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Post by Sigma on Dec 26, 2018 9:42:44 GMT
FODMAPs is an abbreviation that stands for fermentable oligo-, di-, mono-saccharides and polyols. They are a group of short-chain carbohydrates found naturally in many foods that can cause digestive distress. FODMAPs are poorly absorbed in the small intestine and travel to the large intestine, where they are used as fuel for the gut bacteria there. The bacteria break down or “ferment” the FODMAPs, which produces gas and causes bloating and discomfort. These carbohydrates also have osmotic properties, meaning they draw water into the digestive system, causing diarrhea and discomfort. Symptoms of a FODMAP intolerance include: Bloating Diarrhea Gas Abdominal pain Constipation FODMAP intolerances are very common in people with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. In fact, up to 86% of people diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) experience a reduction in digestive symptoms when following a low-FODMAP diet. There are many foods high in FODMAPs, including: Apples Soft cheeses Honey Milk Artichokes Bread Beans Lentils Beer Source www.healthline.com/
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Post by bernice on Jan 22, 2019 23:02:25 GMT
Foods You Can Eat on a Low-FODMAP Diet
Keep in mind that the purpose of such a diet is not to completely eliminate FODMAPs — which is extremely difficult.
Simply minimizing these types of carbs is considered sufficient to reduce digestive symptoms.
There is a wide variety of healthy and nutritious foods that you can eat on a low-FODMAP diet.
Meats, fish and eggs: These are well tolerated unless they have added high-FODMAP ingredients like wheat or high-fructose corn syrup All fats and oils Most herbs and spices Nuts and seeds: Almonds, cashews, peanuts, macadamia nuts, pine nuts, sesame seeds (but not pistachios, which are high in FODMAPs) Fruits: Bananas, blueberries, cantaloupe, grapefruit, grapes, kiwi, lemons, lime, mandarins, melons (except watermelon), oranges, passionfruit, raspberries, strawberries Sweeteners: Maple syrup, molasses, stevia and most sugar alcohols Dairy products: Lactose-free dairy products, hard cheeses and aged softer varieties like brie and camembert Vegetables: Alfalfa, bell peppers, bok choy, carrots, celery, cucumbers, eggplant, ginger, green beans, kale, lettuce, chives, olives, parsnips, potatoes, radishes, spinach, spring onion (only green), squash, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, turnips, yams, water chestnuts, zucchini Grains: Corn, oats, rice, quinoa, sorghum, tapioca Beverages: Water, coffee, tea, etc.
However, keep in mind that these lists are neither definitive nor exhaustive. Naturally, there are foods not listed here that are either high or low in FODMAPs.
In addition, everyone is different. You may tolerate some foods on the list of foods to avoid — while noticing digestive symptoms from foods low in FODMAPs for other reasons.
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Post by fallout on May 10, 2020 23:24:26 GMT
What is the purpose of a FODMAP diet?
Help manage the symptoms of medically diagnosed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a very common gut problem with symptoms including abdominal (tummy) pain, bloating, wind (farting) and changes in bowel habit (diarrhea, constipation or both).
Learn which foods and FODMAPs you tolerate, and which trigger your IBS symptoms. Understanding this will help you to follow a less restrictive, more nutritionally balanced diet for the long term that only restricts foods that trigger your IBS symptoms.
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