Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) November 28, 2006

Imagine having to plan your every day centered on where the closest bathroom is. Hardly anyone talks about it…it’s embarrassing and often painful and when symptoms are frequent and severe, it can take away a person’s freedom and dignity. It’s something that affects more than 25 million Americans who suffer with the condition day-after-day and 70% of all sufferers are women. Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a functional disorder, which means that the bowel doesn’t work as it should, causing abdominal pain, bloating, cramps and more. It has even been referred to as the “disease of exclusion” because doctors often diagnose IBS only after they’ve ruled out a gamut of other gastro-intestinal conditions or disorders.

“Living with IBS doesn’t have to be debilitating,” says Andrew Lefkowitz, president of Ganeden Biotech, the makers of Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome, the only over-the-counter, once-a-day therapy specifically designed to relieve painful IBS symptoms, and now available in sugar-free chewable tablets.

Dr. Robert Yatto, a gastroenterologist in the Knoxville, Tennessee area says that while there is no cure for IBS, there are several treatment options:

    Maintain a healthy diet and avoid overeating. Certain foods such as milk/dairy products, chocolate, carbonated drinks, alcohol, caffeine and fatty foods can possibly intensify problems, so it’s wise for people to monitor how susceptible they are to certain foods in their diet and which cause them more pain and discomfort.

    Exercise regularly. Start out by walking. It’s good for both your body and your mind.

    Always seek advice from a knowledgeable physician.

    Try a once-daily supplement such as Digestive Advantage™ Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Dr. Yatto also says that for many years stress was thought to be a direct cause of IBS. Today, however, it is believed that stress is not a cause, rather a factor that can trigger IBS symptoms in some people.

“We hear from people all of the time who tell us that they just want their freedom to enjoy life and that’s why we often refer to Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome as our freedom pill,” says Lefkowitz. “It’s an effective treatment option that not only helps to normalize the digestive system and reduce IBS symptoms – it also helps people get their life back.”

Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome contains a powerful, patented strain of healthy bacteria, also known as Ganeden Lactobacillus™ cultures, which are known to alleviate the discomfort associated with digestive disorders such as IBS. Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome is available at major retailers and better pharmacies nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.oncedailyrelief.com or call (800) 456.0276.

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS is more prevalent than we think. The primary symptom of IBS is abdominal pain and cramp after eating – resulting in diarrhea, constipation, gas or bloating. Some may find mucous in the feces. These symptoms usually persist for at least 90 days before an IBS diagnosis is considered. Most people only have mild symptoms, and fortunately, a proper diet can usually minimize symptoms.

Causes

Doctors are not sure what causes IBS. The nerves and muscles in the bowel appear to be extra sensitive in people with IBS. Muscles may contract too much when you eat. These contractions can cause cramping and diarrhea during or shortly after a meal. Or the nerves may react when the bowel stretches, causing cramping or pain.

Symptoms

Abdominal pain, bloating, and discomfort are the main symptoms of IBS. However, symptoms can vary from person to person. Some people have constipation, which means hard, difficult-to-pass, or infrequent bowel movements. Often these people report straining and cramping when trying to have a bowel movement but cannot eliminate any stool, or they are able to eliminate only a small amount. If they are able to have a bowel movement, there may be mucus in it, which is a fluid that moistens and protect passages in the digestive system. Some people with IBS experience diarrhea, which is frequent, loose, watery, stools.

Peppermint Oil

Peppermint oil is widely used for irritable bowel syndrome. It is thought to reduce the abdominal pain and bloating of irritable bowel syndrome, possibly by blocking the movement of calcium into muscle cells in the intestines and easing excessive muscle contraction there. Peppermint is considered a carminative herb, which means that it is used to eliminate excess gas in the intestines.

Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum

Partially hydrolyzed guar gum (PHGG) is a water soluble, non-gelling fiber that may help to reduce constipation and to a lesser extent diarrhea and abdominal pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome. PHGG also appears to increase the amount of beneficial bacteria, lactobacilli and bifidobacteria in the intestines.

Diet

Dietary fiber may lessen IBS symptoms in many cases. Whole grain breads and cereals, beans, fruits, and vegetables are good sources of fiber. Consult your doctor before using an over-the-counter fiber supplement. High-fiber diets keep the colon mildly distended, which may help to prevent spasms from developing. Some forms of fiber also keep water in the stools, thereby preventing hard stools that are difficult to pass.

Limit or eliminate foods that may make diarrhea worse, including caffeine, alcohol, fatty foods, gas-producing foods (such as beans, cabbage, and broccoli), and the artificial sweeteners sorbitol and xylitol (often used in sugarless gum and sugarless candy).

To reduce constipation, add fiber to your diet, drink plenty of water, and get regular exercise. Keep a daily diary of what you eat and whether you experience symptoms after eating.

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Cape Coral, FL (PRWEB) November 1, 2005

What do Tyra Banks, Camille Grammer and Cybil Sheppard all have in common? They all suffer from irritable bowel syndrome – along with a reported 20% of the rest of the population.

The disorder can be debilitating, depressing and down right embarrassing.

IBSDiva.net offers visitors a clearinghouse of useful information on all aspects of irritable bowel syndrome. The editors of IBSDiva.net have combed the Internet for just the right Web sites, gathered them in one location and categorized them based on a series of issue related to the functional disorder.

“Yes I have irritable bowel syndrome, but I’m still fabulous,” boasts the IBS Diva, an animated character on the Web site, guiding visitors through the online experience that is http://www.IBSDiva.net.

The IBS Diva’s motto is, “Having irritable bowel syndrome doesn’t have to be a death sentence. There are ways not only to cope but to thrive and live a happy, healthy life.”

The IBS Diva offers visitors three simple pieces of advice for coping with irritable bowel syndrome.

1. You’re still fabulous, honey. Act like it. Change your mindset about this functional disorder. You’re not an outcast. You’re a tough, no-nonsense leader. Believe it.

2. Don’t stress – just rest. Just like the IBS Diva, you need your beauty sleep. Make sure you get at least eight hours per night. Let your body rejuvenate and heal during the night. Then you can wake up fabulous like the IBS Diva.

3. Keep searching. Even the IBS Diva searches for solutions for irritable bowel syndrome. Let’s face it. Having this disorder is no walk in the park. But there are ways to cope and live a happy, healthy life.

For the rest of the Diva’s no-nonsense advice on living with IBS, visit: http://www.ibsdiva.net. And remember, the IBS Diva says, “Stay fabulous, baby!”

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How to Determine If You Need IBS Treatment

Many adults experience an occasional bout of constipation or diarrhea, even when they are doing all they can to keep their digestive systems healthy. The reason for these conditions can range from dehydration, poor diet, and lack of exercise, to food poisoning and travel. However, if you’re experiencing these symptoms for more than a week at a time, it might be because you need IBS treatment. Regular pain, bloating, gas, abdominal cramps, diarrhea or constipation is a sign that you might need to explore natural IBS treatment before things get much worse.

Making Choices about Constipation IBS Treatment

No one likes to admit to their spouse or friends that they are having trouble moving their bowels on a daily basis, but failing to move waste out of the body is an important indication that a serious problem has taken root in your gut. Constipation is the term given to stool that loses too much moisture as it moves through the body, and is one of the most common signs that IBS treatment is needed. There are several different options available for constipation IBS treatment including:

- methylcellulose
- psyllium
- increased hydration

If you’ve already tried these constipation treatment methods, and found that they just didn’t do enough for your symptoms, it might be time to try a more active natural IBS treatment.

Other Signs You May Need IBS Treatment

Although frequent constipation is one of the most common signs that you are in need of IBS treatment, there are other symptoms that can work together to make your life difficult. Many patients seeking natural IBS treatment complain that they have excessive gas or bloating, painful abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea. If you tell your doctor about these symptoms, it’s likely that he or she will prescribe one of the following conventional IBS treatment options:

- Anti-diarrheal medications
- Avoiding foods like cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower that are known to induce flatulence
- Anticholinergic medications to control bowel spasms
- Antidepressant medications to calm the neurons that dictate intestinal activity

Natural IBS Treatment Using Probiotics

The only problem with the natural and pharmaceutical IBS treatment options discussed above is that they often only work to suppress the symptoms of IBS, and don’t really address the root causes. If you want to restore your digestive system to better health than before, the natural IBS treatment that you need to explore is the power of probiotic supplement like Nutraelle DigestiveCare.

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Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) April 14, 2010

It’s estimated that 11-14% of the US population suffers from the abdominal discomfort and altered bowel habits of the puzzling functional disorder named IBS. It has been linked to psychological stress, previous gastroenteritis from infection (usually food borne), small intestinal bowel overgrowth and food sensitivities. Regardless of the predominant symptoms, 92% of patients share bloating as a commonality. Many patients find that their problems stem from a specific incident, such as a vacation during which they experienced severe GI issues that were addressed with a few rounds of different antibiotics. Often, the symptoms become chronic and worsen with stress and/or with certain foods.

Most IBS patients have baffled a wide assortment of physicians in their quest to find relief from IBS. Treatment ranges from psychological counseling, dietary changes, tranquilizers and antidepressants, antispasmodics and even hypnosis. Most patients are so thankful that the drugs can mask symptoms long enough to enable them to work or have a semblance of a social life that they have given up on a permanent “cure,” but Dr. David Blyweiss offers hope through improve nutrition and targeted supplementation.

According to Functional Medicine Specialist, http://www.smacboca.com/functional_medicine.htmlhttp://www.smacboca.com/What-is-functional-medicine.htmlhttp://www.smacboca.com/our_doctors.html Dr. David Blyweiss of Boca Raton’s Sanctuary Medical practice, “Many IBS suffers suffer with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and minimal levels of gut Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria. Foods that contribute to IBS can be identified through specific IgG antibodies. Most sufferers also have nutritional imbalances, digestive enyzme deficiencies, and increased intestinal permeability (Leaky Gut). After antifungal therapy removes the yeast, I replace the missing digestive enzymes. I then reinoculate the patient with the needed prebiotics & probiotics to increase beneficial gut bacteria; the bacteria that makes B vitamins and supports your immune system.” The final phases of healing involve repairing the intestinal lining with glutamine and other medical food shakes and rebalancing the patient’s life between the stresses of work, family and self care.

Dr.Blyweiss has found this regimen to work extremely well for IBS patients. “Once our patients understand what to avoid in order to stay healthy, they fall off the wagon only rarely. Most of them are taking no medications. Although they miss the pizza, ice cream and other refined carbohydrates they were found to be sensitive to, none of them miss the downstream effects of eating them!

About Dr. David Blyweiss

Dr. David Blyweiss finds and corrects the underlying causes of chronic medical issues with science-based functional medicine matrix as a foundation. He develops a personalized protocol for each patient based on his or her specific needs. Dr. Blyweiss is a member of Sanctuary Medical, a department of Sanctuary Medical Aesthetic Center, Dr. Jason Pozner and Dr. David Goldberg’s South Florida commitment to revolutionary wellness and rejuvenation, where a physician-led team of specialists treats virtually every area of the body with the latest in science-based beauty and age management techniques.

For More Information on Functional Medicine at Sanctuary Medical Aesthetic Center: http://www.smacboca.com

For more information, press only: Kimberly Mrachek, 561-367-9101, Kimberly(at)smacboca(dot)com

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