Digestive problems can be uncomfortable, inconvenient, and sometimes downright painful. Whether it's bloating, gas, constipation, or indigestion, these issues can disrupt daily life and impact overall well-being. However, by taking proactive steps, you can prevent many digestive problems before they start. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore six effective tips to help you maintain optimal digestive health.

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Beyond the Fodmaps Diet: How Naturopaths Treat the Functional Issues Causing IBS
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment
If you're someone who suffers from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you are not alone. Millions of people around the world experience the symptoms of IBS, including bloating, abdominal pain, and bowel irregularities. The good news is that naturopathic medicine has a unique approach to treating IBS that can help you get to the root cause of your symptoms and find lasting relief.
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Understanding IBS: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be challenging. If you're reading this, you might be seeking answers to the questions swirling in your mind. What causes IBS? What are the symptoms, and how can it be diagnosed? In this blog, I'll shed light on these pressing concerns, offering insights that can help you manage your condition better. Whether you're exploring conventional medical approaches or considering holistic options with a Naturopath in Toronto, understanding IBS is the first step towards finding relief.
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The Truth About Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment Stress Management
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a challenging and frustrating experience. The symptoms of gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and food sensitivities can significantly impact your daily life and overall well-being. At NDcare, we understand the struggles you face, and our mission is to help you not just find temporary relief but to achieve lasting and sustainable improvements in your digestive health. Through the principles of Naturopathic Medicine, we can unlock your body's innate healing abilities and guide you on a journey toward optimal wellness
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Beyond Colonoscopy - SIBO Lab Testing For IBS By NDcare
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment
Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a complex disorder of the digestive system that may have many different root causes, making it difficult to diagnose and treat. A majority of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) patients also suffer from SIBO. More than 80% of people who are told they have IBS actually have SIBO. This can then be treated and often resolve IBS symptoms. As experts in the field, we at NDcare want to introduce you to our SIBO lab testing for IBS.
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For those with IBS? It could actually be SIBO!
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment
New hope for those with IBS? You may actually have SIBO!
Do you often feel gasey and bloated? Maybe you have loose stools or suffer from constipation, possibly some stomach pain, nausea, heartburn and/or excess burping? Does it seem like you have some or all of these symptoms regardless of the foods you eat? Or you are eating healthier than ever before but your digestion is much worse? Do you have these symptoms along with fatigue or skin concerns like rosacea, acne or eczema? Have you been told you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? It could be that you actually have Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO).
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Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD) – Dietary Risk Factors
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment
The American Journal of Gastroenterology recently published a systematic review of studies investigating the impact of dietary factors on the risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD includes Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. The researchers found that total dietary fat consumption was much higher in people who developed Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis. Conversely, they found that people who consumed more fibre and fruit were less likely to develop IBD.
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IBS – Natural Treatment Options for Women
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment women's health Women’s Health Treatment
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Natural Treatment Options for WomenMany people feel intestinal discomfort or changes in bowel movements from time to time and may not realize that these can be the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). IBS is also known as spastic colon and primarily affects the large intestine or the colon.
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Is it really IBS? A Naturopath’s Perspective
- Tara Andresen
Categories: digestive health Digestive Issues gut health IBS IBS Toronto IBS Treatment SIBO Treatment
Many people come to my clinic with a diagnosis of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) that has been given by their family doctor. IBS is essentially chronic intense colon spasms that cause pain and affect bowel regularity. However, I often find that people with an IBS diagnosis do not necessarily have this intense colon pain and are actually suffering from either food sensitivities or inadequate production of digestive factors like pancreatic enzymes, stomach acid or good gut flora. Once these issues are addressed, symptoms subside and digestion normalizes.
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