Why are young adults at high risk of irritable bowel syndrome?

Young adults with increased stress in their lives and who live a sedentary lifestyle with no exercise and also eat a poor diet may be at high risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome IBS according to health experts on SundayIBS is a common disorder that affects the stomach and intestines leading to abdominal cramping diarrhoea constipation bloating and gasWhile there are no specific causes of IBS it may be related to an overly sensitive colon or immune system said health expertsIrritable Bowel Syndrome is a form of gastrointestinal disorder It is most commonly reported among young people in the age group of 2040 due to increased stress sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary choices Bir Singh Sehrawat Director and HODGastroenterology Marengo Asia Hospitals Faridabad told IANSAlso Read Exploring the gutmind relationship and its impact on mental healthThe young are more at risk as consumption of fast food that is spicy oily and also contains added sugars salts fats and artificial ingredients and intake of aerated drinks are high among the young generation These food items not only lack nutrition but also can impact the balance of gut bacteria triggering IBS symptomsFurther excessive mental stress can create hormonal disturbances which may have an impact on digestion Anxiety also changes the regulation of blood and oxygen throughout the body which impacts the stomach causing diarrhoea constipation gas or discomfortThese factors are leading to a rise in cases of IBS in India Manish Kak Consultant Gastroenterology Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad told IANSAlso Read Doctors urge consideration of homoeopathic treatments for chronic and lifestyle diseases herersquos whyHe explained that although IBS does not damage the digestive tract nor does it increase the risk of colon cancer it can be a longlasting problem that changes daily routineTo reduce the risk of IBS one must adopt a fibrerich diet refrain from alcohol use do regular exercise and manage stress through yoga and meditationHowever the doctors warned not to overlook the symptoms of IBS such as bloating constipation diarrhoea excessive strain when passing a stool repeated belching abdominal pain or cramps particularly with bowel movementsOn experiencing these symptoms consult a gastroenterologist If left untreated IBS can hit the colon or large bowel which is the part of the digestive tract that stores stool Bir saidAlso Read lsquoDrafting a living will safeguards your right to live and die with dignityrsquoThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever