How do you control IBS on a trip?

IBS travel checklist
  1. safe snacks, such as low-FODMAP granola bars, gluten-free crackers, or trail mix.
  2. any specific dietary items or kitchen tools needed for self-catering.
  3. comfort items for rest.
  4. language translation app or phrasebook.
  5. bottled water or refillable water bottle.
  6. medications to manage diarrhea or constipation.




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Packing safe snacks and maintaining a regular sleep and exercise schedule may minimize the risk of IBS episodes. Knowing the locations of restrooms, especially in a foreign country or when flying, and being prepared for emergencies by carrying appropriate medications may also help.

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General tips to relieve irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms
  1. cook homemade meals using fresh ingredients when you can.
  2. keep a diary of what you eat and any symptoms you get ? try to avoid things that trigger your IBS.
  3. try to find ways to relax.
  4. get plenty of exercise.
  5. try probiotics for a month to see if they help.


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Drugs like Hyoscyamine help to calm down an overactive digestive tract. Lastly, since stress, depression and anxiety can fuel IBS, work on ways to relax. Perhaps, try exercise, meditation or yoga - and if that doesn't work, consider trying an antidepressant drug to help improve your mood.

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Make sure your pre-travel diet includes plenty of fiber, which makes stools softer and more comfortable to pass. Foods high in fiber include many fruits, like apples (with the skin), raspberries, and pears; beans; and whole-grain foods such as bran cereal.

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The air pressure in an airplane cabin is lower than at sea level. This allows for air and gas to expand in the intestines, causing the stomach to cramp. Low impact exercises, such as yoga and cycling, are a great way to relieve and prevent IBS symptoms. Be sure to repeat these exercises after you land.

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Travel constipation happens when you don't keep to your regular schedule. Sitting for hours, like during a long flight and train or bus rides, and having your usual diet interrupted are two possible culprits. Constipation can last for a day or two or longer.

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