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FODMAPs
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FODMAPs are a group of carbohydrates that are poorly absorbed by the small intestine and can cause digestive symptoms in some people. FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols. They are found in many foods, such as wheat, dairy, beans, fruits, and vegetables.
Some people with long term physical health conditions may have a higher sensitivity to FODMAPs. This is because these conditions may affect the nervous system, the immune system, or the gut microbiome, which can influence how the body reacts to FODMAPs.
They may also have leaky gut syndrome, which could be worsened by eating FODMAPs.
Eating too many FODMAPs can trigger symptoms such as bloating, gas, pain, diarrhoea, or constipation. These symptoms can affect the quality of life, mood, and well-being of people with long term physical health conditions.
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and/or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
All conditions exacerbated by leaky gut syndrome.
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A low-FODMAP diet is a dietary approach that involves avoiding or limiting foods that are high in FODMAPs for a period of time, usually 4 to 8 weeks. This can help reduce the symptoms and improve the gut health of some people with long term physical health conditions. However, a low-FODMAP diet is not suitable for everyone, and it should be done under the guidance of a dietitian. A low-FODMAP diet is not a cure for long term physical health conditions, but it can help manage them better.
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If you want to learn more about FODMAPs and how they affect people with long term physical health conditions, you can check out these resources:
How the low-FODMAP diet transformed my health
Long term effectiveness of a low FODMAP diet