The Mysteries of IBS – podcast

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects millions of people in Britain and can be life-changing. Little is known about the condition – which has symptoms such as cramps, bloating, constipation and diarrhea – its causes or possible cures. This means there are known triggers, such as caffeine and alcohol Hannah Moore and her boyfriend Holly BraggIBS has led to an endless cycle of attempts to control it with diet, supplements and behavioral changes. But the seeming randomness of flare-ups, despite their best efforts, can leave them demoralized and exhausted.

Moore speaks to the dietitian and author of the book How to Manage Your IBS, Kirsten Jackson, about the types of foods linked to IBS and the misunderstood role mental health plays in the condition. They discuss the frustration surrounding the lack of understanding, the treatments available and what the latest research into the mind-gut connection can reveal.

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