10+ Foods to Absolutely Avoid If You Have Colon Problems

Colon problems can make everyday meals feel unpredictable, because the wrong food may bring on bloating, cramping, diarrhea, urgency, or flare-like discomfort. The trouble is, many triggers hide in familiar favorites, from breakfast meats and fast-food sides to fruit juices, dairy, spicy sauces, and even healthy high-fiber snacks. Here are 60 foods and drinks that people with sensitive colons may want to avoid or limit before symptoms take over again.