First 3 Steps in IBS TreatmentWhen you first get diagnosed with IBS it can be overwhelming. What does it mean? How can I fix it? Then you...reactionscomments
How Eating in Europe Helped My IBSWhen I was 25, I went overseas to spend a month in Europe, where my boyfriend at the time was living. Over...reactions2comments
Is Talk Therapy Right for You?I believe that different types of ‘talk’ therapy can be of great benefit for people who struggle with illness. From my perspective...reactionscomments
Are My Health Concerns Dramatic or Valid?One of the unfortunate and interesting things about having irritable bowel syndrome is that I have periods in life when I think...reactions10comments
Forgiving OurselvesI tend to blame myself for a lot of things that I probably should not. Sometimes it’s obvious things like a relationship...reactionscomments
Meditation, Breathing and DistractionAs has been discussed many times before, it is possible that one of the causes of IBS is anxiety, stress and chronic...reactionscomments
Why Mindful Eating Matters, Part 1Anyone struggling with IBS knows stress can worsen symptoms. As a naturopathic physician, I often hear reports from patients about the ways...reactions1comment
My Story Of Seeking Help For My IBSWhen I was first diagnosed with IBS, going on 5 years ago now, all I wanted was for someone to help me...reactionscomments
Dealing with Emetophobia and IBSAs if having IBS wasn’t tough enough, when you add emetophobia into the mix – it can make your situation a whole...reactions9comments
4 Ways to Embrace IBSFor many people with IBS, a sensitive gut can feel like a ball and chain. You might go through a constant negotiation...reactions2comments
Why Mindful Eating Matters, Part 2In the first part of my article on this topic, I described how eating in a low-stress environment may decrease food reactivity...reactions3comments
What is Alpha Lipoic Acid and Can it Offer IBS Relief?In addition to IBS, I unfortunately also suffer from a lot of spinal issues and back pain. This is due to a...reactionscomments
Learning to Deal with AnxietyMany people with IBS struggle with anxiety, stress or whatever the individual (or their doctor) wants to call it. I was diagnosed...reactions1comment
My IBS CalendarI am one of the many people that finds journaling to be a very important part of my wellness routine. That said...reactions2comments
Things I Miss From Before I Had IBSWhen I was a teenager, I was able to do so much (i.e. work, play sports, go to parties, etc.) that I...reactionscomments
Everyone Else's ExpectationsI have said several times as we have gone along that we should all concern ourselves less with external expectations. By external...reactionscomments
Does Your Gut “Itch?”I’m always on the lookout for new research findings that could help people like us with IBS. My current regimen is holding...reactions8comments
Is It Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency or IBS?There are many signs, symptoms, and conditions that can mimic irritable bowel syndrome. I believe it is important to be knowledgeable in...reactions4comments
What is Sodium Alginate and How Can It Help Digestion?In trying to manage both my GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease) and my IBS, I have had to play a delicate balancing act...reactions3comments
Working From HomeI have been contemplating working from home full-time due to illness issues. Obviously, one of those issues is IBS. I believe that...reactions1comment
