Low FODMAP diet efficacy in IBS patients-what is the evidence and what else do we need to know?
Kortlever, T.; Hebblethwaite, C.; Leeper, J.; O'Brien, L.; Mulder, C.; Gearry, R.B.
New Zealand Medical Journal 129(1442): 75-83
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 1175-8716 PMID: 27657161 Document Number: 688968
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common and significant health problem which may be treatable with dietary interventions. Here we aim to explain the principles of the low Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Monosaccharides and Polyol diet, and discuss both the limitations and opportunities of the diet in those with IBS, a common cause of presentation to primary and secondary care in New Zealand.