"A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament."Oscar Wilde
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Creatine: More than a sports nutrition supplement
Copyright 2005 Internet PublicationsAlthough creatine offers an array of benefits, most people think of it simply as a supplement that bodybuilders and other athletes use to gain strength and muscle mass. Nothing could be further from the truth.A ...
Food Supplements and Glyconutritionals?
Why Do We Need Food Supplements and Glyconutritionals?Food is one of our most basic needs. However, in ourmodern society fresh food is a thing of the past. Theso called fresh fruits and vegetables we buy today havelittle nutritional value because they are ...
Tips on Nutrition (Proper Nourishment for Your Body)
It is a must for all of us to be conscious of the proper nourishment that our body needs. While all of us are aware that it is important to have an intake of three complete meals per day, with at least snacks in between, many, though, are not very ...
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Indigestion, bloating, abdominal pain, intermittent constipation or diarrhoea, urgent need to defecate, loose or watery or hard or lumpy stools, feeling of incomplete bowel movement, abdominal fullness, wind, abdominal soreness, fatigue, backache, passing mucus during defecation and abdominal swelling are all symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the gut, it is believe that up to 15% of the population suffer from it once during there lifetime. The exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is unknown, although food sensitivities and allergies, stress, bowel infection, bowel inflammation and sensitive bowel muscles could all be contributing factors that trigger irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms off. Other inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are not thought to be related to Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Food containing caffeine, fructose, or sorbitol, diary products, spices, wheat, alcohol and beans are best avoided or limited in the diet as these are thought to be triggering foods. Sometimes fibre can trigger off irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms, it is best to try and experiment with fibre consumption, keeping to non-gluten grains such as corn, millet, rice and quinoa. In cases with severe constipation or diarrhoea taking fibre in the form of psyllium husks is extremely effective for relieving these symptoms. Peppermint and caraway oils are good for relieving wind and intestinal cramp whilst soothing the bowel wall. Taking probiotic supplements containing lactobacilli the friendly healthy bacteria has been known to improve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), other supplement that have shown to improve irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms are cynara artichoke and aloe vera juice.
Stress has been linked to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS); reducing stress will help with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms.
If you are suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms, it is always wise to consult your doctor. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has similar symptoms to more serious bowel problems which may need medical treatment.
The following supplements may help if you are suffering from IBS.
Multivitamins and multiminerals Antioxant complex Vitamin C L-glutamine powder GLA Probiotics Cynara artichoke Brewser yeast Aloe Vera juice Psyllium
About the author:
Stewart Hare C.H.Ed Dip NutTh
Advice for a healthier natural life
website: http://www.newbeingnutrition.com
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