Welcome to the monthly eNewsletter of the 
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD)

Digestive Health Monthly - January 2017
 

January is National Thank-You Month. Thanks to your actions, in 2016 IFFGD and the digestive health community made great strides to raise public awareness of the burden of illness and unmet needs of all those affected by a chronic digestive condition and encourage research into life-altering treatments.

We are grateful for all of your efforts over the past year and look forward to continuing to serve this vibrant community in 2017.

Thank You.
Share Your Story

Sharing your experience of living with a chronic, life-altering condition, such as a functional gastrointestinal (GI) or motility disorder, can provide a therapeutic release for you as well as encouragement for others who may be suffering. 

Share your story  with the digestive health community.
 
Which Probiotic is Right for Me?  

There is a growing interest in the use of probiotics to manage symptoms of functional GI and motility disorders. Because of this, the variety of products, and claims for their usefulness, is also increasing.

Finding the right probiotic may seem like trying to find a needle in a haystack, but  here are some tips 
from the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics to help you find a credible probiotic product.
What is CSID? 

Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID) is a genetic disorder that affects a person's ability to digest certain sugars. People with this condition cannot break down the sugars sucrose and maltose, and other compounds made from simple sugar molecules (carbohydrates), which can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other symptoms.

Learn more  about CSID and its treatments.
 
Relaxation Tips to Help Manage IBS Symptoms

IBS, like other functional GI disorders, is a disorder of gut-brain interactions. The ability to relax your body, such as through muscle relaxation, breathing exercises, yoga, or meditation, is a helpful tool for managing your symptoms. 

Find relaxation techniques  to help you manage your symptoms of IBS. 
IFFGD is a nonprofit organization. We rely on donor support to fund research and to provide reliable information and support to those affected by functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders.


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