Digestive issues can be pretty embarrassing and a real pain in the arse (literally). But IBS is on a whole ‘nother level with sudden flare-ups and pain in the abdominal area, coupled with constipation, diarrhea, ugh, the list goes on.
Wellness
8th of April 2021
Probiotics Can Help Relieve IBS Symptoms, Study Finds.
Research suggests these top 3 ways to help deal with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), with probiotics topping the list.
So what is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
Affecting 1 in 5 people at some point in their life, IBS is a common gastrointestinal (GI) disorder that changes how the bowel or intestines function, with abdominal pain and cramps being the hallmark symptoms. What sets IBS apart from common digestive issues is that these symptoms come and go repeatedly over time, lasting up to weeks or even months.
How do I know if I have IBS?
Since everyone’s body works differently, symptoms may also vary from one another. But the most common signs are:- Stomach cramps
- Abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Excess gas
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Food intolerances
Although the exact cause of IBS has remained yet a mystery even to researchers, some factors including diet, stress, poor sleep, and changes in the gut bacteria are found to be common triggers of IBS. With that being said, understanding these factors and taking action on it may help prevent the unpleasantness of IBS altogether.
#1 Learn What You Can And Can’t Eat
Yes, the food you eat may just be the trigger that sparks IBS! Experts have recommended taking the low-FODMAP Diet, where you cut down on all types of carbohydrates that are poorly absorbed in the small intestine:
- Fructans: Found in grains, nuts, wheat, garlic, onions, and vegetables
- Fructose: Found in fruits and honey
- GOS: Found in beans, chickpeas, and lentils
- Lactose: Found in some dairy products
- Polyols: Found in vegetables, artificial sweeteners, and stone fruits like apricots, cherries, and nectarines
Certain people may have symptoms triggered by one or two of the above, while the more unfortunate ones have problems with all five. Try to avoid these potential trigger foods above for a period of 4-8 weeks and continually monitor which are the ones that trigger your symptoms. Once you feel your condition has improved, you may slowly reintroduce these carbs (in a level you can tolerate, of course) back into your diet.
Read More: Foods That Affect Irritable Bowel Syndrome
#2 Get That Body Moving
Well, they don’t say exercise is the key to a healthier life for nothing. Research has found that low-to-moderate activities such as walking, low impact aerobics, light stretches can help alleviate symptoms of IBS. In fact, multiple studies identified yoga to be the ideal exercise for IBS patients, with results showing its effectiveness surpassing that of pharmacological treatments. Improvements were seen in both physical health (reduced abdominal pain, better bowel movement) and mental health (decreased anxiety, depression, and improved quality of life). This is because yoga helps boost Serotonin levels (happy hormones), which soothes both the gut and the brain. Read how probiotics help improve mood here.
#3 Last But Not Least, Take PROBIOTICS!
When it comes to the best supplements for digestive health, probiotics always top the list, and there’s a good reason for that. Known as the friendly bacteria, probiotics restore good bacteria in the gut and keep the bad ones in check. This creates a sturdier gut ecosystem and strengthens the gut barrier, allowing smoother bowel movement while reducing bloat and stomach sensitivities. In fact, in a study of 214 IBS patients, 78% found probiotics to be helpful in improving their symptoms, particularly for pain and bloating.
Here’s the BUT: Not all probiotics are alike when dealing with IBS
It is important to choose not only evident-based probiotics that help with IBS symptoms but also strains that are formulated to survive as most probiotics are killed by the stomach acid before even reaching the gut (where probiotics thrive).
According to the World Gastroenterology Organisation, the probiotic strains that showed the most promise are: Lactobacillus Acidophilus and Bifidobacterium Lactis. Containing the same exact probiotic strains recommended, MOIIVA™ goes beyond combining Synbiotics (probiotics+prebiotics) and Vitamin C together to deliver essential nutrients supporting a healthier tummy and immunity. Each sachet contains 5 clinically-proven multi-probiotic strains that help mitigate IBS symptoms, namely diarrhea, constipation, irregularity in bowels, bloat, and gas.
How The Synbiotics In MOIIVA™ Help:
- Facilitate smoother digestion
- Enhance gut barrier function
- Activate immune response against bad bacteria invasion
- Ease bloating and constipation
- Lower gut’s sensitivity that leads to gas buildup
- Enhance nutrient absorption
- Prevent post-antibiotic reaction
Other than having inherently better tolerance to the stomach acid, the probiotics in each sachet are also protected by the revolutionary AHC™ Technology which works to prolong its shelf-life, ensuring 6 billion probiotics are successfully delivered to the gut.
Here comes the best part *drum rolls*. It’s SUPER delicious, with an orangelicious flavor that contains absolutely no sugar, preservatives, or colouring that even picky eaters can’t stop taking!
So there you have it. You don’t have to spend the rest of your life in the bathroom - you just have to figure out what works for your body. By making smart food choices, working out, and taking necessary supplements like probiotics, you’ll feel more like you - and a lot more comfortable too.
Take control of your tummy health today and shop the digestive shield now.
References
Dale, H., Rasmussen, S., Asiller, Ö. and Lied, G., 2019. Probiotics in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: An Up-to-Date Systematic Review. Nutrients, 11(9), p.2048.
Ducrotté, P., 2012. Clinical trial:Lactobacillus plantarum299v (DSM 9843) improves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. World Journal of Gastroenterology, 18(30), p.4012.
Kavuri, V., Raghuram, N., Malamud, A. and Selvan, S., 2015. Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Yoga as Remedial Therapy. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015, pp.1-10.
Mandi, E., 2018. How Probiotics Can Help Fight IBS. [online] Healthline. Available at:
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