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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can cause frequent gut distress like bloating, cramps, constipation, or diarrhea. One common way to relieve IBS is a challenging diet eliminating a long list of foods containing hard-to-digest sugars known as FODMAPs.
A recent small trial suggests a simpler approach: try targeting only certain FODMAPs. People who eliminated specific culprits—found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, and wheat—often saw their IBS symptoms improve.
Avocado nutrition: Health benefits and easy recipes
Swimming lessons save lives: What parents should know
Preventing and treating iliotibial (IT) band syndrome: Tips for pain-free movement
Wildfires: How to cope when smoke affects air quality and health
What can magnesium do for you and how much do you need?
Dry socket: Preventing and treating a painful condition that can occur after tooth extraction
What happens during sleep — and how to improve it
How is metastatic prostate cancer detected and treated in men over 70?
Could biofeedback help your migraines?
What is autism spectrum disorder?
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