Could a special diet help IBS patients with flexible joints?
NCT ID NCT03460613
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at nearly 500 people with stomach and bowel problems to see if a low-FODMAP diet helps reduce symptoms. Researchers also checked for joint hypermobility (very flexible joints) and how the gut microbiome might be linked. The goal is to better understand who benefits most from dietary changes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
FODMAP diet
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify which IBS patients benefit most from a low-FODMAP diet, leading to more personalized dietary advice.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with a dietary intervention, not a controlled trial. Results may not apply to all IBS patients, and dietary changes can be hard to maintain.
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UniversitätsSpital
Zurich, 8091, Switzerland