Tag: IBS
What does IBS-C feel like? How Have you been experiencing bloating, cramping, or abdominal pain for the past few months? Have your bowel movements felt more […]
More of a Visual Learner? Download the How to Treat and Manage IBS-C Infographic. Canada has one of the highest incidence and prevalence rates of irritable […]
According to Gastroenterology Journal, IBS affects an estimated 18% of the population worldwide, and more women suffer from IBS than men. In a survey by the […]
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 […]
If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you know that when your symptoms flare up, they can be incapacitating. Getting ready for work in the morning […]
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 […]
What is IBS? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common chronic gastrointestinal disorder that involves problems with motility (how the bowel moves contents through our intestines) […]
Stress can negatively affect your body in many ways. This is even more true if you suffer from GI disorders such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
*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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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., […]
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 […]
*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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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). […]
