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Having IBS Symptoms For Years. Symptoms Disappeared After Having Papaya. Suggestions?
I have had IBS symptoms for the last few years, and avoid different foods thinking they may be the answer! Have just had 10 days in Fiji and had half a large papaya every morning... now no problems with my bowels and nothing much else changed in my diet. Could the papaya have that affect and if so can I acquire it in another form other than fresh?
many thanks Jeanie
many thanks Jeanie
Fri, 6 Sep 2013
Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist (DM).
Papaya contains lots of fibres and also improve constipation and helps in digestion also. that's why your symptoms of IBS were relieved. so I think if symptoms are better with this you may have to get it fresh.It is not available in other forms.
I hope I have answered your query and this will help you. If you have any further query I will be happy to answer that too. Remain in touch and get-well soon.
Papaya contains lots of fibres and also improve constipation and helps in digestion also. that's why your symptoms of IBS were relieved. so I think if symptoms are better with this you may have to get it fresh.It is not available in other forms.
I hope I have answered your query and this will help you. If you have any further query I will be happy to answer that too. Remain in touch and get-well soon.
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