Scientists from the University of Padua in Italy found that a diet that includes limiting certain carbohydrates, such as fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols, may improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. results published In the nutrition magazine.
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a disease that causes chronic abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, bowel problems, and bowel problems. It is characterized by a disruption in the interaction between the intestines and the brain. Emotional factors, nutrition and taking certain medications can reduce or aggravate the symptoms of the disease.
The first study confirming the effectiveness of a low-fructose diet in relieving IBS symptoms was conducted in 2006. A new scientific review by Italian scientists, including commentary on several large studies, aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a diet that excludes the consumption of carbohydrate groups such as oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols.
The fact is that such carbohydrates have three common functional properties – low absorption in the small intestine, rapid bacterial fermentation and osmotically active molecules. These features are associated with the emergence of IBS symptoms, as they can cause visceral hypersensitivity, increased intestinal permeability, changes in the composition and motility of the intestinal microbiome.
Eliminating these carbohydrate groups is noted to improve IBS symptoms in approximately 65% of patients after one month of following the diet. Studies on the overall effectiveness of such a diet generally report a 50-75% chance of health improvement. In addition, a minimum amount of oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols is associated with the restoration of intestinal microflora.
However, although some studies have shown lasting improvements in the health of volunteers following this diet, more evidence is needed on the long-term effectiveness and safety of this dietary approach. Avoiding entire food groups (legumes, soy, most fruits, honey, some dairy products, sweets) can potentially increase your risk of developing constipation and eating disorders.
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