Although these products are often advertised as laxatives, they are simply bulk formers and help people with diarrhea too. The most important thing to remember about high fiber is that it must be taken continuously, and that it will often require eight weeks before it helps. Don't give up. Increase your fluid intake . This means drinking at least six to ten glasses of liquid per day.
Moderate exercise helps .
Running around at work or after the kids at home doesn't count. Remember, very strenuous exercise can aggravate this condition. Foods to avoid . For most people, there are NO foods to avoid. IBS symptoms commonly occur after meals, so one often assumes the food in the meal is responsible.