Ibs Pain
A patient with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) says that using curry powder on food has eased her IBS symptoms. Joe and Teresa Graedon of The People's Pharmacy suggest that it may be the turmeric spice ingredient in curry that is helpful. Turmeric, they say, is also used by some people to treat arthritis and psoriasis symptoms.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome is Connected to Chronic Pain
Women are twice as likely to have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Women are also more likely to develop a chronic painful condition like... Read more »
IBD vs IBS: What's the Difference?
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) have similar acronyms and sometimes even overlapping symptoms. This... Read more »
Overlaping Conditions: GERD and IBS
What happens when you treat acid reflux and you are still left with unexplained stomach or bowel issues. The “burn” is gone but what... Read more »
Anxiety and Your Health: IBS and IBD
A stomachache is a common physical symptom of stress and anxiety. Millions of people suffer from gastrointestinal problems, including... Read more »
April is IBS Awareness Month
I'm not quite sure who declared it so, but for the past few years I know that April has been IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Awareness... Read more »
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Pain sensitivity may predict IBS: study
New research suggests that people who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have greater sensitivity to pain than people who do not have the condition.... Read more »
Probiotics may ease IBS
Researchers say that probiotics may ease the pain, diarrhea, and constipation suffered by patients with irritable bowel syndrome. Scientists at... Read more »
Irregular Work Schedules Linked to IBS
According to new research at the University of Michigan Medical School, shift work increases a person's risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome... Read more »
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that causes a variety of symptoms, including abdominal pain, diarrhea... Read more »
Peppermint oil may ease IBS
According to two California doctors, peppermint oil may ease irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The menthol in peppermint oil helps calm the intestinal... Read more »
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