Low Fiber Diet & Medication
A low fiber/low residue diet consists of avoiding foods high in fiber such as nuts, seeds, granola, and whole grain. Below is a list of options to help you while preparing for your diet change 4 days prior to your procedure. Following these guidelines to the best of your ability allows for an easier and more effective prep.
Low Fiber/Low Residue Diet
Foods that are OKAY |
Foods to AVOID |
|---|---|
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Carbohydrates/Grains/Starches
Enriched white bread, rolls, muffins, biscuits, waffles, French toast, pancakes White rice, noodles pasta Cooked, peeled potatoes Cream of wheat, grits, puffed rice, corn flakes, Special K Plain crackers, pretzels |
Carbohydrates/Grains/Starches
Whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta, pumpernickel, cornbread, any bread WITH nuts/seeds/fruits Brown rice, wild rice, kasha, quinoa Potatoes WITH skin Bran, whole grain cereals, oatmeal, cereals WITH nuts/fruits/coconut, Whole wheat crackers, popcorn |
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Fruits
Strained fruit juice, cooked or canned fruits without skins or seeds, ripe banana, honeydew melon, cantaloupe |
Fruits
Prunes/prune juice, raw/dried fruit/raisins Berries, grapes, pears, apples. |
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Dairy
Milk – plain or flavored, Yogurt, custard, ice cream, Cheese, cottage cheese |
Dairy
Yogurt WITH nuts or seeds |
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Vegetables
Strained vegetable juice, WELL COOKED vegetables, tomato sauce |
Vegetables
Raw or steamed vegetables, vegetables WITH seeds, sauerkraut Cooked peas, winter squash, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, onions, cauliflower, corn, spinach, lettuce, artichoke, edamame. |
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Meat/Protein
Ground beef, lamb, ham, veal, pork, fish, poultry, organ meets, eggs |
Meat/Protein
Tough, fibrous meats with gristle Beans, peas and lentils, peanut butter, nuts |
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Fats/Condiments/Desserts
Margarine, butter, mayonnaise, sour cream, plain gravy Sugar, clear jelly, honey, syrup Gelatin, sherbet, ice cream, custards Cakes, cookies |
Fats/Condiments/Desserts
Gravy with gristle Jelly/jam/marmalade WITH seeds Dried fruit, coconut Cakes/cookies WITH nuts |
Note: please notify your doctor's office if you have had barium (oral or enema) within 1 week of your procedure. If you have, you will need to reschedule your procedure.
Blood Thinners
Some medications and supplements are known to increase the risk of bleeding and should be avoided prior to your procedure. If you take any of these medications, talk with your surgeon and prescribing physician regarding if it is appropriate to hold them prior to your procedure.
Medication
Name |
Length of time to discontinue |
|---|---|
| apixaban (Eliquis) | Hold 3 days |
| clopidogren (Plavix) | Hold 7 days |
| dabigatran (Pradaxa) | Hold 3 days |
| Lovenox, Enoxaparin | Hold 12 hours |
| NSAIDS (Advil, Aleve, Motrin, Aspirin) | Hold 5 days |
| rivaroxaban (Xarelto) | Hold 3 days |
| warfarin (Coumadin) | Hold 5 days |
| Ticagrelor (Brilinta) | Hold 7 days |
Supplements
Name |
Length of time to discontinue |
|---|---|
| Garlic | Hold 2 weeks |
| Gingko | Hold 2 weeks |
| Ginseng | Hold 2 weeks |
| Poplar | Hold 2 weeks |
| Vitamin E | Hold 2 weeks |
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Surgical Specialists clinic at 307.739.4931.