What is dietary fiber and how much do you need?
As a general rule, the term dietary “fiber” pertains to the non-digestible portion of plant-based carbohydrates. High-fiber foods include fruits,..
As a general rule, the term dietary “fiber” pertains to the non-digestible portion of plant-based carbohydrates. High-fiber foods include fruits,..
It’s summer and every weekend someone is hosting a BBQ. While these are often considered ‘fun’ and ‘delicious’ gatherings, when managing IBS, they can be daunting. Below are a few tips on how to..
Bloating and abdominal distention are common symptoms in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other GI disorders. The terms bloating..
The low FODMAP diet is not easy to follow, and even when you’re eating the right things, there are unassuming and hidden gut irritants that can make your IBS symptoms worse. Here’s a quick list of..
Eating too quickly, consuming excess amounts of sodium, being physically inactive, or having a gastrointestinal disease, among many other culprits, can cause a swollen-like..
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