Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Help....Any suggestions?

Hi,

I have started on the Weight Watchers Core Program on June 25th and have lost 14 lbs. to-date. Over the past approx. 2 weeks I have been having digestive gurgling, abdominal cramping and loose stools. I have been eating LOTS of fresh fruits and veggies; not very much fiber at all and using some splenda and drinking LOTS of water. Does this seem like it would be due to my change in eating habits than what I was used to (eating junk foods)? I also have IC (Interstitial Cystitis) which is a chronic disease of the bladder. Many foods that I've been eating are not on the IC friendly list of foods, however I can't give them up because my diet would consist of nothing satisfying to me. This is a lifestyle change that I needed to choose due to having some health issues. I want to be healthy and happy!!! Has anyone else ever experienced these symptoms? I have been diagnosed with IBS several years ago and have had several colonoscopies. I don't want to run to the doctor because as soon as I do, they look back through your chart and say they are going to do another test......I'm NOT a test happy person at all.

Thanks for any suggestions!

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