Sexualisation 'harms' young girls Nov 14, 2008
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World's Rarest Big Cat Gets A Check-up Nov 4, 2008
The capture was made in Primorsky Krai along the Russian-Chinese border by a team of scientists from WCS and the Russian Academy of Sciences Institute of Biology and Soils (IBS) ... D., senior scientist at IBS and manager for the WCS-IBS project. (Science Daily)
Spinning the Truth About the Halted NCI Prostate Cancer Study Oct 31, 2008
Search our 25,000 free articles and special reports. Thursday, October 30, 2008 by: Tony Isaacs. (Natural News.com)
NCI's Flawed SELECT Study Attacks Vitamin E Oct 30, 2008
Pure, dried 100% aloe vera gel flakesfor sludge blood, IBS, Crohn's disease. The best water purification tabletsfor purifying almost any water source. (Natural News.com)
Stop-Smoking Drug Linked to Suicide Oct 27, 2008
Pure, dried 100% aloe vera gel flakesfor sludge blood, IBS, Crohn's disease. Pure, pristine spirulina superfoodfor cancer prevention, alkalizing, immune func. (Natural News.com)
Brains Over Guts Oct 24, 2008
The privately held firm (known until April as Microbia) has raised $280 million from some of the most successful health care investors in the country, lured the inventor of bestselling pain drug Celebrex and hooked up with Forest Laboratories to develop a promising drug candidate now in late-stage human trials for one type of the gastrointestinal disorder known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Ironwood s lead drug, linaclotide, is aimed at the 30 million Americans with either... (Forbes -- Business)
Probiotics Effective for Numerous Ailments Oct 23, 2008
Several studies presented at the American Collage of Gastroenterologys annual meeting emphasized the effectiveness and safety of probiotics in treating gastrointestinal problems related to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). IBS is a disorder of the gastrointestinal system that causes abdominal pain and altered bowel habits (diarrhea and/or constipation) ... A review of 19 randomized controlled trials involving over 1600 patients found that probiotics were helpful in controlling and improving bowel... (Newsmax)
On coping with cancer Oct 22, 2008
Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. The following stories have received the most reader comments during the last 7 days. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
• Bowel problems may be caused by dairy food additive Oct 21, 2008
Shortly after the diagnosis, I was reading an article in Prevention magazine that claimed there was an epidemic of IBS and that an additive found in many dairy products might be the cause ... I am unaware of a link between carrageen and IBS, but that is not to say it is impossible ... If not, try an over-the-counter product called Digestive Advantage IBS. It has helped many of my readers who also suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Living With Irritable Bowel Syndrom... Oct 17, 2008
Living With Irritable Bowel Syndrome: How to Cope With Chronic IBS ... How to Cope With Chronic IBS ... Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic (long-term) disorder that affects the digestive system. (Suite101.com)
Are You At Risk? Oct 17, 2008
Several years ago, Dr. Robert Shuman, Jr. met a young woman who came to him for help with IBS - Irritable Bowel Syndrome ... Looking back, Shuman wished he had questioned the patient to determine if her IBS was a symptom of stress at home - the stress cause by domestic violence. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Basics of CFS/ME Oct 14, 2008
People with CFS/ME often have other conditions like fibromyalgia, IBS and joint hypermobility. The severity of the illness varies from mild to extremely severe. (Suite101.com)
Tricyclic Antidepressants Oct 3, 2008
Old Antidepressant Drugs Used for Insomnia, Pain, IBS, FM and More ... It is also used as a sedative and for IBS. Trimipramine (Surmontil) and dosulepin/dothiepin (Prothiaden) may be the best tricyclic drugs for anxiety. (Suite101.com)
Exercise May Help People with Irritable Bowel Oct 3, 2008
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a common disorder affecting up to 30 percent of the population by some estimates ... Therefore, it seems "intuitively appealing" to encourage IBS sufferers to exercise regularly to find relief from these symptoms, the study team notes ... To check out the notion, Dr. Amanda J. Daley of the University of Birmingham in the UK and colleagues recruited 56 adults (mostly women) with doctor-diagnosed IBS for a study lasting 12 weeks. (MEDLINEplus)
IBS treatment starts with diet Sep 19, 2008
Dear Reader: IBS is a common disorder of the large and small intestines ... Previous studies indicated IBS was caused by stress, but the condition is now thought to be a malfunction of the movement of the colon ... While I said that stress was previously thought to be the cause of IBS but later found not to be, it can trigger an attack. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Anticonvulsants, CFS/ME and FM Aug 26, 2008
Anticonvulsants can also relieve fatigue, flu-like symptoms, cognitive dysfunction, neurological symptoms, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bladder problems, restless legs, muscle tension and multiple chemical sensitivity. Their ability to tackle many symptoms at once has made them one of the most important drugs in the treatment of CFS/ME and fibromyalgia. (Suite101.com)
Discovering the Therapeutic Value o... Aug 26, 2008
Often difficult to treat illnesses like erectile dysfunction (EDD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), attention deficit disorder (ADD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and a number of eating disorders, are being treated successfully with the use of advanced hypnotherapeutic techniques. can be a powerful ally in the treatment of many conditions because it harnesses the power of the mind to modify behavior and help the body heal itself. (Suite101.com)
Key Allergy Gene Discovered Aug 26, 2008
25, 2008) Together with colleagues from the Department of Dermatology and Allergy and the Center for Allergy and Environment (ZAUM) of the Technische Universit. nchen, scientists at the Helmholtz Zentrum M. (Science Daily)
How 275 food allergy tests 'feed on fear and could be health hazard' Aug 22, 2008
I was diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) 24 years ago: at the time I was up nightly with diahorrea, sickness, dizziness - multiple symptoms. The hospital specialist said IBS was a psychosomatic illness caused by stress ... After two dreadful years, following a report by Addenbrooke's Hospital saying IBS could be caused by Food Allergy/Intolerance, my NHS Doctor sent me to a private Allergy Clinic run by a former NHS Doctor who put me on a food elimnation diet. (Daily Mail)
Chew Gum for Colon Surgery Recovery Aug 19, 2008
If you suffer from IBS you may already know that fat can irritate your condition ... Everyones IBS is different, but something most sufferers have in common is symptom triggers. (WebMD)
Your Health: Irritable bowel syndrome linked to hay fever, allergies Aug 8, 2008
For folks with allergic skin conditions, the likelihood of having IBS appears to be nearly four times greater. As the most frequently diagnosed gastrointestinal disorder in the United States, IBS affects approximately one in five Americans ... Most IBS sufferers experience either chronic constipation or diarrhea, but some alternate between the two extremes. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Blocking HIV Multiplication: Structure Elucidation Of 'Kissing Complex' Aug 8, 2008
By developing innovative NMR tools for the structural study of RNAs in solution, IBS and Ottawa University scientists determined with a very high precision the structure of the complex formed by the two RNAs in solution and unraveled the crucial role of the GA base pair. They found that the insertion of a GA pair allows the stabilization of the complex by the pairing of two additional base pairs. (Science Daily)
When Houston illegal workers got busted, he got them freed Aug 7, 2008
" After graduating from Harvard University, Hildreth worked for the International Monetary Fund from 1975 to 1980, living in Washington, D.C., and La Paz, Bolivia. He returned to the U.S. and worked for major Wall Street firms until starting his own business in 1989, Boston-based IBS Inc., which buys and sells loans in international markets. "I've been involved in Latin America since college," he said. "I know many, many, many Latin Americans, including many, many Mexicans, so I have a personal... (Houston Chronicle)
Hypnosis Shown To Reduce Symptoms Of Dementia Jul 30, 2008
28, 2005) Medics at The University of Manchester have discovered a way to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) using. (Aug. (Science Daily)
Self-Taught Behavior Therapy Helps Those With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Jul 15, 2008
MedlinePlus: Self-taught behavior therapy helps those with IBS. Self-taught behavior therapy helps those with IBS ... NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study hints that a self-taught behavior therapy program may effectively help people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) manage their symptoms, which may include cramping, bloating, diarrhea and constipation. (MEDLINEplus)
Time Cover: To the Right, March! Jul 5, 2008
14, 1981 By Article Tools. Jesse Helms is the New Right's righteous warrior, and his battle is nigh. (Time.com)
Gut Instinct Jul 3, 2008
The studies Dannon cites on its Web site point toward Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, which to some has become a catchall for digestive issues, in part because it clinically encompasses both constipation and diarrhea. Up to 75 percent of people diagnosed with IBS are women (though, as the Department of Health and Human Services says on its , it hasn't been proved that IBS affects women in greater numbers than men; "it may be that women are more likely to talk to their doctors about their... (Slate)
A surprisingly potent placebo: face time with me Jul 2, 2008
IBS is typically associated with consistent abdominal pain and bloating in the absence of any other obvious diagnosis. There is no reliable cure, although stress management helps, and the placebo effect in IBS trials has been high (30 to 50 per cent) ... The proportion of patients who reported moderate or substantial improvement in their IBS was 3 per cent in the observation group, 20 per cent in the procedure-alone group, and 37 per cent in the augmented interaction group. (Globe and Mail)
Trying, and failing, to delay news in the era of the Internet Jun 23, 2008
An IBS spokeswoman said Friday that "a junior-level employee made updates to the Wikipedia page upon learning of Russert's passing, thinking it was public record." She added that the company had "taken the necessary measures with the employee and apologized to NBC.". NBC News said it had been told the employee was fired. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Common Bowel Problem Linked To Chili Pepper Pain Receptor Jun 12, 2008
The research could lead to new therapies for the estimated one in five UK adults who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a painful condition which is poorly understood. Symptoms of IBS include abdominal pain, bloating, and bowel problems such as constipation or diarrhoea ... The new research shows that people with IBS have higher than usual levels of nerve fibres expressing the pain receptor TRPV1, responsible for causing a burning sensation when people eat chilli peppers. (Science Daily)
AMITIZA 8 mcg now available to treat irritable bowel syndrome May 28, 2008
May 27, 2008 Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCMP) and Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc. today announced that AMITIZA (lubiprostone) 8 mcg capsules are now available by prescription in pharmacies across the U.S. for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) in women 18 years and older ... AMITIZA is the only widely available FDA-approved prescription treatment option that can provide overall symptom relief for the millions of adult women in the U.S.... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Drug Brings Relief For Many IBS Patients Who Experience Constipation May 21, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 20, 2008) Many patients may soon find relief from the bloating, cramping, abdominal pain and constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. ... Lubiprostone, known by the brand name AMITIZA, was just approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in women with IBS plus constipation, thanks in part to University of Michigan Health System research that demonstrated the safety and efficacy of the drug for treatment of IBS-C. ... Led by U-M... (Science Daily)
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New Drug Treats IBS With Constipation May 20, 2008
Amitiza is now the only FDA-approved medical treatment for IBS with constipation, according to the agency. IBS is seen more often in women than men and results in cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea ... "For some people IBS can be quite disabling, making it difficult for them to fully participate in everyday activities," said Dr. Julie Beitz, director of the Office of Drug Evaluation III, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, FDA, in a news release. (Fox News)
Drug Brings Relief for IBS Patients May 20, 2008
Many patients may soon find relief from the bloating, cramping, abdominal pain and constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS.. Lubiprostone, known by the brand name AMITIZA, was just approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in women with IBS plus constipation, thanks in part to University of Michigan Health System research that demonstrated the safety and efficacy of the drug for treatment of IBS-C. ... Led by U-M gastroenterologist William D. Chey, M.D.,... (Newsmax)
10 foods to make you happy May 4, 2008
The body cannot produce tryptophan so unless we get enough through our diets, we may suffer a deficiency, leading to low serotonin levels which are associated with mood disorders, anxiety, cravings and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). "Following a diet which contains foods rich in naturally occurring serotonin will improve your mood, leaving you energised and in a state of harmony and wellbeing," Dr Longmore said. (Sydney Morning Herald)
FDA approves irritable bowel drug May 2, 2008
"For some people IBS can be quite disabling, making it difficult for them to fully participate in everyday activities," said Dr. Julie Beitz of the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research ... The safety and effectiveness of Amitiza was established in two studies involving 1,154 patients diagnosed with IBS-C, the agency said ... Amitiza is already approved for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation at 24 micrograms twice a day, much higher than the 8 micrograms twice a day... (MSNBC -- Health)
ERP Software Apr 13, 2008
The Group offers support and services from offices in 45 countries and works with more than 600 partners to provide solutio IBS AB Publikt Aktiebolag. The Group's principal activities are to provide information technology solutions including software and services for sales and customer service, supply chain management and business control. (IntranetJournal)
Child Abuse Dials Up the Volume on Pain Apr 6, 2008
Researchers at UCLA and the University of North Carolina compared pain responses in a group of women with and without irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), with surprising results ... In a test group of 20 women, 10 suffered from IBS and 10 did not ... When subjected to mildly painful stimuli, the subjects with both IBS and a history of abuse reported feeling more intense pain than their counterparts. (ABC News)
5 ways to boost your nutrition Apr 2, 2008
Get enough of vitamin D. Many Americans don t get enough vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiency increases the risk for diabetes, muscle pain, MS, lupus, osteoporosis, IBS, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis and cancer (breast, colon, prostate, endometrium and pancreas). Try this. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Oxygen Relieves IBS and Constipation Symptoms in New Clinical Studies Feb 20, 2008
Colon cleansing with an oxygen colon cleanser is likely to become the new standard for patients seeking relief for their constipation and IBS symptoms ... Excited about the product's potential to help millions of people suffering from constipation and IBS symptoms, he added, "The results were even better than we'd hoped for -- Oxy-Powder beat the pants off the competition in every category!" Results of Oxy-Powder's Effectiveness As Reported By Patients Category Constipation Irritable Bowel... (PR Newswire)
Enzyme That Protects Against Intestinal Bacterial Toxin Identified Feb 20, 2008
3, 2004) The enigmatic-but-common condition known as irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is caused by an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine, a USC researcher has proposed in the Journal of the. (Jun. (Science Daily)
Allergy Disorders Linked With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Feb 17, 2008
Study also found IBS 2 times more likely in people with depression ... SATURDAY, Feb. 16 (HealthDay News) -- There may be a link between allergies and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in adults, says a study by researchers at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago ... IBS occurs in about 15 percent of the U.S. population. (Health-Finder)
IBS Symptoms More Acute in Women With History of Abuse Feb 16, 2008
FRIDAY, Feb. 15 (HealthDay News) -- Women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who've suffered physical and/or sexual abuse may have a heightened brain response that makes them more sensitive to abdominal discomfort, a new study says. Symptoms of IBS, which affects 10 percent to 15 percent of people in the United States, include gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea and constipation ... In this study, researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, and the University of North Carolina... (Health-Finder)
Harnessing the Mind to Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome Feb 16, 2008
As many as 45 million Americans may have irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders reports. Sixty percent to 65 percent of IBS sufferers are women ... In addition to pain and discomfort, people with IBS experience chronic or recurrent constipation or diarrhea -- or bouts of both. (Health-Finder)
Abuse history affects pain regulation in women with irritable bowel syndrome Feb 1, 2008
UCLA and University of North Carolina researchers have found that women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who have experienced sexual and/or physical abuse may have a heightened brain response to pain that makes them more sensitive to abdominal discomfort. IBS is a condition that affects 10 to 15 percent of the population and causes gastrointestinal discomfort along with diarrhea, constipation or both ... Researchers used brain imaging to show that patients with IBS who also had a background... (EurekAlert!)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Solutions Jan 29, 2008
8 Steps Toward a Solution to IBS and Anxiety ... documented decreased brainstem inhibition during anticipated pain and an enhanced reponse to stimuli in those suffering from IBS; this exaggerated response shown in the laboratory is a harsh reality for thousands of sufferers ... IBS is the term for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, a syndrome because although it is a grouping of common complaints, the symptoms can differ greatly from individual to individual. (Suite101.com)
Allergies Blamed for Some Cases of Irritable Bowel Jan 25, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People with allergies appear to be more likely to have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) than do those without allergies, suggesting that the conditions may be linked in some instance, Chicago-based researchers report. Lead investigator Dr. Mary C. Tobin told Reuters Health that "the real hope of this study is that patients and physicians recognize the association between allergies and IBS." ... People with IBS suffer chronic discomfort with cramping, diarrhea or... (MEDLINEplus)
Can Yogurt Really Boost Your Health? Jan 25, 2008
Barry your comment is ludicrous, IBS IS A MEDICAL CONDITION ... YOU CAN SPEAK FOR YOURSELF BUT NOT FOR EVERY PERSON WHO SUFFERS FROM IBS. ... I was hoping it would help me with my ibs but it didn t. i excercise and eat fresh fruits and veggies but oatmeal is the only thing that helps me a little. (New York Times)
Allergies Linked to IBS Jan 24, 2008
Adults with allergy symptoms report a high incidence of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), suggesting a link between atopic disorders and IBS according to a study published this month in Annals of Allergy, Asthma ology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). In a study of 125 adults, Mary C. Tobin, M.D, Department of Immunology/Microbiology at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, and colleagues found the likelihood of IBS was significantly... (Newsmax)
1996 CityBusiness Index Jan 17, 2008
IBS team for online news Sandra Earley Jan. 26 p. 1. Nationwide edges out local buyers for KMJZ Sandra Earley Feb. 16 p. 1. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Change your diet and change your life Jan 15, 2008
From this list, you can imagine how people get misdiagnosed with migraine headaches, IBS, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, allergies, thyroid disease, gastric reflux and the list goes on. My goal is to get everyone educated, correctly diagnosed and treated appropriately. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Brain Response Differences In The Way Women With IBS Anticipate And React To Pain Jan 13, 2008
12, 2008) UCLA researchers found that women with IBS cannot effectively turn-off a pain modulation mechanism in the brain, which causes them to be more sensitive to abdominal pain, compared to women without IBS. ... "Our research team studies the brain activity underlying the pain experience in patients with chronic pain disorders like IBS." ... The current study showed that IBS patients cannot turn down the amplifier of the pain response, even when expected pain is not dangerous, which makes... (Science Daily)
Miscarriage And Abortion Triple Chances Of Future Low Birthweight Babies Dec 24, 2007
29, 2006) Babies weighing less than the standard weight seem to be at significantly greater risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, suggests research published ahead of print in the journal Gut. . (Science Daily)
It was a compliment! Dec 20, 2007
She is truly a thing of beauty and is a sight to behold and then then camera pans over to her sister and I suddenly realize that I have IBS.. By Cemeeli. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Natural Product Discovery Blocks Tissue Destruction Nov 27, 2007
(May 23, 2007) Three new therapy options, including two novel medications, showed promise in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to recent. . (Science Daily)
Hypnosis May Calm Kids' Irritable Bowels Nov 21, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Gut-directed hypnotherapy is "highly effective" for children with long-standing abdominal pain or irritable bowel syndrome (known as IBS), researchers have found. "We advocate that hypnotherapy become the treatment of choice in children with persisting complaints of either functional abdominal pain or IBS in whom first-line therapies such as education and dietary advice have failed," Dr. Arine M. Vlieger of St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, and colleagues conclude in... (MEDLINEplus)
Residents cold to idea of fee hikes Nov 18, 2007
If it is not causing people to be fat, it is one of the leading causes for IBS. " A Zoo Supporter wrote on Nov 15, 2007 1:55 PM:" I disagree with the comment from the person who said raising the admission price at the zoo would not negatively impact attendance. It is already hard enough to convince families they should come to the zoo (on the west side of town) rather than spend the afternoon at the Children's Museum. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Exercise May Ease Fibromyalgia Symptoms Nov 13, 2007
Everyones IBS is different, but something most sufferers have in common is symptom triggers. Learn how one woman took the simplicity movement to heart. (WebMD)
TIME Archive: Monroe Meets Mailer Nov 11, 2007
More than a million Ibs. of paper will be used for its first American printing (in Monroe County, N.Y.) of 285,000 copies. (Time.com)
Northwest Natural Products Introduces AccuFlora(R) Oct 17, 2007
Other studies have found probiotics to be helpful in managing the signs and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). (1) Rich meals, fast food, preservatives, refined sugars, stress and prescription drugs can all affect your body's digestion. (PR Newswire)
Review of probiotic research finds only Bifantis can claim efficacy vs. placebo for IBS symptoms Oct 16, 2007
PHILADELPHIA October 15, 2007 A new analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluating probiotics in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has found that Bifantis, Bifidobacterium infantis 35624, the sole ingredient in Align (manufactured by Procter e), is the only probiotic currently able to demonstrate significant improvement in IBS symptoms based upon a properly designed research study. Researchers at the University of Michigan conducted the review to evaluate the safety,... (EurekAlert!)
International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) Declares the Global Year Against Pain in Women Oct 15, 2007
Chronic pain conditions which affect women more than men include fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, chronic pelvic pain, temporomandibular joint disorder (i. e., TMJ) and migraine headache. (Canada Newswire)
Mom tries 'total elimination' to aid sick baby Oct 13, 2007
"I'd been diagnosed with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), but I discovered it's clearly some sort of food because it cleared up on the diet," she said ... Maidenberg discovered that milk, wheat and gluten make her IBS act up. (CNN -- Health)
'Total elimination diet' helps some babies Oct 7, 2007
"I'd been diagnosed with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), but I discovered it's clearly some sort of food (allergy) because it cleared up on the diet," she said ... Maidenberg discovered that milk, wheat and gluten make her IBS act up. (North County Times)
