Description
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the digestive system. It causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. These tend to come and go over time and can last for days, weeks or months at a time. It’s usually a lifelong problem. It can be very frustrating to live with and can have a big impact on your everyday life.
Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome include stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. These may come and go over time.
Symptoms of IBS
The symptoms of IBS are vast and can include stomach pains or cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. You may find yourself straining on the toilet struggling to relieve yourself and in pain.
There may be days when your symptoms are better and days when they’re worse (flare-ups). They may be triggered by food or drink. Dietary factors can play a role in triggering IBS symptoms.
Symptoms are often worse after consuming certain products, such as chocolate, milk, or alcohol. They may cause either constipation or diarrhoea. Some fruits, vegetables, and sodas can trigger bloating and discomfort. It is unclear whether a food allergy or intolerance plays a role.
Common dietary triggers of cramping or bloating include foods that cause flatulence, such as beans, celery, onion, carrots, raisins, bananas, apricots, prunes, Brussel sprouts, pretzels and bagels.
Ways to Ease IBS
- Experiment with fibre. Fibre helps reduce constipation but also can worsen gas and cramping.
- Avoid problem foods. Eliminate foods that trigger your symptoms.
- Eat at regular times. Don’t skip meals, and try to eat at about the same time each day to help regulate bowel function.
- Exercise regularly.
Digestive Relief
VitaProHealth’s Digestive Relief contains peppermint leaf, which is known to help with spasms in the digestive tract, as well as improve digestion altogether. It can also help ease an upset stomach, as well as gas, constipation and diarrhoea. Its anti-inflammatory properties that are contained in fennel seed and ginger root can help with bloating which stems from IBS.
Ingredients
90 capsules per pot
Each capsule provides:
Turmeric (providing 20mg Curcumin) – 420mg
Betaine Hydrochloride – 145mg
Lipase – 66mg
Alfalfa – 50mg
Amylase – 45mg
Apple Cider Vinegar – 30mg
Caraway Seed – 20mg
Chamomile – 20mg
Fennel Seed (Foeniculum Vulgare) – 20mg
Ginger Root (Zingiberis rhizoma) – 20mg
Peppermint Leaf – 20mg
Protease – 16mg
Bromelain (providing 6GDU) – 5mg
Papain – 0.15mg
Ingredients: Betaine Hydrochloride, Capsule Shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC); Lipase 5,000U/g; Alfalfa Powder; Amylase 50,000u/g; Apple Cider Vinegar Powder; Anti-caking Agent: Magnesium Stearate (Magnesium salts of fatty acids) (vegetable source); Turmeric Extract; Caraway Seed Powder; Chamomile Powder; Fennel Seed Powder (Foeniculum Vulgare); Peppermint Leaf Powder; Protease III 50,000HUT/gm; Bromelain 1200GDU/G; Protease Enzyme (Protease 5000 HUT/g); Protease III 30,000HUT/gm; Ginger Root Extract (Zingiberis rhizoma); Papain 2000u/mg.
Contains no added: artificial colours, flavourings, preservatives, dairy products, gluten, lactose, soya, sugar or yeast.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Kosher approved.
Usage
Take 1 or 2 capsules with each main meal or as advised by a health professional.
If taken alone (i.e. rather than in combination with other digestive supplements), start off on a higher intake of 2 – 3 capsules before breakfast, lunch and the evening meal for 3 – 4 weeks. Thereafter, reduce to 1 – 2 capsules, 2 – 3 times per day or as required.
Warning:
Do not take if peptic ulcers are present.
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