The low FODMAP is a diet based on science.
It’s been shown in many studies to reduce gut symptoms like bloating, pain and is helpful for IBS and SIBO.
FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols. The low FODMAP diet eliminates foods that are high in fermentable carbohydrates, which can increase digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation.
Some benefits include:
- Reduce leaky gut and inflammation
- Reduce pain from fibromyalgia
- Increase serotonin in your intestines
- Help normalize bowel function
- Improve diarrhea
What this means:
A low FODMAP diet can help you get control of your digestive issues.
It’s important to note this is a temporary diet and not meant for long term because many of the foods you avoid are the same ones that help promote a healthy and diverse microbiome. After a 4-8 week avoidance you carefully start to reintroduce the FODMAP foods to discover which ones you are sensitive to.
In his article, Dr. Ruscio shares 20 Low FODMAP Snacks that make a FODMAP diet delicious too!
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