Gallbladder Removal and IBS – Is There a Link?Is there a connection between gallbladder surgery and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Researchers are studying the digestive problems some people have after gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) and whether there is a...
The Anxiety of a Restricted IBS DietNo matter which way you look at it, restrictions alter your freedom, particularly your freedom of choice. They stop you from making rapid decisions, causing you to spend extra time...
Gut Microbiota and IBSThere are trillions of microorganisms that live in our intestines. Formerly called the gut flora, these bacteria are known as the gut microbiota. Approximately one-third of the gut microbiota is...
Why Are My IBS Symptoms Worse In The Morning?Many people experience their IBS symptoms worse first thing in the morning, even after a long and restful sleep. There are a few reasons to explain why: Eating is a...
Can Nausea be a Symptom of IBS?The two most well-known symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are diarrhea and constipation. However, many people who have IBS also have the symptom of nausea. Nausea is a symptom...
8 Tips for Dealing with Abdominal PainEveryone who has IBS experiences abdominal pain, because it’s one of the diagnostic criteria for IBS. This means that the one thing that we all have in common is abdominal...
Turmeric And Your Gut: Will This Golden Spice Help Your IBS Symptoms?It is not uncommon for people living with IBS to incorporate complementary alternative therapies such as traditional Chinese medicine and herbal products as a part of their IBS treatment. Many...
Making the Low FODMAP Diet EasierThe low FODMAP diet is one of the most effective strategies available for managing IBS symptoms, but it’s also one of the most difficult dietary strategies to follow. I know...
