Urgency Abroad: An Accident in SpainIn January I trekked off to Europe for a two week excursion to Spain. Although I have traveled and even lived abroad, this was my first trip to Europe and... By Elizabeth Alvarez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Back Problems and IBSI have struggled with back problems for a very long time. Basically, a combination of sports-related injury in my "early years" (lol) and just plain getting older. IBS provides several... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Long Do FODMAPs Take to Trigger IBS Symptoms?For people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), meals can lead to uncomfortable IBS symptoms. They may leave you running to the bathroom shortly after you have finished eating. This can... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping with IBS-M Flares: The End of Symptom-free DaysAfter a nice bit of a reprieve from IBS-M symptoms, I have experienced a string of IBS-C (constipation) flares. These flares have been off and on for a couple of... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
How My Bowel Fakes Me OutMy bowel often seems to play cat and mouse with me. It goes like this. I am going about my business when I get a sudden urge to evacuate my... By Kim Dolce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Fiber and IBSIf you are living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), addressing your fiber intake is important and worthwhile before tackling more complex dietary strategies. Managing fiber alone can really help IBS... By Meredith East-Powell3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Relationship Dynamics and IBSHaving a chronic illness like IBS significantly impacts my everyday life. Not only does it affect me personally, but it also influences my relationship with my partner, my children, and... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How Oxalates Impact IBSOxalates are a natural compound that is found in many types of food such as nuts, seeds, and leafy greens. These are typically considered healthy foods. But for some people... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Working Out and IBSI'm going to start off by saying I'm not someone who has a strict workout regimen. However, before getting officially diagnosed with IBS, and even for a bit afterwards, whenever... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Pasta Salad With Lemon, Tuna, and MintLife is a challenge. Growing up in a relatively safe time, with economic stability, and facing what the world is experiencing now, adaptation is the key to a happy life... By Tiziana BoaroBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Italian Rice Salad For Summer DaysEvery food culture in the world has some staple dishes that never change and every family adapts to their own tastes and fantasy. One of these dishes, during boiling hot... By Tiziana BoaroBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Join The Conversation: How Do You Reduce Stress?Living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can often feel like sailing through a stormy sea of unchartered waters – because what settles well with you today can very likely trigger... By IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Morning Routines and FMLAOver the many years of struggling with IBS, I’ve dealt with so many iterations of the illness that it becomes a series of adjusting and re-adjusting to whatever ‘mode’ IBS... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Going to the Beach with IBSSummer is around the corner, and beach days are inevitable. Soaking up the sun and taking in the ocean air is dreamy, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
IBS Friendly Carrot Spaghetti With Tomato SauceWhen it comes to veggies, it's never easy for us IBS pals. I love my veggies, and honestly, I could easily live with a vegan diet, but with IBS, it's... By Tiziana BoaroBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS Lessons From The Holistic Health CommunityI spend too much time on social media. Sometimes, it’s just because I’m bored and keep scrolling for no reason. Other times, it’s because I can’t find the information I’m... By Karina4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS, Constipation, and Bladder Leakage: Pelvic Floor DysfunctionI’m getting older. I’ve had four children. While bladder leakage shouldn’t be considered normal, it is common and was not unexpected. It’s a minor (major) annoyance, but I did expect... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Addiction and IBSEver heard the theory that we crave food and drink we are allergic to? My research found that there is a scientific explanation for this and a method to control... By Kim Dolce4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Orange and Feta SaladMy fiancé and I always have a disagreement when it comes to food. I love fruit inside my salads, Luca hates fruit in his salads. I find that the juiciness... By Tiziana BoaroBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Is IBS Related to GERD, Acid Reflux, and Heartburn?Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The GI tract includes all the organs that are responsible for moving and digesting food. The most common symptoms of IBS... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments