New Studies Look at Potential Causes, Impacts and Treatments for IBSAs both an IBS patient and a health writer and journalist, I try to keep current on the latest scientific studies and findings regarding my disorder. Sometimes other commitments and... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sometimes You Just Gotta Laugh…Having IBS is like having a younger brother or sister annoy you every time you’re on the phone with your high school crush. It’s like visiting the country-side and hearing... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
It’s Time to Break the Poop TabooPoop. Turd. Crap. Number two. Stools. Fecal matter. Sh*t. Bowel movements. Dropping the kids off at the pool. There are so many slang words and phrases used to describe poo... By Jo Coates2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Vitamin D for You and for MeA couple of years ago, when I was particularly unhealthy, my doctor told me I had a vitamin D deficiency. Somehow, I’m guessing I’m not the only one here who... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Breaking the Bond between IBS and DepressionI have written a few articles over the years about my IBS and depression, and I am proud to say that since I began this journey of advocating for myself... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Workplace Stress and IBSDue to the nature of my job, I tend to put up a big ol’ block when it comes to ‘workplace stress.’ I work in social services and I would... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Flower Essences for IBSFlower essences are a system of vibrational medicine that works on the subtle emotional level of illnesses. While this may seem a bit woo-woo, myself and many of my clients... By Caitlin Wheat3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My New Years Resolution for 2019Towards the end of the year, I like to reflect on how the year went overall. I do this because it helps me maintain a sense of purpose in life... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Situations That Don’t Work with My IBSOver the past three years, I have noticed that some situations are particularly difficult for me due to my IBS. Usually, it’s the most normal, everyday situations that suddenly become... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medication Management: AntidepressantsOften, I like to share situations that I run across in my work as a social worker to share with others who are suffering with illness of various kinds. Because... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Monkey MindI am happy to report that my IBS has been rather kind to me lately. That’s maybe not the best way to put it though, as I have EARNED my... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
An Embarrassing CoincidenceLately, I’ve been writing a lot about gas and how painful it can be for a person with IBS, especially severe IBS. And since I’ve been writing and thinking a... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Stress and Fear of New EnvironmentsOne commonality amongst many of us who suffer from IBS is that we often experience anxiety in uncomfortable circumstances and new environments. For example, I know that many of us... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis EraThe United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led to a change in the availability and access of opioid-containing... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Bad are Your Mornings?If you struggle with anxiety, have you ever tried to monitor the intensity of it as you go through the day? Mine is always terrible when I get out of... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Commonalities Across the IBS CommunityFor years I’ve been active with many online IBS communities across different social media platforms, and I’ve realized that even though there are different severity levels and triggers to our... By HessP4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Date Night Ideas for People with IBSThe new year is finally here, which means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Now we all know that the real significance behind Valentine’s Day has nothing to do... By HessP4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Took My IBS on Holiday to Italy, Ate All the Gluten and ThrivedA few years ago I did what you shouldn’t do when you have IBS and cut gluten from my diet. It used to trigger certain symptoms, like cramps and bloating... By Jo Coates2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Don’t Give Up on YourselfI would like to start this post by saying that every IBS journey is a trying journey, so please never give up on yourself, or your health. When I first... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Activated Charcoal: Helpful For An IBS-Flare?As a child, whenever I had diarrhea, my family's go-to remedy was Imodium. I didn't have IBS as a child, at least not officially – and it wouldn't be till... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments