Colon Cleanse Blog

Although Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) causes a great deal of discomfort and distress, the hopeful news is that with proper diet, stress management, and natural supplements, most people will be able to control their IBS symptoms, such as abdominal pains, abdominal cramps, bloating, gas, diarrhea, nausea or constipation. For all intents and purposes, we will be focusing on what foods to consume, versus what foods to avoid toward maintaining a balanced and healthy IBS diet.

Imagine, living a life, free of agonizing and embarrassing urges, where you are actually enjoying your time at a party or at home or work, without having to frantically worry if you are going to find much less make it to the bathroom on time to relieve yourself when attacked with the runs? At first, the very thought may sound like it’s too good to be true. Well, what if I told you that this is possible and certainly can be your reality!

Did you ever think of keeping an IBS diary? According to WebMd.com, if you regularly write down the types of foods you eat, when and where you ate them, the amount, and the symptoms associated with the food, it may help you and your doctor figure out what foods and situations trigger your IBS symptoms.¹

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When doing a colon cleanse, it is important you follow a healthy, low-fat diet. If you eat unhealthy foods, you’re not going to get the full potential of the cleansing program. It is important to stay away from all junk foods, fast food and microwaved meals. Be sure to drink lots of purified water throughout the day, and not coffee or sodas. Eating lots of organic, raw fruits and vegetables that are high in fiber are important for overall colon health, but especially important during a cleanse.

Here is a list of ten foods you can eat while doing a colon cleanse:

1. Apples

Apples are a great food to eat while doing a colon cleanse. Not only are they high in fiber, but they are also very low in calories and fat. One apple, with the skin still on it, will give you approximately 20-25% of your daily recommended fiber. They are a great food for anyone to eat, especially if they are trying to lose weight. Apples are usually high in pesticide residue, so be sure to buy organic, if possible. Drinking freshly-squeezed apple juice is another great addition to a cleansing diet, but stay away from juices that are high in sugar.

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