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DIET INFORMATION

LOW RESIDUE DIET

What Is a Low-Residue Diet?

A low-residue diet limits high-fiber foods, like whole-grain breads and cereals, nuts, seeds, raw or dried fruits, and vegetables.

"Residue" is undigested food, including fiber, that makes up stool. The goal of the diet is to have fewer, smaller bowel movements each day. That will ease symptoms like diarrhea, bloating, gas, and stomach cramping.

Your doctor may recommend this diet for a little while when you have a flare or after surgery to help with recovery.

Low-Residue Diet Foods

Grains

Refined or enriched white breads and plain crackers, such as saltines or Melba toast (no seeds)
Cooked cereals, like farina, cream of wheat, and grits
Cold cereals, like puffed rice and corn flakes
White rice, noodles, and refined pasta