Abstract
Irritable bowel syndrom is a gastrointestinal disorder, that affects about 10 % of worlds population. The etiology remains unclear, however studies show, that bad dietary habits may aggravate the symptoms. The most frequent signs of IBS are: abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and change in bowel habits. The aim of this study was to describe dietary modifications that can alleviate the symptoms and improve patients quality of life. The study material consisted of publications, that we’ve found on databases as PubMed, ResearchGate and Google Scholar. Patients find out, that certain food aggravate the symptoms. The most frequent triggering factors are: coffee, diary products, alcohol, spicy foods and lipids. Our review shows, there are some recommendations that help patients in their everyday diet change. For example drinking at least 3 cups of coffee per day can reduce bloating and diarrhea, while drinking more than 1,5 L of other fluids per day can alleviate symptoms as constipation. According to studies, following a IBS diet can minimize the signs. Moreover, recently developed „IBS food pyramid” is based on actual recommendations and knowledge a visual and user-friendly tool helping patients in everyday diet changes.Unfortunately, still there is insufficient evidence of studies about dietary approaches. Well designed and randomized control trials are needed to improve efficacy, safety and knowledge about dietary modifications.
Highlights
Introduction and purposeIrritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disease with a high global prevalence
About 10% of the world population suffers from this disorder.[1]
Numerous studies refer the role of the diet
Summary
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disease with a high global prevalence. [3] Psychosocial factors as low quality of life, psychiatric disorders and chronic life stress are associated with IBS.[4] numerous studies refer the role of the diet. [2] The research suggest the link between pathogenesis of the disease and disturbed intestinal motility, visceral hypersensitivity, intestinal flora disorders or low-grade inflammation. It can be explained by atypical modulatory mechanisms of the gut which response to stimulation of gut receptors mediated by nutrients. Common symptoms of the IBS are: chronic abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence and disturbed bowel habits
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