Low FODMAP

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keriza71
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by keriza71 on Mon Apr 15, 2019 3:55 pm

Low FODMAP

Hello again! I started the low FODMAP diet last Wednesday (this is my 6th day) on the advice of the doctors who responsed to my first post ‘IBS & Testing’ on this online clinic and after a chat with my own GP. This is also my 6th day off Omeprazole, and using the herbal bitters Iberogast. I had actually felt an almost overnight improvement, with a bit of mild reflux & wind day to day due to coming off the PPI I think. Today I feel like I’m having one of my almost full-on typical IBS-D days and I have no idea why! I have been really careful with the diet. I know it’s only 6 days but is this to be expected? Am I trying to do too much at the same time? I’d love some advice, thank you so much.

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Julie Thompson
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by Julie Thompson on Mon Apr 15, 2019 8:09 pm

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Hi Keriza71

It is difficult to say what has caused the relapse without knowing what you have eaten. The Low FODMAP diet takes usually around 2-3 weeks to be effective but some people can get results quicker than this.

The diet information we use as dietitians is constantly updated we have updates in the UK every few months so it is entirely possible that the information you have been following is not up to date or just simply incorrect and you have eaten something that is moderate or high in FODMAPS without knowing. It is also possible that it is another trigger that has caused your symptoms. Most people who have advice from a dietitian will have tried what is termed first line advice before trying a full exclusion diet. Unfortunately, IBS is not just about FODMAPs but other foods can also result in symptoms. Please see here for further information https://www.bda.uk.com/foodfacts/irrita ... l_syndrome

I would advise you to ask your GP for a referral to a dietitian who can assess all aspects of your diet and help you learn about what your triggers are.

Kind regards
Julie Thompson
Gastroenterology Specialist Dietitian - BSc (Hons) Dietetics

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