Importantly, IBS itself does not cause weight gain or loss inherently, but its symptoms can indirectly affect nutrition and lifestyle
doi:10.1136/bmj-2025-085304
Researchers suggest the risks may be related to rapid weight loss, changes in metabolism, or reduced nutrient intake that can affect bone density and uric acid levels

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your body can still regulate GH output to some degree (for example, if IGF-1 gets too high, feedback mechanisms can reduce further GH release)