Beating irritable bowel syndrome this Christmas

Abi Jackson rounds up top tips for avoiding festive flare-ups

FEASTING is an important part of Christmas but as anyone with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) will know — and that’s one in five of us — all that rich grub and extra booze (for some) can wreak havoc with our digestive systems.

While not considered medically serious — unlike inflammatory bowel diseases like Chrohn’s and conditions like coeliac, which can lead to serious complications if not properly treated and managed — IBS can still be highly distressing and have a significant impact.