Archives: FAQs

► Do I have to buy specific foods to follow this program?

Absolutely not! Our meal plans are made with common ingredients that you can easily find in supermarkets, all-natural or organic grocery stores, or at your local grocers and markets.

► What is the difference between your program and the information that I can find on the internet or in books about the Low FODMAP diet?

Following this diet without help is a real challenge, because you have to eliminate all foods that are high-FODMAP and limit those that contain moderate quantities of FODMAP. With our program, not only do you have meal plans and recipes that fully meet the demanding criteria of this diet, but you also have simple tools […]

► Is it advisable to follow the Low FODMAP diet over the long term?

Our low FODMAP meal plans are based on the Mediterranean diet, known to help reduce the risk of several cancers, prevent diabetes, prevent cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia. However, it is not recommended to follow a low FODMAP diet over the long term so as not to deplete the microbiota. In fact […]

► What’s the difference between a ‘Low FODMAP’ diet and ‘gluten-free’ diet?

A gluten-free diet is indicated for people who suffer from Celiac Disease. They have to eliminate gluten from their diet. Gluten is a protein in many grains and it’s why these people have to avoid wheat, rye, barley, etc. On the Low FODMAP diet, wheat, barley, and rye also have to be eliminated, but due […]

► What foods can I eat ?

See a list of the main Low FODMAP foods.

► What foods should I avoid?

See a list of the main High-FODMAP foods. Remember that several other foods do contain medium amounts of FODMAPs and should be limited to avoid problems. This is exactly what our Low FODMAP meal plans do for you.

► Is the Low FODMAP diet appropriate for me?

It all depends on your health condition! The FODMAP diet is ideal for you if you meet the following criteria: You have one or more of the following symptoms: intestinal gas, bloating, pain in the abdomen, diarrhea and/or constipation You have not been able to solve these symptoms with simple changes to your lifestyle (eat […]

► Why is a Low FODMAP diet recommended for people suffering from IBS?

In people suffering from IBS, certain FODMAPs are only partially digested and absorbed. This leads to distension of the intestine and the production of gas, which creates pain, cramps, and flatulence. To ease these symptoms, it’s recommended to limit the intake of fermentable carbohydrates, i.e. FODMAPs.

► Who invented the Low FODMAP diet?

The diet was developed by two Australian researchers, Peter Gibson, Gastroenterologist, and Sue Shepherd, Registered Dietitian, from Monash University in Melbourne. Their first publication was in 2005. Since then, scientific data on the effectiveness of the diet has accumulated, leading to more and more gastroenterologists and dietitians around the world prescribing it successfully. In March […]

► What does FODMAP mean?

The FODMAP acronym stands for: F = Fermentable;O = Oligosaccharides;D = Disaccharides;M = Monosaccharides;A = And;P = Polyols These are carbohydrates that ferment in the gut

When a low-FODMAP diet has significantly reduced or even eliminated your symptoms, you’ll be ready to re-introduce FODMAP families for testing. You’ll find more about reintroducing FODMAPs, in this article

At SOSCuisine we have over 500 delicious recipes that are low in FODMAPs, which we use to create our varied and balanced menus: A simple and effective solution to help you follow the low-FODMAP diet without needing to drive yourself crazy examining and calculating everything.