Category Archives: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

Recently, there has been a lot of press on two often misunderstood gastrointestinal diseases namely inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).  IBD, as its name suggests, is a chronic inflammation of the intestines. IBS on the other hand is a non-inflammatory condition of the bowels. Not surprisingly, the irritable bowel syndrome vs ...click here to read more

Hello Friend, My name is Emily, and by now you may have seen some of my posts on Bel Marra Health. I am here to inform you that we will now be providing you with a weekly blog posts by yours truly. These weekly posts will be a commentary on health as a whole alongside ...click here to read more

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastrointestinal disease treatment is improved with gut immune system neurons. Researchers from the University of Adelaide found that IBS patients have a defective immune system, which could explain why patients experience ongoing pain. The findings also help explain why painkillers may not be as effective in IBS patients. The study ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease-related colorectal cancer risk is raised by chronic inflammation and immunosuppressive therapy. The review was conducted by Dr. Laurent Beaugerie from Hôpital Saint-Antoine in Paris and Dr. Steven H. Itzkowitz from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. In the news release, the researchers said, “Among the chronic inflammatory diseases that often require ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and ulcerative colitis are associated with liver disease. Liver disease can be quite common in IBD, as researchers believe they share many of the same pathogens. Anything we consume passes through the liver, in a process somewhat similar to that of a processing plant. The liver helps the body break down ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ulcerative colitis, and Crohn’s disease treatment may be possible with mucus in colon. Although many of us may find mucus to be unpleasant, research has found that it may hold benefits in the treatment of IBDs by helping the body maintain its equilibrium, prevent inflammation, and reduce food allergy problems. Researchers ...click here to read more

Chronic irritable bowel syndrome is a digestive disorder but research suggests that mindful meditation techniques may ease systems. While you’re sitting reading this, take a deep breath in through your nose, hold it for a moment, and now slowly release the air through your mouth. Think about how you feel. Better yet, try it again, ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may share symptoms but are not the same. Both illnesses present symptoms of altered bowel habits along with abdominal discomfort and pain. In irritable bowel syndrome functions of the bowel become affected and in irritable bowel disease there are changes to the bowel including mucosal or ...click here to read more

Genetic data now suggests that Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis is a continuum or progression of disorders influenced by the location of inflammation in the gut. About 1.4 million Americans have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Diagnosis could be oversimplified though. This according to genetic data that shows the diseases are a complex continuum of ...click here to read more

Many people understand the importance of a getting a good night’s sleep, but recent research indicates that two inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis could relapse due to sleep disturbances. Sleep disturbances are associated with absenteeism at work, as well as an increased need for healthcare services. Research shows that it is also ...click here to read more

Traveling can be a lot of fun; it allows us to meet new and interesting people, experience different cultures, and in some cases enjoy delicious new cuisines. However, if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) traveling can be challenging. Many people with intestinal disorders avoid trains, planes, buses, and car travel out of fear they ...click here to read more

Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a digestive and intestinal disorder effecting the bowels and/or large intestines. Symptoms vary widely in patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome; however some of the most common symptoms include abdominal pain and discomfort, bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea and nausea. Approximately 20 percent of the North American population suffers with symptoms ...click here to read more