2012 ICN Food List - Interstitial Cystitis Network
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<strong>2012</strong> <strong>ICN</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong>For <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong>, Bladder Pain Syndrome, Overactive Bladder<strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> - http://www.ic-network.com
Understanding the IC Diet<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 2Table 1 - Most Bothersome <strong>Food</strong>s*If you are newly diagnosed and your bladder symptoms are raging, youmay be in so much discomfort that you simply can’t tell if foods irritateyour bladder. Diet modification is a critical first step in gaining controlover your symptoms. Ask yourself “would you pour coffee on an openwound on your hand?” The answer, of course, is “no.” Then how canyou justify pouring acid on a wound in your bladder?It’s time to take charge of your diet to protect and soothe your bladder.For the next three to six months, you should eliminate the most commonbladder irritating foods and you’ll also need to do quite a bit ofexperimentation as you create your own, personalized food list. We’veincluded two lists to help you on your journey.In the tables on this page, you’ll see what research studies haveidentified as the “more bothersome” and “less bothersome” foods for ICpatients. The more bothersome foods (Table 1) come as no surprise andare the “no brainers” that you’ll want to remove immediately from yourdiet. In Table 2, you will find foods which IC patients were generally ableto enjoy without irritating their bladders provided, of course, that youdon’t add risk foods to them (i.e. hot spicy sauces).The <strong>2012</strong> <strong>ICN</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> is much more comprehensive and is based onboth research studies and patient experiences. It will allow you to find ICfriendly versions of some of your favorite foods.“Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s” are those which most patients tolerate well.These are the foods and beverages we suggest that you consume whenyou are having bladder discomfort. They rarely trigger bladder irritation.“<strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying Cautiously” are generally safe though they mayirritate more sensitive bladders. They should be tried in small quantitiesfirst.“<strong>Food</strong>s to Avoid” are those well known for triggering bladderdiscomfort.<strong>Food</strong>s with a (+) sign can be soothing during an IC flare.Coffee (caffeinated)Coffee (decaffeinated)Tea (caffeinated)Cola carbonated beverageNon-cola carbonated beverageDiet carbonated beverageCaffeine-free carbonatedbeverageBeerRed WineWhite WineChampagneGrapefruitLemonOrangePineappleCranberry juiceGrapefruit juiceTable 2 - Least Bothersome <strong>Food</strong>s*WaterMilk, low-fatMilk, wholeBananasBlueberriesHoneydew melonPearsRaisinsWatermelonBroccoliBrussels SproutsCabbageCarrotsCauliflowerCeleryCucumberMushroomsPeasRadishesOrange juicePineapple juice TomatoTomato productsHot peppersSpicy foodsChiliHorseradishVinegarMonosodium glutamate(MSG)NutraSweetSweet ʼN LowEqual (sweetener)SaccharinMexican foodThai foodIndian foodSquashZucchiniWhite potatoesSweet potatoes/yamsChickenEggsTurkeyBeefPorkLambShrimpTuna fishSalmonOatRicePretzelsPopcorn*Friedlander J. et al. Diet and its role in interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) andcomorbid conditions. BJU International. BJU Int. <strong>2012</strong> Jan 11.Learn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
Acacia FiberAcidophilousAllspiceAlmond ExtractAlmondsUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidpowdered, unflavoredacidophilous capsuleslook for organic, higher quality extractsunsalted, organic, raw, roasted or almondbutter (i e Zinke & Blue Diamond)ground or gratedlightly seasoned, candied, caramel or carobcovered almonds (i e Nunes Farms)chocolate covered, heavily seasoned with“hot” chili flavoring and spicesAloe Desert Harvest Aloe® capsules aloe beverages containing risky ingredientssuch as Vitamin C, Maca, CamuAmaranthAniseApplesApplesauceApricotsground & podssweet, mild apples (i e Gala, Fuji, PinkLady), jam, jelly, pies, tarts, juicehomemade applesauce made with Gala,Fuji or Pink Lady applesamaranth - grain, cerealsweet Red or Green Delicious applesbrand name or baby applesauces may includeacids or spices that can irritate the bladderfresh apricots, jam, jelly, pies, tarts, organicdried apricotssour or very tart apples (i e Granny Smith)Artichokes fresh, steamed & boiled artichoke hearts marinated in vinegarAscorbic Acid low acid ester C ascorbic acidAsparagus fresh, steamed & boiled asparagus marinated in vinegarAutolyzed Yeastautolyzed yeastAvocado fresh, ice cream, mild guacamole guacamole with strong, hot, chili spicesBaconBaking Powder & Sodauncured, preservative free turkey or porkbacondouble acting or single acting powder,baking sodamildly spiced, cured bacon productsheavily cured, preserved, smoked or spicedbacon productsBananas fresh banana, bread, fritters, ice cream chocolate covered, banana chips treated withsulfurBasil fresh, flakes, infused olive oil pesto sauceBeansBeefblack eyed peas, garbanzo, lentils, pinto,white, most dried beansfresh or frozen roasts, steaks, ground beef& other cutsfava, kidney beans, lima beans, black beansmild corned beefheavily spiced, preserved or prepackagedproductsBeer light lagers, light hybrid beers, light ales brown ales, stout, hard cider, german whiteor rye beer, belgian or french ale, brown alesBeets fresh, steamed, boiled, canned pickled beets in vinegarBell Peppers yellow, orange and red peppers green peppers<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 3Berries blueberries blackberries, raspberries, olallieberries cranberries, strawberries in large quantitiesLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
BlueberriesBreadsBreads - sweetBroccoliBrussels SproutsUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidjam, fruit bars, tarts and pies, ice creamcorn,+, oat+, pita, potato+, white+, Italiansweet, whole wheathomemade zucchini bread+, pumpkinbread, apple breadfresh, frozen, steamed, boiledfresh, frozen, steamed, boiledrye, pumpernickel, sourdough breads - Ezekielbread is popular for its high fiber and proteinbut could bother soy sensitive patientsbanana breadButter and Margarine real butter, sweetened or unsweetened Soybean oil based margarines may be irritatingfor someButtermilkfresh - try a small amount first to see if youtolerate it wellCabbage raw or cooked pickled or sauerkrautCakeCalciumCandyCantaloupeCarawayCarobhomemade pound, angel food, white+,yellow+calcium citrate or carbonate tabletsDr Oetker’s Organic White Cake Mix, carrotcake without problem ingredientscarob, caramel, mint, butterscotch, divinity licorice, white chocolate, cotton, mild gums(sugar or xylitol based)caraway seedschips, powder, candyfresh - try in small quantities, it is more irritatingthan other melonsCarrots fresh, raw or steamed carrot cake without problem ingredientsbreads made with unsafe ingredients and/orheavily processed and fortifiedchocolate, commercial mixes that useartificial colorings and flavoringsred hot-type cinnamons, sour candy, mostsugar-free candy and gumsCatsup and Ketchup used in small quantities used in large quantitiesCauliflowerCayenneCeleryCelery SeedCerealsCheeseCheese SubstitutesCheesecakefresh, raw or steamedfresh, raw or steamedoatmeal, oat, rice and fiber withoutproblem ingredientsAmerican, mozzarella, cheddar cheese(mild), feta, ricotta+, string cheeses+plain, vanilla bean, blueberry, peppermint,caramel, dulce de leche, pumpkingroundEzekiel Cereal, Fiber-One, Kashi Go-Lean,Grape Nuts, Cheerios, Kashi Autumn Wheatblue cheese, brie, brick parmesan, camembert,cheddar cheese (sharp), edam, emmenthaler,gruyere hard jack, Monterey Jack, parmesan(fresh & canned), Roquefort, stilton, Swissdutch apple<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 4cayenneheavily preserved, sweetened, flavored,chocolateprocessed, heavily spiced, cheese in a canproductstofu and soy cheeseschocolate, mocha, lemon, key lime,strawberryLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
CherimoyaUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To AvoidfreshCherries fresh cherries, organic maraschino sour cherriesChervilChickenChili PeppersChili Powderfresh cooked (baked, fried, roasted,sauteed)dried chervil“fast food,” prepackaged, heavily spicedchicken productshot, chili pepper flakes, medium or hot salsa,“hot” spiced foods such as chili, bbq, hotwing sauceground chili powderChips corn or potato chips - plain strongly seasoned or salty chips, such asbarbecue, buffalo wing, jalapeno, sweet chili,salt & vinegar, red hot, cheddar & sour creamChivesfresh, driedChocolate carob is a bladder friendly substitute white or a very high quality dark milk, bittersweet, cocoa powderCilantrofresh, driedCinnamon ceylon cinnamon chinese cassia cinnamon may be too strongCitric acidCitrus Fruitsvery small quantities when used as apreservative for some canned foodslarge quantities or when used as a flavoring (ie most sodas)lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruit,clementineCitrus Peel fresh or dried citrus peel candied citrus peelsClovesCoconutCoffeesflakes (untreated, organic), milk, ice cream,sorbetherbal coffees (Pero, Cafix, Kaffree Roma) orlow acid decaf coffees (Simpatico, Euromild,Puroast or Tyler’s)Colonoscopy Preps MiraLAX® protocol with water MiraLAX® protocol with clear, green or blueGatorade®CookiesCorianderCornCottage Cheeseoatmeal+ , shortbread, sugar+, carob chip,mexican wedding, biscotti, almondgroundfresh yellow, white, blue, mixed corn,cornmeal, polenta, gritsplain cottage cheese, large curd made withsennet (low acid)snickerdoodles, peanut buttercottage cheese, small curd made without rennet(higher acid)Crackers matzo, soda or soup crackers without obvious problem ingredients,Triskets, organic, stone ground wheat, rice thins<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 5ground, wholecoconut treated with metabisulfitetraditional coffees (regular & decaf) should beavoided due to their high acid and/or caffeinecontentchocolate chip, cranberrystrongly spiced crackersLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
Cranberry ProductsUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidall juice, supplements, pillsCream Cheese fresh, plain cream cheese mildly spiced cream cheeses (i e pumpkin,italian herb, savory garlic)CucumberCuminCurrantsCurry - HotCustardsDatesDeli MeatsDillDivinityDonutsDried Fruitburpless hybrid, orient express or sweetslice varietiesvanilla, coconut, creme bruleeorganic fresh or dried datesfiller, gluten, color free meats (i.e. Boar’sHead, Hormel Natural)fresh, driedvanilla, peppermintglazed, sugar coated, old fashioned,cream cheesegroundorganic fresh or dried currantsliverwurst, ham, bologna, mortadella, prosciuttowithout heavy preservatives or flavoringsmaple, apple, raspberryorganic dried apples, peaches, apricots, pruneswithout preservativesdill or sweet pickle relish and pickles mayinclude vinegarcurry powder, hotheavily spiced, salted, flavored meatproducts such as salami and pepperonichocolatedried fruits with preservativesDrink Powders white hot chocolate mixes Kool-aid®, lemonade, orange, and allpowdered chocolate and sweet tea drinksEggnog fresh eggnog without alcohol eggnog with coffee or strong alcoholEggplant baked, sauteed eggplant parmigiana with tomato sauceEggsFennelFibersFigsFishartificial-stimulant-free and veggie-fedeggs, dried or pasteurized egg whitesfennel - fresh, driedbulk acacia fiber (Heather’s TummyFiber), bulk psyllium fiber(Benefiber®, Metamucil Clear & Natural®)- psyllium or inulin without artificial sugarsor citrus flavorsfresh or frozen cod, sole, tilapia, salmon,tuna, anchoviesEgg BeatersMetamucil® Cinnamon Wafersfresh, driedcanned tuna, salmon, anchovies or caviarpacked in waterMetamucil® - orange, lemon or berryBenefiber® - Plus Heart Health, Plus Calciumcontain artificial sugar and orange flavoring“fast food,” heavily spiced, smoked,preserved or prepackaged productsFish Oil capsules, liquid without citrus fish oils using lemon or other citrus flavorsFlax Seed OilcapsulesFlours buckwheat, wheat, rice, corn soyFolic Acidtablets<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 6Learn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
FrostingsUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidhomemade vanilla, buttercream, caramel, Dr Oetker’s Organic Vanilla Frosting Mix most canned frostings contain high amountscarob frostings and whipped creamof preservatives, sweeteners and artificialflavoringsFruit & Nut Bars blueberry, pear almond, peanut, coconut, apple, blueberry,raisinFruitcakesGarden/Veggie BurgersGarlic fresh, dried, powder, infused oil garlic saltGingerfresh, preservative free garden burgers - bewaresoy sauce flavoringfresh, driedGraham Crackers organic, plain, honey coated cinnamoncranberry, tart grape, chocolatewhiskey, alcohol, rum, risky dried fruits, riskynutssoy veggie pattiesGrapes fresh, sweet grapes tart or bitter grapesGreen Beans fresh, frozen canned beansGreensGuavacollard greens, kale, mustard greens, okra,swiss chard, spinach, bok choychicory, dandelion greens, purslane, turnipgreensfresh or preserved guava productsGum sugar based, mint or licorice flavors sweetened with xylitol, mint or licorice flavors gums with most artificial sweeteners, hotspicy flavors, citrus flavorsHorseradishHot DogsHydrolyzed Proteinuncured, preservative free chicken, turkey,beef or pork hot dogs (i e Niman Ranch)mildly seasoned hot dogsIce Cream peppermint, vanilla+ caramel, coconut, mango, peppermint, almond,butter pecanItalian SodasJuicesKiwi fruitblueberry, coconut, pear made with lowsodium mineral waterblueberry & pear (i.e. Knudsen’s OrganicPear juice)raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, root beer,peach, watermelonbaby apple or grape juices, low acid orangejuice, some “organic” adult apple juicesgrated, flakes, powdercured, smoked hot dogshydrolyzed protein may be hidden MSGchocolate, coffee, rocky road, citrus flavorscola, lemon, lime, orange, chocolate, coffeeusing high sodium mineral waterscranberry, grapefruit, regular orange, tomatoand acai juicesfresh or preserved kiwi fruit, jams and jellyLamb fresh or frozen heavily spiced, preserved or prepacked lambproductsLardLeeksLemon extractLettuce & Salad GreensLicoricelardgreen leafy, romaine, butterhead, iceberg,looseleaffresh, usually cookedorganic, lemon extractbitter salad greens (i e radicchio)black, raspberry, cherry licorice<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 7Learn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
Usually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To AvoidLiquors & Spirits sake, scotch, brandy, bourbon, gin, rum, vodka whiskey, liqueurs, tequilaLiverMaceMalt PowderMangoMaple SyrupMarjoramMayonnaiseMeat Tenderizersbeef or chicken livergroundhomemade or store bought authenticmaple syrupfresh, dried+preservative freefresh or dried mango, juice, jams and jelliesregular and olive oil mayonnaiseMelons crenshaw, honeydew, watermelon cantaloupeMilk regular, low fat, non-fat, lactaid goat’s milk chocolate, soyall imitation syrups - regular, lite or sugar freethese usually contain MSG and high saltMilk Substitutes almond and rice milks regular non-dairy creamers, such as Mocha Mix soybean based, chocolate or mocha flavorsMilkshakesMisoMixersMSG & Misc. AdditivesMuffinsMushroomsvanilla, coconut and caramel are usuallybladder friendlywater, low acid sparkling water (SanPellegrino), milk, cream, egg nogoatmeal, carrot, bran, apple, corn,pumpkin, blueberrybutton, chantarelle, shiitake, portabello,enoki, trufflesblueberry, peach or other IC friendly fruitsblueberry juice, peach juice, pomegranate juice,apple juice, root beercinnamon, raspberry, blackberry, bananachocolate, coffee and mocha shakespowder, liquidlime juice, lemon juice, lemonade, cola,lemon sodas, tomato juicemonosodium glutamate, modified foodstarch, hydrolyzed proteins, sodiumcaseinate, yeast extract, autolyzed yeastchocolate, chocolate chip, cranberry, orange,lemon poppyseedMustard mild, sweet flavors hot, spicy, alcohol infused flavorsNectarines fresh, very sweet nectarines sour or tart nectarinesNon-Dairy Creamers creamers without soybean oil Mocha Mix® for patients not sensitive to soy artificially flavored creamers, such as coffee,chocolate, mocha or cherryNoodles & Pasta wheat, rice, corn, quinoa pesto, carbonara, clam, alfredo tomato, premade pasta dishes with heavyflavorings and/or preservativesNut ButtersNutmegalmond, peanut that are lower in salt andhydrogenated oils (i e Zinke Farms)ground<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 8Nuts almonds, cashews, peanuts macadamia, pecans, walnuts filberts, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachiosOatmeal Bars oatmeal bars without problem ingredients chocolate, cranberryLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
OilsUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidalmond, canola, coconut, corn, olive,peanut, safflower, sesame, herb infusedolive oilsSoybean oil can bother some patients Try itcautiously!Olives black olives in water green olives in water, green olives stuffed withalmondsOnion Powderorganic white, yellow, red, toastedOnions white, red, green, pearl, scallions, chives raw bulb onionsOrange ExtractOreganoPapayafresh, driedorganic extract in very small quantitiesfresh or preserved papaya productsmartini olives marinated in vermouth orstuffed with chili peppersPaprika made from bell peppers made from chili peppers, oleoresin paprikaParsleyPassion Fruitfresh or driedfresh or preserved products, juicePastries plain, almond, pear, custard, pumpkin blueberry, cinnamon chocolate and/or problem fruitsPeachesPeanut ButterPeanutsPearsPeasorganic, natural peanut butters that arelower in salt and hydrogenated oilsraw, roasted, unsalted, lightly salted,peanut butterjuice, fruit bars, jams, canned pears in pearjuicegreen peas+, snow peas, split peas (freshor dried)fresh peaches, jam, pie, tart, juiceheavily spiced, salted, or coated withchocolatePepper fresh black, white, green powders cayenne, pink, sichuan powdersPersimmonPicklesPiePineapplePizzaPlumscustard, cream pie, homemade apple pie(with safe apples), pumpkin pieplain, mild cheese, mushroom, veggiemade without red saucepersimmon fruitpeach pie, banana creamplain, chicken & garlic, veggie, ham, alfredosauce, creamy garlic sauce, basil pesto saucefresh, sweet, organic dried plums & prunesPopcorn homemade (fried or steamed) “all natural” microwaveable popcorn with noadded flavors, preservatives or colorsPoppy Seedpoppy seeds, muffins, cakes<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 9sweet or dillpecan, mincemeat, key lime, lemonmeringue, chocolatepineapple fruit and juicepepperoni, hot sausage, marinara sauce, bbqsauce, chili pepper flakesmicrowaveable packages heavily spiced (i ejalapeno, kettle corn, spicy nacho, etc )Popsicles coconut, vanilla, carob banana, blueberry, mango and raspberry chocolate, lemon, orange, limeLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
Usually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To AvoidPork fresh or frozen uncured, preservative free hot dogs, bacon andsausage (i e Niman Ranch products)Potato FlakesPotatoesPreservativesdriedwhite, red, yellow, baking, sweet, yamsheavily spiced, preserved or cured porkproductsBHA, BHT, benzoates, citric acid,metabisulfite, sulfitePretzels plain, unsalted lightly salted heavily spiced or saltedProsciuttoProtein Powderwhey, egg whites (i e Just White’s EggWhite Powder)mild with minimal preservativesPrunes fresh plums organic dried prunes, prune juice (diluted withwater)soy powdersavoid heavily preserved dried fruitPsyllium Fiber ground, coarse (husk) sugar free or citrus flavored psyllium fiberproductsPuddingsPumpkinQuinoaRadishestapioca, vanilla+, rice+, coconut, cremebruleefresh, canned, soup, bread, muffinswithout problem ingredientsflour, pasta, bread, cerealfreshbutterscotch, bananachocolateRaisins organic, untreated gold or brown treated gold or brownRed Wines none Merlot, Pinot noir, Cabernet, Syrah Sangiovese, Zinfandel, PortRhubarb fresh strawberry & rhubarb pieRice short grain, long grain, basmati, wild cajun, spicy boxed productsRice Dream® vanilla carob almond, mint carob chip chocolateRosemaryRutabagaSageSalad DressingSaltSauerkrautSausagesSeafoodfresh, driedfresh, organicsage+ fresh, driedsome homemade salad dressings (i eranch dressing), herb Infused olive oilstable, sea, iodized, kosher, celtic in smallquantitiesuncured, preservative free chicken, pork orturkey sausagesclams, crabmeat (not canned), lobster,shrimp“organic” brand name dressings withoutproblem ingredients or spices (i.e. Marie’s)coarse in small quantitiesmildly spiced sausage or sausage meat, suchas mild italian sausage or breakfast sausages<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 10oil & vinegar, dressings with strong “hot”spicesrock, seasonedsauerkraut, pickled cabbageavoid heavily preserved, cured, smoked orspiced sausagesheavily spiced, preserved or prepackedseafood products, canned crab meatLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
SeedsSennaUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidorganic, unsalted or lightly salted sunflower, heavily seasoned, hot spiced, saltypumpkin, sesame seedsSherbet vanilla, coconut, peppermint raspberry, blackberry, melon, mango,strawberryShortening shortenings free of soybean oil Soybean oil based productsSmoked Fishteas, pillschocolate or citrus flavorsheavily preserved, salted and/or curedsmoked fishSnack Cakes homemade vanilla, pound or carrot cakes fast food snack cakesSoft Drinks & Sodascaffeine free root beer with ice may beattempted once or twice a monthSorbet blueberry, pear, coconut raspberry, blackberry, mango, peach lemon, lime, orangeSoups - Bouillonhomemade chicken, beef or vegetablebouillon or stockall colas, sugar or diet, energy drinks, allcitrus, mountain, ginger, guarana, strawberrybouillon cubes, powderSoups - Canned organic and/or reduced salt canned soups brand name soups high in salt and/or haveproblem ingredientsSoups - HomemadeSoups - PackagedSour CreamSoy Beanshomemade chicken, beef, turkey, squash,pea, bean, carrot, potato, cornsour creamtomato soup, minestrone made with heavytomato sauce, hot chilimost instant or prepackaged soupsedamame, roastedSoy Products fresh, unflavored tofu soy veggie patties, flour protein powder, agedtofuSoy SauceSpecialty Grains couscous, grits, millet, quinoa+, spelt amaranthSquashStarfruitsummer (zucchini, patty pan, crookneck,yellow) winter (acorn, butternut, patty pan,spaghetti)freshStool Softeners polyethylene glycol products - Miralax® docusate productssoy sauceStrawberries fresh, sweet strawberries (in small quantities) strawberries in large quantities, sourstrawberries, jams, jellies, flavoringsSweeteners - Artificial Splenda® (sucralose), Truvia® (stevia) acesulfame K, aspartame, Nutrasweet®,saccharine, Sweet-N-Low®Sweeteners+ brown sugar, white sugar, honey+ Splenda® (sucralose), Truvia® (stevia) acesulfame K, aspartame, Nutrasweet®,saccharine, Sweet-N-Low®, SteviaTahiniTamaritahini sauce in a small quantity<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 11tamari sauceLearn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
TarragonUsually Bladder Friendly <strong>Food</strong>s Worth Trying <strong>Food</strong>s To Avoidfresh, driedTeas chamomile+ and peppermint+ herbal teas alfalfa, roasted carob, marshmallow root,licorice root, roobiosThymefresh, driedhot, iced or sweet regular and decaf blacktea, green tea and most herbal blendsTofu fresh without preservatives or heavy spices premade, preserved, flavored varietiesTomatoes homegrown, yellow, low acid varieties tomato sauce, paste, juiceTortillascorn, flourTums® Tums® - Peppermint Tums® - Tropical Fruit, Assorted Fruit flavors Tums® - Sugar Free and citrus flavorsTurkey & Fowl turkey, chicken, game hens heavily cured, preserved, smoked or spicedfowl productsTurmericTurnipsVanillafresh, organicextract, bean podsgroundVeal fresh or frozen heavily spiced, preserved or prepacked vealproductsVinegarVitamins A, B1, B2, B12, D, E, K low acid Ester C Vitamin C & B6Water tap or bottled “essence” waters (i e MetroMint or Hint Waters)without sweeteners, colorings or artificial flavorsWatercressWatermelon fresh watermelon picklesWheat FlourWhipped Creamall purpose, bread, buckwheat, cake,pastry, semolina, whole-wheatfresh whip cream, Cool Whip®White Wines none Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, SauvignonBlancWorcestershire SauceYogurtfreshplain, vanilla, blueberry, raspberry, peach orprune flavors<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 12white, apple cider, red wine, balsamic, spiritcarbonated, “sparkling,” vitamin, flavoredand/or heavily filtered waterChampagne, Sparkling Wines,Gewurztraminer, Muscat, Semillionworcestershire sauce - all brandslemon, lime, orange, chocolate or mochaflavors, as well as yogurts that use aspartameor other artificial sugarsLooking for a portable list of foods? Released in February <strong>2012</strong>, the “<strong>ICN</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong>” application forsmart phones is now available for download for both iTunes and the iPad in the App Store! Perfect foruse while shopping or eating out at restaurants. Just 99 cents!Learn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com
From Our Mail Order Center - icnsales.com100% of the proceeds are dedicated to our IC outreach and educational servicesBooks:The <strong>2012</strong> Guide to the IC Diet - <strong>ICN</strong>A Taste of the Good Life: A Cookbook for the IC Diet - Bev LaumannConfident Choices: Customizing the IC Diet - Julie Beyer RDConfident Choices: A Cookbook for IC & OAB - Julie Beyer RDThe Happy Bladder Cookbook - Mia EliotThe Happy Bladder Christmas Cookbook - Mia EliotCoaching ServicesDo you have a questions about IC and diet? The<strong>ICN</strong> offers personal coaching services with bothJulie Beyer RD and Jill Osborne. $45 per 30 minutesession. Sign up at: http://www.icnsales.com/icnpersonal-coaching/or by calling (707)538-9442.<strong>2012</strong> <strong>Interstitial</strong> <strong>Cystitis</strong> <strong>Network</strong> <strong>Food</strong> <strong>List</strong> - Page 13Nut Butters:Zinke Orchards - Crunchy Almond ButterBlue Diamond - Homestyle Almond Butter with HoneyFruit Products:Knudsenʼs - Organic Pear JuiceColorado Mtn Low Acid Jams - Pear, Apple Pie, Blueberry, PeachGorge Delights Just Fruit Bars - Pear, Pear-BlueberryBaking Mixes:Dr. Oetkerʼs Muffins - Carrot, Oatmeal, Apple Cinnamon,CornmealDr. Oetkerʼs Cake Mixes - Vanilla Cake, Vanilla IcingDr. Oetkerʼs Cookies - OatmealBobʼs Red Mill Muffins - Apple BranBobʼs Red Mill Pancakes - Cornmeal, 7 Grain, ButtermilkAcid Reducers: PreliefLow Acid Coffees:Simpatico - Dark Roast Regular, Espresso (Decaf& Regular)Puroast - Guatemalan, Columbia, House Blend,French Roast, Vanilla, HazelnutEuromild - Regular, DecafTylerʼs Acid Free - DecafToddy Cold Brew Coffee MakerHerbal Coffees: Pero, Cafix, Kaffree RomaHerbal Teas:Yogi - Chamomile, Peppermint & Licorice MintCelestial Seasonings - Tummy Mint, RoastaromaDavidsonʼs - Caramel Peach, Carob Mint, Coconut Vanilla, CherriesJubilee, French Vanilla, Raspberry Cream Caramel, Vanilla Cream SpiceNOW AVAILABLE!Infused Olive Oils: Annieʼs Natural - Basic, GarlicBenissimo - Mediterranean GarlicCandy:Nuneʼs Farms - Almond Caramel ChewsHoney Essence - Carob English Toffee, PecanHoneymoonsGodiva - White Chocolate PearlsGreen & Blacks - Organic White Chocolate BarsDollieʼs - Almond Bars, Babettes, Krunch Bars,Peppermint, TurtlesSunspire - Unsweetened carob chips, white chocolatechipsBobʼs Red Mill - Carob PowderFiber: Heathers Tummy - Acacia FiberProtein Powder: Deb-El - Just Whites Dried Egg WhitesFlavored Waters & SyrupsHint Essence Water - Blackberry, Pear, WatermelonMetromint - PeppermintFlavorganics - Caramel, Vanilla, RaspberryEducational Website: www.ic-network.com - 707.538.9442Mail Order Website: www.icnsales.com - 707.433.0413Learn more about the IC diet and find many IC friendly foods on our website and in the <strong>ICN</strong> Shop! www.ic-network.com & www.icnsales.com