Stella: The Dog That Saved My LifeI don’t like to tell this story. It’s very personal and brings up a lot of very strong feelings. But, because it is Pet Month here on IrritableBowelSyndorm.net, I thought... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance Of WaterWe all know we should drink plenty of water, but do we do it? And just how much should you drink? Water is so critical for our health, and it’s... By Emily Downward3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Even If Stress Is A Trigger For IBS, It’s Not All In Your HeadWhen I was first diagnosed with IBS, I was told that I was causing my symptoms. That it was all in my head and if I stopped worrying so much... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Exercise for IBSDepending on your age, weight, gender and about a thousand other factors, the exercise part of your self-care routine can look very different. I think in today’s body obsessed culture... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS-C- More Than ConstipationIf you’re not an IBS sufferer and hear IBS-C, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, you may just think that IBS-C patients may have a little more constipation than others. Chronic... By Ally Marie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Why Don't You Just Get A Pet?One of the most overlooked ways of managing illness of any kind is the thought of providing a pet with a loving home. Not only are you providing one of... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS Doesn't Care About Your LifeIn my past couple of articles about my experiences with IBS, I have tried to share my intentions and 'game plan' for dealing with a life disrupted, and sometimes stopped... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Power of PetsI’ve never been much of a cat person, and for years, I wasn’t fond of many dogs, either. But my feelings about animals changed when my husband and daughter brought... By Becky Oleson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Anything New Can Make Your IBS Flare, But Don't Let it Stop YouOne of the most frustrating things about IBS is that you can have everything under control, with no flare ups occurring, and then next thing you know you’re barely functioning... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Caring For Yourself...AlwaysLiving with IBS presents many challenges. Some are easily overcome and others are not. While the idea of ‘mind, body, spirit’ has been tossed around in popular culture, the idea... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips on Staying PositiveThe journey to better health while having IBS is a very bumpy road to travel on. There will always be ups and downs that will cause setbacks and misery, but... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Are Probiotics Worth the Money?When I first went to the doctor for IBS almost 6 years ago, I received a laundry list of items to pick up at my local Whole Foods that should... By Ally Marie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
IBS Venting Session Vol. 1As many of you already know, being an IBS sufferer is very hard, and I wanted to use this opportunity to get some things off of my chest. Some, or... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBSelf CareSelf-care isn’t selfish. This is a new mantra that I have learned, and have learned to live by recently. I’ve always known that self-care was important, but it’s not something... By Ally Marie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Middle Way and the Brand New YearIn a previous article, I touched upon the significance the concept of The Middle Way has on my life and correspondingly, to my struggle with IBS. While the ideas of... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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. My symptoms were intense, causing me a lot... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Why You Need a “Can’t Wait” CardHave you heard of the "Can't Wait" card? It basically states you have a serious medical condition that requires you to use a bathroom urgently. Having one is helpful in... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS and New Year's ResolutionsIn Australia, New Year’s Day coincides with the summer holidays when another school year is over and most people get some time off from workto spend with family and friends. Many... By Hannah Noonan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shame, Shame, Shame on the IBS BrainThrough my job in social services, I work with many people whose troubles are rooted in a deep- seated sense of shame. Shame about things that have happened to them, shame... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Congress Approves 21st Century Cures ActCongress recently approved a new healthcare-centered bill called the 21st Century Cures Act. The bipartisan bill passed in the House of Representatives by a 396-to-26 vote, and in the Senate... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments