods).Highly spiced food – this could be the spice but more commonly it’s probably the rich creamy sauce which might be causing your bowel grief.If it’s a diet drink it contains sugar substitutes which are FODMAP’s™. Fizzy drinks – putting bubbles in a bubbly tum is not a good idea.Try herbal teas and coffee substitutes for a change unless you have an irritable bladder. Coffee – Caffeine, like alcohol, is also thought to impair fertility and is a diuretic.This could be due to the preservatives (often sulphites) and the high yeast and sugar content. Alcohol – Wine and beer often pose problems for some people.Animal fats – dairy, takeaways, fatty meats etc.Other foods to watch out for…according to feedback we have had from women since the mid-1980s. This will give you a really good idea of what foods you might be reacting to. *ENZ acknowledges Sue Shepherd and Peter Gibson. Check out this website for more: Start taking note of what you’re eating, how much and how you feel after you eat it, as everyone is different.
It is helpful to know which foods frequently make the bowel symptoms worse.īegin taking notice of what you eat and keep a record.įoods to watch out for are FODMAP™ FOODS: People with endometriosis are commonly sensitive to certain foods which can be disturbing, painful and disruptive. People with endometriosis often have a sensitised bowel and FODMAP’s™ tend to be the irritants. Conditions such as Crohns or Coeliac disease should be investigated too before making dietary changes or the diagnosis might be missed.įODMAP’s™ (as they are commonly called) are a set of ‘difficult-to-digest carbohydrates found in wheat, milk, beans, soy, certain fruits, vegetables, nuts and sweeteners which are known to cause IBS’*. You can relieve bowel related symptoms, by making changes to your diet. fluctuations between constipation and diarrhoea.People with endometriosis commonly experience the following bowel related symptoms:
0 kommentar(er)
