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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can cause symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. While IBS is not life-threatening, it can greatly impact a person’s quality of life. Health literacy...

Do you love any chance to cook for family or friends? Or are you a "prepare it quick and keep on moving" kind of cook? Either way, IBS often limits...

IBS 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...

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...

Before 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...

I'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...

I 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...

I 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...

I 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...

This 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...

I'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...

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...

I 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...

Just 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...

Ever 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...

I 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...

Living 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...