Goals for an individual with IBS should be determined in conjunction with the client, and should be specific to the individual. Goals that are set should be time-sensitive, easily measured, and achievable by the nutrition intervention. Both short-term and long-term goals may be set. Examples of short- and long-term goals include:
- to increase the intake of fibre by adding 15-30 mL (1-2 Tbsp) of flaxseeds to the diet by the next scheduled appointment (in one month)
- to find and adjust