Irritable colon, cure and Comprehensive treatment from Naturopathy

Irritable bowel syndrome or irritable bowel syndrome as we know it colloquially is one of the most common health disorders in our society today, so much so that according to the Adelaide Naturopath Renew Health Therapies, it is the second cause of absenteeism after work from the cold.

The irritable bowel or colon is a disorder of undefined cause and its diagnosis is very subjective because there are no tests that unequivocally confirm the syndrome, so the specialist usually diagnoses irritable bowel by ruling out other conditions and based on the common symptoms that are diarrhea, constipation (usually alternating between diarrhea and constipation), abdominal cramps, a lot of gas, abdominal bloating and in some cases nausea and vomiting.

Of all the physical imbalances that I treat in my naturopathic practice, this is one that best fits with comprehensive therapy and obtains fast and long-lasting results. In my opinion, all physical imbalances are related to our emotional, mental, and energetic bodies, and irritable bowel syndrome is a clear example of this, therefore it cannot be treated from a digestive approach exclusively, nor can it be treated from an Isolated psychological approach. You need a comprehensive and global approach that covers all health aspects and addresses the specific circumstances of each person. One way or another the intestine suffers an erosion that must be treated with naturopathy preferably, but also if the nervous system and the response to anxiety are not balanced, the problem cannot be definitively solved, which is the best objective.

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Relationship between anxiety and irritable bowel

Although the causes of irritable bowel syndrome are not clear, it is known that it is closely related to the nervous system, stress, and anxiety because nervous disorders cause muscle imbalances, which translate into digestive disorders in stomach motility and intestinal. Let us remember that the walls of the digestive organs are muscular and have to "move" for proper digestion; when there are a nervous alteration the contraction and relaxation impulses of these organs can be altered and produce cramps (exaggerated contractions) or constipation (lack of motility).

In addition, an altered nervous system causes hypersensitivity at the visceral level as well, not only sensitive, increasing the sensation of discomfort or pain in the face of natural stimuli such as hunger, intestinal movements, or gas. By this I do not mean that the discomfort does not occur, but that the sensation is greater and is perceived in a more exaggerated way, often feeding the anxiety itself and turning the infinite vicious circle of the irritable bowel.

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Irritable bowel and food intolerances

Sometimes food intolerances are considered as a cause of irritable bowel, but in my opinion, these intolerances are not usually the cause but one more symptom. If we understand that this syndrome causes irritation of the intestinal and stomach tissue, we will understand that the mucosa is affected and therefore the absorption of nutrients and toxins. When this occurs for a long time in a field in which the nervous system is hypersensitive, the immune alteration and exaggerated inflammatory responses are the next steps and there we have not only intolerances but also food allergies. I take this opportunity to clarify that intolerances are difficulties in digesting food and produce digestive symptoms, and food allergies are exaggerated immune reactions to certain foods, which can cause symptoms of all kinds, from asthma to dermatitis or inflammation of the mucous membranes. 

In these cases, the treatment should consider all this and attend to the nervous system, the digestive system, and the immune system to achieve a profound improvement and avoid major problems.

What is the comprehensive approach and treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

The comprehensive approach to this syndrome as well as any other health imbalance views the person as a WHOLE. A set of the physical body, metabolic functions, emotions, mental patterns, and energy flow must be harmonized for health to return. I personally rely a lot on food to achieve this harmony and also on orthomolecular supplementation (vitamins and minerals), accompanying it with coaching exercises health and self-knowledge to learn to manage the stress and anxiety that affect this disorder so much. In any case, there is no protocol for these cases and I like to know the general health of the person, study their imbalances and devise a plan that helps them at all levels. Generally, in 3 or 4 sessions the person already notices a significant improvement although as I said, no two cases are the same.

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If you need help to restore your digestive health, do not hesitate to seek a good professional with a broad approach. I can help you and guide you from my consultation in Adelaide or in online sessions if you live abroad or have transportation problems. Write to me from my contact form without obligation if you have doubts or by Message me at the number 0411 982 105. In any case, I sincerely wish you not to resign yourself, because this type of disorder greatly affects the quality of life and our energy, and I know from my consulting experience that it is usually treated very well.