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Avoid Most Fruit Juices

By Amber J. Tresca, About.com

Updated: June 20, 2007

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by Kate Grossman, MD

Fruit juices aren't always a good choice for people with IBS. A glass of fruit juice can be considered one of the daily recommended 5 servings of fruits and vegetables, but choose the type of juice with care.

Some fruit juices don't actually contain much actual fruit juice - only about 10% or less, and may contain sorbitol. Prune juice can have a laxative effect. Apple or grape juice may cause diarrhea or cramping. Orange juice, due to high citric acid content, may contribute to heartburn.

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