Tips for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatment and Relief
There are many triggers and causes of irritable bowel syndrome. This condition, also known as IBS, can be triggered by a wide range of factors including eating and drinking habits, stress, and anxiety. Though seeking irritable bowel syndrome treatment is the best solution, identifying what triggers the condition and what to avoid can help manage it. Watch this video on triggers and tips for managing irritable bowel syndrome.
Having a regular meal pattern and eating a healthy diet is the first step in irritable bowel syndrome treatment. Taking time to sit down and chew well and avoiding late-night meals help to ease IBS symptoms. Drinking plenty of fluids also helps. Certain foods trigger IBS, and maintaining a food diary can help to identify these foods. After identifying these triggers, one should avoid them or limit their intake. Excessive alcohol, tea, and coffee can also trigger IBS.
Regular exercise can help reduce IBS symptoms. Experts recommend exercising moderately for a minimum of 150 minutes weekly. Stress and anxiety also contribute to IBS symptoms. Any person prone to IBS should avoid stressful situations. Meditation, regular physical exercise, and yoga can help to manage stress. A patient can also seek cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or counseling to help reduce stress.
