What are FODMAPs?
FODMAP is an acronym that stands for different groups of carbohydrates consumed in every American’s diet.
Trouble digesting FODMAPs can contribute to symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) such as gas, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. FODMAPs can be hard to digest for different reasons, including:
- Poor absorption by the small intestine
- The production of gas due to fermentation of high FODMAP foods in the intestine
- The ability of FODMAPs to hold access fluid in the intestine
No matter what the cause of the FODMAP intolerance in an individual may be, removing foods high in FODMAP content from the diet has been shown to greatly relieve symptoms of IBS in certain individuals.
This program is for you if…
- You’re sick and tired of being sick and tired
- Your doctor has recommended the FODMAP diet for IBS
- You’ve been diagnosed with IBS and want to see if food may be playing a role in your symptoms
- You’ve been trying the FODMAP elimination diet on your own, but aren’t quite sure if you’re following the diet correctly because you aren’t getting the results you had hoped for
- You want to get to the root cause of your health issues, but are feeling overwhelmed
- You’re ready for support and guidance so that you can start feeling your best!
What’s included
Dietary Support and Guidance
- An in-depth analysis of health history, eating habits, medications, and supplements.
- Three appointments with your dietitian + three months of unlimited email access to your dietitian.
- Working under the guidance of your dietitian, you will be led through the FODMAP dietary protocol.
- You will be instructed on how to eliminate FODMAP food groups (and more importantly given ideas for what you CAN eat during the elimination!).
- After the elimination phase, you’ll be guided through the challenge phase of the FODMAP diet. This is when you will reintroduce each FODMAP group in a really organized way to determine which are problematic for you.
- Once the elimination and challenge phases are complete, you’ll receive help formulating a new, well-balanced diet based on the results of your FODMAP challenges.
Functional Lab Testing
Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Breath Testing – A test for overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the small intestine. SIBO is an underlying cause of irritable bowel symptoms, and often overlooked. Working with your doctor, we can make sure you get this testing if needed.