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if you keep on changing the dosage you will likely make yourself feel worse as per heather's sticky at the start of the board.
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#356490 - 03/08/10 04:30 PM
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Cyndy
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Wait, what's wrong with chewing gum if it doesn't contain artificial sweeteners? I use this strategy every night. 
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#356496 - 03/08/10 08:19 PM
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It has been documented that chewing gum of any type (same with drinking through a straw) introduces gas creating air into the GI system, thus aggravating IBS symptoms.
I miss chewing mint gum to remove loose particles of food from my teeth when eating out and can't easily brush food particles away with a toothbrush. 
Flossing is best, and soft toothpicks will remove food particles and are also good for the gums and teeth, though requires a trip to the restroom after eating out in a restaurant before moving on. For refreshing breath, one hard peppermint candy works well and can aid digestion too.
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#356499 - 03/08/10 09:26 PM
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I feel so guilty I pray I go alot tommorow. It was hell at work tonight and I ate food there my god it tasted so darn good I almost don't care about the consequences. uhh shame on me! ok guess back on track tommorow nothing else I can do..
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#356506 - 03/09/10 07:44 AM
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Cyndy
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Thanks for the explanation. Darn, this strategy was helping me so much!
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Re: gum
#356507 - 03/09/10 07:50 AM
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I do not find chewing gum increases my gas.I think it helps me.
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You say you eat bad food when you eat at MC Donalds.What do you eat there?
I choose to eat the fish sandwich or chicken when we go there,I only eat a few fries and that is after eating the sandwich.
Let me say we eat there less than once a month also.
I think you could can eat safe food where ever you go.Try eating a plain bun first and then a small salad or wrap even.
But what is it you keep eating?
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fries I always find pieces of mcdonalds fries in my stool. I ate a big piece of meat on a plain bun with 1 piece of cheese. I was stressed like no other and in the worse mood ever when I did it,I don't know that I can say I regret it now as how darn good it tasted so if I suffer maybe its worth it this time. I am back on track today. I want to make this today http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/vegetarian-recipes/vegan-chocolate-cake.php it looks too high in fat,but still. do u think 2 round heart cake pans work just fine? don't know if they are 9inch..
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who is that in the pic? Bananas and rice milk have never made me nauseas.
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idk its just from photbucket
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