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Recent studies seek to assess how probiotic, prebiotic, fermented foods, polyphenols and foods with resistant starch may support increased abundance and resilience of beneficial (commensal) microbes in patients with dysbiosis, though evidence to support their use remains limited to date.

A large focus in the treatment of IBS and other gastrointestinal conditions is regulation of intestinal permeability and promotion of intestinal barrier function.

Therapy for Non Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS) recommends complete elimination of gluten from the diet. A recent study by Scricciolo et al. investigated whether novel enzymes, designed to help metabolize gluten, can support reintroduction of gluten without triggering symptoms.

For patients with digestive distress, dietary changes are the cornerstone of symptom management. However, for a specific set of patients, other lifestyle changes and targeted use of supplements may also play a role in supporting optimal digestion and resolving leaky gut, inflammation, and dysbiosis.

IBS is a complex condition with diverse symptoms. A so-called trifecta of root causes is proposed as the source of most symptoms: dysbiosis, inflammation, and leaky gut. Dietary interventions, like the low FODMAP diet, may promote a healthy microbiome, reduce inflammation, and ease digestive symptoms. Supplements and digestive enzymes may also be warranted to remove pathogenic bacteria and promote intestinal repair.

It is an unfortunate reality that the majority of patients with eating disorders will experience gastrointestinal discomfort and are at greater risk for development of gastrointestinal disease.

Helping patients attain long-term success on a delicious, nutritious low FODMAP diet means supporting them as they learn the foods and portions they tolerate. Label and menu reading, determining appropriate portion sizes, communicating dietary needs to others and finding delicious low FODMAP substitutes can all be challenging.

Despite the increasing incidence of celiac disease among women, few studies have addressed the association between celiac disease in pregnancy and birth defects. A study by Nathalie Auger et al. examines the risk for complications during fetal development among mothers with celiac disease.

A new study examines the long-term effects celiac disease has on mothers’ children and highlights their increased infectious morbidity compared to children of mothers without celiac disease.