What is a Low Fiber Diet?

A low fiber diet (sometimes called low residue diet) can be detrimental to your health if you do not suffer from a serious condition, but it is recommended for:

Early stages of labour
Bowel inflammation
Diverticulitis
Chemotherapy
Chron's disease
Ulcerative colitis

It's particularly recommended during flare-ups to ease the stress on the body.

It can also be used after an operation to reduce the frequency and volume of your stools. The general consensus is that this diet should contain less than 10-15 grams of fiber per day.

I do not recommend that you use this diet for long periods of time since it severely reduces the intake of healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables and beans. This can lead to a deficiency in many vitamins and minerals.

Note that there are differences between a low residue diet and a low fiber diet. A low residue diet is often more restrictive, for more information go to my article on low residue diet.

You can also have a look at my list of high fiber foods for a complete view of what high fiber foods you should avoid while on this diet.

What to Eat

Here's a list of foods you can eat if you're aiming low.

Grain products:

White bread, buns and bagels
Refined pasta, cereals and noodles
White rice

Fruits & Vegetables:

Well-cooked vegetables without skin
Some fresh fruits without peels or seeds
Well-cooked fruits
Pulp free fruit juices

Meat & Related Foods:

Fish
Poultry
Eggs
Very small amount of dairy products such as milk, yoghurt and cottage cheese

What to Avoid

For you to get an even clearer perspective, here's a short list on what foods you should avoid:

Caffeine
Legumes (beans, lentils etc)
Nuts and seeds
Popcorn
Raw and dried fruits
Strong cheeses
Vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and kale
Whole-grains

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