10 Foods to Avoid When You Have Diarrhea

5. Legumes

In the list of foods that you should avoid when you have diarrhea, you cannot ignore legumes. Whether you eat soybeans, lima beans, or peas, these legumes move through to the small intestine and enter the large intestine undigested.

Undigested legumes is one of the main causes of flatulence as well as diarrhea.

Legumes are also high in lectins, a class of proteins that cause increased inflammation in your gut.

To prevent diarrhea, legumes can be eaten with soluble fiber. However, do not eat legumes if you are already suffering from diarrhea.

6. Sugar Substitutes

Another offender in this list of diarrhea-causing foods is artificial sweeteners like sorbitol, mannitol, and xylitol, which are commonly found in sugar-free gum, candy and medications.

These sweeteners are absorbed much more slowly than table sugar. They tend to reach the large intestine without being absorbed, which in turn causes diarrhea. Plus, bacteria in the stomach eat those sugars and produce more gas.

If you are prone to stomach disorders like diarrhea, always read the nutrition labels on foods before you buy them to avoid artificial sweeteners.

7. Nuts

Nuts and dried fruits are rich in insoluble fiber that can make your diarrhea symptoms worse.

Nuts are hard to digest and can irritate the lining of your intestines, especially when suffering from upset stomach. Such foods can also cause a lot of bloating.

Substitute nuts and dried fruits with other healthy snacks like cooked carrots or a ripe banana, which can be soothing to your stomach.

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