You may experience ovulation bloating or experience bloating during other phases of your menstrual cycle. In this article, we will discuss the reason for bloating during ovulation as well as some practical advice to help you to relieve it. What is ovulation? Ovulation is a part of your menstrual cycle. During ovulation, a mature egg…
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Do you get stomach pain after drinking? Here is why
Some people may find that they suffer from stomach pain after drinking. So is it necessary to restrict alcohol to manage symptoms? This article will discuss why you experience stomach pain after drinking, how alcohol affects your gut microbiome and tips on how to enjoy a drink with IBS. Why is there stomach pain after…
Does nicotine make you poop?
You may wonder โdoes nicotine make you poopโ. Is there a connection between them both? This article will discuss what nicotine is, how it can affect your body and your gut, and if it really makes you poop or not. Please note: This article does NOT replace medical advice. If you are looking to stop…
Yoga for IBS – Can it really help?
You may be wondering if you should be doing yoga for IBS? In this article, we will discuss what yoga is, if and how it can help with IBS and what types of yoga and poses are most beneficial. Can yoga help with IBS? Yes! It can help to reduce some of the symptoms that…
IBS and Painful Bladder Syndrome (Interstitial cystitis)
Painful bladder syndrome is challenging to cope with, especially if in combination with IBS. Studies have shown that people with both IBS and painful bladder syndrome combined have a lower quality of life than those without (1). When symptoms are present, it can affect your social life, work life, and even sleep. This article will…
How To Avoid IBS Flare Ups on Holiday
Most people will look forward to a holiday but for the IBS sufferer you will be thinking โhow do avoid IBS flare ups on holiday.โ It really isnโt fair that you have to suffer with gut problems while everyone else just relaxes and eats what they want to! You internalise your eye roll as your…
4 different ways hypnotherapy can help you combat IBS symptoms
Our gut and mind are interconnected. One burning question that IBS sufferers often have is ‘does hypnotherapy help IBS symptoms?’ Judith Ward, Clinical hypnotherapist, explains the connection between our brain and gut, allowing hypnosis to be used as a therapy for IBS. If you have IBS, you are not alone. Around 2 in every 10…
Does Exercise Improve Gut Health?
Exercise is an important part of our everyday efforts to be healthy, but should we do exercise for gut health? This blog will talk you through the importance and benefits of exercise for gut health, as well as how much exercise we should be doing. HOW MUCH EXERCISE SHOULD WE BE DOING? The general…