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Oatmeal, potatoes, bananas and soft, skinless fruits are rich in soluble fiber and may help with diarrhea. Sweet potatoes are an especially good soluble-fiber source, containing 2 grams per half-cup of flesh.
Bland Starches. Starches, such as breads, cereals and starchy vegetables, provide glucose, which is your body's primary energy source. While nutritious starches, such as whole grains and squash, are valuable sources of fiber and nutrients, they may worsen diarrhea, cramping, gas and other symptoms of colon inflammation. Instead, eat soft, bland foods when your symptoms peak.