Dietary Therapy for Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction.

Disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI) in pediatrics such as irritable bowel syndrome, functional abdominal pain, and functional dyspepsia pose a challenging set of syndromes that limit patient quality of life and may impair optimal nutritional intake. Nutrition plays a key role in management of DGBI by promoting gut motility and modulating visceral sensations. Therapeutic diets can be safely implemented toward the treatment of pediatric DGBI, but it is essential that providers understand the roles and limitations of various diets and assess for restrictive patterns of eating.