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I suffered intensely when I was about to graduate university, all the stress made my intestines crazy but once the stress was gone... the intestines stayed irritated though it wasn't as intense. I did IgG, celiac, allergies, sugar intelorance and everything tests! Only to be diagnosed with IBS because everything came back negative and that I was as healthy as can be!
So Ladies, if you have IBS like me here is what you need to do: examine which foods and behaviors trigger your IBS and stock up on grapefruit seed extract. I realized caffeine was killer for me so I stopped coffee and I felt so much better. But after a while it started to be the same again... so I stopped chocolate (it has caffeine) and alcohol completely. I had no more stomach pains for no reason! I used to feel the food being digested because it was painful.
I started a cure of grapefruit seed extract (a few drops each day in a glass of water or juice) and wow, it was like I never had IBS!
I personally think IBS is a recurrent inbalance of intestinal flora and hyper sensitivity to certain irritants (caffeine, alcohol..). The bacteria in there goes kinda crazy so by taking grapefruit seed extract which is a gentle broad spectrum antibiotic and anti-fungus, you should feel better! I personally take 5-7drops a day for 2-4 weeks and then I'm all good for a few months if I stay away from chocolate, coffee and alcohol.
I think its great to know that I am not the only one who is suffering from the horrible discomfort of IBS. I too had all the medical procedures to discover that IBS is the main cause of my suffering. The constant bloating and colics is so uncomfortable especially if you are out for dinner and suddenly your pants are too tight and you are full of gas. I too have notice that caffeine, chocolate and sugar triggers all the symptoms. Eating fresh fruits also has the same effect on my... after I researched IBS I realized that the fiber in fruits such as apples is very difficult to digest hence I now have to steam my apples then throw them in the blender... It's made a world of difference for me having all my fruits and vegies steamed. Haven't tried the grapefruit seed extract yet but will definately do.. so thanks for the advice....
I have IBS and have struggled with it for many years. My worst flare-up lasted nearly a year and I lost over 25 lbs. I tried every possible combination of medication only to be slightly relieved and left a walking zombie (sleepiness was a side effect of all of my medications!). In February of this year I decided to start eating healthier and exercising and I can say that it has made a WORLD of difference. I have yet to have another flare-up (knock on wood). The things that have helped me the most is: BEING ACTIVE!!! I run 3-4 times a week and do some resistance training. DRINKING LOTS OF WATER!! I never ever drank water. I hated it. But now I'm drinking over a liter of water a day and I'm trying to build up to 2. EAT YOGURT!! I eat Stonyfield Farms Organic Yogurt. I throw in some fruit and some granola and it is delicious. It has 6 strains of Probiotics in it. This has definitely helped in regulating my bowels. EAT WHOLE WHEATS and LOTS OF FIBER!! I gave up white starches for whole grains!! AVOID EXCESS SUGAR!! I cut out massive amounts of sugar!
I'm feeling so much better than ever before because of these small lifestyle changes. I couldn't imagine having to stay on medication. Try these suggestions first. I can vouch that Peppermint works as well. I haven't tried the capsules but I do occasionally have Peppermint Tea and it always helps to relax my stomach.
Best of luck to anyone suffering from this horrible condition. Things can and will get better if you'll just educate yourself and experiment!!! God Bless!
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