NAVIGATING A LOW FOD MAP DIET

In this post we're going to dive deeper into the Low Fod Map Diet that those with chronic IBS need to follow and I'll share some of my favorite recipes! Preview what's included below.

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• What is a Low Fod Map Diet?

• What are the benefits to a Low Fod Map Diet?

• What gut health conditions will a Low Fod Map Diet address?

• Low Fod Map Food List

• Low Fod Map Brand Name Products

• Low Fod Map Recipes

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What is a Low Fod Map Diet?

The Low Fod Map Diet was created for those with chronic IBS symptoms. FOMAP stands for Fermentable Oligo-, Dis-, Monosaccharides, and Polysaccharides. These are carbs that are known to be poorly absorbed by the body and cause lead to digestive issues in some individuals with a weak gut or immune system. Symptoms from these foods can include abdominal pain, intestinal cramping, bloating, chronic constipation, chronic diarrhea, nausea and more.

What are the Benefits of a Low Fod Map Diet?

The main benefits of a Low Fod Map Diet are to help reduce digestive symptoms as an individual undergoes testing to find and address root causes, as well as works on rebuilding their individual gut health. While some High Fod Map Foods may need to be avoided indefinitely, the Low Fod Map Diet should not be followed long term. If an individual addresses the real root causes and works on rebuilding gut health, most High Fod Map food options should once again be better tolerated in moderation.

What Foods are Allowed on the Low Fod Map Diet?

*NOTE: The information provided here does not follow a strict low acid protocol. If you want to combine the two diets, modifications will need to be made to the food list and recipes included.

LOW FOD MAP FOOD LIST

*The Monash App is a good source for a more in depth look at the Low Fod Map Diet Approved Foods. It gets updated frequently. You can download it in the App Store. But here is a general list of foods to enjoy while following a Low Fod Map Diet.

VEGETABLES TO ENJOY: