Is IBS giving your stomach a fit? Here are some foods you might want to omit!
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is a long-term condition that affects the colon. Typical symptoms of IBS include gas, bloating, abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea and constipation. One should be careful not to confuse IBS with IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), a condition that alters bowel tissue and may increase one’s risk for developing colorectal cancer. Symptoms of IBD are similar to those of IBS, but are typically more severe.
Fortunately, a majority of individuals with IBS are able to manage their symptoms by making slight diet and lifestyle changes and minimizing their stress levels. The following is a list of foods and dietary practices that may need to be limited, or possibly omitted, when attempting to manage the symptoms of IBS:
Sources:
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