IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Nutrition
The 'Healthy' Foods That Can Make IBS Worse
Broccoli, apples, pulses… Some of the healthiest foods can trigger IBS symptoms. Here's why — and what to do about it.
Jul 6, 2026Read more →
Blog
50 articles tagged « IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) »
FilterAllBloatingDigestionElimination DietFood IntoleranceGluten & CoeliacGut-Brain AxisIBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)InflammationLactose IntoleranceLow FODMAP DietMicrobiomeNutritionProbiotics & PrebioticsGut healthStress & Gut
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Digestion
IBS or Slow Digestion: How to Tell the Difference?
Bloating, pain, unpredictable bowel habits… but is it really IBS? We explain how to tell it apart from slow digestion.
Jul 5, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Identifying Your Personal IBS Triggers in 30 Days: A Step-by-Step Protocol
Bloating, pain, unpredictable bowel habits — could 30 days be enough to understand what's really triggering your IBS?
Jul 4, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Puberty, Periods and IBS: What Every Teenage Girl Should Know About Her Gut
Bloating, cramps, unpredictable digestion — could your periods be affecting your gut? Here's what the science actually says.
Jul 3, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Female Hormones and IBS Flares: What Your Cycle Does to Your Gut
Bloating, cramps, unpredictable digestion — your hormones may be to blame. Here's how your menstrual cycle affects IBS.
Jul 2, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS: Which Healthcare Professional Should You See for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
GP, gastroenterologist, dietitian… Knowing who to turn to for IBS makes all the difference. A clear guide so you don't struggle alone.
Jul 1, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
15 Questions to Ask Your Gastroenterologist About Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Diagnosed with IBS? These 15 essential questions will help you understand your condition and take an active role in your care.
Jun 30, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Food Intolerance
IBS: How to Read Food Labels to Protect Your Gut
Bloating, pain, unpredictable digestion — learning to read food labels could transform your daily life with irritable bowel syndrome.
Jun 29, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Stress & Gut
IBS: How Irritable Bowel Syndrome Impacts Your Daily Life and Work
IBS goes far beyond stomach pain — 85% of patients report disruption to their working life. Understanding it is the first step to managing it.
Jun 28, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Inflammation
IBS vs IBD: What Are the Real Differences?
Bloating, pain, disrupted digestion — IBS and IBD share symptoms, but they're two fundamentally different conditions. Here's what you need to know.
Jun 27, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Stress & GutGut-Brain Axis
IBS, Stress and the Gut-Brain Axis: How to Break the Vicious Cycle
Stress and IBS fuel each other through the gut-brain axis. Understanding this vicious cycle is the first step towards breaking it.
Jun 26, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Food Intolerance
IBS and Hidden Food Intolerances: Why Your Symptoms Won't Go Away
Bloating, pain, unpredictable digestion — could a hidden food intolerance be the cause you've been missing all along?
Jun 25, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Gut health
How Gut Health Influences the Severity of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Dysbiosis, inflammation, gut-brain axis: discover why the state of your microbiome plays a key role in the intensity of your IBS symptoms.
Jun 24, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Microbiome
IBS and the Microbiome: What Recent Research Tells Us
Irritable bowel syndrome is closely linked to your gut microbiota. Here's what the science is revealing in 2025.
Jun 23, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Low FODMAP Diet
The Low FODMAP Diet Isn't Working for Your IBS? Here's What to Do Next
Low FODMAP hasn't settled your irritable bowel? You're not alone — and it's not the end of the road. Here's why, and what to try next.
Jun 22, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Low FODMAP Diet
The Low-FODMAP Diet: A Key Approach to Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Bloating, pain, diarrhoea: the low-FODMAP diet is now one of the most recognised nutritional strategies for managing IBS.
Jun 21, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
How to Explain Irritable Bowel Syndrome to a Child: A Compassionate Guide for Families
Unexplained tummy aches? IBS affects around 12% of children. Here's how to explain what's happening in simple, reassuring terms.
Jun 20, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Stress & Gut
IBS and Social Anxiety: How to Overcome the Fear of Not Finding a Toilet in Time
IBS and toilet anxiety form a vicious cycle. Understanding the mechanism is the first step to breaking it.
Jun 19, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
A Day in the Life of Someone with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Pain, bloating, urgent dashes to the loo — here's what a day with IBS really looks like, and what science says about each symptom.
Jun 18, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Stress & Gut
IBS and Sleep: How to Rest Better and Calm Your Gut
Poor sleep and IBS form a vicious cycle. Discover how to break the loop with a few simple, gut-friendly habits.
Jun 17, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Low FODMAP Diet
IBS and Eating Out: How to Enjoy Restaurants Without Dreading Symptoms
Bloating, pain, urgent dashes to the loo — restaurants can feel daunting with IBS. Here's how to order with confidence.
Jun 16, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Gut health
Exercise and IBS: Which Activities Help Relieve Your Symptoms?
Walking, yoga, swimming… certain types of exercise can genuinely ease IBS symptoms. Find out which ones and how to make them work for you.
Jun 15, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Stress & Gut
Dating with IBS: How to Enjoy a Night Out Without the Stress
IBS and dating can mix. Learn how to prepare for a night out without letting your gut call the shots.
Jun 14, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Stress & Gut
IBS at Work: Surviving Meetings, Open-Plan Offices and Business Travel with Irritable Bowel Syndrome
IBS making work life a struggle? Discover practical strategies for managing your symptoms in meetings, open-plan offices and on the move.
Jun 13, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Travelling with IBS: the practical guide to a stress-free trip
IBS and travel aren't mutually exclusive. Learn how to build your "gut plan" and set off with confidence.
Jun 12, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS Morning Routine: 6 Habits to Start Your Day Without Digestive Stress
Bloating before breakfast? A simple, science-backed morning routine could make all the difference for your irritable bowel syndrome.
Jun 11, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
10 Common Mistakes That Make Irritable Bowel Syndrome Worse
Could your daily habits be making your IBS symptoms worse? Discover the 10 most common mistakes to avoid.
Jun 10, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
How to Explain IBS to the People Around You (Without Wearing Yourself Out)
IBS is real, chronic and complex — not "all in your head". Here's how to explain it simply to those who don't quite get it.
Jun 9, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Digestion
IBS and Slow Transit: The Habits Worth Addressing First
Slow transit, bloating, and abdominal pain are often made worse by everyday habits. Here's how to identify and correct them.
Jun 8, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS and Nocturnal Abdominal Pain: What Should You Do?
Night-time pain isn't typical of IBS. Learn to tell the difference between an alarm signal and a benign digestive symptom.
Jun 7, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Mixed IBS: How to Stabilise the Diarrhoea/Constipation Cycle
Diarrhoea one day, constipation the next: mixed IBS is exhausting. Discover practical and dietary strategies to restore a stable gut.
Jun 6, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Digestion
IBS and Explosive Diarrhoea: What to Do in an Emergency
Sudden cramps, urgent dashes to the loo: when IBS strikes hard, every second counts. Discover proven relief strategies.
Jun 5, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)Digestion
IBS and Chronic Constipation: When Should You Actually Be Worried?
Bloating, pain, and infrequent stools: IBS-C or functional constipation? Learn the warning signs you should never ignore.
Jun 4, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Post-infectious IBS: can food poisoning trigger irritable bowel syndrome?
After food poisoning, some people develop lasting IBS. This link is real, well-documented, and better understood than ever.
Jun 3, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS in Teenagers: The Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
Stomach pain, bloating, unpredictable digestion — IBS affects teens too. Learn to spot the signs and know when to seek help.
Jun 2, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
How to Talk to Your Doctor About IBS Without Forgetting Anything
An IBS diagnosis depends on what you describe. Here's how to prepare for your appointment so every minute truly counts.
Jun 1, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS: How to Tell a Mild Case from a Severe One
Occasional discomfort or daily pain that disrupts everything? IBS affects people very differently. Learn what truly separates mild from severe forms.
May 31, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Why Are So Many People Suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome Today?
IBS affects up to 10% of the global population. We explore how the gut microbiome, stress, and diet explain why this condition is so widespread.
May 30, 2026Read more →
Stress & GutIBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Stress and IBS: how your nerves send your gut into crisis
Stress doesn't cause IBS, but it can trigger a flare at any moment. Here's why — and how to regain control.
May 29, 2026Read more →
🌿
Stress & GutIBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Burnout and Digestive Symptoms: When Stress Takes Hold in Your Gut
Exhaustion, a knotted stomach, erratic digestion — burnout leaves its mark on your gut too. Here's why, and what you can do about it.
May 28, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Food Diary and IBS: How to Identify Your Triggers Step by Step
Bloating, pain, unpredictable digestion… A well-kept food diary can transform daily life with IBS.
Mar 17, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS Trigger Foods: What to Avoid to Calm Your Gut
84% of IBS patients identify food triggers. Discover which ones to avoid first to reclaim a more comfortable daily life.
Mar 16, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Daily Strategies to Regain Control
Chronic IBS? Simple, scientifically validated habits can transform your daily life. Discover which ones make the biggest difference.
Mar 16, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Mixed IBS: Understanding the Diarrhoea-Constipation Cycle
Diarrhoea one day, constipation the next? Mixed IBS affects 20–25% of people with irritable bowel syndrome. Here's what you need to know.
Mar 15, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS-D: Understanding Diarrhoea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Urgency, cramps, and repeated bouts of diarrhoea: IBS-D affects millions. Understanding it is the first step to taking back control.
Mar 14, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS-C: Everything You Need to Know About Constipation-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Bloating, hard stools, persistent pain — IBS-C affects millions. Here's what the science actually says.
Mar 14, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
How to Diagnose IBS Accurately: Rome IV Criteria, Red Flags, and Useful Tests
IBS or something else? Learn how to reach the right diagnosis using Rome IV criteria and the warning signs you should never overlook.
Mar 13, 2026Read more →
🌿
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
IBS and Female Hormones: Why Your Menstrual Cycle Disrupts Your Gut
Bloating, cramps, unpredictable digestion — could your menstrual cycle be to blame? The link between hormones and your gut, finally explained.
Mar 13, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
A Practical Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet: How to Naturally Relieve Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Bloating, pain, unpredictable bowel habits — the Low FODMAP diet brings relief to over 70% of people with irritable bowel syndrome.
Mar 8, 2026Read more →
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Understanding IBS Symptoms and How to Recognise Them in Daily Life
Pain, bloating, unpredictable bowel habits — IBS affects 10–15% of people. Learn to recognise the signs so you can take action.
Mar 8, 2026Read more →