Tag: Constipation
So, you’ve read our article on IBS in women, but why does IBS affect more women than men? Canada has one of the highest prevalence rates […]
Ever looked in the toilet and wondered, hmmm, is my poop healthy/normal? Everybody poops, but nobody likes to talk about it! We get it, poop is […]
Below are some FAQ’s on constipation: How often should I have a bowel movement? It is important to realize that the frequency of bowel movements varies […]
Signs and symptoms of constipation When you are constipated, you have to strain to defecate and you typically pass small, hard stools. You may also have […]
Constipation can usually be prevented or treated successfully. It is best to start with simple strategies and move on to stronger measures when necessary. Although most […]
Managing Constipation Even if you can’t prevent all constipation, you may be able to reduce its frequency or severity by eating enough fibre, drinking enough fluids, […]
Constipation means infrequent or difficult bowel movements. It often occurs when digested food moves too slowly through the digestive tract. As a result, the body removes […]
What is IBS-M? IBS-M (the M stands for ‘mixed’) is when a person with IBS suffers from alternating diarrhea and constipation. Nearly everyone has suffered from […]
What is IBS? IBS is a common chronic gastrointestinal disorder that involves problems with motility (how the bowel moves contents through our intestines) and sensitivity (how […]
Include foods rich in fibre: For optimal general health and function of the colon, you should aim to consume about 20 to 30 grams of […]
