Guilty of Eating Trigger Foods“Order in the court! Order in the court!” the judge yells while slamming his gavel repeatedly. “The jury has finally reached a verdict regarding the case of Hess P vs... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
An IBS Tip: It's Not Just What You Eat But HowA lot of IBS posts both on here and other sites seem to focus mainly on diet itself--that is, what the person with IBS should or should not eat in... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why isn't this Diet Working Anymore?Over the last year or so I have been adherent of the low FODMAP/GFCF (gluten free/casein free) diet. I have had really, really good luck with it and continue to... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS and Whole Wheat: A Bad Combination?We hear it all the time, especially on commercials: whole grain foods are healthier for us than white-flour foods. In other words, when opting for bread or pasta, go whole... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Low-Fructose Diet May Ease IBS SymptomsAs a spoonie, I am no stranger to trying different diets in order to gauge what works better for my body. Over the years, I've had to tweak and re-tweak... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Lunches That Are Easy on the StomachLunch time is by far the worst meal of the day for me. I tend to not eat breakfast, unless it's something mild like oatmeal or yogurt. I've been trying... By Tori Whitney2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The Connection Between Food Intolerance and IBSThough I have a range of health disorders, I miraculously seem to not be afflicted by any allergies, including food allergies. My digestive issues have caused me to get tested... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How to Choose the Best Meal Off a MenuOne of the things people with IBS find hardest is eating out and what to order. There are often many unknowns in sauces and other parts of recipes. It is... By Caitlin Wheat2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
1-Day SIBO Bi-Phasic Diet Meal PlanSo there are many different diets used to treat or manage SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), and the SIBO Bi-Phasic Diet is one them. It combines the low FODMAP diet... By Hannah Noonan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Food as a Tool in IBSMany people with IBS have an interesting relationship with food. If you react to everything every time you eat, food is not your friend. As a naturopath and nutritionist one... By Caitlin Wheat3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
1-Day Low FODMAP Meal PlanYou’ve probably heard about the low FODMAP diet. Perhaps it has even been recommended to you by your healthcare professional. But have you tried it? Starting something new can feel... By Hannah Noonan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Trigger Foods and AlternativesAs someone who has suffered with IBS since childhood, the kinds of foods I can and can't eat have changed, and even worsened, over the years. Foods I used to... By Tori Whitney2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
When Spice is NOT so NiceWe probably have all heard of this at some point: spicy foods can cause diarrhea and even contribute to IBS. But that's not always true, at least of all spices... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Do Prebiotics Help or Hinder IBS? Probiotics are well known for their role in gut health, but lesser known and understood are prebiotics. Prebiotics can be confusing for people suffering from IBS, as many prebiotic containing... By Andrea Hardy RD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ginger, the Root RemedyGinger is a plant from tropical regions, similar to turmeric, and grows underground. Its stem puts out lateral shoots called a rhizome, which give it the look of a cute... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Changing Up the DietHas anyone ever heard that if you continue to do the same exercise routine over and over, that your body will get used to it and will refuse to give... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS Diet Tips: How I Cut Down on Fat and Still Enjoyed EatingOne thing I realized early on in my IBS journey was that fatty, rich foods could be a major trigger. In particular, it seemed condiments caused a lot of tummy... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What to Eat When You Have IBSIf you have IBS, you have likely heard of the low FODMAP diet or tried it yourself. While the low FODMAP diet is extremely effective in reducing symptoms, the results... By Andrea Hardy RD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Are You Keeping a Diet Diary?Your best friend when it comes to your IBS treatment should be a diet and symptom diary. This basically means writing down everything that you eat and drink and the... By Caitlin Wheat2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Afraid to Eat? Me? Hah!In some ways my fear knows no bounds. Take spiders. I’m paralyzed the moment I spot one scurrying across the carpet. It’s all I can do to regain muscle function... By Kim Dolce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments