Site offers tips for reducing irritable bowel symptoms, theories on causes, and a natural treatment plan for IBS, reports the Cam Wellness Institute

New Canaan, CT -- (SBWire) -- 10/13/2014 --Ten to 15 percent of American suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. This disorder is responsible for between 2.4 and 3.5 million doctor visits in the U.S. alone While more women than men suffer from it, it is not a "women's condition." Thirty-five to 40 percent of sufferers are men, which is a very significant amount.

"Even though it seems like plenty of people go to the doctor for IBS, the fact is that most don't do so," said Dr. Gary Gruber of the Cam Wellness Institute, which specializes in offering alternative treatments for the disorder. "Up to 70 percent don't get IBS treatment from a doctor, and instead, use a variety of home treatments and over-the-counter medicines to relieve symptoms. This is partially because IBS symptoms vary in severity. People don't tend to go to a doctor unless symptoms are moderate to severe or aren't responding to other attempts to control them."

The lack of doctor visits doesn't mean that sufferers don't find the condition debilitating enough to take action. Many sufferers complain about not daring to travel anywhere that's too far from a bathroom, or on the other hand, not being able to go when they should. The condition can also cause sudden and painful bloating. Despite this, many sufferers avoid the doctor's office. This may mean that they're embarrassed to go in for diarrhea or constipation, but it may also indicate a lack of confidence in the medical establishment's ability to correct the problem.

"While the cause of IBS has not been proven, theories do exist. I believe that IBS is caused by problems with the immune, hormonal, or nervous systems. At irritablebowelremedies.com, I have listed several factors that can cause or contribute to the various forms of IBS." said Dr. Gruber. "These include mental stress of all sorts, physical hypersensitivity in the bowels, bacterial infections, overgrowth of normally-present bacteria, and more."

Those who are considering an in-person visit to a doctor will find Dr. Gruber's page on what to expect - found at irritablebowelremedies.com/irritable-bowel-syndrome - to be helpful. People who would like to try some home methods, on the other hand, should click the Treatment & Diet section found in the top navigation bar. On this page, the site gives tips on what foods can cause IBS to flare up. One tip is surprising: it is suggested to drink as little fluid as possible during a meal. Another helpful offering on the site is a treatment plan that includes probiotics, C3 curcumin, and other supplements meant to support good digestive health. This is an alternative for those who find common drugstore medications to either be ineffective or too harsh.

About the Cam Wellness Institute
The Cam Wellness Institute focuses on irritable bowel syndrome's causes and treatments. Its site, Irritable Bowel Remedies, provides information, tips, and an easy-to-follow treatment plan.