Low FODMAP Diet
What are FODMAPs?
F – Fermentable
O – Oligosaccharides
D – Disaccharides
M – Monosaccharides
A – and
P – Polyols
FODMAP is an acronym describing short chain carbohydrates. These sugars and fibers are often not absorbed in the small intestine and travel to the large intestine bringing excess water with them. Bacteria in the large intestine feed off FODMAPs which can cause too much bacteria to grow in the gut. This can cause discomfort and IBS symptoms such as diarrhea. The purpose of a low FODMAP diet is to starve this excess bacteria and restore the normal flora of the gut.
There are 3 phases of a low FODMAP diet which should be monitored by a Registered Dietitian.
Oligosaccharides
Sub group: fructans and galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS)
Disaccharides
Sub group: lactose, milk sugar
Monosaccharides
Sub group: excess fructose
Polyols
Sub group: sugar alcohols (sorbitol, mannitol)
For more information about the low FODMAP diet schedule an appointment with our Registered Dietitian, Madden Wilson, RND, LDN, CNSC.
