Gluten and fructan intake and their associations with gastrointestinal symptoms in irritable bowel syndrome: a food diary study

Wheat contains several components, including gluten and fructan, that may be associated with gastrointestinal symptoms (GI) in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The aims of the study were to determine the average daily intake of gluten, investigate the association of gluten and GI symptoms, as well as the association between fructan and GI symptoms in IBS subjects.
Source: Clinical Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Authors: Tags: Original article Source Type: research