Constipation can slow down your entire digestive system. This delay in the movement of food from your stomach to the intestines leads to a build-up that may result in feelings of nausea or even vomiting. The discomfort and bloating caused by constipation can also contribute to a general sense of feeling unwell or nauseous. Can…
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As many as 45 million Americans deal with colon spasms every year. They’re quite common, especially if you suffer from IBS. Colon spasms, also known as spastic colon, are sudden muscle contractions in the colon that can disrupt bowel movements. Colon spasms may be your body’s way of letting you know there’s something wrong with…
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Over-the-Counter & Prescription IBS Medications Can IBS be treated with medication? Yes, several different medications can be for treating IBS. Even if more natural methods (like diet and lifestyle changes) avoid side effects and unnecessary man-made chemicals, there are over 100 IBS medications. What type of medication is used for IBS? The types of medications…
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition that impacts millions of people worldwide. Anyone who suffers from IBS has wondered how long it will last or if it will ever go away. While many people see a reduction in symptoms over time, there’s no simple answer to how long IBS will last. Here’s the…
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Many people who experience irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can avoid certain dietary triggers, such as gluten, dairy, and caffeine, to prevent IBS symptoms. Symptoms of IBS include: Conventional science says there is no cure for IBS. They may prescribe IBS medication that mask symptoms without treating the root cause. Our holistic health coaches argue that…
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Struggle with constipation? Dr. Rafatjah discusses functional constipation in children and adults, including causes, treatment plans, and long-term outlook.
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A SIBO test is a non-invasive hydrogen breath test. It’s the primary diagnostic test for small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a complex disorder of the digestive system. SIBO is linked to multiple causes, making diagnosing and treating it difficult. SIBO affects millions of people, many are unaware of the disorder. Living with the side effects…
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Bananas are generally nutritious but can have different effects on people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) depending on their ripeness and a person’s food triggers. IBS is a disorder of the gut that can cause constipation, diarrhea, or a mix of both (among other uncomfortable symptoms). In IBS-D, trigger foods (like ripe bananas) can cause…
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Irritable bowel syndrome, commonly known as IBS, is an intestinal disorder affecting 11% of the global population that can be experienced as a collection of symptoms including abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea and constipation. The first signs of IBS are abdominal pain along with changes in bowel habits. Women are more likely to have IBS…
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Low-FODMAP, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets are evidence-supported plans to relieve IBS symptoms. Plus, avoid common triggers and learn how to order out.
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