Going on holiday should be a relaxing and fun time. A time for adventures and new experiences. But, for those of us with IBS, the idea of going away and disrupting our routine causes anxiety and stress. There are new foods, changes in routine and general holiday stress to contend with, which can unfortunately causeContinue reading “Top Tips for Travelling with IBS”
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The Probiotic Series: An Introduction to Probiotics
Probiotics are everywhere. You’ve probably seen them in your local supermarket or had your friend go on about the supposed health benefits. This is a rapidly expanding industry, with sales of probiotics exceeding $35 billion in 2015 and set to reach $65 billion by 2024(1). However, as with all things nutrition, there is a lotContinue reading “The Probiotic Series: An Introduction to Probiotics”
Running with IBS
When I first started running, my IBS wasn’t particularly happy. As I was running my stomach would feel knotted, tight and uncomfortable. And for the rest of the day I would become more bloated than normal. Thankfully, after taking things slowly, running only once a week and building to three times over the course ofContinue reading “Running with IBS”
IBS or Colon Cancer?
While it is scary to think about, it is important to understand and know the difference between IBS and colon cancer as the symptoms can at first appear very similar. So, lets break down this scary topic, starting with …. What is colon cancer? Colon cancer is a form of cancer that develops in theContinue reading “IBS or Colon Cancer?”
The IBS Diaries 