Excessive flatulence can be caused byswallowing more air than usual or eating food that's difficult to digest. It can also be related to an underlying health problem affecting the digestive system, such as recurring indigestion or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Why do I suddenly have a lot o...
A 2008 study by Imperial College London found that people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have a higher than usual number of chili pepper pain receptors, which is why some people's IBS symptoms worsen after eating spicy food.6 Fatty foods might also be the culprit. Com...
As one of the most likely causes of an overactive gastrocolic reflex, IBS often needs medical treatment to help rein in the symptoms. Generally speaking, you should see a healthcare provider if you experience IBS symptoms for three or more months even if the symptoms are relatively mild. Thi...
In your body, these uncomfortable symptoms can be caused by dysbiosis (the imbalance of bacteria living in the gut) or dysmotility (suboptimal gut flow) and should be given special attention. And when dysbiosis or dysmotility are present, even the purest whole food plant-based eaters may run i...
How do I know if my stomach pain is serious? If you experience any of the following symptoms with stomach pain, see a doctor because these may be a sign of a more serious condition: Pain is severe and lasts more than an hour or comes and goes for more than 24 hours. ...
If you have IBD, you should take whatever medication you are prescribed on a regular basis. Some foods, such as carbonated drinks, alcohol, and spicy foods, have been shown to increase symptoms of IBD. If that's the case for you, then consider avoiding those triggers.1819 ...
You've probably had fiber recommended to you for IBS. I sure did. Here's the catch. Soluble fiberis special. Soluble fiber is NOT typically found in foods people think of as fiber, like bran or raw leafy greens. If you have attacks like I do when you eat a green salad (or popcorn...
“How long do cats sleep? How do I know what’s normal?” Cats have 2 sleep modes: deep sleep and dozing. When your cat is dozing, it’s usually a light sleep. Their eyes are closed, but their ears are moving in relation to any noises around them. They may open their eyes briefl...
At the Reverse-Age Method, we believe in a holistic approach to perimenopause and beyond, that addresses the root causes of your symptoms (like insomnia, hot flashes, night sweats, erratic periods, fatigue, skin aging, weight gain, and brain fog)– to also slow the pace that your cells ar...
For some people (the lucky few), consuming more fiber will do exactly what you think – increase more bulk and help pass things through the intestines quicker. But for people who already have constipation issues or IBS, fiber not only doesn’t help, itmakes things worse. I learned this fi...