To Live Long and Healthy try low_FODMAP diet which also helps with IBS

To live long and healthy has been studied for decades. The doctors at Digestive Care Physicians are true believers in eating the right foods can help in overall heath which can lead to a longer life expectancy. Board-Certified physicians Dr. Singh, Dr. Rashbaum, Dr. Nitin Parikh, Dr. Long B. Nguyen, Dr. Ruth Montalva, and providers Tammi D’Elena, PA-C; and Vanessa T. Dang, MSN, APRN recommend to all of their patients their Low-FODMAP diet. You can receive a copy of this diet from the website: https://digestivecarephysicians.com/low-fodmap-diet/.

Often foods can trigger digestive symptoms and it has been found that by restricting certain foods, people can improve these symptoms.

What Are FODMAPs?

FODMAP stands for fermentable oligo-, di-, mono-saccharides and polyols

Certain carbohydrates are notorious for causing digestive upsets like bloating, gas, and stomach pain.

Foodmaps are found in a wide range of foods in varying amounts. Some foods contain just one type, while others contain several.

The main dietary sources of the four groups of FODMAPs include:

Oligosaccharides: Wheat, rye, legumes and various fruits and vegetables, such as garlic and onions.
Disaccharides: Milk, yogurt and soft cheese. Lactose is the main carb.
Monosaccharides: Various fruit including figs and mangoes, and sweeteners such as honey and agave nectar. Fructose is the main carb.
Polyols: Certain fruits and vegetables including blackberries and lychee, as well as some low-calorie sweeteners like those in sugar-free gum.

Benefits of a low-FODMAP Diet for People With IBS

If you are one in 7 who suffer from IBS symptoms, it can mean a huge difference in your life. For others you can benefit as well:

Reduced abdominal pain
Less bloating and wind
Going to the bathroom without discomfort
Improved gut health
Boosted energy, mood, confidence
Better sleep

To Live Long and Healthy Usually Involves A Low Carb Diet

To live long and healthy a low carbohydrate diet can help the heart, as long as protein and fat selections come from healthy sources. There is also evidence that a low carb diet may help people lose weight more quickly than a low-fat diet. Increasing high fiber low carbohydrate foods can also make you feel fuller longer and reduce the urge to snack on chips and sweets.

Digestive Care Physicians can help you with all GI issues. They now have 4 locations located north of Atlanta:

To read other articles on low-FODMAP diets: https://www.webmd.com/ibs/guide/what-is-fodmap#1