US Woman Gives Herself Poop Transplant To Treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Daniell Koepke recounted her experience in a Netflix documentary. (Representative pic) A US woman who was experiencing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms for years gave herself a faecal microbiota transplant, or DIY poop transplant, using her brother’s and boyfriend’s poop. In Netflix’s new documentary ‘Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut’, Daniell Koepke recounted … Read more

Mum’s pain dismissed as IBS – but truth was sinister

Andrea Badgie was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) after experiencing severe pain near her appendix (Image: MEN) Andrea Badgie was just 31 when she started suffering from severe pains near her appendix, which she initially brushed off. After the loss of her mother in 2020, Andrea neglected her increasing discomfort and bouts of constipation … Read more

Three lifestyle changes that could reduce the risks of IBS

Scientists have discovered that making three lifestyle changes could reduce the risk of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A healthy lifestyle – including plenty of exercise – may help prevent developing the condition, research suggested. IBS affects the digestive system, with symptoms including stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. People can suffer for days, weeks or … Read more