Por Claudia Shanon

How to Tell The Difference Between IBS and Lactose Intolerance

Unlike lactose intolerance, which is triggered by eating dairy products, IBS symptoms can have many triggers, including certain types of foods or s...

IBS Fasting: Does it Work?

However, the research on fasting as a way to manage IBS is minimal. Newer studies are needed to really know whether fasting positively affects IBS....

IBS Vs. Celiac Disease: Symptom Comparison

Unlike IBS, the damage that celiac disease causes can prevent the body from absorbing important nutrients, which can cause more severe symptoms. Ju...

Should I Be Concerned About Yellow Stool with IBS?

The color of your stool generally reflects what you have eaten and how much bile is in your stool. When you have IBS you might be accustomed to cha...

Does Lettuce Worsen Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

For instance, fermentable soluble fibers, such as inulin and beta glucan, may worsen IBS symptoms. That said, this small amount of fiber is unlikel...

Is Drinking Kombucha Recommended for IBS?

Sugar is used in the fermentation of kombucha and some manufacturers add additional sugar or artificial sweeteners. The alcohol level is typically ...

Teas to Drink for Relief from IBS Symptoms

Tea and IBS. Peppermint is an herb often used to relieve digestive issues, including IBS. Drinking peppermint tea soothes the intestines, relieves ...

Why are My IBS Symptoms Worse in The Morning?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal condition that can involve the large intestine, also called the colon. This could trigger IBS ...

Is Yogurt Good for IBS? what to Look for in Yogurt Products and what to Avoid

However, one study examined the probiotic in the Activia yogurt brand and found that it failed to benefit 274 participants with IBS and constipatio...

Why Common Conditions Like Arthritis and IBS are Linked to Depression

They found that people who had three physical health conditions were nearly twice as likely to develop depression within 4 to 6 years, compared wit...

Got Bubble Guts? Try Limiting These 13 Foods that Trigger IBS

So, if you have IBS with constipation, eating foods rich in insoluble fiber may be helpful. However, everyone with IBS is different, so itâ€™s impo...

How to Exercise with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Exercise is thought to ease IBS symptoms by minimizing stress, improving bowel function, and reducing bloating. There isnâ€™t solid research on how...