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. Action- and outcome-related goals, along with both short-term and long-term goals, may be set. Examples 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)
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