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FODMAP Diet Explained: What to Eat, Avoid, and How to Start

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FODMAP Diet Explained: What to Eat, Avoid, and How to Start Have you been struggling with bloating, gas, or unpredictable stomach pain? The FODMAP diet might be the answer. Designed especially for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other digestive disorders, the FODMAP diet helps identify which foods trigger symptoms. In this complete guide, you'll learn what FODMAPs are, how the diet works, and how beginners can apply it safely and effectively. 1. What is the FODMAP diet? 2. FODMAP categories and common foods 3. How to follow the diet in three phases 4. Common mistakes and precautions 5. Tips for meal planning and eating out 6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 1. What is the FODMAP diet? FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols—carbohydrates that some people can’t digest well. These compounds can ferment in the gut, causing symptoms like gas, bloating, and cramps. The diet is not about perma...