The Intersection Between OCD and IBSIn addition to many of the physical ailments I have, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), I also have a couple of mental...reactions12comments
Vegetables for IBS-D: Eating Without FlaresI’ve always had an unhealthy relationship with vegetables. As a child, I hated them all. As a young adult, I suddenly realized...reactions9comments
Why a Low FODMAP Diet Might Not Work for IBSA low FODMAP diet is a go-to diet for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It involves reducing foods with high...reactions20comments
Facing The Unpredictability Of IBS At The OfficeLiving with IBS and working in an office can be a challenge. But I’m lucky enough to work for a niche fragrance...reactions6comments
Disappearing Behind Your Invisible IllnessHave you ever noticed that the invisible illnesses we live with often make us actually seem or feel invisible? We disappear behind...reactions4comments
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...reactions19comments
How School Helped Me Understand the Vicious Cycle of IBS and AnxietyIn high school, I did not have the luxury of knowing why I was always incredibly uncomfortable. I didn’t know that the...reactions7comments
Staying Sane With An IBS ChainOkay, so last time I told the tale of my battle with a burrito and 90 oz. of coffee. I’m pleased to...reactionscomments
IBS and Mood DisordersHave you ever felt like your stomach is tied up in knots while your mind is tangled in a web of emotions?...reactions3comments
Box Breathing and How It Helps With StressOur lives are filled with family obligations, work and school responsibilities, healthcare appointments, and busy schedules. Stress is a normal part of...reactions2comments
The Mental Load of IBSAs IBS sufferers, we often talk about the physical symptoms of the illness. The urgency, the cramps, the painful bloating – they're...reactions85comments
Why Farting is a Minefield with IBSCan we take a second to talk about gas? How painful, annoying and embarrassing it can be for people with IBS. Because...reactions20comments
Just Breathing Helps IBSIn the quest for some relief from IBS symptoms, I think we’ll all agree that we will try almost anything. After trying...reactions7comments
Depression, Anxiety, and Panic Disorders with IBSMore than half (51 percent) of those who took our 5th annual In America survey reported having anxiety or panic disorders. Forty-three...reactions21comments
Constipation Makes Me Feel Like Crap!Constipation makes me feel like crap! And it annoys the hell out of me, what with the bloating and literally feeling like...reactions6comments
Kay was My Flare BuddyWhen I was a young mother, I used to go to Kay's house for coffee (after several cups, I would go use...reactions3comments
IBS and Camping Don't Always MixI went camping back in the summer, with my sister and a couple of friends. We had quite a large tent that...reactions8comments
Undiagnosed IBS, But Still ValidHello, everyone, it's nice to meet you. I'm Thyme. I'm currently 21 and would like to share my IBS story. This story...reactions6comments
Janie's Story - Navigating Life With IBSMy name is Janie and I am 70+ years old. I have struggled with constipation for at least 15 years. For the...reactions1comment
The IBS "C" of 40 years that suddenly changed to chronic IBS "D" & why!Half of my life (over 40 years) consisted of regular bouts of constipation, sometimes so bad that a visit to a therapist...reactions1comment
