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IBS Enemies
One of the first places to start, when attempting to overcome IBS is obviously diet. Most sufferers are aware of certain foods which act as a trigger and as a result you may opt to avoid those foods. This blog is for those who suffer, control issues through rapid movements, the advice is not intended for those who suffer constipation. There are many factors which effect IBS and below we briefly tackle some of those issues. For more detailed information please visit:
Foods
There are many foods which can set off IBS. It is generally quite simple to discover which ones bring on the symptoms, rapid bloating and discomfort usually offer a clear signal. Highest on the list for most sufferers is acidic fruit such as oranges and grapefruit. As wonderfully nutritious as they are, for most IBS sufferers they are quite unpleasant. Sadly most fruit falls into this category.
High fibre foods can also pass through the system rapidly. This can be a contentious issue as fibre is a vital part of a healthy diet. This is an area which requires testing for you personally, however you may find yourself more comfortable reducing your fibre intake. Fibre is vital where there is a lack of frequency, however common sense dictates that some people are at the other end of the scale.
Spicy foods will generally prove to be problematic. Again this is an issue that most sufferers acknowledge early on and the tendency is to avoid chilli's and peppers. If you do find yourself on a restricted diet is is recommended that you do look at supplements to ensure that you receive sufficient nutrition.
Contentious Foods
Wheat and dairy foods may be very difficult for some to digest and worth removing from your diet to see if you have improvements. Gluten in particular is very hard/impossible for some to digest and can lead to osmotic diarrhea. At the very least bread products contain yeast which often ferments and causes uncomfortable bloating.
Dairy is often linked to feeling gassy and it is worth trying a period without it too. You may find that there is no difference, however foods which are hard to digest place a great deal of strain on the digestive system and it is worth trialling life without them.
Dubious drinks
There are three beverages which sadly ask for trouble. Alcoholic beverages, caffeinated beverages or sugar/fruity/fizzy beverages. Alcohol and caffeine are perhaps the worst and most likely to bring about rapid movements. Excessive consumption can also lead to coilitus like symptoms. If you have serious IBS and you wish to control your symptoms then sadly a great deal of self discipline is required. If you can at the very least minimise your intake that will be a great step.
Lifestyle
Very few of us are luck enough to live without stress. The way the world is today, very few people will not be blighted by stress. Dealing with it is easier said than done, but if you wish to tackle your IBS, it must be acknowledged. Many people have IBS bought on by stress, which can be a slow creeping disorder and terribly hard to treat.
This is such a complex and lengthy topic that we do not feel able to do it justice in this blog, so please follow the link if you feel that stress is affecting you.
Medication
Many IBS sufferers who have the condition later in life, may find that the cause has been medication. From anti-biotics to anti-inflammatory drugs and aspirin many medicines have a severe impact on the digestive system. Always consult a Doctor or pharmacist before taking a course of medicine. If unsure then do check online.
Summary
We have just touched upon some of the basics in regards to the enemies of IBS. Each of us will have different triggers however we hope that those above will give you a place to start. For more detailed information and resources please go to:
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