"Because IBS is so heterogenous, the actual cause is unknown, though it likely could involve stress, thegut microbiota, abnormalities in the movement of the gut or changes in how the brain and the gut communicate and work together,"Andrea Hardy, RD, IBS and gut health-focused registered diet...
We still do not know what causes IBS, although a number of factors are thought to play a role. These includes: Gut sensitivity People with IBS may have a more sensitive gut - this is sometimes called‘visceral sensitivity’ Altered gut motility ...
Not knowing when it may strike causes psychological impact leading to stress in itself. For those with severe symptoms it can be a debilitating condition and impact quality of life. Below I’ll discuss current thinking around what is IBS, its causes and symptoms, and treatments available. How ...
What causes IBS? IBS doesn’t seem to have a single cause. Instead, there are many reasons why someone might develop the condition. The exact cause is unknown, but it's been linked to things like food passing through your gut too quickly or too slowly, oversensitive nerves in your gut,...
The difference between occasional digestive issues and IBS is that, with IBS, discomfort and bowel troubles are common and go on for months. What Causes IBS-M? Doctors don’t really know what causes the condition. It may happen for a number of reasons, which could be different from person...
IBS is a condition that prevents food from moving through your intestines normally. The food may move through too slowly or too quickly. This causes abdominal pain, bloating, increased gas, constipation, or diarrhea.What causes IBS?The cause of IBS is not known. Any of the following may ...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Symptoms of painful cramps in your pelvic and lower abdominal area, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and other symptoms that may occur off and on over time are often caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a chronic functional disease with recurrent sympt...
What causes Fibromyalgia? The exact cause of fibromyalgia is not yet fully understood, but there are several factors that may contribute to its development. Some researchers believe that fibromyalgia may be related to abnormalities in the way the brain and spinal cord process pain signals, resulting...
What causes butyric acid deficiency? You are more likely to have low levels of butyric acid if: i. You eat too much-processed food While butyrate production is increased with certain foods high in prebiotic fibers, processed foods have their fiber, among other nutrients, destroyed. So you have...
What exactly is SIBO—and what causes it? SIBO happens when there’s an unusual increase in the overall population of bacteria in your small intestine, especially in types of bacteria that aren’t normally found in that area of your GI tract, according to the Mayo Clinic. SIBO usually hap...