Tag: theibsdiaries
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From Stress to Sleep: Non Food Triggers of IBS
Food is a major culprit when it comes to causing IBS symptoms, but did you know it is more than just food that could cause an IBS flare-up? IBS can be triggered by many different factors and it’s a good idea to know what to look out for so you can identify what has caused…
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6 of the Best Yoga Poses for Bloating
Your jeans are tightening, your stomach is feeling painful, and you generally feel pretty uncomfortable! Bloating is not fun and can affect how we feel mentally and physically. Bloating is a pretty common condition caused by lifestyle or dietary factors. Commonly it is caused by the build of gas created by things like a…
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7 Low FODMAP & Vegan Pancake Recipes
Don’t miss out this pancake day, try these 7 amazing low FODMAP & Vegan pancakes Pancake day is officially here! And not that you ever need an excuse to make pancakes but it definitely provides a nice one for us. If this is your first year being low FODMAP or vegan, making pancakes can…
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The Best Time to Take Probiotics for Good Gut Health
If you’ve ever taken a probiotic you have probably read some conflicting advice on when to take it. ‘Take me with breakfast’ says one bottle. ‘No take me only on an empty stomach’ says another. With all the confusion it can be tough to know when you should take your probiotic. Considering probiotics can be…
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Can Probiotics Cause Constipation? A closer look
Unfortunately, yes, probiotics can cause constipation! Thankfully this isn’t a common side effect and there are effective methods to stop this from happening. Many people are hopping on the probiotic bandwagon, eating their fill of probiotic-rich foods or taking a probiotic supplement on the quest for better gut health. Taking a probiotic supplement can lead to…
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Fresh v Frozen – what should you buy?
When it comes to food shopping we want the best value for our money and fresh fruit and veg can look more appealing. There are lots of myths floating around about frozen options. Maybe you’ve been told that fresh is best and you don’t even peak into the frozen aisle. Or that frozen options have…
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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 the…