Health Notes

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Also indexed as:IBS, Mucous Colitis, Spastic Colon, Premenstrual IBS

The right diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.

Recommendation Potential benefits
Find the right fibre Try different fibre sources, including linseed, rye, brown rice, porridge, barley, and vegetables, to find the right balance of regularity without episodes of diarrhoea.
Avoid problem foods Try replacing dairy products and foods containing fructose and sorbitol with alternative dairy and sweetened products to see which restrictions may help reduce your symptoms.
Explore food sensitivities Work with a specialist to identify foods that aggravate your Condition.

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