Confused about inulin and the low FODMAP diet? I don’t blame you. Inulin is a less commonly known food ingredient that crops up on the low FODMAP diet causing a lot of confusion. In this article I am going to explain what inulin is and how it impacts your gut. I am also going to…
The low FODMAP Diet - Articles
This page contains all the dietitian written blog posts on our website about the low FODMAP diet.
Is Celery Low FODMAP?
Many people on a low FODMAP diet often wonder ‘is celery low FODMAP?’. Incorporating a range of vegetables in your daily life is essential to follow a healthy, balanced diet including plenty of fibre, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals (1). A minimum of 2 portions of vegetables per day (160g) and up to 6-7 servings…
Low FODMAP bread
Finding a good low FODMAP bread is important when you are on the low FODMAP diet so that you are able to create simple meals. I often find that people fail on the diet because they overcomplicate it and finding simple switches such as a suitable bread can make life easier. After all, an easier…
35 Vegan Low FODMAP Recipes
What is a Vegan Diet? This article provides you with the tastiest vegan low FODMAP recipes and explains how you CAN do the diet whilst also being vegan. If you are following a vegan diet then you only eat and drink foods which are not derived from animals in anyway. Instead, someone who is on…
Can you drink alcohol on the low FODMAP diet?
Yes, you can drink alcohol on the low FODMAP diet. This post will explain the advice on alcohol when you have IBS, including which alcoholic drinks and mixers are low FODMAP. WHAT IS ALCOHOL? Like fat, protein and carbohydrates, alcohol is a macronutrient. When we drink alcoholic drinks, we are drinking the type known as ethanol….
The Low FODMAP Diet
The low FODMAP diet is a 3 part process which reduces irritable bowel syndrome symptoms and identifies trigger foods. In this article I will explain what the diet entails, which foods are high in FODMAPs and how to follow the diet. Jump to; Low FODMAP Food List High FODMAP Food List The 3 stage process…
Is Sourdough Bread Low FODMAP?
You may be wondering if sourdough bread is low FODMAP? Bread is staple part of the diet you will likely miss when doing the low FODMAP process. In this article I will explain which breads you CAN have. Although many breads contain high FODMAP ingredients such as honey, apple and inulin, there are also suitable…
The Modified FODMAP Diet
You have just finished the low FODMAP reintroduction phase and are now wondering what to do. It is time for the modified FODMAP diet! This personalised low FODMAP diet is the long-term element of this diet. This is when you eat relatively normal and exclude only your known triggers. In this article, I will explain…
Are Natural Flavourings High FODMAP?
If you are doing the low FODMAP diet then you will be scrutinising every food label. You will have noticed that many foods contain ‘natural flavourings.’ This can be rather confusing when all the other ingredients are clearly labelled. This can lead to you avoiding even more foods just to be safe. But, what are…
Is Soy Low or High FODMAP?
If you are on the low FODMAP diet, you will find soy confusing. You will be thinking that soya milk is lactose free but then confused because some people say to avoid it. You may also be thinking that you need to find gluten free Soya sauce, but this is not the case. Having this…