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Digestive Issues
The
symptoms of diarrhea, constipation, abdominal cramps and even
rectal bleeding are fairly common in today's society. Many
patients treat these symptoms themselves, never realizing their
potential for devastating consequences. It is estimated that 15%
of the population is affected by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Unfortunately, medical
diagnosis of this syndrome is not well‑defined since definitive
tests are expensive and difficult to perform and, more often
than not, inconclusive. Therefore, most symptoms of bowel
irritability are routinely treated with anti‑inflammatory drugs
until more serious symptoms arise, such as fever, weight loss,
anorexia, nocturnal symptoms, anemia (gastrointestinal
bleeding), and pain.
After eating, IBS sufferers
usually experience a combination of bloating, gas, abdominal
pain, and constipation or diarrhea. These problems trigger an
immune response, commonly resulting in flu-like
symptoms--headaches, joint pain, muscle aches, and fatigue.
Many different approaches have been taken in treating IBS, from
antibiotics to counseling. Most medical approaches to IBS have
proven to have limited success, simply because drugs do not work
in treating IBS. Research shows that IBS is correlated to a
number of factors, most notably stress, intestinal bacteria,
intestinal function, and dietary habits.
A Proven Approach to IBS
IBS can be treated, with nearly a 100% success rate by
a practitioner who understands this condition well. IBS is best
treated through a multifactoral approach that includes specific
dietary modifications, supplements, stress reduction techniques,
and intestinal manipulation techniques.
Zelnorm and Lotronex, drugs approved to treat IBS, should be
avoided at all costs. IBS is a condition that is 100% treatable
by a conservative, healthy approach. Zelnorm and Lotronex have
serious side effects, and many feel that they should be
altogether avoided,even banned. Dr. Joseph
Mercola,
a prominent medical doctor states, "this is such a sad tragedy
that one would have to resort to drugs to address such a simply
treated problem".
At Peak Health Clinic, we have experience in treating IBS. Our
approach to treating IBS takes on every aspect underlying this
condition, and includes:
- addressing the issue of stress through stress reduction
techniques, or lifestyle modification,
-normalizing the intestinal flora (bacteria) through
supplementation,
-eliminating intestinal inflammation through dietary
modifications and supplementing natural, intestinal friendly
anti-inflammatories,
-facilitating proper intestinal functioning through manual
techniques.
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