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April isirritable bowel syndrome (IBS) awareness month.
IBS affects 10 to 15% of Americans.
There is no cure for IBS.
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One of those potentially gas-producing bacteria isE.
Cranberry has also been shown to reduce rates ofH.
pyloriinfection, a bacteria that can cause gut pain and inflammation.
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The results of a clinical trial published in theJournal of Gastroenterologylooked at adults in China.
The other group of adults received a placebo.
The results showed that the rate ofH.
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However, more research is needed to see if the effect would be seen in other populations.
According to the American College of Gastroenterology, cranberries are suitable for a low-FODMAP diet.
If someone with IBS tolerates dairy products, plain and unsweetened Greek yogurt is a nutritious dietary addition.
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Greek yogurt contains liveprobioticsbacteria that offer many health benefits, including for gut health.
If you are lactose intolerant, you might still be able to enjoy Greek yogurt.
Its probiotics can help break down the natural sugar that causes symptoms of lactose intolerance.
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Some researchers have theorized that IBS is associated withsmall-bowel bacterial overgrowth (SIBO).
Therefore, ensuring that the gut is supplied with ample good bacteria can beuseful in the treatment of IBS.
International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders.Facts about IBS.
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American College of Gastroenterology.IBS FAQs.
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Published online August 11, 2020. doi:10.1111/jgh.15212
American College of Gastroenterology.Low-FODMAP diet: overview.
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