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HEALTH & BEAUTY You&your health With Good Measure Pharmacy Digestive Disorders Bowel movements are one of the most natural – and important – facts of life, so why are we still so privy about toilet talk? Knowing how to keep your bowels healthy can help prevent a range of common digestive disorders which, if ignored, can have an unpleasant impact on life. While there will be some people whose bowels are like clockwork, around half of the UK population don’t poo once a day. So, it is no surprise that one in three of UK adults experience recurring bouts of constipation, diarrhoea, or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). An upset digestive tract can make you feel bloated and sluggish, as well as making you anxious about using the loo, particularly away from the comfort of your home. The digestive tract, which is the largest organ in the body, has a vital role in ensuring your body gets the right nutrients it needs for energy, growth and cell repair. Diet is a major cause of tummy troubles; try not to miss meals, make sure you chew your food well, and drink plenty of fluids to soften stools and encourage the passage of waste. Because of the brain-gut interaction, digestive disorders can also be caused by stress, depression, or anxiety. You may be more likely to experience a digestive disorder if there is family history, or your medical history includes previous surgery or medication. We look at three common digestive complaints and how to help prevent them. Constipation Constipation is medically classed as when you have two or more of 8 aroundtownmagazine.co.uk the following symptoms: • Fewer than three bowel movements a week • Hard, dry, lumpy or large stools • Excessive straining on the toilet • Feeling like you haven’t fully evacuated your bowels There are many reasons why you may be constipated, such as a diet low in fibre, not drinking enough water, changing your diet, not moving around enough, ignoring the urge to go, stress or depression, and side effects of some medications. The elderly are five times more likely to get recurrent constipation due to lack of interest in meals, limited mobility, and low fluid intake. The long-term impact of chronic constipation can result in faecal impaction (where stool builds in the large intestine), anal fissures or tears, haemorrhoids, and rectal prolapse. Many people might reach for laxatives when they’re feeling blocked up, but they can have side effects. So, it is always advised to take a natural approach by making a few lifestyle changes to ease constipation first. Always see your GP if you have constipation with anal bleeding/ blood in your stool, pain in your abdomen, a lump in your tummy, or unexplained weight loss as it may be something more serious. “ Cooking using fresh ingredients, increasing exercise, trying to relax, and taking a probiotic may help ease your symptoms. ” Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS can either cause constipation, diarrhoea, or both which are usually accompanied by stomach cramps or bloating. Other symptoms may be flatulence, mucus in your stool, fatigue, lack of energy, nausea, backache or incontinence. There is no known cause or cure, but it is thought people with IBS have greater sensitivity to the way that their intestines are moving. Symptoms may last days, weeks or months at a time. Women are twice as likely to have IBS, especially women under 50. People with IBS usually have it for life but learn to manage it by being aware of what triggers their flareups. Triggers may be spicy foods or alcohol, eating too quickly, or consuming too much caffeine. There is no specific test for IBS, but your GP will usually look to rule out other bowel conditions such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. You may be asked to keep a food diary to look for any triggers or patterns in your symptoms. Cooking using fresh ingredients, increasing exercise, trying to relax, and taking a probiotic may help ease your symptoms. To reduce bloating or cramping, you may find it helpful to limit hard to digest foods such as cauliflower, brussels sprouts, beans and onions. Diverticular Disease As we get older, small pockets or bulges called diverticula develop in the lining of the large intestine. Usually there will be no symptoms, but if you have pain in your tummy, blood in your poo, and constipation or diarrhoea then it may be diverticular disease. If the diverticula become inflamed or infected, this can lead to diverticulitis which is recognised by more severe abdominal pain, a high temperature, and mucus or blood in your poo. Other complications may be bowel perforation or obstruction, abscess, or peritonitis (infection of the abdominal wall). Diverticular disease is common in people aged over 80 but other risk factors can be obesity, a diet low in fibre, taking anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or aspirin, or smoking. If you think your may have diverticular disease, see your GP to rule out other conditions via a colonoscopy and CT scan. Increasing your fibre intake can help reduce the chance of diverticula forming and developing. This is because a diet lacking in fibre results in smaller stools, meaning there is less pressure along the colon wall which allows sacs to form in weak spots. Andrew Watson If you have any specific health concerns, please feel free to contact me at Good Measure or email me at andy@thewatsons.co.uk
HEALTH & BEAUTY A natural solution to digestive disorders Did you know your body needs around 30g of fibre a day to keep your bowel movements regular? Fibre normalises stool size by being water retentive and if you’ve been advised to increase your fibre intake then you may be looking for high-fibre foods such as wholegrains, chia seeds, wheat bran and fibrous fruits and vegetables. But there is also a natural product available that provides a gentle solution to help regulate bowel movements. Lepicol is a three-in-one supplement that combines fibre, “ If you are increasing your fibre intake, it is advised to do it gradually so not to aggravate any digestive issues you may have. ” live bacteria and inulin. It contains psyllium husk which is much more kinder on the stomach than wheat or bran which can sometimes irritate a sensitive bowel. The fibre in Lepicol retains water to normalise stool size, while forming a soft gel which eases the stool along the digestive tract. It also contains five strains of live bacteria which are key for good gut health and the immune system. Finally, inulin derived from the chicory root is a natural prebiotic which slows digestion when fermented by the live bacteria. Lepicol is available in a powder format that, when mixed with water to create a gel, should be taken half an hour before food. It can also be added to foods such as porridge, smoothies or soups. As Lepicol is completely natural, there are no known contraindications or adverse effects and it can be taken alongside other medications, once checked by a pharmacist or GP. If you are increasing your fibre intake, it is advised to do it gradually so not to aggravate any digestive issues you may have. Lepicol is now available at Goodmeasure Pharmacy at Parkgate and Andrew Watson and the team can advise on whether Lepicol may ease your digestive disorder. WE COLLECT DISPENSE DELIVER WE DON’T JUST DELIVER, WE CARE • Bespoke pharmaceutical service to manage your repeat prescriptions • No more trips to the surgery, no more running out of tablets, no more stress • We collect, dispense and deliver NHS and private prescriptions • Monitored dosage systems provided free of charge • All our drivers are trained pharmacy staff so can offer help and advice on any medication concerns or questions you may have • Covering the Rotherham area daily • We also offer a mail order service for patients living further away WICKERSLEY FOOT CLINIC Helping you put your best foot forward WE OFFER EVERYTHING FROM A BASIC TOENAIL TRIM TO A SPECIALIST MEDI-PEDI TREAT YOUR FEET FOR WINTER We offer treatments to cure, care for and prevent a range of foot conditions. Whether it be fungal nail infection, corns or cracked heels Try the Prende Warm Wax Therapy Uses paraffin wax infused with essential oils to boost hydration, increase circulation and relax muscles. Great for conditions like eczema, chilblains or stiff joints Expert nail treatments: • Lacuna method fungal nail • Toenail reconstruction • Ingrown toenails Gift vouchers treat someone’s feet Unit 18 Alexandra Centre, Parkgate, Rotherham S62 4JE FULLY INSURED AND DBS CHECKED NEW premises 2a Morthen Road, Wickersley, Rotherham S66 1EU On-site parking available OPEN Mon- Sat with flexible hours and late nights for your convenience 01709 762 212 • www.wickersleyfootclinic.co.uk aroundtownmagazine.co.uk 9
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