Evidence-based, alternative treatments for digestive health.
Alcohol and its effects on irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease like Crohn's and ulcerative colitis.
If you’re suffering from irritable bowel syndrome or an inflammatory bowel disease, you might wonder if drinking alcohol is going to make your symptoms worse. You’ve probably heard that alcohol is bad for your gut, but not sure to what extent. Depending on your specific condition, we have reviewed the effects of alcohol revealed by recent scientific research.
If you’re suffering from irritable bowel syndrome or disease, you might wonder if there’s some miraculous way to get away with drinking alcohol. You likely already know to avoid alcohol as it may provoke an attack, but want to find a loophole. Depending on the specific condition, there may be certain types of alcohol that are safe, or at least safer.