Guest guest Posted July 27, 2007 Report Share Posted July 27, 2007 hello gang, allison here. i have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and i think beans are causing me problems. something's definately making me sick, though i only THINK its the beans. not quite sure. I suppose it could be all the fibre and stuff.. (thoughts anyone?). the problem is- beans are in so any vegetarian foods, from soymilk to tofu to just plain beans, which come in a zillion varieties, and also lentils. has anyone got any tips to help me sort out what is making me sick and how to deal with it? are there doctors who can help you sort stuff like this out? (just generally, not specific doctors, since i live in Australia (unless you know australian doctors)... thankyou everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2007 Report Share Posted July 28, 2007 Hi Allison, I'm pretty ignorant regarding the specifics of IBS but I do know that rinsing all canned beans in cold water before using dramatically reduces the amount of gas experienced by my family. I know this is rather simplistic, but I thought I would throw it out there anyways! Best wishes, Kyra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2007 Report Share Posted July 28, 2007 hi allison.. first of all..aussie aussie aussie! oy oy oy! lol..i had an australian neighbor from Perthe in med school, and she was fond of saying that.. about the beans and the IBS: IBS is a syndrome that is mainly symptomatic and has a psychological component,ie stress, to it. I am not sure whether your IBS diagnosis is accurate, as beans often cause flatulence and bloating and symptoms of indigestion. I live in the States, and we have a medicine called Beano, which is specifically meant to combat the indigestion and bloating caused by eating legumes, lentils, and other gas-forming vegetables. Perhaps you may look into a similiar medication? Hope that helps:) Paru , " born_of_beltane " <mysteriousdarkness wrote: > > hello gang, allison here. > > i have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and i think beans are causing me > problems. something's definately making me sick, though i only THINK > its the beans. not quite sure. I suppose it could be all the fibre and > stuff.. (thoughts anyone?). the problem is- beans are in so any > vegetarian foods, from soymilk to tofu to just plain beans, which come > in a zillion varieties, and also lentils. > > has anyone got any tips to help me sort out what is making me sick and > how to deal with it? are there doctors who can help you sort stuff like > this out? (just generally, not specific doctors, since i live in > Australia (unless you know australian doctors)... > > thankyou everyone! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2007 Report Share Posted July 28, 2007 Hello Gang For the peoples who have IBS,Are you for sure you have it? Take the Internet to Go: Go puts the Internet in your pocket: mail, news, photos & more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2007 Report Share Posted July 29, 2007 no, not at all... but i described my symptoms to a couple of doctors and they all said 'well, it COULD be IBS'.. and i visited a lady who specialised in finding the foods that 'upset' you, who did say i have a sensitive stomach (which is not IBS, i know).... (yes, i'm going back to her to find out about this whole bean thing).... but who knows.. all i know is that something i'm eating has the power to make me HORRIBLY cramped with diarhoea and stomach pains for the next morning, and then leaves me with a general feeling of 'unwellness' for the rest of the day. its really not nice, and since i suspect its beans i'm now too terrified to eat them. thankyou to everyone who answered by the way, so helpful :):) allison. , Marie <sunnymaid222 wrote: > > Hello Gang > > For the peoples who have IBS,Are you for sure you have it? > > > > Take the Internet to Go: Go puts the Internet in your pocket: mail, news, photos & more. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2007 Report Share Posted July 29, 2007 I'm thinking you should consult a nutritionist or a doctor specializing in gastro-intestinal disorders before you make any drastic dietary changes. I am sorry you are not feeling well and hope you can get this sussed out soon. ~ PT ~ Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding. ~ Mohandas Karamchand [Mahatma] Gandhi (1869-1948) ~~~*~~~*~~~*~~~> , " born_of_beltane " <mysteriousdarkness wrote: > > hello gang, allison here. > > i have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and i think beans are causing me > problems. something's definately making me sick, though i only THINK > its the beans. not quite sure. I suppose it could be all the fibre and > stuff.. (thoughts anyone?). > has anyone got any tips to help me sort out what is making me sick and > how to deal with it? are there doctors who can help you sort stuff like > this out? (just generally, not specific doctors, since i live in > Australia (unless you know australian doctors)... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2007 Report Share Posted July 29, 2007 Are she sure she have IBS? ~ PT ~ <patchouli_troll wrote: I'm thinking you should consult a nutritionist or a doctor specializing in gastro-intestinal disorders before you make any drastic dietary changes. I am sorry you are not feeling well and hope you can get this sussed out soon. ~ PT ~ Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding. ~ Mohandas Karamchand [Mahatma] Gandhi (1869-1948) ~~~*~~~*~~~*~~~> , " born_of_beltane " <mysteriousdarkness wrote: > > hello gang, allison here. > > i have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and i think beans are causing me > problems. something's definately making me sick, though i only THINK > its the beans. not quite sure. I suppose it could be all the fibre and > stuff.. (thoughts anyone?). > has anyone got any tips to help me sort out what is making me sick and > how to deal with it? are there doctors who can help you sort stuff like > this out? (just generally, not specific doctors, since i live in > Australia (unless you know australian doctors)... Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with FareChase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 30, 2007 Report Share Posted July 30, 2007 No, I am not sure of anything, which is why I suggested she seek a professional medical opinion. ~ PT ~ There is no wealth but life. ~ John Ruskin (1819-1900) ~~~*~~~*~~~*~~~> , Marie <sunnymaid222 wrote: > > Are she sure she have IBS? > > ~ PT ~ <patchouli_troll wrote: I'm thinking you should consult a nutritionist or > a doctor specializing in gastro-intestinal disorders > before you make any drastic dietary changes. > I am sorry you are not feeling well and hope you > can get this sussed out soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 30, 2007 Report Share Posted July 30, 2007 There are many things (some can be lethal) that can have the same symptoms of IBS. SO I concur that seeing a dr would best to rule everything out. Just to be safe. ~Liudwih On 7/30/07, ~ PT ~ <patchouli_troll wrote: > > No, I am not sure of anything, which is why > I suggested she seek a professional > medical opinion. > > ~ PT ~ > > There is no wealth but life. > ~ John Ruskin (1819-1900) > ~~~*~~~*~~~*~~~> > --- In <%40>, > Marie <sunnymaid222 wrote: > > > > Are she sure she have IBS? > > > > ~ PT ~ <patchouli_troll wrote: I'm thinking you should consult a > nutritionist > or > > a doctor specializing in gastro-intestinal disorders > > before you make any drastic dietary changes. > > I am sorry you are not feeling well and hope you > > can get this sussed out soon. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 30, 2007 Report Share Posted July 30, 2007 I have IBS-C and have had great success with a fiber suppliment. I know, I know, if you eat veg, you get all of the fiber you need. Probably true more often than not. However, it seems for IBS folks it is the amount of soluable fiber that makes the difference and many things OK for veg may not be OK for IBS. A friend told me about this site, I bought her organic acacia fiber suppliment and now I get nervous when my stock gets low. It's the only way I can exist without really embarrasing trips to the ER. www.helpforibs.com Her recipe board is great though I wasn't too impressed with the book. I think you can get most of the info you need off of her site. Good luck. Genie , " born_of_beltane " <mysteriousdarkness wrote: > > hello gang, allison here. > > i have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and i think beans are causing me > problems. something's definately making me sick, though i only THINK > its the beans. not quite sure. I suppose it could be all the fibre and > stuff.. (thoughts anyone?). the problem is- beans are in so any > vegetarian foods, from soymilk to tofu to just plain beans, which come > in a zillion varieties, and also lentils. > > has anyone got any tips to help me sort out what is making me sick and > how to deal with it? are there doctors who can help you sort stuff like > this out? (just generally, not specific doctors, since i live in > Australia (unless you know australian doctors)... > > thankyou everyone! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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