Since the low FODMAP diet was established certain fruits were categorised as low FODMAP, and therefore should be tolerated by most individuals with IBS. Up until recently, bananas were among the list of low FODMAP fruits. New research published by Monash University earlier this year shows that ...
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How To Eat Chocolate On A Low FODMAP Diet
Chocolate is one of the world's most popular foods and it's often not eaten in small amounts either, so unfortunately for FODMAPers chocolate may be a no go. Here's our guide on how to eat chocolate safely on a low FODMAP diet, because no one deserves to miss out on their square, row, or block, of ...
SIBO – what is it and how do you treat it?
SIBO, also known as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is a condition which has become more common in recent years. Due to an imbalance in gut bacteria, it can lead to unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms, which can often be misdiagnosed as IBS. Read on to find out more about SIBO including what ...
Which Foods are High FODMAP?
One of the questions I get asked, nearly more than any other, is 'which foods are high FODMAP? It's so confusing, there is so much conflicting information!'. It isn't surprising, given there is so much misinformation out there on lists of high and low FODMAP foods. ...
Low FODMAP Christmas
Yes, that’s right Christmas is right around the corner! For some Christmas Day can be a stressful time, thinking about what foods will be provided and what you will be able to eat. So, to help you de-stress here are 5 areas to consider to help enjoy a low FODMAP Christmas. The 3 S’s: Seasoning, ...
Dietetic Guidance and the Low FODMAP Diet
The low FODMAP diet is a well-established first-line therapy for IBS management. Approximately 75% of individuals experience symptom improvements during the elimination stage of the low fodmap diet. Whilst the diet has gained popularity in recent years due to its efficacy, it should not be done ...
Low FODMAP Diet…Do Portions Really Matter?
One of the biggest points to emphasise with the low FODMAP diet is yes, portions absolutely matter, even if you’re eating all low FODMAP foods. So, let's take a look at why! Why do portions matter? Even when sticking to low FODMAP foods, if your portions aren’t correct, then your diet can become ...
Why You Should Progress to a Modified Low FODMAP Diet
You may already know that a low FODMAP diet is not a long-term diet. In fact, the initial elimination phase should only go for 2-6 weeks. During this stage, approximately 75% of IBS sufferers experience symptom improvement. Individuals should then progress to the second stage of the diet, the ...
A Guide to Low FODMAP Meal Prep
Weekly meal prep is something I am a huge advocate for. I usually set aside a couple of hours on a Sunday and prep my lunches, dinners and snacks for the working week. You don’t need to go all out like me and prep all meals and snacks (I am just very time poor during the week). Even preparing ...
What to Expect When Starting a Low FODMAP Diet
Whether you’re about to start a low FODMAP diet, have already started a low FODMAP diet, or are still in the contemplating stage – chances are you may be a little unsure of what to expect. This is totally normal. I mean, when you first hear someone say FODMAPs stands for Fermentable ...