Vitamin D is essential for general well-being, including bone health, immune function, mental health as well as gut health. (Source: File Photo) Vitamin D is essential for general well-being, including bone health, immune function, mental health as well as gut health. (Source: File Photo)Regular consumption of Vitamin D supplements could help to ease painful irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms as well as quality of life, a new study has found. Low Vitamin D status has already been associated with the risk of colorectal cancer and has been implicated in inflammatory bowel disease. Eating Vitamin D supplements may help ease symptoms which can include abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation.

Source: Indian Express January 25, 2018 08:25 UTC