Can food cause IBS?
The food that you eat is not the direct source of your IBS, but it can cause your symptoms to worsen. If you eat the wrong foods, you may find that you are experiencing more pain and discomfort so it is important for you to learn which foods trigger your symptoms. There are several common triggers. These include fatty foods, dairy products, carbonated drinks, caffeine, and alcohol. Until you know for sure what your trigger foods are then you need to try to avoid these types of food. Keeping a record of the foods you eat, along with your symptoms, will allow you to find a correlation between certain foods and your worsened symptoms. Once you have determined what foods seem to set off your symptoms then you will want to find a way to avoid them. It is a sacrifice, but the other option includes pain, discomfort, and possibly even embarrassment. Weigh the consequences of eating these foods to determine whether they are worth it or not. Some foods can help IBS. Foods that are rich in fiber
