What's the connection between diet and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS)?

    Last Updated: October 25, 2023

    People with hEDS seem to have more frequent gastrointestinal (GI) complaints including constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain (possibly due to slowed gastric emptying and abnormal colorectal transit). These symptoms seem to result in suboptimal nutrient intake, changes in nutrient utilization, and unintended weight loss. Dietary modifications, such as following a low FODMAP diet and increasing soluble fiber, have alleviated GI symptoms in other conditions and have been suggested for people with EDS.[1]

    References

    1. ^Do T, Diamond S, Green C, Warren MNutritional Implications of Patients with Dysautonomia and Hypermobility Syndromes.Curr Nutr Rep.(2021-Dec)