What the IBS & FODMAP Community Is Asking for in 2026: We Have The Answers 

What is the IBS and FODMAP community asking for in 2026? We have heard you, and we have the answers.

I saw an online poll that asked people who were following the low FODMAP diet what topics they would like to see covered in 2026. I was struck by the specificity of one of the needs in particular, and also by the fact that we have already covered most of the questions with evidence-based articles.

The specific question was about gels and supplements for when running long-distance. It just so happens that we have an article that addresses exactly this (see below). Not only that, but it was written by a Monash-trained Registered Dietitian, who is part of our Success Team.

As I continued to read the poll, one by one, I could see that we had articles for a great majority of the topics being questioned. Perhaps these people did not know that these evidence-based articles already existed?

So, to start 2026 off right, I thought I would do an introduction to what we do and who we are at FODMAP Everyday®, and then also provide a list of links to articles that address the topics that were of interest in that poll.

Let’s get all of you off to the best start in the New Year!

What and Who is FODMAP Everyday®?

FODMAP Everyday® is going into its ninth year as a well-recognized low FODMAP diet and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) educational resource. We work closely with both Monash University and FODMAP Friendly, and have a team of Monash-trained Registered Dietitians whom we fondly refer to as our Success Team. Not only that, but our RDs have specialties, too. We have Team members who focus on pediatrics, IBD, veganism, plant-based cooking, endurance sports, women’s health (including prenatal and maternal), and much more.

Our 1500+ low FODMAP recipes are free for all of you, and we have about 700 evidence-based articles written by our dietitians.

FODMAP Everyday® is owned by Robin Jaffin and Dédé Wilson. Dédé has IBS herself, follows the low FODMAP diet, co-authored the book, The Low FODMAP Diet Step-by-Step, with dietitian Kate Scarlata, has been a professional recipe developer for over 30 years, and has completed the Monash dietitian training herself. Both she and our website are also accredited by FODMAP Friendly as FODMAP educational resources.

Our 1500+ low FODMAP recipes are free for all of you, and we have about 700 evidence-based articles written by our dietitians.

What this means is, if you are looking for recipes, if you are looking for the best ways to navigate the low FODMAP diet, if you are looking for information about related digestive issues such as SIBO, GERD, or IBD, as examples, or if you are looking for information on how to increase fiber in your diet, stress reduction techniques that can minimize IBS symptoms, or what to do if you have an IBS attack, we have the articles for you.

We look forward to seeing you in our community. 

What You Have Asked For in 2026

And would know further ado, here is a list of articles that address many of the topics that were requested in that poll. The poll inquiries are bold, and we will follow up with links to our articles.

Questions About Gels and Supplements During Running

• How To Fuel When You Have IBS: All About Low FODMAP Sport Gels, Sport Drinks & Snacks

The Gentle Low FODMAP Diet

•  The Ins and Outs of the Low FODMAP Gentle Diet
• Low FODMAP Gentle Diet for Kids: A Simpler Guide for Childhood IBS, were both written by Monash-trained dietitians, the latter one by a pediatric specialist.

Stress & Anxiety Management

We have several articles including, 

• Understanding the Overlap Between IBS & Anxiety, Gut Directed Hypnotherapy: Promising Therapy for IBS
•  Meet Nerva: The Science Backed App For Managing IBS With Hypnotherapy
• IBS and Stress: Common Causes and Solutions among others.

Fiber

Always a hot topic, but one aspect that is often overlooked is that one fiber does not equal another. Depending on your IBS subtype, certain fibers could make your symptoms worse. Here are some articles to help you understand more.

•  IBS Subtypes: Your Specific Type of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Will Determine Treatment
• Fiber and IBS: What Youb Need to Know
• 13 Ways To Get More Fiber In Your Diet That You Might Actually Follow

Substitutions That Allow Heartier Servings

Here are just a few articles of ours. 

• No FODMAP Foods
• Foods with a Trace of FODMAPs

Questions About Being Afraid to Challenge/Reintroduce Foods

We hear this all the time. Folks feel great during Elimination and do not want to rock the boat. It is imperative to move through the three phases of the diet; these article will help.

• The Intersection of Gut Issues and Eating Disorders
• The “Low FODMAP Diet” is NOT Just About The Elimination Phase

How Are Oligosaccharides Different, In Different Foods? 

Great question. At first glance it is curious that Monash suggests four different Challenges within this FODMAP group. Here you go:

•  What Are Oligosaccharides? Learn All About the “O” in FODMAP!

Questions About Electrolytes, Prebiotics & Probiotics

We’ve got you covered! 

• How to Avoid Gastrointestinal Issues During Exercise
• Pre-Workout Nutrition and the Low FODMAP Diet
• Post-Workout Nutrition And The Low FODMAP Diet
• IBS & Probiotics: Should I Take Them?
• Our Favorite Prebiotic Low FODMAP Foods

Questions About How to Bake Low FODMAP and Have It Taste Great! 

OK, I have to toot my own horn here, folks. Prior to starting the low FODMAP diet in 2015, I had written 16 cookbooks, most of which focused on baking and desserts. I have owned a bakery. I LOVE baking, and I am very good at it. I have brought those years of knowledge to low FODMAP baking, and at FODMAP Everyday® you can find everything from One-Bowl Chocolate Chunk Cookies or Brownies, to fancy holiday Bûche de Noël, and everything in-between from Blueberry Muffins and Chocolate Cupcakes, to Puddings, Coffee Cakes, Scones, and Snack Cakes, Quick Breads and Birthday Cakes and many, many cookies! We have THE BEST buttery pie crust, and will hold your hand when making Truffles and Confections, too.

• Check out our almost 300 page book, Low FODMAP & Gluten Free Baking: Everything You Need To Know!, for $3.99
• Or peruse the HUNDREDS of baking recipes on the site; all free for you.

Ulcerative Colitis & IBD

We happen to have a Monash-trained Registered Bietitian on board who specializes in IBD, the intersection between IBD and IBS, and has provided us and you with several articles.

• IBS & IBD: What’s The Difference?
• What If I Have Both IBS & IBD?
• Can A Low FODMAP Diet Help IBD?
• COVID-19 Vaccinations: Considerations for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Adding Flavor to Low FODMAP Cooking

Ah, a subject near and dear to my heart. There is absolutely no reason why your low FODMAP cooking can’t be packed with flavor. No deprivation!

• How To Add Flavor To Low FODMAP Cooking
• Low FODMAP Garlic & Onion Substitutes

IBS, Pregnancy & PCOS

We have an entire series for women who are pregnant, dealing with pregnancy issues, IBS, breastfeeding, and PCOS as well.

• Pregnancy & IBS Series: PCOS, IVF, IBS & FODMAPs – What does it all mean?
• Pregnancy & IBS Series: Pregnancy, GI Discomforts & FODMAPs
• Pregnancy & IBS Series: Morning Sickness
• Pregnancy & IBS Series: Pregnancy & The Low FODMAP Diet
• Pregnancy & IBS Series: Breastfeeding on The Low FODMAP Diet
• Pregnancy & IBS Series: Postpartum Nutritional Needs & IBS

How To Use Our Site

We encourage you to visit our homepage and put a topic in the SEARCH bar, on the upper right. Whether you want information on dairy and the low FODMAP diet, vegetarian recipes, hormones and IBS, sleep issues and IBS, or an amazing chocolate cake recipe suitable for the Elimination Phase, we have what you are looking for.