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A new test shows that adopting Mediterranean Diet Can significantly reduce the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome ,ibs,
The researchers describe an eating plan rich in fruits, vegetables, pulses, whole grains, nuts, fish and olive oil as a “simple, enjoyable and highly effective first step” in managing the common condition.
ibs This is often a lifelong digestive disorder characterized by abdominal cramps, bloating, and diarrhea. It is generally managed through lifestyle adjustments and medication.
Dr Imran Aziz, senior clinical lecturer in gastroenterology at the University of Sheffield, said: “For millions of people around the world, IBS symptoms can seriously impact daily life.”
Current initial treatments often involve modification of diet, and patients are advised to avoid skipping meals, increase fruit and vegetable intake, and limit fatty, spicy, processed foods, caffeine, fizzy drinks, and alcohol.
Researchers from the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust compared the effectiveness of this traditional advice with that of the Mediterranean diet.
The trial involved 139 people with IBS, of whom 68 followed a Mediterranean diet for six weeks and 71 followed traditional dietary advice.
Each group participated in a 30-minute online education session about their diet and were emailed supporting information.
The study, published in History of Internal Medicinefound that 62 percent of people who followed the Mediterranean diet reported significant improvement in their symptoms.
This compared with 42 percent of the other group.
“Our study provides strong evidence that the Mediterranean diet may be a simple, enjoyable and highly effective first step in managing this common condition,” said Dr Aziz.
“The Mediterranean diet was found to be not only as good as traditional dietary advice, but actually significantly better at reducing symptoms.
“The use of the Mediterranean diet as initial treatment potentially simplifies care for both patients and healthcare providers.
“These findings will inform future guidelines for the management of IBS.”