How To Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Instructions

• 1

  Consult a doctor
  
  The most important thing you need to do in this situation is consulting a doctor . This way, you will be able to understand the problem better and get rid of it. The doctor will give you numerous solid tips, which will help you stay healthy. Make sure you follow them rather than doing experiments on your own.
• 2

  Avoid smoking and alcohol
  
  If you are an IBS patient, you should quit smoking and drinking. The best thing would be to leave such bad habits permanently, but if that is not possible, you can reduce the quantity.
• 3

  Drink plenty of water
  
  Drinking plenty of water helps you getting rid of a lot of problems. You should at least consume 6-8 glasses of water in a day and increase the quantity to 10-12 glasses during summers.
• 4

  Quit junk food
  
  IBS patients should never even think of junk food. It will trigger the problem to a greater extent and then you will have to take medicine for at least a week to get back to normal.
• 5

  Eat fruits and vegetables
  
  The best diet for any patient would be fruits and vegetables. They keep you healthy and energised throughout the day. There is no need of thinking about any other diet, especially if you have IBS.
• 6

  Reduce stress
  
  Fighting stress can also help you in fighting IBS. Try finding the source of your worries and then cope with it accordingly. The best way of doing so is through meditation or yoga.
• 7

  Exercise regularly
  
  Almost every problem can be solved through exercise. It keeps your mind and body fresh and you don’t feel any pressure at all. Make it a habit and workout for at least three days  a week.