People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may have symptoms including abdominal bloating and cramping, constipation or frequent diarrhea. While the cause of IBS often is unknown, some people seem to have a sensitivity to certain foods.
The National Women's Health Information Center lists these foods or ingredients that can cause IBS symptoms in some people:
- Caffeine (found in sodas, coffee and tea).
- Carbonated beverages.
- The artificial sweetener sorbitol (often found in chewing gum).
- Beans and vegetables that cause excessive gas.
- Alcoholic drinks.
- Chocolate.
- Dairy products such as milk, ice cream and cheese.
Gas can cause abdominal discomfort, belching, flatulence, and other symptoms.
Here's a list of gas-causing foods and activities, courtesy of the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse:
- Eating too many carbohydrate-rich foods, high in starches, sugar and fiber. These include beans, dairy products, soft drinks and fruit drinks.
- Drinking very quickly.
- Activities that cause your stomach to fill with air, including chewing gum, smoking, and wearing dentures that are too loose.
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