Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Early referral to a dietitian may lead to a reduction in future costs of care for people with IBS.[i]
Where first line advice fails, dietitians are uniquely placed to advise on exclusion diets such as the low FODMAP diet, which can reduce functional symptoms specifically bloating, pain and flatulence in 75% of patients.[ii]
[i] NICE (2008) Irritable bowel syndrome in adults: Diagnosis and management of irritable bowel syndrome in primary care. CG61 [online] Available at: http://publications.nice.org.uk/irritable-bowel-syndrome-in-adults-cg61/guidance [Accessed 8 June 2014]
[ii]Staudacher HM1, Whelan K, Irving PM, Lomer MC. 2011. Comparison of symptom response following advice for a diet low in fermentable carbohydrates (FODMAPs) versus standard dietary advice in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. J Hum Nutr Diet. 24: 487-95.
