Table 1:
Baseline dietary intake in fructan sensitive vs. tolerant children with irritable bowel syndrome. No significant differences in dietary intake between the groups was identified. Diet record unavailable for 2 subjects.
| Nutrient* | Fructan Sensitive (n=16) | Fructan tolerant (n=20) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal/kg) | 37.3 ± 16.2 | 41.5 ± 13.3 |
| Total Fat | 1.7 ± 0.5 | 1.7 ± 0.6 |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10.1 ± 21 | 5.3 ± 1.8 |
| Total Protein | 1.4 ± 0.5 | 1.5 ± 0.4 |
| Fructose | 0.4 ± 0.3 | 0.4 ± 0.2 |
| Galactose | 0.003 ± 0.003 | 0.02 ± 0.4 |
| Glucose | 0.4 ± 0.3 | 0.4 ± 0.2 |
| Lactose | 0.2 ± 0.1 | 0.2 ± 0.1 |
| Sucrose | 0.8 ± 0.5 | 0.9 ± 0.5 |
| Starch | 2.4 ± 1.0 | 2.6 ± 0.8 |
| Added Sugars | 1.2 ± 0.7 | 1.2 ± 0.8 |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 ± 0.1 | 0.4 ± 0.2 |
| Total Polyols | 0.1 ± 0.1 | 0.1 ± 0.1 |
g/kg except where noted