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Treat Pain With Heat
IBS isn’t only embarrassing, it’s often incredibly painful, too. Over-the-counter pain relievers can be pretty hard on your already upset stomach, so go the gentle route and treat the discomfort with a bit of heat therapy.
Applying something warm directly to your belly is both psychologically soothing and physically soothing. Try a hot water bottle — a classic treatment for a sore tummy, but one that has stood the test of time. You could also heat your body from the inside with a mug of warm tea (try mint for extra stomach-soothing impact), or hot water with lemon and honey.
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