What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
New Research About Low FODMAP DietThere are many studies about the potential causes of IBS. Currently, studies appear to show that IBS results from a miscommunication between...reactions5comments
Fast Food and Other IBS Travel NightmaresI recently took a vacation that involved being on the road for more than 60 hours in total. Being on the road...reactions27comments
Taming Holiday StressThe holidays are a wonderful time of joy, cheer and goodwill to all…and the extra shopping, the crowded parking lots, the increase...reactionscomments
Is It Anxiety or IBS?How can I confuse anxiety and IBS symptoms when they are 2 completely different things? Well, they are not, really. At least...reactions40comments
Snacking and Small Portions Improved My IBS SymptomsFolks, for years, I have done battle with my large intestine. It usually fires the first shot. A warning gurgle, a gas...reactions10comments
My Old Adventures in FoodThere were so many things I was proud of growing up. For instance, I loved my name, Sawyer. It was so unique...reactions8comments
Planes, Trains, and Cars: IBS and TravelBefore I developed IBS, I used to be able to travel anywhere I wanted without too much planning. Now, I need to...reactions1comment
Speeding Home To Prevent An IBS AccidentLet’s talk about that moment when you are driving, and like a ton of bricks, you get hit with incredible urgency. You...reactions40comments
My IBS is Out of HidingIt's been over a year since I wrote my last article for IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. I'm happy to be back, but also not so...reactions27comments
Managing Constipation With IBSAs I've mentioned in previous articles, I tend to be within the range of IBS-M, with a little diarrhea here and a...reactions16comments
IBS Is Like a Snake From the PastWhen my daughter was 3, I moved back into my dad's house–my childhood home. My sister had just recently moved back as...reactions4comments
Eating Well and Exercising With DepressionDepression is one of the most common mental illnesses, especially in those who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Up to 30 percent...reactionscomments
Jumping on Trampolines with IBSMy 5-year-old nephew had his birthday party recently, and it was at a trampoline venue. It was the coolest concept. Trampolines everywhere...reactions14comments
Having to Eat Before a TripMy week, much like IBS, is never consistent. I find myself on an alternating schedule of complete chaos or being a homebody...reactions8comments
Managing MedicationI have always hated taking pills. Even when I was little, I avoided taking aspirin or all-in-one cold relievers like the plague...reactionscomments
Sorry, Not Sorry That I’m Canceling AgainHave plans to go to your favorite restaurant? CANCELED! How about a nice long walk at the local park CANCELED! Well, then...reactions10comments
Feeling Misunderstood and Lonely With IBSLike many other people living with IBS, my symptoms started in quite a subtle way. Every night, after dinner, I felt like...reactions23comments
The Squatty Potty ReviewHaving IBS-C can be difficult at times when things are stuck and just don’t want to move! So when I stumbled across...reactionscomments
Let's Talk About ConstipationI’m a recent victim—wait, that makes me sound like an autopsy corpse—make that “lucky winner” of a diagnosis of IBS with constipation...reactions2comments
