What foods should be avoided by people with fructose malabsorption?
Foods that should be avoided by people with fructose malabsorption include: Foods and beverages containing greater than 0.5 g fructose in excess of glucose per 100 g…
FODMAPs role in non-celiac gluten sensitivity
FODMAPs that are present in gluten-containing grains have been identified as a possible cause of gastrointestinal symptoms in people with non-celiac gluten sensitivity, in place of, or…
FODMAPs and intestinal absorption
Some FODMAPs, such as fructose, are readily absorbed in the small intestine of humans via GLUT receptors. Absorption thus depends on the appropriate expression and delivery of…
History of Low-FODMAP Diet
The basis of many functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) is distension of the intestinal lumen. Such luminal distension may induce pain, a sensation of bloating, abdominal distension and…
Low-FODMAP: Key Considerations and Takeaways
What is a Low-FODMAP Diet? A low-FODMAP diet consists of the global restriction of all fermentable carbohydrates (FODMAPs), that is recommended only for a short time. A…
What are FODMAPs? How are they relevant to GI symptoms?
FODMAPs are a group of sugars and short chain carbohydrates that are poorly absorbed in the small intestine. They include short chain oligo-saccharide polymers of fructose (fructans)…
Most popular low FODMAP vegetables
The chart below represents the top 10 most popular low FODMAP vegetables. The box sizes in the chart represent the relative popularity based on votes. To see…
8 Common FODMAP Beliefs and Insights
8 Common FODMAP Beliefs and Insights “I’ve been experiencing diarrhea, bloating and abdominal pain for several months now – I must have IBS and should try a…
What are the risks of low FODMAP diet?
There are a number of risks of low FODMAP diet to watch for. Professional support through physicians and dietitians is recommended before embarking on the diet. It…
Prebiotic Fibers vs Low-FODMAP Diet on IBS symptoms through changes in the Gut Microbiota
The low FODMAP diet has been widely used for overall GI relief in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, decreasing intake of fermentable carbohydrates reduces available…