Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Conditions
Interventions
One group receives an intervention with a mobile application, which focus on personal dietary support and an informational brochure with general stress management support. The second group receives an
Sponsors
Wageningen Universiteit
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 64 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: To be eligible to participate in this study, a potential subject must meet all of the following criteria:IBS diagnosis using Rome IV-criteria; Between 18 and 65 years old;Must have already identified which foods trigger their symptoms after completing an elimination diet;In possession of a smartphone that can access the internet (Wi-Fi or internet plan);In possession of an e-mail address.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: A potential subject who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:Other gastrointestinal disorders and/or proven food allergies;No literacy in Dutch (not able to speak and read Dutch);Visually impaired;Being pregnant or in the lactation period;Participation in another human trial;Currently employed at the Division of Human Nutrition and Health;Legally incompetent;Not willing to sign the informed consent.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The main study parameters are diet quality and perceived stress levels. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The secondary objectives investigate the effect on IBS-related symptoms and the usability of the app-based interventions. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Contacts
Public ContactM. Alst
Wageningen Universiteit
Outcome results
None listed