What is IBS?
IBS or irritable bowel syndrome is one of the world’s most common diseases.
It is estimated that around 1 in 10 people have recurring problems related to irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is an umbrella term for a larger group of diseases in the gastrointestinal tract called functional gastrointestinal disorders. It is slightly more common among women and it often affects young, active people. Although IBS is so common, very little is known about why some people are affected.
Here on All About IBS, you can read more about the most common symptoms and causes of IBS, as well as the current treatment options available. Learn more about IBS.
What are FODMAP and how do they affect IBS?
Our food gives us water, minerals, vitamins, trace elements, fats, proteins and carbohydrates, etc. We need all of these to function normally, but...
Alcohol and STOMACH: How is the stomach affected by alcohol?
Many people who want to fix their disturbed and stressed stomachs are advised to also review their alcohol consumption. The stomach and alcohol do...
Other gastrointestinal problems
In addition to IBS, gastrointestinal problems may also be caused by other diseases of the digestive tract. In many cases, these must be ruled out...
Sick leave with IBS: What is applicable?
Many people who suffer from IBS experience that the symptoms affect their everyday life negatively and sometimes to such an extent that it is...
About Diarrhoea and Disorders of a “Loose Stomach”
Diarrhoea, loose stomach, vomiting, flatulence, loose stools, or tourist stomach. Whatever you call it, diarrhea is probably something we have all...
Diet for diverticulitis: The dietitian gives advice on diet
Here is a question about diet for diverticulitis: “I have been told that I have diverticulitis and a narrowing in the lower part of the sigmoid....
Emergency Diarrhea: Help! my stomach crashes.
Question: "Hey, Lena! I often get acute diarrhea and my stomach becomes dysfunctional after almost every meal, which stresses me a lot every time I...
Diverticulitis and Diverticulosis
Do you know that we can have small pockets or bags on the inside of our intestines (diverticulosis) that can become inflamed (diverticulitis)?...
Mesentery: Do you know what it is?
Do you know that researchers at University Hospital Limerick, Ireland, have found that there is a new organ in the human body, the mesentery? This...
Exercise and IBS: Avoid stomach problems
Do exercise and IBS go together? The importance of exercise is a widely known fact and is not something new. By exercising, one can clear the mind...
