Fructose intolerant? That's strange. So does that rule out fruit?

All sugar causes inflammation with refined sugar being the worst by far. But in your case at least there was a silver lining. Can you eat any fruit?

Hi @gypsyb. Is this your first visit with us at Mayo Connect? I hope you'll add your experiences to the discussions so that we can all benefit from the process you're going through in dealing with your digestive issues. I'm in the midst of a month-long endurance of digestive problems, and bloating is one of them. My research gave me a number of possibilities for a cause, and fructose intolerance was on the list along with lactose intolerance and changes in digestive juices generated by my liver and pancreas. My primary care physician agreed that these should be investigated with lab tests as well as CT Scan for video of liver and pancreas functions. The latter just came in this morning, and my CPC will be in touch early in the week about prospects. An interesting difference from you, my problems have resulted in the loss of 10 pounds this year. I hope to have some info on why soon. Martin

Hello @gypsyb,

I appreciate you reporting your relief of symptoms as a result of the FODMAP eating plan. You must feel so much better!

For anyone interested in the FODMAP eating plan, here is a link to a Connect discussion on that topic,
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/fodmap-eating-plan/
Also, here is a link to one website that explains what are high fodmap foods (to be avoided) as well as low fodmap foods (can be eaten).
https://www.gastroconsa.com/patient-education/irritable-bowel-syndrome/low-fodmap-diet/