HEALTH REPORT
Selecting supplements Although there is an abundance of apps, blogs and cookbooks to educate people on how to follow a low FODMAP diet, confusion remains about medications and supplements,
caution because it draws water into the intestines.” Herbs and nutrients that are often prescribed by
as these often contain FODMAPs. For example, any ingredient name ending in “ol” is likely to be high FODMAP. Having first gained guidance from your healthcare practitioner, it is advisable to elim- inate any non-essential supplements or medications that contain FODMAPs. If you
naturopaths to heal the gut, such as charcoal, liquorice tea, glutamine, marshmallow, flaxseed and slippery elm, are all low FODMAP. Other stomach-soothing supplements include low FODMAP digestive enzymes, fennel leaf tea, and a Bifidobacteria probiotic. However, prebiotic supplements
Seeing red High FODMAP foods include: apples apricots artichokes artificial
leeks legumes mangoes maple syrup milk mushrooms nectarines peaches pears plums quark rye snow peas sugar watermelon wheat yogurt
sweeteners asparagus barley Brussels sprouts cauliflower chamomile tea cherries coconut water dessert wine
are unsure about whether a product contains FODMAPs, ask your health consultant or the manufacturer. Although the FODMAP app is regularly updated, not all
like inulin and artichoke powder, along with whey protein powder, are high FODMAP. Protein powders which are permitted at the recommended dose include brown rice, egg, hemp
supplements appear on it yet, so I sought advice from Jane Muir, Monash University dietitian and nutrition scientist. Muir explains: “Collagen has no carbs, so it is OK. Spirulina gets the green light, but other green powders are not yet FODMAP approved. Aloe vera is fine at a maximum of ¼ cup per day, but psyllium should be taken with
and pea. Muir warns against excessive protein because it can ferment and produce toxic by-products, such as ammonia. However, if the protein is taken with a well-tolerated natural fibre, this will reduce the impact of the fermentation.
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Caroline Robertson is a naturopath with a special interest in digestive and skin disorders.
www.carolinerobertson.com.au
“Kfibre™ is a low FODMAP complex dietary fibre that provides prebiotic support to assist in preserving the health and diversity of your gut microbiome, while following a low FODMAP diet.” –Joanna Baker APD & Gut Health Specialist
www.Kfibre.com
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