After last weeks colonoscopy, it is obvious that I will not be able to maintain a Keto diet. I understand the value of a Keto diet but unfortunately, the things that are to be avoided are the things I need in order to be able to take in a significant amount of fiber. Add in the fact that I have reactions to ALL sugar substitutes… ALL. OF. THEM. It if isn’t sugar, I have an issue ranging from massive migraine and vomiting to rash and itching. This includes Stevia and other “natural” sweeteners.
According to the discharge instructions I received after my colonoscopy, I am to maintain a high fiber diet. No nuts, popcorn, and/or fruit with sharp seeds like strawberries. Since my original diagnosis of Diverticulosis many years ago, I have always stayed away from anything with skin (potatoes), nuts, and seeds so that is really nothing new. But trying to add fiber to a Keto diet just does not seem possible to me. I need grains for fiber. I need beans for fiber. And I need oatmeal for fiber.
I have a couple of good friends that are on Keto diets. And they are doing wonderfully on it. And I fully back their decision to be on it. It works great for them. I just wish I was able to continue on the Keto train. But, unfortunately, I have to make more modifications than I thought I would. So now, I’m going to consume more fiber and probably take 2 FiberCon 3 times a day until I find the perfect balance. But I will also try to be as low-carb as possible. The rest I will just see how it goes.
I found this book and I am hoping it will help me on this newly adjusted diet. I am definitely open for suggestions so if you have any, please let me know.
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