Resource Roundup: A Functional Medicine Approach to Irritable Bowel Syndrome

According to Clevland Clinic, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is categorized as a constellation of symptoms affecting the digestive system, such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and stomach pain. Generally thought to be a manageable and non-threatening condition, IBS can be extremely uncomfortable, inconvenient, and even debilitating for some patients.

Experts estimate that about 10 to 15 percent of the United States Population suffers from IBS, yet the mechanisms of the condition largely remain a mystery. And as is the case with most health issues, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to IBS. However, several integrative interventions have emerged as first-line treatments, as pharmaceuticals have not shown much success.

In this article, we’ve rounded up some of our top resources on approaching IBS with integrative medicine. Read more to learn how to treat IBS with supplements, dietary changes, vagus nerve stimulation, and more.