What Is IBS Syndrome?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (more commonly known as IBS) is a disorder of the digestive system. Basically, it’s a problem in the way your stomach digests food and how reacts to things like environment, diet & stress changes. Over 15% of the population in developed countries suffers from IBS Syndrome and a weak digestive system. One in six people suffer from chronic problems with gas, bloating, pain, diarrhea, constipation and alternating states between these problems. In fact, next to the common cold, IBS is the second most common reason for medical leave from offices around the world. Patients with an irritable bowel display high sensitivity to their diet & lifestyle. Some of them can’t handle food items like milk, wheat, spices & citrus fruits. Most people find that stress makes their stomachs a lot more sensitive (Ever experienced rumblings or diarrhea-like symptoms right before a nervous dentist visit?). IBS does not have a known medical cause. In fact, in the medical community IBS Sy