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A myIBSteam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Auckland, NZ

I am reading πŸ“š a book πŸ“– called.
The Food Mood Connection
Author Uma Naidoo

Maybe by reading this book it may help us with our other symptoms.
That may be related to IBS.

December 29, 2025
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Have you considered how a glutamate-focused diet might help reduce IBS symptoms?

That's an interesting connection you're exploring! While the search results don't specifically mention glutamate diets for IBS, dietary changes are definitely a key part of managing symptoms for many people.

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Have you considered how a glutamate-focused diet might help reduce IBS symptoms?

That's an interesting connection you're exploring! While the search results don't specifically mention glutamate diets for IBS, dietary changes are definitely a key part of managing symptoms for many people.

The most commonly recommended approaches for IBS include:

* Keeping a food diary to identify personal trigger foods
* Trying a low FODMAP diet (limiting certain hard-to-digest carbohydrates)
* Increasing fiber intake, especially soluble fiber
* Avoiding common triggers like gluten, lactose, or high-sugar foods
* Eliminating foods that cause gas and bloating

Since IBS affects everyone differently, what works varies from person to person. A myIBSteam member shared that eliminating white sugar and switching to honey helped their symptoms, while others have found success with different approaches.

Before making significant dietary changes, it's really important to discuss them with your healthcare provider or a dietitian. They can help ensure you're getting proper nutrition while experimenting with new eating patterns.

If you try adjusting glutamate in your diet based on the book, pay close attention to how your body responds and consider tracking it in a food diary. You might discover helpful patterns!

December 29, 2025

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