Different nutritional approaches in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome

Abstract

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is defined as a combination of pain associated with abdominal discomfort and changes in bowel habits. IBS has an important economic effect on healthcare system and it decreases the life quality of patients. Nutrition treatment is really important to reduce IBS symptoms. In this review, nutritional recommendations are based on scientific literature. The topics which are discussed in this review are low Fermented Oligosaccharide, Disaccharide, Monosaccharide and Polyol Diet, increasing dietary soluble fiber, and probiotic use. Different nutritional approaches are used in the treatment of IBS patients but there is still no clear evidence about them. Therefore, further well-designed, randomized controlled trials are needed.