1.     Milk

Lactose, which is found in dairy products, is often one of the first things that doctors and nutritionists recommend eliminating from the diet. That’s because lactose is a known trigger of symptoms of IBS.

With this in mind, steer clear of milk. Instead, give lactose-free milk a try. If you can’t find lactose-free milk in the regular section of your grocery store, search the health foods section. And if you don’t care for lactose-free milk, consider oat milk, rice milk, almond milk or soymilk as other IBS-friendly replacements.  

When it comes to dairy products, other changes are also suggested. For yogurt, look for lactose-free options. For cheese, stick with hard cheeses, brie and camembert. And for butter, consider opting for a touch of olive oil.

2.     Fruits Containing Fructose

We usually think of fruit as a healthy dietary staple. However, fruits containing fructose can make symptoms of IBS worse. This means you need to know which options are the best for your health.

According to fructose.org, “fructose is a simple sugar that occurs naturally in foods. It gives fruits their sweet taste.” 

It is thought that fructose does not interact correctly with the gut.