IBS

For some people, IBS symptoms cause daily frustration. Could probiotics help? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common long-term condition affecting the digestive system. There's no known cure. But through careful diet and lifestyle choices, it’s often possible to control IBS symptoms. One way to do this is to try adding probiotics to your diet. Some research suggests an increase in healthy bacteria may help to reduce stomach bloating, cramping and...

There's no known cure for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). But through careful diet choices, it’s often possible to control your symptoms. Here are a few dos and don’ts when it comes to what to eat with IBS. About two in 10 people in the UK have IBS....

Avoiding high FODMAP foods is the cornerstone of some of the most common IBS diets. But such restricted eating isn’t for everyone. Food is one common trigger for digestive conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In many cases, high FODMAP foods are to blame....

Living with this distressing digestive complaint can be difficult. Find out what causes IBS, common symptoms and how to manage it Written by Cheryl Freedman on March 7, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Rob Hicks on March 14, 2019 Ever experience stomach pain and bloating? If...

It leaves one in five people in the UK on the lookout for the nearest toilet, but what exactly is IBS? We took a closer look at this increasingly common condition and how it affects the digestive system. What is IBS and who does it...