My Old Adventures in FoodThere were so many things I was proud of growing up. For instance, I loved my name, Sawyer. It was so unique...reactions6comments
Planes, Trains, and Cars: IBS and TravelBefore I developed IBS, I used to be able to travel anywhere I wanted without too much planning. Now, I need to...reactions1comment
The Scariest Thing About Having IBSSo, what’s the scariest thing about having a chronic invisible illness, such as IBS? Well, allow me to try to paint a...reactions54comments
Speeding Home To Prevent An IBS AccidentLet’s talk about that moment when you are driving, and like a ton of bricks, you get hit with incredible urgency. You...reactions40comments
IBS and Weight FluctuationsI recently had a health scare. Before the issue was discovered, I was stuck in a nonstop IBS-D flare and had lost...reactions19comments
Propolis as a Possible New Treatment for IBS-C and IBS-MThe exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is not well-known. Doctors have a variety of theories for what could be involved...reactionscomments
My IBS is Out of HidingIt's been over a year since I wrote my last article for IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. I'm happy to be back, but also not so...reactions27comments
Self-Massage for ConstipationSince I had a hysterectomy at the end of 2019, I have been experiencing sporadic constipation, which I hadn't experienced in many...reactions6comments
5 Grains and Veggie SaladIt was an incredibly hot summer in Europe, and I could not stand warm food to eat, so I organized myself to...reactionscomments
IBS Stigma at WorkLately, it feels like my world has fallen apart, mostly due to huge life changes that have happened over the last year...reactions20comments
What Is Asafoetida and How Can I Use It?If you are living with IBS, there is a good chance you have discovered that certain foods make your symptoms worse. Two...reactions7comments
A Sample Day of Plant-Based Meals for People With IBSWhile adopting a plant-based diet may seem like the most recent food trend, its benefits are worth the hype. Eating a plant-based...reactions2comments
IBS Is Like a Snake From the PastWhen my daughter was 3, I moved back into my dad's house–my childhood home. My sister had just recently moved back as...reactions4comments
Eating Well and Exercising With DepressionDepression is one of the most common mental illnesses, especially in those who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Up to 30 percent...reactionscomments
Butternut Squash MuffinsHot take: pumpkin is overrated. A quick Google search will give you an endless list of pumpkin recipes, especially desserts. You do...reactions2comments
Jumping on Trampolines with IBSMy 5-year-old nephew had his birthday party recently, and it was at a trampoline venue. It was the coolest concept. Trampolines everywhere...reactions14comments
Managing Constipation With IBSAs I've mentioned in previous articles, I tend to be within the range of IBS-M, with a little diarrhea here and a...reactions16comments
Having to Eat Before a TripMy week, much like IBS, is never consistent. I find myself on an alternating schedule of complete chaos or being a homebody...reactions8comments
IBS Flares Are Not Always PredictableWhat is that saying? "Make plans, and the universe will laugh at you?" Well, today, I learned that when I try to...reactions16comments
Managing MedicationI have always hated taking pills. Even when I was little, I avoided taking aspirin or all-in-one cold relievers like the plague...reactionscomments
