Dragon Fruit Tropical Smoothie Bowl for IBS-CDrift away to the island tropics with this IBS-friendly smoothie bowl. It elicits "vacation vibes" with vibrant fruits such as pineapple, raspberries, and dragon fruit. Loaded with feel-full fiber, this... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Relieving IBS Pain: The Power of MusicWhile music is not actually a pain reliever, it is a distraction from the pain. The distraction often provides a decent bit of relief for me because it allows me... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why I Take Magnesium and Vitamin C to Help Treat ConstipationAs I wrote in the past, I have had IBS for more than two decades, starting in my junior year of college. In that time, I have experienced both ends... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
IBS-Friendly Baking GuideDo you love cakes, cookies, muffins, bread, and anything doughy? Commonly made with gluten-abundant flour, honey, high fructose corn syrup, confectionary sugar, and milk, store-bought baked goods are essentially a... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocating for My IBS SymptomsOnce I hit adulthood and had a child of my own, I realized the importance of advocating for others. Whether that is me being her advocate when a bully at... By Shannon Grantham3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Gnocchi Cacio e PepeThis recipe will have you singing "Mamma Mia" from the rooftop! It's a classic Italian favorite but with a healthy and colorful twist. Unlike traditional recipes, this rendition has gone... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Was Your Gut Health Before IBS?I’m wondering: how was your gut health before IBS? Were you able to eat anything and everything? Or was your digestive system always a problem for you? My gut health... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How to Prep IBS-Friendly Snacks for an On-the-Go LifestyleWhen you don’t have packed snacks, finding an outside fuel source may feel like the IBS-version of Russian Roulette. Will it trigger symptoms, or will it not? So, instead, you... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Missing OutHave you ever had one of those days where you just want to throw in the towel and give up? I think we all have. There are times when no... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
IBS: The Effect of Drastic Diet ChangesI have IBS-M, and my flares flip-flop back and forth from one extreme to the other on a fairly regular basis. There is no normal for me. It is an... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Cajun Seafood BoilEnjoy the heavenly aroma of warm spices as delicious seafood, potatoes, and chicken sausage envelop the taste of Cajun-inspired cuisine. Like a Jackson Pollock, this recipe contains a whimsical flair... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS-D Symptoms, RankedHaving IBS-D provides me with a variety of symptoms. Some are merely a nuisance; others make life feel impossible at times. Lately, I’ve been experiencing some new forms of IBS... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Not Letting IBS Win This Holiday SeasonHolidays in the south consist of families getting together, visiting, and eating. For those of us with IBS, that means awkwardness, worrying about making it to the bathroom, and not... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Zucchini Sweet Potato FrittersNo need to cross your fingers about these fritters! They are made with colorful vegetables—each packed with unique phytonutrients that help your body be its best. This versatile vegetable is... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS Symptoms and Religious FastingSeptember 15, 2021 marked the start of Yom Kippur, the Jewish day of atonement, which requires fasting (no eating or drinking or consuming anything of any kind), for those that... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
IBS in Stressful SituationsI’ve been through a certain number of stressful situations lately. Between emergency room visits with my son and my partner having a motorcycle accident, we’ve had our fair share of... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Arthritis and IBSMy God, is it Hell getting old. During my long period of isolation, I did have several bouts of IBS trouble, but honestly, for the most part, it was the... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Telehealth Visits Helped Ease My AnxietyWhen COVID began shutting down our town, one of the first things the healthcare system I worked for implemented was telehealth appointments for those who didn’t have to be seen... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Perfect Polenta BitesWhen your tastebuds are craving everything from cheesy to salty to crispy — polenta bites to the rescue! They add an irresistible crunch factor to any meal yet provide positive... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Goodbye, GlutenThe story of gluten and I is one of unrequited love. I love foods containing gluten: cakes, pasta, bread… However, gluten doesn’t love me back. It always finds new ways... By Karina2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments