Food is probably one of the most common triggers of digestive problems. Interestingly enough, refraining from certain foods can improve the symptoms especially in people with sensitive stomachs. In particular, a diet that is low in fermentable carbs is recommended for people suffering from irritable bowel syndrome and similar conditions. This diet is referred to as FODMAPS.
Fundamentally, it is found in various types of food groups. While some food groups may contain just one type, others, contain several.
The FODMAPS diet is clinically proven and has been tested in literally thousands of people living with IBS. Although symptoms can vary widely, IBS symptoms include stomach pain, reflux, flatulence, bloating and bowel urgency. The bloating symptom is found to affect approximately 80% of people who have irritable bowel syndrome. And stomach pain usually accompanies the symptoms of bloating. However, these symptoms seem to get progressively worse if IBS is left untreated.
The good news is that by partaking in a low FODMAP diet, you can reduce symptoms of stomach pain and bloating. Other studies have shown that this diet can actually reduce symptoms of constipation, Diarrhea and flatulence as well.
The bonuses are that people with IBS are able to enjoy an increased quality of life. It may sound like just a simple medical condition, however people with IBS often suffer from a reduced quality of life and miss out on alot. By enjoying this diet, you will improve your quality of life. Other studies also show that a low FODMAP diet increases energy levels as well.
However, IBS Friendly Recipes are not for everyone. It is only for people who have been diagnosed with IBS. If you go on to a low FODMAP diet and you’re not suffering from IBS or similar conditions, it could prove to be detrimental to your health. This is mainly because the FODMAP diet is prebiotics and they support the growth of gut bacteria. Most of the research conducted on this diet has also been mainly on adults, and there’s little to no supporting evidence with regards to how a low FODMAP diet will impact children. Ultimately, this diet should be considered if you have IBS and you are suffering from an ongoing gut symptom, haven’t responded to stress management strategies or haven’t responded to changing your diet by limiting spicy food, caffeine alcohol, and other trigger foods. This is an involved process, and therefore it’s not recommended that you try this diet for the first time when you’re on a busy schedule of going through a stressful period in your life.
