by Admin | Jun 8, 2015 | IBS
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects around 10% of the population. IBS is a functional disorder in which the bowel or the gut doesn’t work as it should. It is one of the most common condition affecting the digestive system and entails a collection of symptoms such as cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, and constipation. Identifying the factors that trigger your IBS is a key step in managing your condition. While some people say their symptoms arise when they are under stress, others are affected after a meal or when having certain foods. Women often report worsening of symptoms just prior to or during their menstrual cycle. Generally, eating small frequent meals is a good tactic if you suffer from IBS symptoms, as is making sure you have regular bowel movements if you have constipation-predominant IBS. Here are some other quick tips to improve your general well-being and overall bowel health. Quick Tips to Relieve IBS Symptoms Change your diet Food does not cause IBS, but you can ease the symptoms of IBS by changing some eating habits. Certain foods may start some IBS symptoms or make them worse, some of which are milk and milk products, caffeinated drinks like coffee, carbonated drinks (especially those containing artificial sweeteners), alcohol, some fruits and vegetables. A low FODmap diet is increasingly being advised by dietitians in the treatment of IBS. Research has shown that a diet that is low in certain carbohydrates helps alleviate symptoms in IBS patients. Essentially, these are molecules in food that are not well digested and absorbed by some people with IBS symptoms. Please note that a low FODmap...
