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Most people with IBS better gluten-free
Posted on Mon, 8 Aug 16

Most people with IBS better gluten-free

Up to 71% of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) respond well to a gluten-free diet, and those with a special genotype benefit even more.

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Sugar linked to gut bacteria overgrowth
Posted on Mon, 1 Feb 16

Sugar linked to gut bacteria overgrowth

A diet high in added sugars, refined carbohydrates and low in fiber has been linked to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a condition associated with abdominal pain and thought to play a role in the development of a diverse range of illness beyond the digestive system.

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Berberine reduces digestive symptoms
Posted on Tue, 27 Oct 15

Berberine reduces digestive symptoms

Berberine, a phytochemical found in traditional herbal medicines, has been show to relieve irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms in a new randomized controlled trial.

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FODMAP-diet and general advice both effective for IBS
Posted on Thu, 20 Aug 15

FODMAP-diet and general advice both effective for IBS

Dietary changes based on a low-FODMAP diet and more traditional recommendations were equally effective, suggesting combined advice would be best.

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Digestive health linked to heart disease, diabetes and obesity
Posted on Sun, 15 Mar 15

Digestive health linked to heart disease, diabetes and obesity

People who regularly experience digestive symptoms might be at an increased risk for diabetes, weight gain and heart disease, according to new research. And improving digestive health could be key to resolving such problems.

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Probiotics & prebiotics successful for bacterial overgrowth
Posted on Tue, 27 Jan 15

Probiotics & prebiotics successful for bacterial overgrowth

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can cause digestive problems such as chronic abdominal pain, diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) like symptoms. For the first time, a study suggests a pre and probiotic combination may help eliminate SIBO.

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