Tag: IBS
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an extremely common functional gut disorder. In fact, Canada has one of the highest prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the […]
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, […]
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 the […]
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). […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
As we’ve already discussed, stress is a huge trigger for people who live with IBS. Which is why we figured we would talk a little bit about […]
What is the cause of excessive flatulence and burping? This is a common problem! We all pass gas and or experience burping but for some people, […]
Testing for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Often, symptoms alone can provide doctors with the information they need to diagnose IBS. Your doctor will perform a physical […]