Both sweet potatoes and ginger provide anti-inflammatory benefits to those with IBS. Aside from this, sweet potatoes (particularly the orange variety) are rich in manganese, potassium and vitamins. Ginger, meanwhile, is already known for its gut-soothing properties. This snack is gentle on the gut and is only lightly sweetened.

2 medium orange sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

3-inch ginger, peeled and crushed

¼ cup brown or muscovado sugar

5 cups water

1. Bring water to a boil over medium heat.

2. Add the crushed ginger and sweet potatoes. Simmer for 12-15 minutes.

3. Once the water starts boiling again, add sugar and boil until sugar dissolves.