Patient was instructed upon uses of low fiber diet as follows: Low fiber diet is recommended to reduce the frequency of bowel movements, typically in patients with irritable bowel syndrome with increased bowel movement and diarrhea. Fiber adds bulk to the stool and thereby, promotes bowel movement. So, reducing the amount of fiber in the diet will help slow the bowel movements down, thus helping individuals with diarrhea. Low residue diet is also helpful in [...]

Patient was educated on low residue diet as follows: Low residue diet is recommended for individuals with complaint of intestinal narrowing. The narrowing of the intestines can result from factors, such as, Crohn’s disease or formation of scar tissue from a previous surgery. Low residue diet involves avoiding foods such as, raw fruits, vegetables and seeds that add bulk to stool. Less bulk can pass through the narrowed intestines easily without any obstructions. This will [...]

Patient was educated on different ways they can incorporate more fiber in the diet: Substitute whole grain cereal and whole grain bread instead of refined and white bread. Check the ingredients for whole grain, such as, whole wheat or whole oats. Try brown rice instead of white rice on your meal. Your target is to select foods that provide about 3 – 5 grams of fiber per serving. Substitute whole fruit over fruit juice, as [...]

Patient was educated on soluble dietary fiber as follows: Dietary fiber is classified into two types: Insoluble fiber and Soluble fiber. Vegetable sources usually have a mix of both the types. Soluble Fiber Fruits and legumes are a significant source of soluble fiber. This type of fiber swells with water and will help slow the digestion of food. This will lead to slow absorption of nutrients from the diet, including glucose. This will help nutrients [...]

Patient was educated on insoluble dietary fiber as follows: Dietary fiber is classified into two types: Insoluble fiber and Soluble fiber. Vegetable sources usually have a mix of both the types. Insoluble Fiber Bran of whole grains is an important source of insoluble fiber. This type of fiber is also found in the oats, cereals, skin of vegetables and fruits. Insoluble fiber is what makes one feel full. A portion of this type of fiber [...]