Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Apples vs Applesauce

Hi - Yes, you can have an apple with the peel on it if you're careful. Have a soluble fiber base first, and try this with a small apple or half an apple first. Chew the pieces really well. Normally, it's easier to dice or puree up insoluble fiber but that's a bit tough with an apple you want to eat out of hand. Or, try peeling half the apple and leave half unpeeled.

In general, cooking, diceing, pureeing insoluble fiber makes it much safer. And combining it with a soluble fiber base is key. If you follow those general guidelines you should be able to incorporate plenty of insoluble fiber foods without triggering attacks, especially once you've got yourself stabilized. If you're in the midst of attacks, back off the insoluble fiber until you're on firm ground again, then gradually increase it once more.

- H

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