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Mediterranean diet beats traditional dietary advice in IBS

Researchers say the diet could serve as a first-line dietary option for people with IBS.

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  1. The Mediterranean diet showed a 20% superior response rate compared to traditional advice in IBS patients. 

  2. 139 adults participated in the 6-week trial based on Rome IV criteria.  

  3. Improvements in IBS symptoms were significant by week 2. 

  4. Both diets improved pain, bloating, and quality of life, but the Mediterranean diet was better for abdominal pain. 

  5. Potential mechanisms involve gut microbiome regulation. 

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