Scientists from Lund University in Sweden found that cutting out sugar and starch may help relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Research results It was published In the food magazine.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic, often debilitating, and pervasive disorder of the gut-brain interaction. IBS is characterized by symptoms of recurrent abdominal pain and bowel movements. Genetic predisposition and psychological factors play an important role in its development.
A few years ago, scientists discovered that people with IBS should avoid highly processed foods (ready meals, fast food), some vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes, and dairy products. Especially foods containing short-chain carbohydrates (oligosaccharides, disaccharides, and monosaccharides, and structurally similar sugar alcohols – polyols). This diet is called FODMAP.
In a new study involving 155 volunteers, researchers compared the effectiveness of another diet called SSRD. The latter recommends avoiding sucrose and starch. The most popular sources of sucrose are bananas, pineapples, dates, oranges and tangerines, dates and grapes. It is also found in all confectionery products, baked goods, sodas, jams and jellies. Potatoes, corn, legumes and peas are rich in starch.
The results showed that both diets helped reduce IBS symptoms in 75-80% of participants. However, sugar cravings were reduced more in the SSRD group. This diet also led to more successful weight loss.
Scientists have highlighted that the list of foods allowed to be consumed in SSRD is much longer than in FODMAP. This will help you stick to your diet without any problems and restore your intestinal health.
Earlier scientists connected low manganese levels with intestinal inflammation.
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Source: Gazeta
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