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Posted 6/20/2015 7:30 PM (GMT 0)
Hi there--

I usually post in the Crohn's forum since I have that. My Gi has me trying the low FODMAP diet, and in searching forum it looks like more IBSers have tried it.

I'm struggling to adhere to the diet as so many things I seem to be fine with are high FODMAP and the things that are low FODMAP upset my system. I don't eat dairy, and berries and grapes bother me. Do you have any snack suggestions? I usually have an apple and a Larabar (made with dates) as snacks. I'm at a loss for what to do.

Thanks!
Posted 6/23/2015 7:39 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Sparkleplenty.
Unfortunately, I do not have any suggestions for you as I too am about to start on a diet. I am curious to hear what others comments on your post. I am debating whether to try the SCD Diet or the Low FODMAP Diet. I will probably be posting asking for everyone's suggestion/ experience.
I hope people respond to your posting here. I look forward to hearing what others have to say.
Posted 6/27/2015 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
I am with you. I need to find some information on this diet (specifically how to get enough calcium while using it) but I see there have been no replies to either of you posts.. So I guess we are swinging in the wind.
Posted 6/27/2015 9:40 AM (GMT 0)
hi. i have probs with dairy, grapes. possibly lactose, but then again i live with anxiety, thus this is very cause and effect. i know i am better without the dairy, but not always. bugger. i am a diabetic, and follow a diabetic diet. i will have a look at fodmap. just thought i would say g'day. i see my doc mon. will ask. cheers.
Posted 7/8/2015 2:23 AM (GMT 0)
Everything I have read about FODMAP recommends you find a dietician to help you with it. After trying it for a couple of weeks, and probably not being 100% compliant, I agree. I've noticed a bit of an improvement, so am trying to keep working at it.

ppim38, for calcium you should have plenty of options. Most non-dairy milk is fortified with calcium, and if you can eat it there's usually a fair bit of calcium in leafy green veg like spinach. You can eat some cheese on FODMAP if you can tolerate it as well.

I think any new diet, especially one that is restrictive, takes a while to get used to. I have some mental blocks with this since it's such big changes in what I eat.

Thanks for chiming in with some support.
Posted 7/8/2015 4:37 AM (GMT 0)
I just recently completed the low FODMAP no fructose diet and reintroduction under the guidance of my dietitian and it's a good idea for IBSers to find out if they have food intolerance issues to high FODMAP foods and fructose as they tend to be a trigger for IBS. We learned that my IBS issues are stress driven and not food thank goodness, though I am lactose intolerant (GI tested me years ago now) so I just use lactaid products to deal with it.

I strongly recommend a dietitian (not nutritionist, they're not as qualified) that specializes in IBD, IBS and other gut disorders.
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