Tag: Fodmap elimination phase

According to Monash University research, butter contains only trace amounts of lactose, the primary FODMAP in dairy. So, can you use butter on a FODMAP diet? For most individuals, the answer is yes, as standard servings fall well below FODMAP thresholds.

According to Monash University, a small portion of plain saltine crackers is considered low FODMAP. But what makes them suitable, and can you have saltine crackers on low FODMAP without issues? The answer lies in careful portion control and ingredient checks.

Over 70% of people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) experience significant symptom relief on a low FODMAP diet, which begins with the critical elimination phase. The first step, often called the elimination or restriction phase, is a temporary approach to determine if certain fermentable carbohydrates, known as FODMAPs, are triggering your symptoms. This stage involves removing all high-FODMAP foods from your diet for a set period to see if your digestive symptoms improve.