Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Lower IBS Risk, Study Reveals

A new study suggests that adopting a combination of healthy behaviors can significantly reduce the risk of developing irritable bowel syndrome.

Adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors such as not smoking, getting enough sleep, engaging in physical activity, eating a balanced diet, and moderating alcohol intake can reduce the risk of irritable bowel syndrome by up to 42%.
The study, involving over 64,000 participants, is one of the first large-scale studies to confirm the potential of lifestyle modifications as a primary prevention strategy for IBS.
Quality sleep was identified as the most influential factor in reducing the risk of IBS, with individuals who have high sleep quality having a 27% lower risk.
Moderate alcohol consumption, combined with other healthy behaviors, showed a greater reduction in IBS risk compared to abstaining from alcohol.
The findings highlight the importance of lifestyle choices in the prevention of IBS, suggesting that simple everyday changes can have a significant impact on reducing the risk of developing the condition.