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Low-Fiber Diets

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Introduction
Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. A low-fiber diet restricts fibrous foods that are not digested in the small intestine. A diet is considered to be low-fiber if it contains about 10–15 grams of fiber a day. In general, a low-fiber food will have fewer than 2 grams of fiber per serving. Low-fiber diets may be used to:
Promote healing and rest the bowel during intestinal flare-ups.
Prevent blockage of a partially blocked or narrowed gastrointestinal tract.
Reduce fecal weight and volume.
Slow bowel movements.
You may be on a low-fiber diet as a transitional diet following surgery, after an injury, or because of a short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic) illness. Your health care provider will determine the …show more content…

Cooked potatoes without skins.
Fruits
All strained (no pulp) fruit juices, except prune juice. Small amounts of cooked or canned fruits without skin and seeds, peeled banana, melon, and applesauce.
Meats and other protein foods
Ground meat. Tender cuts of meat. Eggs. Fish, seafood, and shellfish. Smooth nut butters. Tofu. Liver and other organ meats.
Dairy
All milk products and drinks. Milk substitutes, including rice, soy, and almond milks (they should not contain added whole nuts, seeds, or fruit). Yogurt without granola or seeds. Sour cream. Cottage cheese. Cheese. Cream and cheese sauces.
Beverages
Decaf coffee. Fruit and vegetable juices or smoothies (small amounts, with no pulp or skins, and with fruits from allowed list). Sports drinks. Herbal tea.
Fats and oils
Margarine. Butter. Oils (in small amounts). Choose healthy fats such as olive oil, canola oil, and omega-3 fatty acids (found in salmon or tuna).
Sweets and desserts
Plain cakes and cookies. Cream pies and pies made with allowed fruit. Pudding. Custard. Fruit gelatin. Sherbet. Popsicles. Ice cream without nuts. Plain hard candy. Honey. Jelly. Molasses. Syrups, including chocolate syrup. Chocolate. Marshmallows. Gumdrops.
Seasoning and other foods
Bouillon. Broth. Cream soups made from allowed foods. Strained soup. Casseroles made with allowed foods. Ketchup. Mild mustard. Mayonnaise. Mild salad dressings. Plain gravies. Vinegar. Spices in moderation. Salt. Sugar.
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