Diets in Symptom Relief and the Influence of Quality of Life in People With Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Subjects in this group will follow a low FODMAP diet for up to 10 weeks. Foods that are high in oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols will be avoided. They will receive 3 dietetic consultations at week 0,6 and 10. Dietary leaflets, including meal samples and Yes/No food lists will be provided.

Subjects in this group will follow a conventional diet for up to 10 weeks. They will receive 3 dietetic consultations at week 0,6 and 10. This diet will focus on small frequent meals, no skipping meals and dietary adjustments for bloatedness, diarrhea and constipation. Advice on intake of caffeine and alcohol will also be given. Dietary leaflets will be provided.