On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I discuss why having support from a dietitian while on the Low FODMAP diet can make a big difference!
???? We know how the low FODMAP diet performs in the research – but what about the real world? ????
In a new study, researchers looked at how patients with IBS implemented the low FODMAP diet when recommended in routine clinical care (read: ‘real life’)
The case series reviewed 80 patients, those who implemented the low FODMAP diet with dietitian help, and those who did it on their own.
???? Not surprisingly, those who had dietitian help reported a better understanding of how to implement the dietary instructions.????
Not only that – but those receiving dietitian counselling also felt that:
???? They didn’t need to go to specialty shops to find low FODMAP foods (aka – RD instruction kept things practical)
???? They didn’t need to spend more $$$ (aka – RD instruction ensured the low FODMAP diet wasn’t more expensive than their regular diet)
✈️ That eating while travelling was not as difficult
The researchers also found that dietitian led patients were also more likely to:
???? hit the therapeutic target levels for FODMAP restriction (phase 1)
???? re-introduce more foods during phase 2
???? include food as tolerated in phase 3
Bottom Line:
The low FODMAP diet is complicated. A lot of information available online and even on handouts MISSES the importance of reintroduction, and a long term liberalization plan on the low FODMAP diet.
The first time I saw the list of low FODMAP foods I literally laughed out loud and said ‘there’s no way in hell I’m doing that’ (and I was a dietitian!)
Getting support can help you to feel empowered and frankly, do a better job at implementing this short term diet effectively.
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