Colonic irrigation is often marketed as way to improve the immune system and clear out toxins from the system. There is currently no scientific evidence to back up any of the claims made about colonic irrigation. What is colonic irrigation? Colonic irrigation focuses on your colon, this is the part for your bowel which is…
Treatments, Testing and Diagnosis
What is Constipation and How Can You Treat It
It is likely that constipation will affect you at some point in your life. In fact, it is though to impact anywhere between 8 – 50 % of the UK’s population (1). Unfortunately, because publicly discussing your bowels is not really the norm, you may be left wondering ‘what is constipation’? And, if you suffer…
What are the Symptoms and Causes of IBS?
Maybe you’ve noticed a new symptom that comes with your IBS – back pain. As if there weren’t enough already! In this article I will explain what the symptoms of IBS are and also what the causes of IBS can be. These are two confusing topics which you will need to understand in order to…
Coronavirus and IBS – are you more at risk?
This is a worrying and anxious time for all. Many of you have been messaging me asking if your IBS will increase your risk of coronavirus and what can you do about it. With lots of inaccurate information out there, I thought I would write this blog post on the topic of IBS and coronavirus….
What is the difference between IBS and IBD?
What is the difference between IBS and IBD? Do you know? You should do! Whilst these two conditions sound similar in name, they are very different. It is good to have an understanding of the difference to make sure your condition is managed safely. In this post I will outline the difference between IBS and…
Could My IBS Be Bile Acid Malabsorption
Bile Acid Malabsorption (BAM) is a condition which is often misdiagnosed as IBS. It is thought that at least 1 in 100 people have BAM – pretty common! (1). If you have IBS which is sensitive to fat then you may BAM. In this article I will explain what BAM is and the common symptoms….
Can Hypothyroidism Cause IBS?
You may be wondering if your hypothyroidism is causing your IBS. It is only natural to feel there may be a link. Many of the symptoms of having an under active thyroid are similar to IBS. You may notice that your IBS symptoms improve as your thyroid levels are treated. In this post I am…
Is IBS Worse in Menopause?
Have you noticed that your IBS is worse during menopause? You may be wondering how does menopause affect IBS? Menopause causes many unpleasant symptoms as your body goes through a period of hormonal changes. One of these symptoms is the worsening of your digestion. In this article I will explain why and how menopause affects…
What Causes Nausea in IBS
In this article I will looking at what causes nausea in IBS and what you can do about it. You may be experiencing the feeling as though you may vomit. This feeling is known as nausea and it is not pleasant. How Does IBS Cause Nausea? Whilst you may experience nausea, it is important to…
Suffering from IBS Symptoms Immediately After Eating
Do you immediately get symptoms after eating? Frustrating isn’t it?! When you have IBS, having diarrhoea or stomach cramping after eating can be a regular occurrence. In this article I am going to cover what causes this immediate reaction to food and what you can about it. IBS and Gut Motility If you have IBS…
