Irritable bowel disease is also known as irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. It is a common digestive functional problem that is characterized by abdominal pain and abnormal bowel movements. It is usually worsened by stress or anxiety. It affects people at any age.
Symptoms can be mild to severe, depending on the severity of the disease. Most people suffer only mild ones including mild abdominal pain, loss of appetite, watery stool due to diarrhea and constipation. IBS is not a serious illness like cancer. Although symptoms can be relieved through treatment, there is no cure for this digestive condition. However, there are a lot of natural ways to manage this disease.
DIET
Diet and food choices are important because it may bring on or worsen the symptoms. Fatty foods, caffeine, alcohol, spicy foods, and chocolates can trigger or worsen abdominal pain. Choosing the right foods can reduce the pain and the symptoms.
FIBER
Increased fiber intake may help or worsen the symptoms. Although it is helpful, it can aggravate the condition if you take too much fiber. Minimal amount of fiber in the diet can harden the stool that leads to constipation. On other hand, excessive fiber intake leads to diarrhea. Balanced intake of fiber is the key. Fulfill the right amount of fiber so that the symptoms won't get worse.
RICE
An intake of rice can reduce the symptoms of IBS. Just boil 1 cup of rice in to two cups of water. This will work in mild symptoms.
LEMON JUICE
Fresh lemon juice is effective in relieving constipation and diarrhea. Just squeeze the juice out, add in a glass of water, and do not add sugar. Make sure it is not too concentrated, or else it may add to the acidity of the stomach, leading to a new problem.
PEPPERMINT OIL
Peppermint oil is one of the best natural remedies of IBS. This will help reduce abdominal pain. It is used to eliminate gas or flatus in the intestines. It comes in enteric-coated capsules.
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