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Tag: IBS

Living Positively with IBS-M

Tags: Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS

What is IBS-M? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gut disorder that affects the lower portion of the gastrointestinal tract, which includes the small and large […]

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IBS Doesn’t Work at Work

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People who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) often struggle with debilitating symptoms that seriously affect their ability to work and maintain a productive lifestyle. The […]

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Alcohol and IBS

Tags: FODMAPs, IBS

Alcohol is a known gut irritant, as it can affect intestinal motility, intestinal absorption, and permeability. (3) Alcohol also contains FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and […]

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Celiac Disease vs IBS

Tags: Gluten-Free, IBS

What is the Difference and How Does Diet Play a Role? In Canada, it is estimated that nearly 1% of the population (or 1 in 114 […]

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My long-complicated Journey with my Gut and IBS-C

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*Important: This is personal journey story piece. This information should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your physician. There […]

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IBS, the Microbiome and a Novel Virtual Tool

Tags: IBS, Microbiome

This presentation was done at CDHF’s #TrendingNow: Putting the Biggest Gut Health Trends under the Microscope November-January 2022 by Dr. James C Gregor, Gastroenterologist Professor of Medicine […]

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My Experience with IBS-C as a Registered Dietitian

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March 17, 2022. *Important: “My Experience with IBS-C as a Registered Dietitian” is an opinion piece written by Robyn Barefoot, RD, MSc. This information should not be […]

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H. Pylori

What is the Fecal Calprotectin Test?

Tags: IBD, IBS, Tests

Fecal Calprotectin Test: A biomarker of intestinal inflammation Your stool has a story to tell – good or bad – about what’s happening in your body. […]

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TRULANCE® (plecanatide tablets) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation in Adults Is now Available to Canadians

Tags: IBS, News

TRULANCE® (plecanatide tablets) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation in Adults Is now Available to Canadians to Help Meet Treatment Gap that leaves 70 Per cent […]

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How to Manage IBS: Animation

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If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) you’re probably experiencing abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or any of these: Cramps Urgency Change in your stool form […]

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A new Bacterium on the Block: How Brachyspira may be a factor for IBS

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A new bacterium on the block: How Brachyspira may be a factor for IBS. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that the scientific community has […]

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How a Gut Infection can lead to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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How a gut infection can lead to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) you may already know that the exact cause […]

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The Latest Clinical Approaches for IBS Infographic

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We’ve highlighted some of the latest studies on the clinical approaches to the treatment and management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), including long-term benefits of cognitive […]

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Long Term Benefits of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for IBS

Tags: IBS, Mind-Gut Connection

Long term benefits of cognitive behavioural therapy for those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Did you know Canada has one of the highest rates of Irritable […]

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Does a low FODMAP diet benefit someone with Celiac Disease? Infographic

Tags: Gluten-Free, IBS

Studies have shown that a low FODMAP diet can be beneficial to those with Celiac disease who experience IBS-like symptoms (Beyond Celiac, 2018; Roncorino et al., […]

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Does a low FODMAP diet benefit someone with Celiac Disease?

Tags: FODMAPs, Gluten-Free, IBS

While many patients with Celiac disease will experience symptom improvements while following a strict gluten-free diet, a portion will continue to experience GI symptoms. This can […]

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What I Eat in a Day with Celiac Disease & IBS

Tags: Gluten-Free, IBS, Nutrition

*Disclaimer: “What I eat in a Day” with Celiac Disease and IBS was submitted by Jamie Wlodarczak, a patient with Celiac Disease and IBS. The opinions […]

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Ways to Enjoy Halloween Without sPOOking your Gut!

Tags: Allergies, Gluten-Free, IBS, Nutrition

Halloween may look a little different this year, but there are still many ways to have fun and enjoy this Spooktacular holiday! First things first, to […]

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CDHF Talks: IBS and the Gut Microbiome

Tags: CDHFTalks, IBS, Microbiome

We are very excited to announce our new #CDHFTalks with Dr. Turbide, gastroenterologist at the University of Calgary  – on a digestive condition that you may […]

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Did you know that some probiotics may help with IBS? Feature image blue background pink probiotic capsules scattered in a pattern

Did You Know That Some Probiotics May Help With IBS?

Tags: FODMAPs, IBS, Pre & Probiotics

Author: Desiree Nielsen, Registered Dietitian. About the author: Desiree Nielsen is a registered dietitian and author based in Vancouver. She runs a nutrition consulting practice and […]

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Why does IBS Affect more Women than Men?

Tags: Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS

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 […]

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Diarrhea as a symptom of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Tags: Diarrhea, IBS

Diarrhea. You know if you have THIS digestive condition. People who suffer from diarrhea experience loose, watery stools more frequently than normal and often experience a […]

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Dressing with IBS and other Digestive Health Issues

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Dressing when you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), or many other digestive health conditions, can be a tricky situation. You could be doing everything right, feeling […]

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Is my Poop Healthy/Normal?

Is my Poop Healthy/Normal?

Tags: Bloating, Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS

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 […]

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Symptoms of IBS

Patient Experiences using IBgard to Combat Symptoms of IBS

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IBgard is a CDHF Certified Product  You may have heard us talk about IBgard – a CDHF certified product that we have featured in one of our blog posts, or seen them with us […]

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FODMAP Diet

Phases of the FODMAP diet explained

Tags: FODMAPs, IBS

First things first, it’s important to remember that a FODMAP diet isn’t a lifetime diet. Once you understand your IBS trigger foods and food intolerances, you can adapt your diet […]

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Mediaplanet: Did You Know Women Are 2x More Likely to Have IBS Than Men?

Tags: IBS, Media

The occasional bloat or watery poop is nothing to worry about. But if consistent belly pain, cramps, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation are getting in the way […]

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Women and IBS

Women and IBS

Tags: IBS

Women and IBS… We all poo – GIRLS POO too. It’s a fact of life. Periods poos, had too much to drink with the girls the night before poos, […]

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Top IBS Questions: Answered!

Top IBS Questions: Answered!

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1. Q: What is IBS?  A: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder affecting the intestine. IBS involves problems with motility (movement of digested food through […]

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Understanding the FODMAP Diet

Understanding the FODMAP Diet

Tags: FODMAPs, IBS

In this handy printable resource, CDHF covers the basics of the FODMAP diet. What does FODMAP mean? FODMAPs are a group of small carbohydrate (sugar) molecules […]

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Top Tips for Tummy Health

Tags: Bloating, Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS

Keep your tummy in tip-top shape with these tips!

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IBS Survival Guide

IBS Survival Guide

Tags: FODMAPs, IBS

IBS Survival Guide If you suffer from IBS, then you already know that you have to navigate the world much differently than most people. You may […]

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Evidence Based Ways to Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Tags: FODMAPs, IBS, Pre & Probiotics

Canada has one of the highest prevalence’s of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the world – estimated at 18% vs. 11% globally (Lovell et al. 2012). […]

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Survival Guide Infographic

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Evidence Based Ways to Manage IBS Infographic

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Dysbiosis and IBS Infographic

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Think you may have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Infographic

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Diets Used for IBS

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Any person who has suffered from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can agree that their symptoms cause them a great deal of anxiety and discomfort. To combat […]

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Dysbiosis and IBS

Dysbiosis and IBS

Tags: IBS, Microbiome

Dysbiosis and IBS: A small history lesson You know it’s just another day in the wonderful world of gut health when we throw another crazy word […]

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Think you may have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Tags: IBS

Abdominal pain, bloating, cramps, constipation, diarrhea… we all experience these not-so-pleasant tummy troubles from time to time. But when these symptoms present themselves on a regular […]

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