How to Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is a very common disorder with recurrent abdominal pain and diarrhea alternating with constipation.

IBS may be caused by a disturbance in the muscle movement in the large intestine, triggered by anxiety, stress, or food intolerance. IBS affects more women than men.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Doctor
• Patience
• Vitamins

1. Facts
   
   *10-20% of the population suffers from IBS
   *Up to 50% of all health cases dealt with by gastroenterologist are caused by IBS

2. Symptoms of IBS
   
   *Cramp-like abdominal pain, usually after eating
   *Swelling of abdomen
   *Excessive gas
   *Headache and back pain
   *Anxiety

3. Treatments
   
   *Vitamin A is necessary to keep the intestinal tract healthy
   *Take acidophilus to encourage the growth of healthy bacteria
   *A deficiency of zinc and B6 is indicated in many cases
   *Dietary fiber helps to detoxify
   *Include plenty of fiber in diet-helps body get rid of harmful toxins

Tips & Warnings

• Always consult your Doctor for proper diagnose
• Take time to figure out what foods trigger reactions
• Remember, before undertaking any exercise program one should consult a physician. Any exercise, nutritional or therapeutic opinions stated herein are based solely on my own personal experiences. Everyone is different and I therefore always recommend that before doing any new activity, exercise program, weight loss program or nutritional program, it is best to first check with your own doctor to make sure anything I recommend is OK for you in light of your current medical condition and history. We, of course, cannot be responsible for any problems that may arise because of your particular condition.

Resources

• Fitness Blog

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