Probiotics such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Saccharomyces, found in yoghurt, kefir and other sources, are beneficial gut bacteria that are effective for IBS, acute infectious diarrhoea, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Clostridium difficile- associated diarrhea, hepatic encephalopathy, ulcerative colitis and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Wilkins T, Sequoia J. Probiotics for Gastrointestinal Conditions: A Summary of the Evidence. Am Fam […]
READ MOREIrritable Bowel Syndrome – FODMAP diet
A number of studies have found IBS may be due to carbohydrate maldigestion and intolerance. It can cause abdominal cramps and bloating. A low Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols (FODMAP) diet such as avoiding wheat, high lactose dairy, garlic, onions and certain fruit, may reduce abdominal symptoms and improve quality of life compared with […]
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