April 14, 2022
IBS affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States.
About 2 in 3 IBS sufferers are female.
About 1 in 3 IBS sufferers are male.
IBS affects people of all ages, even children.
Worldwide it’s estimated that 10-15% of the population has IBS. (1)
We all love going out to eat and indulging in our favorite treats of tasty dishes and desserts. However, rich food can take a toll on our digestive tract and cause some really uncomfortable, even painful, symptoms.
Have you been told that you have IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome? Some gastrointestinal experts still seem to be baffled by this disorder. Not only do conventional doctors state that it is it difficult to diagnose, they often say there is no cure. We beg to differ.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder characterized by abdominal pain or discomfort, and altered bowel habit, including chronic or recurrent diarrhea, constipation, or both. (1) Symptoms can also include indigestion, gas, bloating, abdominal cramps, burping, nausea, heartburn, and acid reflux.
A very common cause of gastrointestinal symptoms such as those with IBS is actually not a mystery at all. IBS is commonly caused by imbalances in the bacteria of the gut caused by Candida (2), or yeast overgrowth. Food intolerances and allergies can also cause irritating gastrointestinal symptoms. (3)
Take a look at some of the most common symptoms of yeast overgrowth, many of which are also symptoms of IBS:
We all have good, beneficial bacteria in our gut, but when it becomes out of balance, yeast can overgrow and cause problems in our digestive tract. Here are some of the top reasons that can lead to this imbalance and cause yeast to overgrow in the colon:
So how do you obtain a healthy digestive tract? First, you need to cut out sugars and simple carbohydrates, and we recommend doing this with a yeast-free eating program. Next, you need to kill the yeast, then restore the good bacteria that your body needs with probiotics. Research shows that there is an overall beneficial effect of probiotics and prebiotics in treating and relieving IBS. (4) By cleansing your body of this excess yeast, you can resolve your gastrointestinal symptoms and feel much better, while also improving your overall health.
Eliminating sugar and simple carbs from what you eat can sound challenging, however don’t get discouraged. You’d be surprised at how much tasty food you DO get to eat! You can find delicious recipes such as these in Dr. Hotze’s Optimal Eating Program Cookbook:
Berry Nutty Smoothie Recipe
Yeast-Free Almond Pancakes Recipe
Yeast-Free Turkey Sausage Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Yeast-Free Pepper Steak Recipe
Yeast-Free Chocolate Chip Almond Cookies
We Can Help
Could yeast overgrowth be causing your IBS symptoms? Take our Symptom Checker to find out. Contact our Wellness Consultants for a complimentary consultation at 281-698-8698. It will be our privilege to serve you.
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