A very common and frustrating problem for many is irritable bowel (syndrome).
IBS is a diagnosis by exclusion. This means if the doctor has excluded the other causes for altered bowel habit then ones bowel is diagnosed or labelled as being irritable.
There are several triggers for this including stress, certain drinks, caffeine, spices, lack of fibre etc.
A focus on ones diet does help greatly. Simple measures including eliminating caffeine and alcohol and consuming more water improve the bowel environment. Peppermint in tea or capsule form calm the bowel.
Bananas and melon also promote healthy bowel action.
Fibre supplements and antispasmodics may be prescribed by the doctor to treat constipation and bowel cramps.
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