Glossary · Medical

FODMAP diet (children)

A short-term elimination diet that removes fermentable carbohydrates (fructans, lactose, fructose, polyols) to identify GI triggers. Used in pediatric IBS under dietitian supervision; not recommended for routine long-term use in children because it can affect gut microbiome and growth. Should be approached as diagnostic, not lifestyle.

Related terms

Food allergy
Food intolerance
Lactose intolerance
Celiac disease
Iron-deficiency anemia
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)

Miriel uses this concept across food scans, meal plans, and AI Coach responses where it is relevant to a child's profile. For the underlying clinical and scientific basis, see the research page.