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.