Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is defined by symptoms of recurrent abdominal pain related to defecation and is categorized into the following 4 subgroups: IBS with predominant constipation (IBS-C), diarrhea (IBS-D), mixed (IBS-M), and unsubtyped. Despite its widespread impact, the pathophysiology of IBS remains elusive. A diet low in fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols (FODMAP) has been recognized as an effective dietary intervention for the reduction of gastrointestinal symptoms.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is defined by symptoms of recurrent abdominal pain related to defecation and is categorized into the following 4 subgroups: IBS with predominant constipation (IBS-C), diarrhea (IBS-D), mixed (IBS-M), and unsubtyped. Despite its widespread impact, the pathophysiology of IBS remains elusive. A diet low in fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols (FODMAP) has been recognized as an effective dietary intervention for the reduction of gastrointestinal symptoms.