This post covers common questions and facts about IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). If you have further questions then please post in the comments below. IBS Introduction Questions FAQ – IBS and Diet Lifestyle Recommendations in IBS Summary IBS is common and complicated condition which is impacted by multiple areas. If you have further questions which…
Treatments, Testing and Diagnosis
Do I have IBS? 10 quiz questions
Welcome to our ‘Do I have IBS quiz!’ Have you been suffering from digestive issues? You might wonder if you have IBS. Take our Do I have IBS quiz to help you assess if you have symptoms similar to IBS. Disclaimer: Our ‘Do I have IBS quiz’ is for general education purposes only. It is…
Rectal pain – how to resolve this using diet
Many people with rectal pain feel uncomfortable talking about their symptoms and how it affects their lives. However, it is relatively common and can have many causes. In this article we are going to explain what rectal pain is, the common causes and treatments. What is rectal pain? Rectal pain occurs when someone is experiencing…
IBS symptoms in females
IBS symptoms in females are similar to those that males experience. However, some women report specific differences in the symptoms they experience. Women are 1.5-3 times more likely to have IBS than males and women seek IBS health services twice as often as males (1, 2). This post will discuss why IBS is more prevalent…
IBS symptoms in men
IBS is common amongst both men and women, but do the symptoms of IBS in men differ? This post will discuss why some IBS symptoms may be more prevalent in men than women and why. What is IBS? The British Society of Gastroenterology classes IBS as a disorder between the gut-brain axis. This means that…
11 WAYS TO TREAT IBS NATURALLY
INTRODUCTION You might be wondering if you can treat IBS naturally. Although IBS has no known cure, there are several ways in which you can manage symptoms naturally. In this article, we will discuss 11 ways to treat IBS, including fibre supplementation, diet modification, sleep optimisation, yoga and more. WHAT ARE NATURAL REMEDIES? Natural remedies…
What is IBS-D, and how can you manage it?
You may have IBS-D if you experience mostly diarrhea as part of your IBS symptoms. This article will discuss the causes, how it is diagnosed and how to manage it. What causes IBS-D? The exact cause of IBS-D is unknown and often multifactorial. Some possible causes include (1): Food moving through your gut too rapidly….
Can I take Imodium for IBS?
You may be asking yourself, can I take Imodium for IBS? Having disruptive bowel symptoms in IBS is common. Imodium can be a useful medication to relieve your diarrhoea caused by IBS. But IBS is very individual. This post will answer some of the questions you might have about taking Imodium for IBS. This post…
What is IBSC and how can you treat it?
What is IBSC? IBSC is the type of IBS that you might have if you suffer from constipation alongside your other IBS symptoms. This post will explain further what classifies as IBS-C. It will also explore the triggers, how it is diagnosed and if probiotics can help manage your IBS-C. What are the triggers of…
The Gut Cleanse Diet
A ‘gut cleanse’ diet is a diet said to cleanse your gut of all toxins and harmful bacteria. It promises to clear your gut and free you from any irritations such as bloating, stomach pain or gas. It requires some drastic changes to the diet in order to achieve this. With gut issues and worries…