26 - FODMAPs and the Athlete's Gut with Steph Gaskell

5:15 What are FODMAPs and what are some common food sources?7:30 Polyols (sugar alcohols) as used in some artificial sweeteners13:45 sensitivity assessment steps 15:00 FODMAP restriction diets are only recommended for 2-4 weeks and the problems with DIY assessment and restriction17:30 Monash University and Steph’s work with their endurance sport nutrition lab18:45 Steph’s study on the role of high vs low FODMAP intake shortly before exercise stress24:45 high FODMAP diet increased severity, but not incidents of symptoms25:30 the effects of exercise on the gut – independent of FODMAP intake28:30 sympathetic vs parasympathetic response effect on the gut31:45 a deeper dive into the thermal effects on digestion and GI distress37:30 an athlete case study42:30 more on the Monash Nutrition and Exercise Clinic and the testing they do45:00 advice for nutrition in hot races46:15 the value of frequent, small doses of carbohydrate in racing and training 50:30 what do you do if you have these symptoms and you don’t live and Melbourne?You can find Steph at her private practice, Nutrition Strategies or connect with the rest of the Monash team on their Facebook page. Her latest paper on FODMAPs and endurance athletes can be found here.