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Why is it difficult to absorb galactans?

Galactans (complex carbohydrates found in beans and some vegetables) are almost entirely... Full Answer

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What are galactans-rich foods?

Galactans are a type of oligosaccharide (complex carbohydrate). Galactans are chains of the sugar... Full Answer

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How do polyols ease constipation?

Polyols are osmotically active and strong laxatives in large doses. This characteristic is often... Full Answer

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How does fructose affect irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Fructans, a type of oligosaccharides (complex carbohydrates), are chains of the sugar fructose.... Full Answer

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What dairy products have the least amount of lactose?

Untreated milk, either plain or flavored, has 11-15 grams of lactose in a one-cup serving.... Full Answer

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How common is lactose malabsorption?

Lactose insufficiency is very rarely seen in infants and young children. However, up to 90 percent... Full Answer

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What should I do if I want to eat a FODMAP food that causes IBS symptoms?

FODMAPS stands for Fermentable Oligo-, Di- and Mono-saccharides And Polyols. Specifically, some of... Full Answer

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How should I eat after a FODMAP diet challenge?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for... Full Answer

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Why should I avoid eating a large amount of beans on a FODMAP challenge?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for... Full Answer

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What do I do if I have no IBS symptoms after a low-FODMAP challenge?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for... Full Answer

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How do I plan a FODMAP elimination diet challenge?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for... Full Answer

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What is a FODMAP elimination diet challenge?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for... Full Answer

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How do I know if the FODMAP elimination diet is working for my IBS?

To know whether the diet is working, keep accurate records. Review the records and compare the

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What sweets should I avoid on the FODMAP elimination diet?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for

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What protein foods should I avoid on the FODMAP elimination diet?

The FODMAPS elimination diet is based on limiting "FODMAPS" in the diet. FODMAPS stands for

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