Stopping caffeinated drinks can cause C for a few days but as you know caffeine is a strong GI stimulant so it is worth while going through a small C period to get off the caffeine.
The junction between the small and large intestine is on the lower right hand side of your body. Pain or discomfort of the left hand side is common place for IBS symptoms.
You might also check the first two links in my signature for more information on a clinically tested diet for managing functional bowel disorders like IBS. I use a combination of Heather's EFI diet and the FODMAP diet discussed in the links to successfully manage my symptoms.
Good luck
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Re: Having Flare Up - Left Side Ache & Need Food Advice
