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O'Brien L, Kasti A, Halmos EP, Tuck C, Varney J. Evolution, adaptation, and new applications of the FODMAP diet. JGH Open 2024; 8:e13066. [PMID: 38770353 PMCID: PMC11103764 DOI: 10.1002/jgh3.13066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
Abstract
The FODMAP diet has been a treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for many years. Rigorous scientific evaluation and clinical application of the FODMAP diet have generated deep understanding regarding clinical efficacy, mechanisms of action, and potential adverse effects of this dietary approach. In turn, this knowledge has allowed fine-tuning of the diet to optimize treatment benefits and minimize risks, in the form of the traditional three-phase diet; the FODMAP-gentle approach, which is a less restrictive iteration; and a proposed FODMAP-modified, Mediterranean-style diet which endeavours to optimise both gastrointestinal symptoms and other health parameters. Furthermore, recognition that IBS-like symptoms feature in other conditions has seen the FODMAP diet tested in non-IBS populations, including in older adults with diarrhea and women with endometriosis. These areas represent new frontiers for the FODMAP diet and a space to watch as future research evaluates the validity of these novel clinical applications.
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Affiliation(s)
- Leigh O'Brien
- Department of MedicineUniversity of OtagoChristchurchNew Zealand
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- Department of Nutrition and DieteticsATTIKON University General HospitalAthensGreece
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- Department of GastroenterologyMonash University and Alfred HealthMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Department of Nursing and Allied HealthSwinburne UniversityMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Department of GastroenterologyMonash University and Alfred HealthMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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MacIntosh A, Heenan PE, Wright-McNaughton M, Frampton C, Skidmore P, Wall CL, Muir J, Talley NJ, Roy NC, Gearry RB. The relationship between fermentable carbohydrates and post-prandial bowel symptoms in patients with functional bowel disorders. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1060928. [PMID: 36819701 PMCID: PMC9932028 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1060928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2022] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background and aims A low fermentable oligosaccharide, disaccharide, monosaccharide, and polyols (FODMAP) diet alleviates symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). We aimed to investigate the relationship between habitual FODMAP intake and post-prandial bowel symptoms in adults with IBS, functional diarrhoea (FD), or constipation (FD) (functional bowel disorders), and in healthy adults (controls). Methods 292 participants (173 with functional bowel disorders and 119 controls) completed a food and symptom times diary. Estimated meal portion sizes were entered into the Monash FODMAP Calculator to analyse FODMAP content. Wilcoxon and ANOVA tests were used to investigate the relationship between FODMAP intake and post-prandial bowel symptoms. Results IBS participants experienced more post-prandial bowel symptoms compared to participants with other functional bowel disorders or controls. Meals associated with abdominal pain contained on average increased excess fructose (0.31 g vs. 0.18 g, p < 0.05), sorbitol (0.27 g vs. 0.10 g, p < 0.01), and total FODMAP (3.46 g vs. 2.96 g, p < 0.05) compared to meals not associated with pain. Abdominal swelling was associated with increased sorbitol (0.33 g vs. 0.11 g, p < 0.01), and total FODMAP (3.26 g vs. 3.02 g, p < 0.05) consumption. Abdominal bloating was associated with increased galacto oligosaccharide consumption (0.18 g vs. 0.14 g, p < 0.05). Conclusion These findings support the role of FODMAP in post-prandial bowel symptom onset, however, the amount and type of FODMAP triggering symptoms vary between individuals. Future research should investigate the relationship between the effect of individual FODMAP consumption on post-prandial bowel symptoms for each subtype, the interaction of FODMAP with differing functional bowel disorders and whether longitudinally symptoms and dietary intake are stable.
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- Alice MacIntosh
- Department of Human Nutrition, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand
- High-Value Nutrition National Science Challenge, Liggins Institute at the University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Human Nutrition, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand
- High-Value Nutrition National Science Challenge, Liggins Institute at the University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Medicine, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Digestive Health, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Human Nutrition, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
- High-Value Nutrition National Science Challenge, Liggins Institute at the University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- Riddet Institute, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand
- High-Value Nutrition National Science Challenge, Liggins Institute at the University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Miranda J, Vázquez-Polo M, Pérez-Junkera G, Fernández-Gil MDP, Bustamante MÁ, Navarro V, Simón E, Martínez O. FODMAP Intake in Spanish Population: Open Approach for Risk Assessment. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:E5882. [PMID: 32823689 PMCID: PMC7459496 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17165882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2020] [Revised: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 08/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Fermentable oligo-, di- and monosaccharides and polyols' (FODMAP) were related with intestinal complications. The present study aimed to determine the FODMAP consumption of Spanish children, adolescents and adults, analyzing the real FODMAP risk of foods, and to set an open methodology for the measurement of this intake in other regions as well as nutrient intake assurance. Total fructan analysis was performed analytically in eighty-seven food samples. Daily intake of FODMAPs, fiber and micronutrients was calculated by combining the food composition for selected fermentable carbohydrates with the national food consumption stratified by age in an open software. Spanish child and adolescent total FODMAP consumption was settled as 33.4 ± 92.4 and 27.3 ± 69.0 g/day, respectively. Both intakes were higher than that of the adult population (21.4 ± 56.7 g/day). The most important food sources of lactose, excess of fructose and total fructan, considering their content and dietary intake were different between age groups. The contribution of these foods to dietary calcium and fiber and the consequent risk of deficiency if they are withdrawn was highlighted. We demonstrated the relevance of stratifying the total FODMAP intake by age. An open approach for FODMAP intake quantification and nutrient control was provided.
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- Jonatan Miranda
- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
- GLUTEN3S Research Group, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
- GLUTEN3S Research Group, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
- GLUTEN3S Research Group, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain
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- Gluten Analysis Laboratory of the University of the Basque Country, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain; (J.M.); (M.V.-P.); (G.P.-J.); (M.d.P.F.-G.); (M.Á.B.); (V.N.); (O.M.)
- GLUTEN3S Research Group, Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of the Basque Country, 01006 Vitoria, Spain
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Zhao A, Wang MC, Szeto IMY, Meng LP, Wang Y, Li T, Zhang YM. Gastrointestinal discomforts and dietary intake in Chinese urban elders: A cross-sectional study in eight cities of China. World J Gastroenterol 2019; 25:6681-6692. [PMID: 31832006 PMCID: PMC6906206 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v25.i45.6681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2019] [Revised: 10/24/2019] [Accepted: 11/13/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Gastrointestinal (GI) discomforts are common in the elderly population; however, whether such discomforts are associated with dietary intake has not been studied.
AIM To evaluate GI discomforts in Chinese urban elders and the associated factors.
METHODS The gastrointestinal symptom rating scale (GSRS) was used to identify GI discomforts in 688 elders from eight cities of China. The semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire and one time of 24 h dietary recall were used to access the food intake, identify dietary pattern, and calculate the nutrients intake.
RESULTS About 83% of studied elders experienced at least one of GI discomforts in the past 6 mo; dyspepsia was the most commonly reported (66.7%), followed by reflux (44.8%), abdominal pain (35.9%), constipation (35.8%), and diarrhea (34.7%). Female gender, lower education level, and lower family income were associated with a higher GSRS score. Participants who were diagnosed with a GI-related disease had a higher score of constipation, but a lower score of reflux. Chronic diseases were positively associated with certain GI discomforts. Three dietary patterns were identified by the method of principal component analysis, which were characterized as high intake of salt and tea; more frequent intake of tubers, fruits, aquatic products, and soybeans; and high intake of cereal, vegetables, and meat, respectively. However, no associations between dietary patterns and GSRS score were found. The elders with a higher GSRS score had significantly lower intake of bean products. The elders whose GSRS score was ≥ 21 and 18-20 decreased their bean production intake by 7.2 (0.3, 14.3) g/d and 14.3 (1.2, 27.3) g/d, respectively, compared with those who had a GSRS score ≤ 17. There were no differences in other food categories, calories, or nutrients intake among elders with different GSRS scores.
CONCLUSION GI discomforts are common in Chinese urban elders. GI discomforts might be associated with the choice of food.
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- Ai Zhao
- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China
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- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China
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- Yili Innovation Center, Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
- Inner Mongolia Dairy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
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- Yili Innovation Center, Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
- Inner Mongolia Dairy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
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- Yili Innovation Center, Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
- Inner Mongolia Dairy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
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- Yili Innovation Center, Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
- Inner Mongolia Dairy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., Hohhot 010110, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China
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- School of Public Health, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China
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Nanayakkara WS, Skidmore P, O'Brien L, Wilkinson T, Frampton C, Gearry R. From menu to mouth: the decay pathway of nutrient intake from planned menu to consumed and characteristics of residents in an aged care facility with greater nutrient decay rates: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e024044. [PMID: 31619411 PMCID: PMC6797362 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-024044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To observe the cascade of nutrient loss from meals planned to those provided and subsequently consumed by older people in residential care. A secondary aim was to determine the characteristics of residents with higher nutrient loss resulting in lower intake of key nutrients. DESIGN A single-centre cross-sectional study. SETTING An aged residential care facility in Christchurch, New Zealand. PARTICIPANTS All low and high level of care residents except those who are end of life, enterally fed or on short-term stay were invited to participate in the study. 54 of 60 selected residents who consumed all three main meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) for three non-consecutive days were included in the analyses. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Nutrient contents of planned menu; nutrient contents of meals served and consumed using modified 3-day diet records; and percentage of planned nutrients served and consumed. RESULTS Vitamins C, B12 and folate had the greatest total decay rates of 50% or more from that planned to be consumed to what was actually consumed, while unsaturated fats, beta carotene, iodine and zinc had the lowest decay rates of 25% or less. Male participants and lower care level residents consumed significantly more nutrients, compared with female participants and those receiving higher level care. Increased age, female gender, higher level of care, smaller meal size, pureed diet and lower body mass index were associated with larger decay rates and lower nutrient intakes. CONCLUSIONS Not all planned and served food and beverages are consumed, contributing to potential multiple nutrient deficiencies including energy and protein in the majority of aged-care residents. As a consequence, some nutrients may need to be oversupplied if consumption is to match planned intakes.
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- Department of Human Nutrition, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Human Nutrition, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch School of Medicine, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch School of Medicine, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Department of Medicine, University of Otago, Christchurch School of Medicine, Christchurch, New Zealand
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