IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is an intestinal disorder that causes pain in the stomach, wind, diarrhoea and constipation.  IBS affects about 7 percent of New Zealanders.

Erin O'Hara, naturopath and wellness expert explained that this condition refers to a collection of symptoms, which makes is harder to diagnose and research.

Erin O'Hara also says that there are many possible causes for this condition, which makes it all the more important to identity and manage.

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