Winter Citrus Salad with RadicchioLiving with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can present challenges when it comes to choosing foods that are both delicious and gentle on the digestive system. However, with thoughtful ingredient selection...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It Ain't Easy Being MisunderstoodIBS is "just IBS" right? If we are to believe everything we’re told, the jokes on TV, the snide comments from relatives, the whole thing. I would like to talk...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
What Diet Works Best For Your IBS?We all ask the big question: what diet is best for IBS? And from my personal experience, I say: the individualized diet that works best is best for you. Now...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Right IBS Diet For MeBefore IBS, my diet wasn’t healthy. I have always loved chocolate way too much. I’ve never liked cooking, so I distinctly remember eating canned tuna and tzatziki sauce for lunch...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Social Outings With IBSI'd like to think I'm someone with a good number of friends. Of course, this means that I'm often outside of the (more than) four walls I call home—the place...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
IBS and My Wedding DayI will be getting married, and I can’t wait to marry the love of my life. So far wedding planning has been going well. Nothing dramatic has occurred which is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS Relief After My PeriodI never thought it could happen, but lately, I’ve been looking forward to my period. The reason is that my gut seems to "reset" afterward. It’s such a relief—no bloating...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Going to Spain with IBSI will be going to Europe for the first time and I am beyond thrilled. I can’t contain my excitement as I have been wanting to go to Spain since...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fluffy Yogurt Cake That's Easy On Your GutI've got something special for you, especially if you're like me and deal with the ups and downs of IBS. Say hello to the Yogurt Fluffy Cake—your new best friend...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
There is No Magic Pill To Stop IBSThis might be controversial to say, but I am convinced that if your mindset is to find a magic pill to make your irritable bowel syndrome go away, you are...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
How To Manage Pain and IBS During A Stressful TimeI'm getting married next month! Planning a wedding is a dream come true, but let’s be honest—it’s also incredibly stressful! As I get closer to my big day, I’m juggling...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Are Gluten-Free Foods Unhealthy?Removing gluten from my diet was one of the best things I ever did to improve my overall wellbeing. For years, I had sensed that foods containing gluten weren’t doing...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
My IBS Comes With Worry and FatigueI will begin by saying I am NOT a doctor. I can only make observations about my experience with IBS and share with you. Sharing our lived experiences can be...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Why You Should Buy A Portable ToiletJust this week, my Fiancé and I had a double date. We went out to dinner and had the most lovely time. We ate at one of our favorite Italian restaurants...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Preparing For Doctors Appointments With IBSEver since my IBS diagnosis (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), I have learned a lot about doctor’s appointments. I have been told that it’s all in my head. I’ve received medication that...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Risotto Patties - An IBS-Friendly Go-ToAs a picky Italian, I never reheat pasta or risotto. I can't stand the overcooked feeling, the chewiness. However, in this economy, wasting food should be considered profanity. Thankfully, my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Salad DilemmaI love salad. I find it refreshing. My favorite thing is a salad with a nice tangy dressing like a vinaigrette loaded with all sorts of exciting toppings, like pistachios...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
IBS and UTIsLiving with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be tough. Adding urinary tract infections (UTIs) to the mix makes it even harder. These two conditions often go hand in hand. Understanding...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Frustrating Combination of IBS and ADHD MedicationIt never fails to frustrate me how the simplest thing can aggravate my IBS. A lot of the time, I get it and just accept the slight frustration. But it’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing IBS-Friendly Meals For A Busy FamilyI have already shared my go-to IBS-friendly breakfast and lunch ideas that are approved by my two toddlers. Now, I wanted to add some more simple and kid-friendly options for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments