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The Pros and Cons of Using a Food and Symptom Journal

By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD - August 18, 2017

People with IBS are often advised to track their symptoms and food intake so that they can work out what’s triggering their symptoms. But one of the things that’s rarely mentioned is... READ MORE

Tips, Tricks and Tools for the IBS Sufferer at Work

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By Ally Godley - August 17, 2017

For my previous job, I had the luxury of working mostly from home. Working from home can be the IBS sufferer’s, chronic illness sufferer’s, dream! I am an extrovert, though, so would... READ MORE

Saving Time and Energy With Food Prep

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By Hannah Noonan - August 16, 2017

During recent treatment for SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) as the cause/contributor to my IBS, I found myself on a restricted diet yet again to try and manage my symptoms (you can read... READ MORE

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Can I have both IBS-C and IBS-D at the same time?

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Your Stories

Started Strict Fodmap Yesterday

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By Jandes - July 26, 2017

I have been dealing with IBS-C for 10 years. The only medical help I get is medication for pain. So, I am going for broke and doing a strict Fodmap. Fortunately over... READ MORE

IBS Success

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By Rory181 - May 30, 2017

Throughout my teens, I had a poor but manageable tolerance for wheat and dairy. It wasn’t until I entered my 20’s did these foods (and others) become a real problem. The progressive... READ MORE

Tired of the Runaround!-19 years old IBS

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By Life - May 27, 2017

We’ve all had the runaround from G.I’s change your diet, exercise more, eat more fiber, Hey! it’s all in your head, Have you tried an anti depressant? As a little kid I... READ MORE

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Featured recipes

IBS Friendly Grilled Tofu

Posted by HessP - August 18th, 2017
As I have mentioned in my past articles and recipes, I am starting to have a deep appreciation for tofu simply because it’s less likely to trigger a negative symptom. Since it... READ MORE

Matcha Latte

Posted by Hannah Noonan - August 8th, 2017
If you are looking for a warm and cosy hug in a mug, then try a Matcha Latte! Unlike regular green tea leaves that are infused in water and then discarded, matcha... READ MORE

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