Breath tests can be performed to assess malabsorption of common FODMAP carbohydrates like lactose, fructose, sorbitol and mannitol. A list of some high FODMAP trigger foods are included. Under guidance by a qualified Dietitian, evidence based studies have shown restriction of such foods can lead to improvements in common digestive complaints.
→ Read the article at: Taste.com.au - Low FODMAPs Diet, May 2011
"Taming a Troubled Tummy", The Age newspaper, 21/06/11.
Summarizes Australian research investigating some of the triggers of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), namely FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols). Following a diagnosis of fructose and/or sorbitol malabsorption, patients are advised to go on a low-FODMAP diet as research has shown it significantly improves gastrointestinal symptoms in the majority of IBS sufferers. Testimonials from patients are provided.
→ Read the article at: Taming a Troubled Tummy, The Age, June 2011
IBS, Lactose and Fructose intolerance and the FODMAPs diet as seen on Channel 7's Today
Tonight program, "Superfood Diet - Food Intolerance Management Plan" screened on 15/06/11
→ Watch the episode at: TodayTonight: Superfood Diet - The Food Intolerance Management Plan
People with irritable bowel like symptoms could significantly improve their symptoms if they were diagnosed with, among other things, lactose and fructose malabsorption/intolerance.
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