Coping with IBS

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Changes between seasons seem particularly difficult for us fibromyalgia patients.

Not just with pain, other symptoms seem to flare up including IBS.

I wanted to share a list of things I do to manage my IBS. Hope this helps.

  1. Colpermin or any brand of peppermint capsules I find useful for reducing severe bloating which can be painful!
  2. Acidophilus capsules for keeping a healthy balance of bacteria in the digestive tract which alleviates symptoms like flatulence, bloating and diarrhoea. Acidophilus is a type of friendly bacteria.
  3. Probiotics yogurt drinks for restoring friendly bacteria in the gut.
  4. Walking (mostly the only exercise I get) which helps the bloating
  5. Avoiding gas producing foods like beans and fizzy drinks

Gentle hugs:)

Comments

2 responses to “Coping with IBS”

  1. Julie avatar

    A few months ago we got a bidet (http://countingmyspoons.com/2014/06/bidet-done-cleaning-up-ibs-mess/), which is awesome for dealing with IBS if you can’t avoid it. Now, I only wish they made travel ones that I could take with us when we leave the house. I’ts one of those things where once you have one you wish they were everywhere.

    1. theinvis

      I have to admit I also think the bidget thing is weird but it’s very practical. If I had my own home I would get one, at least to try it out.x

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