Low FODMAP Diet Explained

Before explaining what the low FODMAP diet is, there are a few things that most people don't know before starting the low FODMAP diet.

1. The low FODMAP diet should not be trialed without the guidance of a qualified Dietitian.
2. The low FODMAP diet should also not be followed strictly for longer than a 3-4 month period unless recommended by a Dietitian.
3. The restricted food groups excluded from the low FODMAP diet are incredibly important for gut health and long-term health of the gastrointestinal tract and if excluded for a long period of time, this is damaging to long-term health.

See The IBS Program for more information on how to undergo the low FODMAP diet properly and resolve your symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

What is the low FODMAP diet?

The low FODMAP diet is a 3 phased diet, designed for those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome to help reduce and manage their symptoms.

The low FODMAP diet is designed to reduce the consumption of certain foods called fermentable carbohydrates or FODMAPs, which can lead to symptoms in those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Certain foods are fermentable carbohydrates (FODMAPs) which can undergo different processes during digestion, causing symptoms such as bloating, gas, urgency, abdominal pain, discomfort and varied bowel habits such as constipation and diarrhoea, or a combination of both.

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What is FODMAP?

Who should follow the low FODMAP diet?

If you have been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome, please book an appointment with a Dietitian to undergo The IBS Program and manage your symptoms within just a few weeks.

If you suspect you may suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, please book an appointment to consult with a qualified Dietitian.

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When is it suitable to start?

When you receive a diagnosis for Irritable Bowel Syndrome from your doctor or Gastroenterologist it is then suitable for you to consult with a Dietitian about undergoing the low FODMAP diet.

If you are experiencing symptoms and are unsure if you may have it, a Dietitian can help to guide you with what to do next.

Book an online appointment with a qualified Dietitian here.

Why is the low FODMAP diet beneficial?

For those suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome, the low FODMAP diet provides a variety of foods that are less fermentable and hence less symptoms causing for those suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

How long should you follow the low FODMAP diet?

The low FODMAP diet is not a lifelong diet.

It is important that you undergo the low FODMAP diet under the supervision of a qualified Dietitian trained in the area. The complete low FODMAP diet process looks different for every individual, but the maximum amount of time on the low FODMAP diet should only be 8-12 weeks unless otherwise specified by your Dietitian.

If you are suffering from symptoms of bloating, excessive gas, discomfort, abdominal pain, urgency, or varied bowel habits ranging from constipation to diarrhoea, please see The IBS Program to gain relief from your IBS.

Want help with the low FODMAP diet?

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