Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Stomach Bloating - Changes That Will Help Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Changes that will Help Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is among one of the primary reasons for visits to the doctors. It's thought that the condition may account for up to ten percent of all hospital appointments.

However while it may be an extremely common disorder, it's a subject that most prefer not to talk about. This is because the symptoms which include excess gas, stomach bloating and diarrhea, are not generally considered an appropriate topic of conversation. Plus the fact that Irritable Bowel Syndrome has long been considered a psychosomatic disease which suggests that the mind may play a principal role rather than just the body.

For some people, symptoms may be mild and manageable. However, stress and depression sometimes play a significant role in the disorder, and may cause the sufferer to experience more increased discomfort than ever.

On the positive side, Irritable Bowel Syndrome is not a precursor to more serious conditions unlike Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. IBS does not result in changes to bowel tissue nor does it cause inflammation or inflammatory disease. Neither does it contribute to the sufferer's susceptibility to colorectal cancer.

 Thus, although the symptoms may be disruptive, uncomfortable and sometimes painful, the condition itself does not require any comprehensive treatments. In fact, unlike other more serious complaints it can be helped simply by making changes to general lifestyle, food intake and stress.

Here are some ways that may help you deal with Irritable Bowel Syndrome:

If you are one of the many people who experience stress while having attacks of Irritable Bowel Syndrome you could try practicing yoga and meditation. Many people have found that correct breathing techniques are extremely beneficial in controlling stressful situations.

Deep breathing helps in the relaxation of muscles. Most adults normally breathe too shallowly and from the tops of their chests only however it should be remembered that the lungs and the diaphragm are intended to be filled with and completely released from air.

Your diaphragm is the muscle between your abdomen and chest. Once you have practiced and learned to breathe more slowly and deeply you should find that your abdominal muscles are more relaxed, which has a direct impact on easing stomach bloating and correcting bowel movement.

Regular massage to the abdominal area can also improve digestion and help to facilitate regular evacuation.
Changes in the diet can be an enormous help in suppressing the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It may take time to learn which foods are causing the most problems however careful daily monitoring of food intake will lead to a better understanding of what should be avoided to achieve a longterm solution.

As a rule of thumb, some of the worst offenders in Irritable Bowel Syndrome and stomach bloating are dark green vegetables, peppers and onions. Some people find they are sensitive to dairy products while others may react badly to bread, carbonated beverages and alcohol.

It is recommended that a food diary be kept to record everything you eat and drink to find your own personal triggers to help control your symptoms.

Elizabeth Hartley is the author and creator of The Flat Stomach Diet. This diet plan is the result of many years of research after consultation with doctors and professional nutritionists in an effort to discover the causes of painful abdominal cramps and bloating.

The findings are based on personal experience after undergoing numerous medical tests and procedures and failing to find any other alternative long term solution. Details of The Flat Stomach Diet can be found at http://www.flatstomachplan.com.

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