IBS and Your Own Detective Work

Daily I see clients with a diagnosis from their doctors of IBS.  What I mostly have come to know is that once my clients have a diagnosis they are not clear on just what to do next. This is what I would suggest: Consulting a Holistic Nutritionist or a Naturopath would go a long way to easing your discomfort.  Colonics is a wonderful way to keep the colon clean and free of build up.  One thing you really need to get your head wrapped around, is it’s your own efforts of being a detective and detecting what works for you. I hope this list below is helpful and acts as a spring board to your road to healing your gut issues.

Smile; remember it’s all about Poo!!

Some foods and drinks make IBS worse.
Foods and drinks that may cause or worsen symptoms include

• fatty foods, like French fries
• milk products, like cheese or ice cream
• chocolate
• alcohol
• caffeinated drinks, like coffee and some sodas
• carbonated drinks, like soda

Points to Remember

• IBS means your bowel doesn’t work the right way.
• IBS can cause cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation.
• IBS doesn’t damage the bowel or lead to other health problems.
• The doctor will diagnose IBS based on your symptoms. You may need to have medical tests to rule out other health problems.
• Stress doesn’t cause IBS, but it can make your symptoms worse.
• The solution rests with you and your interest in noticing what works for you.
• Fatty foods, milk products, chocolate, alcohol, and caffeinated and carbonated drinks can trigger symptoms.
• Probiotics will help to repopulate the colon with good bacteria
• Eating foods with fiber and eating small meals throughout the day may reduce symptoms.
• Treatment for IBS may include herbs or homeopathies, stress relief, and changes in eating habits.