How to Ace a Date with IBS!Trying to balance dating and the struggles of IBS with its clammy cramps, are two things that don’t necessarily go hand in hand. I’ve been asked time and time again... By Sawyer Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Sharing a House With IBSLately, my housing situation has been a shenanigan. My fiancé moved to the Netherlands at the end of 2021 and I’ve gone back and forth from Italy since then. I... By Tiziana Boaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eating Low FODMAP on a BudgetFood prices have skyrocketed recently, and if you’re following the low FODMAP diet, you may be wondering how to eat low FODMAP on a budget. After all, many certified low-FODMAP... By Sarah Glinski, RD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
IBS Symptoms You Wouldn’t BelieveIt has been 12 years since I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in addition to Crohn’s disease. It has been a wild ride and thankfully I am at... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
Box Breathing and How It Helps With StressOur lives are filled with family obligations, work and school responsibilities, healthcare appointments, and busy schedules. Stress is a normal part of life. But sometimes, stress can get out of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is Organic Food Better for IBS?After a long time, I finally got back home to Italy. We waited more than a year for this break, and I couldn't wait for it! It wasn't as smooth... By Tiziana Boaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Does a Toradol Injection or Pill Affect IBS?I was recently injured and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), or ibuprofen, was the best way to treat my injuries and provide a bit of pain relief. Unfortunately, ibuprofen is... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Parenting With IBS: The School Drop-OffParenting with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has been a challenge from day 1. After my first IBS-free pregnancy, my symptoms returned with a vengeance. The weight of parenting responsibilities has... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Holiday Fatigue and How to RechargeThe holidays can be draining. For me personally, I hosted Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas lunch at my home while attending all the other holiday events. Needless to say, I am worn... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What is the Link Between High Blood Pressure and IBS?When you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may have other conditions that also impact your health. These ailments could affect you both physically and mentally. Our 2022 IBS... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
IBS Success in 2023Someone asked me how I was doing managing my IBS these days. I had to think about my answer for the first time in a long time. Since the deepest... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Does Treating Diarrhea Affect IBS-M?I have irritable bowel syndrome with mixed bowel habits (IBS-M) which means I have episodes of IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D) and IBS with constipation (IBS-C). Treating one type of flare... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Feeling Represented on Social Media with IBSIn this world of influencers, I never felt like I had a representative for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). As a petite person with an average weight, I expected to easily... By Tiziana Boaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
5 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays with IBSWith the holiday season upon us, it is important to prepare for stress free ways to enjoy the festivities. How can we plan ahead to better our holiday experience? Here... By Elizabeth Alvarez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
IBS and Eating on the RoadHaving IBS on a road trip, from personal experience, is a monumental bummer. You take all this time out of your week to travel halfway across the state, meet up... By Sawyer Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Two-Ply or Not Two-Ply: How I Cope with the "Rough" DaysIBS can be incredibly painful. Cramping, body aches, hemorrhoids—you name it, we’ve got it. But I have recently identified yet another culprit: one-ply toilet paper. The thing I dread the... By Michaela3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Cramping and Bloating: The Daily BattleI have been experiencing more frequent flares recently. This means some of the most agitating symptoms have returned. I am talking about cramping and bloating. We all know how bothersome... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How to Go Gluten-Free at MealtimeGoing gluten free may help ward off unwanted symptoms and contribute to improved irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) management. But if you are new to the gluten-free game, it may feel... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Back To The Beginning: Appointments & TestingI’ve recently shared how I suddenly started experiencing new and quite intense symptoms. After something that felt a lot like a stomach bug, my digestive system seemed completely unable to... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Food Journaling With IBSWhen you are living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it can sometimes feel like what triggers a flare-up is a mystery. That’s why keeping a food and symptom journal can... By Sarah Glinski, RD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments