When I ask my Take Control members, which IBS symptom do you hate the most, it is always bloating. But, what causes IBS bloating? Is there 1 cause or several causes of IBS bloating? In this article, I discuss the most common causes so that you can start to understand and then Take Control of…
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Does Activated Charcoal Help IBS Symptoms?
Activated charcoal has many claims behind it, including its ability to ‘detoxify’ your gut and help with excess wind and bloating. This article will look at the science behind these claims to provide you with unbiased dietitian advice on whether you should be taking the supplement. What is Activated Charcoal? Activated charcoal comes from charcoal…
5 Ways To Help Your Digestive Health During Ramadan
Ramadan is a period of fasting that is observed by muslims all over the world. Whilst this fasting period is an extremely important period in the Muslim faith, we know from science that irregular meals can cause digestive symptoms to flare up. This article outlines 5 ways in which you can help your digestive health this…
The 12 Days Of Christmas IBS
On the first day of Christmas my IBS gave to me – Bloating all day This IBS flare up was caused by all the stress of the Christmas period. Try to take at least 20 minutes out each day to relax with a good book or go for a walk. Click here for some more…
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a common condition which causes a range of digestive symptoms. SIBO is difficult to diagnose so we don’t know exactly how common it is. It is also thought that many people do not report the symptoms to their doctor and even if they do – the symptoms are similar to…