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Q&A with Australian Health Practitioners
Does alcohol affect IBS?
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I'm a long time irritable bowel sufferer and regularly drink (3-4 nights a week) with dinner. Could this impact my IBS? -
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Joy Anderson
Dietitian, Nutritionist
Joy is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist, as well as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She has a special interest in … View Profile
Alcohol is a known irritant in the intestinal tract, so yes, it can make IBS worse. In addition, many alcoholic drinks contain carbohydrates (FODMAPs - see other questions about this) that can contribute to IBS in many sufferers.
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