Pasta with Zucchini and SalmonAfter I got diagnosed with IBS, my first thought has been "OMG! I cannot eat pasta anymore!" but thank God I was wrong! Nowadays we have a lot of options...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Anxiety About Being a Wedding Guest With IBSAh, weddings. Where we celebrate love, eat good food, dance, and just have a blast. Weddings can also be a source of stress. There's so much planning to do, so...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How I Cope During Bad IBS Flare DaysWe all have bad days sometimes. That's just part of life. We who have IBS probably have quite a few more than others. We can do everything in our power...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Gut-Friendly Key Lime Pie and Ice CreamTake your tastebuds to an island paradise with a key lime pie-inspired frozen treat. This ice cream satisfies those dessert cravings while keeping your gut happy and your health goals...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Handle IBS FOMOThe fear of missing out, also known as FOMO, can be a too true experience when struggling with IBS. Whether it’s out with friends, at a family function, or at...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
4 Easy IBS Snacks to Try Right NowIt can be hard to find the perfect snack between meals when you have IBS. What will cause me to have to run to the toilet? What will cause constipation?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Roasted Sweet PlantainHere is a very simple recipe that I absolutely love because it’s so nostalgic for me. Sweet plantain, or plátano Maduro, has been one of the many staples in my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips For Snapping Out Of An Anxiety FlareAnxiety-induced IBS flares aren’t like IBS flares caused by food. They are inherently different in the sense that they are completely unrelated to what I have eaten and can be...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
My Experience With COVID And IBSWell, it finally happened. I contracted COVID at the beginning of this month. I felt it was important to share my experience with the community to share more info about...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Blueberry Baked OatmealI am always looking for new ways to make breakfast. Especially, breakfast that will make my IBS easier right from the get-go. In the past year, I have fallen into...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It Gets BetterJust recently, I was invited to a birthday party at a farm. Since the pandemic, many people have gathered in creative venues to take advantage of fresh air and open spaces. In...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Gene Survey Shows Link Between IBS and Anxiety and Mood DisordersIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has been linked to stress, anxiety, and mood disorders. But whether 1 condition causes the other has stayed open to question. Now a large, international study...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Carrots and Sun-Dried Tomatoes SaladI’ll be honest, after being diagnosed with IBS, carrots and zucchini have become my go-to veggies. I have discovered that they are incredibly versatile and low-FODMAP and as a result...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Experience With Iron Supplements and IBS-DCan iron tablets help with IBS-D symptoms, or do they just make them worse? When being prescribed iron supplements, doctors usually point out that they can upset the stomach. Whenever...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Anxiety and IBS: A Vicious CycleAs I once again fasted in order to leave my home, I began to feel a number of emotions. Primarily, I began to feel angry about the impact IBS has...Reactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Blue Magic Fiber Bites for IBS-CTired of a grumbling tummy in between meals? Let’s face it; it always happens at the worst (and most silent) moments. Instead of running on empty, keep full using these...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To Those Who Do Not Have IBSWhen I think about things I wish others knew about IBS, I can make a list a mile long it feels. If you have ever had a stomach bug and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Wakey, Wakey, Tummy Achy"WAKEY, WAKEY! TUMMY ACHY!" is what my IBS shouts at me every single morning, startling me awake from my not-so-sound sleep. Well, there's not actually any screaming involved, by the...Reactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Eggplant ParmesanWhen I am craving comfort food, I lean towards cheesy, saucy, belly-warming foods. For me, that has always been eggplant parmesan. It is also my go-to dish to make as...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Showing Self-Compassion in Our IBS JourneyBeing one who suffers from IBS, you know that the majority of your life honestly revolves around IBS. It could be planning a trip and making sure you know where...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
