Advanced Care Program: Ostomy

Diet

Having an ostomy generally does not require a special diet, but there are some foods that can cause odor or gas in your system. If this is a concern for you, you may want to eat these foods in moderation.

Foods that increase odor:

• asparagus
• eggs
• broccoli
• fish
• Brussel sprouts
• garlic
• cabbage
• onions
• cauliflower
• some spices

Foods and beverages that increase gas:

• beans
• cauliflower
• beer
• corn
• broccoli
• cucumbers
• Brussels sprouts
• mushrooms
• cabbage
• peas
• carbonated beverages
• spinach

More Ostomy Topics

Odor Control
Diet
Skin Care
Diarrhea
Emptying Ostomy Pouches
Changing and Disposing of an Ostomy Pouch