IC-FRIENDLY SOURCES OF FIBER
Constipation is a common problem for everyone, particularly people with interstitial cystitis (IC). Not only does it cause discomfort, for many IC patients it can increase IC symptoms such as urgency and frequency by causing additional pressure against the bladder. Many things may cause constipation including a low fiber diet. Luckily, there are many IC friendly foods that are high in fiber.
Breads and Cereals
|
Food Item |
Serving Size |
Grams of Fiber |
|
All Bran Cereal |
½ cup |
10 |
|
Air Popped Popcorn |
1 cup |
2.5 |
|
Bran Buds |
½ cup |
7.9 |
|
Bran Chex |
1 cup |
4.6 |
|
Cracklin’ Oat Bran |
½ cup |
4.3 |
|
Oatmeal (cooked) |
1 cup |
4.0 |
|
Raisin Bran |
1 cup |
4.0 |
|
Whole Wheat Bread |
1 slice |
1.9 |
Legumes, Cooked
|
Food Item |
Serving Size |
Grams of Fiber |
|
Kidney Beans |
½ cup |
5.2 |
|
Lima Beans |
½ cup |
4.5 |
|
Navy Beans |
½ cup |
9.3 |
Vegetables Cooked
|
Food Item |
Serving Size |
Grams of Fiber |
|
Broccoli |
½ cup |
3.0 |
|
Brussel Sprouts |
½ cup |
3.2 |
|
Cauliflower |
½ cup |
2.0 |
|
Peas (green) |
½ cup |
3.3 |
|
Potatoes (with skin) |
1 small |
2.5 |
Fruits
|
Food Item |
Serving Size |
Grams of Fiber |
|
Bananas |
1 medium |
2.0 |
|
Blueberries |
½ cup |
2.0 |
|
Dates (dried) |
½ cup |
1.9 |
|
Prunes (dried) |
½ cup |
3.0 |
|
Raisins |
¼ cup |
2.1 |
Sources:
- Urological and Gynecological Chronic Pelvic Pain: Current Therapies [Moldwin R, ed]. Springer Publishing: USA. Revised 1 June 2016. Accessed 7 March 2022
- https://www.ichelp.org/living-with-ic/interstitial-cystitis-and-diet/elimination-diet/ic-friendly-sources-of-fiber/
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