FODMAPs

Low FODMAP diet can reduce discomfort of Irritable Bowel Syndrome & functional gut disorders

“FODMAP” is an acronym that stands for Fermentable Oligo-, Di- and Mono-saccharides, and Polyols.

FODMAPS are short chain carbohydrates and monosaccharides found in many common foods.

Most people do not absorb FODMAP carbohydrates well. Unabsorbed FODMAPs in the small intestine pass into the large intestine, producing gas and collecting fluid which can cause abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, and significant discomfort.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) & functional gut disorders

Many of our favorite foods are high in FODMAPs, and consumption of these high FODMAP foods often results in intestinal problems, bloating, and abdominal pain.

Foods with high FODMAP carbohydrates adversely affect individuals who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and other functional gut disorders.

A low FODMAP diet can reduce IBS symptoms

A low FODMAP diet can help reduce Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other functional gut disorder symptoms.

Amy Rose Sager is a Registered Dietitian and Certified LEAP-MRT Therapist who can assist individuals with creating an effective low FODMAP diet that will improve their health through better eating habits.

Sample list of common high FODMAP foods

  • Apples, pears, peaches, plums, prunes, cherries, watermelon, mango
  • Milk, ice cream, yogurt, margarine, cottage cheese, soft cheeses
  • Lentils, baked beans, kidney beans, chickpeas
  • Broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, beets, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, onions
  • High fructose corn syrup

Sample list of common low FODMAP food

  • Grapes, oranges, grapefruit, bananas, blueberries, kiwi
  • Butter, hard cheeses, sorbet, lactose-free products
  • Carrots, celery, corn, eggplant, green beans, celery, lettuce, tomato
  • Glucose, sugar (sucrose), maple syrup

Low FODMAP diet strategies – Cape Cod / SouthCoast MA

Amy Rose, Nutritionist, Dietitian and LEAP-MRT Therapist sees patients in Cape Cod, Plymouth and southeastern Massachusetts. Patients come to her for Crohns, IBS (irritable bowel), food allergy and plant based diets.

  • Amy Rose Sager is a Nutritionist, Registered Dietitian and Certified LEAP-MRT Therapist. She provides in-person or phone consultations with patients throughout Cape Cod, Plymouth and southeastern Massachusetts. Her specialties are managing food sensitivities; plant-based eating, cancer and eating for life. Patients come to her for help with IBS (irritable bowel disorder), Crohn's disease, plant-based diet eating and food allergies.
    • Cape Cod: Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Centerville, Chatham, Cotuit, Dennis, Falmouth, Forestdale, Harwich, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Mashpee, Orleans, Osterville, Pocasset, Provincetown, Sagamore, Sandwich, Wellfleet, Yarmouth.

    • South Coast MA: Buzzards Bay, Fairhaven, Onset, Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester, Wareham

    • South Shore MA: Abington, Bridgewater, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Halifax, Hanson, Hanover, Kingston, Marshfield, Middleboro, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Raynham, Rockland, Scituate, West Bridgewater, Whitman