HessP

Hess Polanco is a patient advocate, writer, husband, and father who has been living with IBS since 2009. After years of unexplained pain and countless doctor visits, he finally got his official diagnosis in 2014, and rather than keeping that experience to himself, he decided to do something with it. Read more.

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Date Night Ideas for People with IBS

The new year is finally here, which means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Now we all know that the real...

By HessP

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Jealous of People Without IBS

I am not a perfect person and I don’t pretend to be. As much as I share the good, I also share...

By HessP

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IBS Venting Session Vol 2.

Because of my IBS, I hardly leave my house. In fact, I hardly even call anyone on the phone anymore, including my...

By HessP

4 min read

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False Alarms

One of the worst parts of dealing with IBS is the false alarms, let alone the interruptions. I truly dislike with a...

By HessP

4 min read

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Breaking the Bond between IBS and Depression

I have written a few articles over the years about my IBS and depression, and I am proud to say that since...

By HessP

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The Scariest Thing About Having IBS

So, what’s the scariest thing about having a chronic invisible illness, such as IBS? Well, allow me to try to paint a...

By HessP

3 min read

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IBS is More Than Just Stomach Pain

As an IBS sufferer, it’s rare that I experience physically good days. I get woken up by pain; therefore, I wake up...

By HessP

3 min read

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IBS-Friendly Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup

I always enjoy a nice, hearty soup, especially if it’s IBS friendly. As many of you already know, I have been experimenting...

By HessP

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Getting Treatment for My IBS Hasn’t Been Easy

There have been many times in my life when certain people used to ask me why I don’t see a doctor regularly...

By HessP

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IBS-Friendly Fish Tacos

Who loves taco Tuesdays!? I know I do! I remember growing up eating tacos and my mom always had her special way...

By HessP

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IBS-Friendly Ketchup

Hi IBS community! As an IBS sufferer, I’m always trying out new recipes that taste good and sit well in my stomach...

By HessP

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IBS-Friendly Pizza

Hey fellow IBS sufferers! I want to share with you guys an IBS-friendly pizza recipe. I’ll be honest, this is one of...

By HessP

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Strawberry Ginger Citrus Tea

Finding sweet drinks that do not trigger my symptoms is really difficult. Most of the juices or teas on sale at the...

By HessP

0 min read

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Raising Kids With IBS Can Be Difficult

My heart truly goes out to those who are single parents and struggling because having children is not and should never be...

By HessP

4 min read

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Describing My IBS Pain

My IBS has evolved a lot over the years. It started out with frequent bouts of diarrhea, constipation, and nausea. Now, it’s...

By HessP

4 min read

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Pumpkin Spice Smoothie For IBS-C

This pumpkin smoothie recipe is great for the fall and winter seasons. It’s a delicious drink and contains enough fiber so if...

By HessP

0 min read

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IBS-Friendly Chicken Stock

Many of the dishes I make during the colder months require a broth of some kind (like chicken or beef stock). However...

By HessP

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IBS-Friendly Quiche

If there is anything I can handle eating anytime of the day its EGGS. I love that I can prepare them in...

By HessP

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IBS-Friendly Shepherd’s Pie

Here’s an IBS-friendly dish that is great for the holiday season and can fill a whole family – IBS Friendly Shepherd’s Pie!...

By HessP

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IBS-Friendly Collard Greens

I love collard greens and think they are great any time of year. If you’ve never tried them, then I think you...

By HessP

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