Anyone familiar with Fodmap Low nutrition? It's been recommended for our dd.

Looked it up and if it is recommended by her gastroenterologist (I would assume for IBS)

then anything to get relief.
I did see this constraint on a site. Good luck.
There is so much material available in written form and online that some might be tempted to make up a low FODMAP diet without a dietician’s help. Even though in theory this sounds an excellent idea, in practical terms it poses significant challenges

 
I have done it - I bought the app from the University of Monash

to help me figure out what I could have while doing the low FODMAP elimination plan, it was really helpful. I learned a lot while doing it, such as I am truly lactose intolerant, and feel better if I avoid certain foods like garlic, wheat, cauliflower and broccoli. My doctor had me do it when I was having food allergy symptoms in 2012-13.

 
Thanks much for insights. It just seems so restrictive and honestly boring over time. We are

trying to help and support, but I feel badly. Fortunately, she is feeling better, for the most part. BUT, lost some weight (Which was unnecessary). It is a very boring and honestly quite expensive way to eat!

I miss the school days of cereal! Now it is raspberries or eggs; etc. Takes time to think through. And dd now finally understands that she needs to go back and try new things.

 
I found the first list of "can't haves" and thought GEEZE this is impossible. But then

found the "can haves" and it doesn't seem so bad. Admittedly I didn't look in depth but if it alleviates whatever the symptoms are seems worthwhile.
I think rice krispies are allowed!

 
I've been through this - tips/hints and information below - please read

I’ve been through this program 3 times now, but it did not work for me. 



There is lots of old/outdated information out there - Monash (they are based in Australia) is the leader/creator of this protocol and have the most updated information. Download their app - it isn’t free and is on the higher end of app prices, but it is completely worth it and they update regularly.



Do not stay on Phase 1 (2-8 weeks) longer than you need to. Start reintroducing/challenging foods as soon as you feel ready. You are removing lots of good/beneficial foods in phase 1 - however, research is startling to trickle in on the long term effects of people who stay on phase 1 for long periods of time do harmful damage to their gut microbiome.



Make sure you keep your diet as varied as possible, especially to avoid getting tired of having the exact same thing day after day - spices/herbs are your friend. Use garlic-infused olive oil. Seek out asafetida - it is reminiscent of garlic/onion and isvery strong, so a little goes a long way. 

Be VERY watchful of portion sizes.

Some foods that you think are off the list can actually be good and acceptable in small servings - but this also goes in reverse. Some things that you think are good can be not good in large servings. Research fodmap stacking - it makes a difference.

One thing to remember - this is not a gluten-free diet. It is *wheat* free.



Here are some helpful links you should look through



https://www.monashfodmap.com/blog/
https://alittlebityummy.com/ (especially helpful for recipes/info)
https://www.everydaynutrition.com.au/blog
http://www.katescarlata.com
https://www.ibsfree.net

Please feel free to ask any questions!

 
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