It is a gastrointestinal disorder that results in diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, and bloating in severe cases, mucus is also found in the stool. Intake of dairy products, chocolate, citrus food, or alcohol can worsen the symptoms leading to severe constipation and diarrhea. Stress also serves as a major symptom of IBS. So, by managing our lifestyle and diet, we can control the symptoms more easily. A high-fiber diet is helpful in adding bulk to the stools and promoting normal bowel motility. Avoid overuse of laxatives, antibiotics, caffeine, and fat-rich foods as it disrupts the normal functioning of the digestive system.
| AVOID | ALLOWED TO TAKE |
| Non-Vegetarian, Spicy, Junk, Packed, Baked & Processed Food, Dairy Products, Soft drinks, Tea, Coffee, Ice Cream, Nuts, White Flour and its Products, White bread, Oats, Sauces, Corn Flakes, etc. | Egg white – limited qty.Water – Controlled amt.Coconut WaterPumpkin JuiceCow GheeRiceKhichdi, PulaoWheat and Corn – only if suitsMillet Flour (Foxtail, Kodo, Browntop)Soaked Almonds – 5-10 per dayTragacanth gumBarley water – Early Morning |
| FRUITS | FRUITS |
| All Citrus Fruits, Fruits with Seeds, Apricot, Berries, Kiwi | Pomegranate Juice – 50ml twice daily, Cooked Apples, Banana, Pear, Ripe Papaya, Peaches |
| VEGETABLES | VEGETABLES |
| Cruciferous Vegetables (like Cauliflower, Cabbage, Broccoli), Garlic, Tomatoes, Brinjal, Spinach, Lady Finger / Okra, Mushroom, French Beans, Fenugreek Leaves, Peas, Radish | Pumpkin, Bottle Gourd, Round Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Ridge Gourd / Zucchini, Carrots, Winter Squash, Broccoli, Turnip, Boiled Potatoes, Ginger- in moderation |
| PULSES | PULSES |
| Chickpeas, Kidney Beans, Black Gram | Green Gram, Orange Lentils, Yellow Lentils, Pigeon Peas |
| SPICES | SPICES |
| Green & Red Chillies, Excessive Salt | Fennel, Turmeric, Cumin, Coriander Seeds, Thyme Leaves, Dried Fenugreek Leaves, Mint Leaves, Asafoetida, Rock SaltNote – All in less quantity. |
IMPORTANT TIPS
- Food items not mentioned in this diet chart can be consumed in moderation.
- As per Ayurveda, all diseases are caused due to imbalance of the tridoshas. IBS is due to an imbalance of Pitta Dosha, so it is better to avoid taking Sour (Amla), Salty (Lavan), and Pungent.
- (Katu) Tastes and Sweet (Madhur), Bitter (Tikta), and Astringent (Kashaya) Tastes can be consumed in moderation.
- As a General, all kinds of artificial, packed, industrial, and processed food items should be avoided.
- Behavior plays an important role in preventing diseases, so keep yourself away from negative thoughts, anger, greed, and Ego.