Have you found yourself making more trips to the bathroom than usual? Are your stools a bit more watery and loose than they should be? It sounds like you’re experiencing diarrhea. But what is it, and why are you suffering from it? Do I have diarrhea? The symptoms of diarrhea are: In cases of infection-related […]

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A recent study shows hidden gut bacteria in patients with IBS, especially those with diarrhea, offering a potential opportunity for probiotic treatment.     There is now evidence that gut bacteria disturbances may play a role in at least some people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). If you suffer from IBS, you may sometimes think that […]

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A new study determined the effects of interactive web-based or telephone-based cognitive behavioral therapy for IBS in addition to the usual care for patients. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal condition that affects up to 20% of people in the United States. The symptoms of IBS include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, excess gas, […]

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Researchers aim to develop a simple urine test for diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome, with potential use to monitor response to IBS treatment. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder of the digestive tract, characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. Diagnosis of this syndrome is complicated and requires invasive procedures like colonoscopy […]

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A review study analyzed the potential role of Vitamin D supplementation in improving symptoms and quality of life for patients with irritable bowel syndrome. The role of Vitamin D in improving musculoskeletal conditions has long been established, as this micronutrient is essential for the proper absorption of calcium and phosphate, and the secretion of parathyroid […]

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), affecting more than 11% of people worldwide, causes abdominal pain, bloating, and irregular bowel movements. A recent clinical trial in Norway investigated whether fecal transplants could restore a healthy gut microbiome and relieve irritable bowel syndrome symptoms. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes abdominal pain, bloating, and abnormal frequency and consistency of […]

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A recent study investigated how a gluten-free diet helps patients diagnosed with a form of irritable bowel syndrome called diarrhoea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (d-IBS). Irritable bowel syndrome can cause an individual to experience a number of symptoms such as diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain, cramping, and gas, all of which can occur at the same time […]

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Many strategies for treating the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) involve dietary modifications; however, these diets can be restrictive. A recent study formulated low oral nutrition supplement (ONS) beverages with low fermentable oligo-, di- and monosaccharides and polyol (FODMAP) content and assessed their effects on the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.   IBS is a GI […]

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