Autoimmune and methods for gut heal please share stories

I saw a functional medicine doctor who helped me tremendously. I was already doing an AIP diet when I first saw her. She had me do a food sensitivity test that showed me sensitive to a lot of foods allowed on that diet. So I basically ate meat,some vegetables and some fruit for 6 months. She also had me take l-glutamine and probiotics. I still don’t eat dairy, eggs, or grains. The diet did eliminate my digestive issues, excessive gas and bloating, and my stiffness and joint pain decreased.

Thank you. I don't want to add artificial sweeteners into my system. From all the studies I've read, there's nothing benign about them. I did write to my GI doc today for direction. I don't feel too stressed, but I can always add more meditation/relaxation practices to my day. And, I'm not taking Magnesium, so I will try that after I check w/ my functional medicine doc. It's been on my list. I would like to add it when I introduce foods, 1 by 1 back into my diet. I am concerned that the BP medication I take and the immunologic might be drying out my colon and I am consuming caffeine, but not in coffee, in order to function throughout the day. I haven't used MOM before. I wonder what my doc will suggest.

Splenda is toxic. Stevia so far, no bad data. Most recent study shows sucralose may actually affect DNA.

dahk, Good advice from your doctor. Pears are high in fiber in the skin of the pear and are also good for constipation. Also, have you tried a stool softener such as Colace? There is a generic for them and you can ask your pharmacist. I believe you can take 1-3 a day. Check the label on this. Also, figs & prunes are good for some people. There is a prune tea that I saw mentioned on this site. Blessings...P.S. I do not think the York Peppermint Patties have aspartame in them, perhaps stevia or splenda.

I've had bouts of diverticulitis and was to get a resection done in 2020. Alas, Covid hit. When I feel my gut js acting up, I go straight to a liquid and soft food diet for a minimum of two days. For example yogurt, scrambled eggs, pudding, jello and lots of water, gatorade and juice. That gives my gut a chance to heal and reset.
I rarely have a problem with constipation and "go" most days (don't hate me) but when I do get backed up it's usually a sign for me to pay attention. I don't use any otc or prescriptions. There is enough fiber with prunes and roasted veggies to fix anyone up.

My doctor only recommends organic stevia if I need a sweetener.

I think the 1st food I’ll introduce will be Kiwi fruit.