What is IBS?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common chronic disorder that affects the large intestine. The common signs and symptoms include abdominal pain and cramping, bloating, gas, and constipation or diarrhoea, or a combination of both.
While some suffering from this disorder may experience severe symptoms and need to be treated with medication/supplementation and counselling, many are able to control their symptoms by managing diet, lifestyle and stress.
Fortunately, IBS does not appear to cause changes in bowel tissue or increase your risk of colorectal cancer.