How Do You Prevent Irritable Bowel Disease?
Approximately 30,000 people in the US will learn that they have Irritable Bowel Disease this year. Some of these people will experience mild cramps, gas and bloating after eating a meal. For others, more unpleasant symptoms may become a daily challenge, such as constipation, diarrhea, or both at different times. In any case, Irritable Bowel Disease is treatable and, more importantly, it is possible to prevent the condition from taking hold in the first place. Be aware that many people who end up with Irritable Bowel Disease have a close family member who preceded them in diagnosis. So, if you have a family member that seems to exhibit symptoms, you may be able to make any changes necessary to your diet and/or lifestyle to prevent following in their footsteps. Stop smoking if you do. Smoking not only increases your risk of developing Irritable Bowel Disease, but it can also lead to Crohn’s disease, a much more serious and secondary functional disorder. Know that immune function plays a
