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Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Simple Self-Help Tips

October 2nd, 2008 by Allen James
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder that is characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits that are not related to any abnormalities associated with routine clinical testing.

Who Is At Risk For Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

September 23rd, 2008 by Hannah Evans
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition in which food passes either too quickly or too slowly through the intestines. Common symptoms include diarrhea, constipation, bloating and gassiness, and abdominal pain.

Broccoli: The Vegetable With Fiber

September 10th, 2008 by Mary Sanders
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Certain vegetables like broccoli are also very high in fiber which helps you maintain your blood sugar and keep your digestive system healthy. (1)

Cause Of IBS: Is It Stress?

August 28th, 2008 by Mary Sanders
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Stress can cause a myriad of different problems in your life and to your body. Most of the time we cannot control how much stress is put upon us, however what we can control how we deal with the stress.

IBS: Disease Or Disorder?

August 15th, 2008 by Mary Sanders
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Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a medical condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract. Roughly 20 percent of American’s are affected by IBS which is around 54 million people.

Can IBS Lead To Other Health Problems?

August 4th, 2008 by Lauren Michael
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It is estimated that between eight and twenty-three percent of the western world has Irritable Bowel Syndrome (1). It affects almost one in five Americans (2), making it one of the most widespread syndromes.

Stress & IBS: Is This The Cause?

July 22nd, 2008 by Lauren Michael
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Stress comes in many forms. Stress can be caused by a difficult marriage, a strict budget, a deadline at work, a traffic jam, health concerns, a disabled child, abuse, surprise guests, a bill, a death in the family or a stain on one’s new blouse. While these stresses all differ in scope and magnitude, they all have their affect on a person’s health and well-being.

Konjac Root For Weight Loss

July 9th, 2008 by Gloria Price
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Konjac root, from the Asian plant Amorphophallus Konjac (if you think the name is weird, check out its picture), is also known as the source of the polysaccharide glucomannan.

How Is IBS Diagnosed?

July 9th, 2008 by Lauren Michael
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a condition that keeps the large intestine from functioning properly. Most people with IBS have to deal with abdominal cramps and pain, constipation, diarrhea and bloating.

Personality May Influence Irritable Bowel Syndrome

June 26th, 2008 by Gloria Price
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While personality has not been shown to cause IBS, there certainly is a link between personality and IBS symptoms. Stress is most often identified as a trigger of IBS, as well as anxiety.

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