Category Archives: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

New research has found a possible link between psychological stress and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a condition that affects the large intestine and causes abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. While the cause of IBS is unknown, it’s thought to be related to changes in how the brain and gut interact. There ...click here to read more

Pregnancy is a time of great joy for many women, but it also comes with several health risks, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD is a term used for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. It can result in chronic inflammation of the gut, leading to severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. While pregnant women are ...click here to read more

Urinary tract infections are no fun – especially if you deal with them frequently. And although anyone can get one, they are particularly prevalent among women.  Data shows that up to 80 percent of women develop a urinary tract infection (UIT) at some point in their lives, while about a quarter have frequent recurrences.  It ...click here to read more

The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, can hit hard and heavy and lead to all kinds of problems. Aside from the pain and discomfort, IBS can make people fearful of leaving the house and doing things they enjoy. While the exact cause of IBS is unknown, there is research linking it to some ...click here to read more

Are you an athlete who loves to have a post-exercise cup of cocoa to help with digestive distress? While cocoa does have some benefits, new research suggests long-term daily consumption doesn’t protect you against digestive distress resulting from exercise and only has a small effect on gut microbiomes. Why do some people get sick after ...click here to read more

According to a new discovery from Weill Cornell Medicine researchers, a growth factor protein produced by immune cells in the intestine may protect against the effects of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The research published in Nature Immunology could lead to a better understanding of IBD and new strategies to treat this disease. In this study, ...click here to read more

A new study from Chalmers University of Technology and Uppsala University Sweden shows no relationship between a diet that includes gluten and increased irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms. Those with IBS tend to avoid certain foods and often cut gluten out of their diet to prevent stomach pain and diarrhea symptoms. However, this study shows ...click here to read more

The holidays can offer a serious disruption to your routine. Baked goods, chocolate, booze, and candies appear out of nowhere. Timing can also be tight, so you’re reaching for takeout and junk food to help you power through. No sane individual is going to tell somebody to avoid all of the treats that make the ...click here to read more

New research has found that a healthy diet is associated with a healthy brain during middle age. This information suggests that food choices in midlife may help reduce the risk of dementia and other degenerative brain disorders as people age. The study conducted by Deacon University’s Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition studied eating habits ...click here to read more

Research from Italy has found a possible link between depression and anxiety in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients and the vascular barrier in the brain. The study published in the journal Science describes the gut-brain axis response to inflammation and its relationship to psychiatric illness. While previous research has shown that people with inflammatory bowel ...click here to read more

The bacterial population in your gut – called the microbiome – gets a lot of attention. It’s linked with overall health, mood, digestion, inflammation, and more. And now it’s being linked with longevity. New research published in Cell Reports suggests that advancing age changes the makeup of the microbiome in the small intestine. It infers ...click here to read more

There is no cure for ulcerative colitis, a painful chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). However, a drug used to treat multiple sclerosis is proving highly effective. Ulcerative colitis is a form of IBD that causes the immune system to attack the lining in the large intestine. It creates ulcers that can lead to extreme pain ...click here to read more

Vitamin D deficiencies are associated with a host of negative health implications. Bumping up intake can help in most cases, leading to better overall health and lower risk for plenty of health conditions. Except irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. Previous research has suggested a potential link between vitamin D levels and IBS symptoms, but a ...click here to read more

Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD, is a historically Western occurrence. Although mainly a problem in the United States, as culture has gone global, it’s becoming more common across the globe. All that fast food, fat, and sugar could be promoting the proliferation of IBD. A recent study has found that eating a western diet can ...click here to read more