Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the most common disorders diagnosed by gastroenterologists. Peppermint oil, specific probiotics, psyllium supplementation, first-line IBS dietary advice, and a low FODMAP diet can aid in improving IBS symptoms.
A probiotic fermented milk may help manage mild gastrointestinal discomfort in healthy female adults
2 Jan 2017by Paul Enck
A recent systematic review and meta-analysis has shown that the consumption of a probiotic fermented milk with Bifidobacterium lactis (B. lactis) CNCM I-2494 and lactic acid bacteria may improve outcomes related to mild gastrointestinal discomfort in healthy female adults.
Researchers identify intestinal microbiota profile related to severity of IBS symptoms
21 Dec 2016by Andreu Prados
A recent study, led by Prof. Magnus Simrén from the Department of Internal Medicine & Clinical Nutrition and University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-Centered Care at the University of Gothenburg in Gothenburg (Sweden), has identified a gut microbiota profile that is related to the severity of IBS symptoms.