It feels like everyonehas IBSthese days.

What’s to blame for the startling rise in the condition?

We spoke to two top gut health experts to get to the bottom of it.

Gretchen Lidicker, M.S.

Why is it so common right now?

Singh agrees, noting, “The biggest triggers are stress and diet.”

Manage stress:Our increasingly stressful lifestyles are partially to blame for our increasingly sensitive stomachs.

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Try these10 natural remedies for dealing with stress.

Some of the most common sensitivities are dairy, gluten, fructose, and sulfites.

IBS levels are on the rise due to lifestyle factors.

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Fortunately, if you have the condition, certain lifestyle modifications can help you manage your symptoms.

Let’s hear it for the “Hot girls with IBS in check.”