You are at the right place if you would like to learn if there is a link between alcohol and IBS. In the article, we discuss how alcohol affects IBS and digestive health. We also debate if people with IBS should stop drinking alcohol. Moreover, you will get some simple tips on minimizing the possible symptoms after having a drink and which drinks you should avoid on the low FODMAP diet. How does alcohol affect IBS? IBS is a multifactorial condition, and there are many possible triggers for IBS symptoms, and studies suggest alcohol is one of them (1, 2). One study looked at alcohol consumption ..read more

The IBS diet is probably the first thing that comes to your mind when you get an IBS diagnosis. Therefore, we wrote an in-depth article to help you navigate your IBS journey. We will discuss food-related IBS triggers and mechanisms behind them, diets for IBS, and probiotics and prebiotics. Moreover, we touch on intermittent fasting and how it can affect IBS. Plus, we answer the question of whether a low-calorie diet worsens IBS. Can a high fat diet trigger IBS? Yes, a high fat diet can trigger IBS due to the gastro-colic reflex, which is exaggerated in people with IBS (1).  Impaired gastr ..read more

Low FODMAP sauce can be your savior if you get stuck with bland and dry meals on the low FODMAP diet.  The article discusses what sauces you can eat on the low FODMAP diet and the typical high FODMAP ingredients in sauces to avoid.  Read the article for ideas and recipes for low FODMAP sauces for chicken, pasta, and homemade cocktail sauce. We will also look at low FODMAP condiments so you can get more comfortable experimenting in the kitchen. What sauce can I eat on the low FODMAP diet? You have many options for sauces while following a FODMAP diet, but you have to be careful of som ..read more

This post will clarify the question, “Does squash cause gas?”  Squash is a nutrient-rich vegetable enjoyed in various culinary creations, but having digestive discomfort afterward might discourage you from eating it. Read the article to learn how to avoid excessive gas afterward and try FODMAP-friendly recipes that will not upset your stomach but satisfy your taste buds. What is squash? Squash are plants from the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae). They grow in various regions worldwide, including North and South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia (1). Common types of squash include summer squas ..read more

If you are anything like me and can eat french fries at any given opportunity, you may have wondered, ‘are french fries low fodmap?.’ In this article, we will explain whether you can continue to enjoy french fries on your low FODMAP diet or not. What are french fries? French fries are beloved globally with over 22 billion pounds of fries eaten worldwide every year! (1) French fries are prepared by cutting white potatoes into even strips, drying them, and then fried in oil until golden brown. Lower oil variations include oven fries, baked fries, or cooking them in the air-fryer. French fri ..read more

Are you searching for suitable low FODMAP pasta sauces to try? This blog will help!  Pasta is a popular food, and dressing your pasta with a sauce is common. It can be a challenge to find delicious sauces to use when you are following the low FODMAP diet, but fear not; this blog has you covered.  Read on to discover low FODMAP pasta sauce recipes we love as well as suitable store bought options. ARE LOW FODMAP PASTA SAUCES POSSIBLE?  Yes, low FODMAP pasta sauces are possible, and they can taste flavourful.  There are pasta sauces that contain ingredients that are high in FO ..read more

‘Is dextrose low FODMAP?’ Read on to learn more about dextrose and what you can find it in.  You can find out how you can incorporate dextrose into your low FODMAP diet, by reading how dextrose is made up.  With so many types of ways to sweeten your food and drinks, we will cover other types of sugars, syrups and sweeteners that you may come across too. WHAT IS DEXTROSE? Dextrose is a naturally occurring simple sugar which comes from corn (1). It can also be known as corn starch.  Simple sugars are the most basic forms of sugar called monosaccharides, and they cannot be broken d ..read more

You may be wondering is brown rice low FODMAP? When embarking on a low FODMAP diet, you need to eliminate some major sources of gluten (wheat, rye and barley) due to their oligosaccharides content. This may mean your favorite carbohydrate source is no longer suitable for your diet! So you may be wondering …“what other carbohydrate sources can I eat?” This blog post will unpick any of these uncertainties! Read on to learn about the health benefits of brown rice and understand which varieties are suitable for a low FODMAP diet. The Health benefits of brown rice Rice is a cereal grain that is a w ..read more

Arugula is a peppery, leafy green vegetable and is a popular ingredient in salads. But you may be wondering if this flavor powerhouse is appropriate for a low FODMAP diet? In this blog post we will explore: what arugula is, its health benefits and whether it is appropriate for a low FODMAP diet. There will also be some recipes included at the bottom of the post – so keep on scrolling! What is arugula? Arugula, which you are likely to know more as ‘rocket’, has the latin name of Eruca sativia. It belongs to the Brassicaceae family (along with mustard greens, cauliflower and kale) (1). Arugula i ..read more

With the popularity of Japanese food continuing to grow in the West, you may have come across edamame and wondered if it is low FODMAP. Soybeans, a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, are incorporated in many dishes and sauces.  However, you may have heard mixed information about soybeans’ suitability for the low FODMAP diet. This article explains whether edamame is low FODMAP and offers tips for adding it to your diet. What are edamame beans?  Edamame is the Japanese name for immature soybeans. They grow in pods similar to peas and are bright green.  Edamame beans are typically se ..read more