How To Win Your War Against Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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How To Win Your War Against Irritable Bowel Syndrome

What You Should Know About Irritable Bowel Syndrome Most persons suffering from irritable bowel syndrome are embarrassed to visit the doctor for treatment. That is because anything related to bowel movement makes people squeamish. Very few people consult a doctor in this regard, as most of them prefer to search the internet in a bid to solve their problem, by consulting with other people anonymously. Searching for a cure for IBS on the Internet may be helpful in many ways, but to ensure proper treatment it is advisable to visit a doctor who can help solve the issue. The causes of irritable bowel syndrome are technically still unknown. It is considered a functional disorder as the large intestine or colon does not function as required, though there may be nothing wrong with it. The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome can be triggered due to many factors. Research has shown that stress has a big impact on the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and serves as a trigger for IBS. IBS was believed to be a psychosomatic disease in the early days. The mind influences how the syndrome affects the body. People having hyperacidity or heart burn are aware of the connection between digestion and stress. Stress causes the generation of peptic acid in the stomach, and persons under tremendous stress very often suffer from hyperacidity. Stress triggers chemical reactions in the digestive system, which cause irritable bowel syndrome. Food is another factor that contributes to the irritable bowel syndrome. Eating the wrong type of food that does not agree with your digestive system can cause an attack of IBS. Some kinds of food may be good whereas others may worsen the situation. For example, eating a fiber rich diet can help to reduce the symptoms of IBS whereas eating pasta and white bread may prove to be detrimental to the symptoms of the illness. Persons suffering from IBS can categorize food into three groups, namely, -

Foods that do not affect the symptoms of IBS.

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Foods that trigger symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome

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Foods they are unsure about.

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