Specific carbohydrate diet
Specific Carbohydrate Diet
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (pronunciation: spe-cif-ic car-bo-hy-drate diet) is a dietary regimen that primarily focuses on the intake of certain types of carbohydrates and the exclusion of others.
Etymology
The term "Specific Carbohydrate Diet" was coined by Dr. Sidney Valentine Haas, who developed the diet in the early 20th century. The word "specific" refers to the diet's particular focus on certain carbohydrates, while "carbohydrate" refers to the macronutrient that is selectively consumed in this diet. "Diet" refers to the food and drink regularly consumed.
Definition
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) is a form of diet that emphasizes the consumption of certain carbohydrates, specifically monosaccharides, and excludes complex carbohydrates such as disaccharides and polysaccharides. The diet is often used as a treatment for various gastrointestinal disorders, including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and celiac disease.
Related Terms
- Monosaccharides: The simplest form of carbohydrates that are allowed in the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
- Disaccharides: A type of carbohydrate that is excluded from the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
- Polysaccharides: A complex carbohydrate that is not allowed in the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
- Gastrointestinal disorders: Medical conditions that affect the digestive system and are often treated with the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
- Crohn's disease: A type of inflammatory bowel disease that can be managed with the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
- Ulcerative colitis: A chronic, inflammatory bowel disease that is often treated with the Specific Carbohydrate Diet.
- Celiac disease: An autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. The Specific Carbohydrate Diet can be used as a treatment approach.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Specific carbohydrate diet
- Wikipedia's article - Specific carbohydrate diet
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