Mindfulness training may help with symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, study finds

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Mindfulness training may help with symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, study finds

A recent study of adult women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) found that an 8‑week mindfulness training program led to significantly lower IBS symptoms at 6 and 12 months after the training. Additionally, anxiety and depression symptoms improved in this group. The study was published in Mindfulness. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common digestive disorder that affects the large intestine. It causes symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, g…