Low FODMAP Cornbread MuffinsAdd a lil’ southern charm to your meal with this a-maize-ing cornbread. These mouth-watering muffins pack a powerful punch to your tastebuds rather than to the gut. While sweet corn... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Become an IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Food Writer!Calling low-FODMAP foodies, gastronomists on gut-friendly meals, and crafty cooks! Would you like to share your foodie expertise with the IBS community and help others who are intimidated by the... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Honey-Orange CarrotsThis recipe was sent in by a community member. The carrots are seasoned with honey and orange zest. They are a great side dish. Consider substituting any ingredients that do... By jthomp9Bookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Body Image Issues and IBSBecause of my IBS, I have started to have some body image issues. These issues have started to fester more because of the pandemic, due to all of the time... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Handle Halloween While Living With IBSDon’t let gastrointestinal distress feel like the scariest part of the Halloween season. With a bit of extra effort, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this sweet holiday while... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS-M: The Consequences of Fasting and Restrictive DietsDue to a completely unrelated issue, I recently had to endure days of a liquid diet followed by a couple of weeks of soft, bland foods. My diet is still... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Study: Vitamin D Does Not Ease IBS SymptomsIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder. IBS symptoms can vary, but abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits are most common. Bowel habit changes can include constipation, diarrhea... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Dear IBS, Please Let Me SleepLately, I’ve started having fewer IBS flares in the morning. Instead of waking up sick and ready to spend the following 2 hours in the bathroom, I just got up... By Karina2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
IBS-Friendly Rockin' RamenAs the classic book goes, "soup is good for the soul." However, in this case, chicken noodle soup got an Asian-inspired makeover. After all, who doesn’t love a big bowl... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pour Some Sugar on Me (But Not too Much)I have a sweet tooth. A big one. I think it stems from my Italian grandmother always feeding my brother and me Cheerios with sugar whenever we went over. She... By Michaela3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
IBS and Diverticular DiseaseIn 2013, after years of suffering from abdominal pain and diarrhea, and following extensive tests, my general practitioner diagnosed me with IBS. Since then I have mostly learned to manage... By Larah Brook3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Where to Go Next to Manage IBS: Psychologist or Dietitian?Until recently, many patients would have felt insulted by their physician at the suggestion of working with a psychologist or therapist to address their irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The experience... By Dr. Megan Riehl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Finally! Milkshakes That Don't Bother My IBSI've already posted on this site more than once about how the development of IBS in my very early twenties forced me to give up a beloved staple of my... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Stop Obsessing Over TriggersDo you ever feel cheated, deceived, betrayed when your IBS flares up after a perfectly safe meal? I know I do. Whenever this happens, I start questioning basically everything I... By Karina2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Low FODMAP Banana Protein PancakesThis recipe will make you go bananas for whole grain oats—as they make the perfect combination! While it may be ready in minutes, the nostalgia of breakfast pancakes lasts forever... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Showing Grace and Public AccidentsAt 19, I decided to be a rebel and moved. I didn’t tell my family or friends. Of course, like most teenagers, I thought I knew everything, and no one... By Shannon Grantham3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
IBS and the Gut-Brain ConnectionIBS is a complicated disease, and to understand it, we often need to look beyond the gut and investigate the effects of the gut-brain connection on symptoms. Our brain and... By Sarah Glinski, RD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Bloating Remedy? My Experience With Activated CharcoalActivated charcoal is used for so many things. My family swears that it helps to treat food poisoning. The internet tells me that I can use it for whitening my... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Peanuts: The IBS-Friendly Nut to Go Nuts Over!Trust your gut and eat some nuts! As the right-hand man to jelly sandwiches around the world, these hearty nuts are a classic fan favorite. But whether you prefer whole... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
IBS-C: The Pain of Chronic ConstipationI have IBS-M and have recently experienced long bouts of constipation. While I am accustomed to pain, I have developed a new pain that is even more annoying than the... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments