Managing IBS with Probiotics

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder which can significantly impact quality of life.¹ With symptoms of abdominal cramping, altered bowel motions, bloating and flatulence, IBS is often frustrating and debilitating.² Approximately 1 in 5 Australians experience symptoms of IBS at some time³, and around 1 in 10 people globally are impacted by the condition.⁴ Whilst IBS occurs in all age groups, symptoms tend to first occur in early adulthood, more commonly impacting women than men. There is also a clear association between IBS and other disorders, such as inflammatory bowel disease, fibromyalgia and depression.⁵