It is estimated that around one fifth of all Americans suffer from the irritable bowel syndrome. The main symptoms are diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain and nausea. These symptoms are not the same for all sufferers and they are not even consistent in time. You may be bothered by diarrhea or constipation for a few days, and the following days you feel all right. That is why it is difficult to establish an exact diagnosis, as the symptoms are similar to other gastro intestinal conditions and to prescribe an efficient treatment. If you are suffering from the irritable bowel syndrome, it is recommended to be careful with the foods you are eating in order to keep the stress levels on your gastro intestinal tract low.
Some people discovered that if they stop eating whole grains and rice they feel better. These foods have high amounts of fiber and they can stress the digestive tract. At first you mat not believe it, but eating grains can cause health problems. Grains are stored for a long time before processing and this leads to a high mold content. Keeping these grains in large silos, in a humid environment, can damage them, as they can develop bacteria and fungus spores.
Other people also found out that cutting back on raw fruits and vegetables can relieve their irritable bowel syndrome. Many vegetables and fruits are cultivated with the use of chemicals and if not washed properly before consumption, can contain many bacteria and germs. Most people’s bodies can cope with these bacteria and destroy them, but if your digestive tract is already irritated or there are unhealthy bacteria in your body, you can get irritable bowel syndrome-like symptoms, diarrhea and/or constipation. Many fruits contain high concentrations of acids (like the citric acid) and if you consume them on an empty stomach, you will get abdominal pains and bowel irritation.
If you prefer eating salad, add an acid containing dressing like vinegar, lemon juice or buttermilk for their properties to kill the bacteria existing on the green vegetable leaves.
It is also recommended to avoid eating fat foods, such as red meat for example. The stomach and the intestines put additional effort into digesting such foods and if your bowel is already irritate or sensitive, it can trigger the IBS symptoms. Also do not drink carbonated juices during the meal, as they increase the acidity in your stomach and may further irritate your gastro intestinal tract.
Medics recommend that you note in a diary all the foods you eat over a period of time and when the irritable bowel syndrome symptoms appear. In this way, you will know what foods you had eaten prior to the problem and avoid then in the future. Wayne Pickstone is an Irritable Bowel Treatment Expert; he personally oversees the treatment of hundreds of clients. It is not uncommon for him to be booked out months in advance for his advice and treatment at his store in Sunny Hervey Bay, Australia. Wayne would like to invite you to join his free Irritable bowel treatment Newsletter at http://www.irritable-boweltreatment.com that explains how to get rid of your symptoms fast. (A $97 Value)
