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An exploratory comparative investigation of Food Allergy/Sensitivity Testing in IBS (The FAST Study)
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The Hype of Hypochlorhydria: A Brief Review of Gastric Acid Analysis
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Naturopathic Approaches to Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Protocol for a Prospective Observational Study in Academic Teaching Clinics
Background
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional bowel disorder with a worldwide prevalence estimated between 10-20%. It has a significant impact on quality of life and societal expense. While there are pharmaceutical options available, few can be reliably recommended. Many IBS sufferers turn to complementary and alternative medicine including naturopathy. Naturopathic approaches to IBS are poorly studied to date.
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Naturopathic Approaches to Irritable Bowel Syndrome—A Delphi Study
Introduction
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects 11% of the population, and up to 50% of patients report using complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) for it. To date, there is no research describing how providers of naturopathic medicine in North America, a well-defined CAM profession, approach IBS.
Methods
A Delphi study was conducted over a 17-month period in 4 rounds with 15 North American naturopathic medicine experts in IBS. Consensus was defined as a median value of 75% or greater agreement with the relevant statement.
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Western herbal medicines in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Objective:
To evaluate the efficacy of Western herbal medicines in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).