Clinically Proven Probiotic for IBS Symptoms

Source: http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Family_Health_210/Clinically_Proven_Probiotic_for_IBS_Symptoms.shtml

(HealthNewsDigest.com)- CLEVELAND, OH --- For the nearly 60 million Americans* who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), everyday life can present many challenges. IBS is a common digestive disorder in which the gastro-intestinal system does not function properly, with symptoms ranging from mild to severe abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas, constipation and diarrhea. It’s estimated that 70-80% of all IBS sufferers are women. A probiotic treatment such as Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome, the only once-daily, over-the-counter product for IBS, has been proven effective in providing relief for IBS sufferers.

The recurring symptoms of IBS can affect all aspects of a person’s quality of life; personally, professionally, socially and financially. “As my symptoms continued to get worse, it was difficult to work, be social, travel and go about my daily activities because I had to be chained to a bathroom,” said 55 year-old Linda Hicks of Huntington Beach, California. “Often times it didn’t even matter what I ate, it seemed like it triggered my symptoms.”

Hicks has lived with IBS for the past two years and in that course of time sought out many treatment options to help relieve her abdominal pain and bloating. She tried numerous products and while they provided some relief, Hicks says she’s been able to live a more normal and active life since she began taking Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a once-daily, over-the-counter treatment for IBS that has proven to be extremely effective for numerous people in managing their IBS symptoms. “Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome gave me my life back,” said Hicks. “I now have the freedom to go out in public and live normally without worrying about my IBS.”

In an IBS double blind, placebo controlled study using Rome II criteria, the Ganeden Cultures™, or probiotic strain of bacteria, in Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome were proven to help reduce abdominal pain and bloating. Probiotics are beneficial or friendly bacteria that live in the digestive tract and help promote digestive health and strengthen the immune system.

Jeffrey D. Roberts, MSEd, BSc, President & Founder of the IBS Association/IBS Self Help and Support Group, has lived with IBS for more than 25 years and knows all too well what IBS sufferers live through.

“It’s extremely important that people seek out knowledge and gain a better understanding of their condition,” Roberts said. “Always seek advice from a doctor and manage your stress, along with changes in diet and lifestyle is wise advice for anyone, especially for the millions who experience IBS symptoms or have been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.” And while there is no cure for IBS, Roberts also touts the beneficial effects of probiotic supplements such as Digestive Advantage Irritable Bowel Syndrome in helping people feel significant relief.