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Low FODMAP Diet

Elimination-and-rechallenge protocol restricting Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, And Polyols to manage IBS symptoms.

Also: FODMAP

Developed at Monash University, the diet proceeds in three phases: strict elimination (2 to 6 weeks), structured reintroduction of each FODMAP subgroup, and long-term personalization. Reduces gas, bloating, diarrhea, and abdominal pain in 70 to 80% of IBS patients. Should be supervised by a trained RDN to avoid nutrient inadequacy and to perform proper reintroduction.

How one textbook covers it

  • Krause and Mahan's Food and the Nutrition Care Process, 16th ed. — Chapter 28

    Developed at Monash University, the diet proceeds in three phases: strict elimination (2 to 6 weeks), structured reintroduction of each FODMAP subgroup, and long-term personalization. Reduces gas, bloating, diarrhea, and abdominal pain in 70 to 80% of IBS patients. Should be supervised by a trained RDN to avoid nutrient inadequacy and to perform proper reintroduction.

Related terms

Gut Microbiota, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, SIBO