Anxiety and IBS: A Vicious CycleAs I once again fasted in order to leave my home, I began to feel a number of emotions. Primarily, I began...reactions24comments
To Those Who Do Not Have IBSWhen I think about things I wish others knew about IBS, I can make a list a mile long it feels. If...reactionscomments
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be...reactionscomments
Shame and IBSLike all of us, I began having stomach/bowel problems long before I was diagnosed with IBS. It was embarrassing to spend hours...reactions2comments
Types of IBS: IBS Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All"I have IBS." When you tell someone you have IBS, they often think you have diarrhea. Many think that is what IBS...reactions9comments
Setting Boundaries and Saying NoI am a people pleaser. No matter the situation, more than likely, if you ask me for help or to do something...reactions19comments
Why I AdvocateIf you had told me 20 years ago I would be sitting here writing about my bathroom problems, I would have laughed...reactions2comments
Can IBS Ever Let Me Be On Time?Isn’t it awful when you have to be somewhere at a certain time, and your IBS symptoms kick into high gear just...reactions15comments
How IBS Changed My LifeHaving IBS has changed my life. A lot. I'm not just talking about the inability to go on a trip with friends...reactions2comments
IBS and Other ConditionsOne thing that I always thought I wanted was a name for what was wrong with me. I thought naming why I...reactionscomments
Cooking and Being a Foodie With IBSCooking is one of my favorite hobbies. It's a calming activity to me, especially when I can cook for other people. I...reactions4comments
Advocating for My IBS SymptomsOnce I hit adulthood and had a child of my own, I realized the importance of advocating for others. Whether that is...reactionscomments
Can A Flare Be Just Bloating?Recently, I have experienced a whole new side of my IBS: a flare that consisted of only bloating and pain. I have...reactions1comment
IBS While Being KosherI have kept kosher since I was 9 years old. Okay, partially kosher. I don't eat meat and dairy together (when I...reactionscomments
Digestive Issues and SexDigestive issues can complicate your life in many ways, one of which can be your sex life. With IBS, there’s a lot...reactionscomments
Have You Tried Licorice?A few months ago, I experienced a multi-day IBS flare-up that had me staying close to home and afraid to eat much...reactions3comments
Illnesses with IBSI tend to be a careful person when it comes to germs. I have a couple of things going on in my...reactions2comments
IBS Affects Our Quality of LifeWe have all heard the old adage "quality over quantity." I am a strong believer that quality of life is extremely important...reactions23comments
3 Strategies to Attend Outdoor Events With IBSI recently was invited to a birthday party at the park. Going to the park while experiencing an IBS flare can be...reactions10comments
Against the Grain With Invisible IssuesI have always been different from those around me. I was the heavy girl in school—the girl who kept to herself and...reactions4comments
