IBS Almost Made Me Poop on the Daytona SpeedwayYup, I almost took a crap on the Daytona Speedway, and it was horrific! Thanks, IBS. You always know when to show up...reactions6comments
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...reactions6comments
Parenting With IBS: How To Survive Night WakingsEver since my son was born, I have discovered so many things about parenting that don’t align with my preferred IBS routine...reactionscomments
The Day My Morning IBS Started Happening At NightSometimes, strange things happen for no apparent reason. Like when my morning IBS (that’s been haunting me for years) suddenly disappeared, only...reactions13comments
The IBS Wardrobe: My Clothes Are Several Different SizesI keep several different sizes of clothing. With IBS, it is necessary for comfort. If you experience bloating, you know what I...reactions5comments
What Is the Mental Impact of IBS Restrictive Diets?My diet has been fairly severely restricted for over 5 weeks now. I went from a liquid diet to a soft food...reactions14comments
My IBS Changed The Way My Body Absorbed MedicationI’ve never been one to be open with others about things going on in my life, even with my own family. I...reactionscomments
What Type of Support Do People Living With IBS Need?Everyone needs support. In the 5th IBS In America survey, we asked community members about their experiences living with IBS, the type...reactionscomments
Hypothyroidism, Cholecystectomy, and IBS ChangesThis year started off with a bang, and it caused a lot of changes. All of it has had some effect on...reactions14comments
Can a Hypnotherapy App Improve IBS Symptoms?After trying to manage my IBS through diet, medication, and lifestyle changes, I finally decided to give hypnotherapy a go. I had...reactions25comments
How Embarrassing Do Your IBS Symptoms Get?I am sure that most of you have experienced your gut making really loud embarrassing noises at the wrong time and in...reactions6comments
Building a Therapeutic Relationship for Better IBS CareWhen you are living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), visits with healthcare providers can take up a lot of your time and...reactionscomments
Dealing with Major IBS Urgency at the Grocery StoreI was heading to the grocery store to grab some things before I showed up at a family gathering. I hadn’t had...reactions15comments
Set Goals For a More IBS-Friendly Lifestyle This Year!It’s a new year, and that means new goals and New Year’s resolutions! There’s nothing like a fresh start to feel positive...reactionscomments
How Having My Gallbladder Removed Affected My IBSI was diagnosed with IBS almost 20 years ago. It was back before they labeled different types, but I have IBS-M. I...reactions4comments
5 Tips for Attending Formal Events During an IBS FlareThe excitement of attending a formal gala or black-tie wedding is always high, especially if you are into fashion. What will I wear? How...reactions1comment
IBS: My Regularly Scheduled Flare Already in ProgressIBS is unpredictable. I might not be able to predict a flare, but I always expect one. They happen frequently enough that...reactions1comment
Favorite Distractions that Get My Mind Off an IBS FlareIBS is hard. If you focus on it too much it can consume you, which is why it is so important to...reactionscomments
How to Maximize Exercise Performance While Managing IBSDo you struggle to bust a move without your gut wanting to burst? Fueling as an athlete or exercise enthusiast while managing...reactionscomments
IBS and Diets for Other Medical Issues Do Not MixI currently have an undiagnosed medical issue that may be related to the digestive system. As a result, I was told to...reactionscomments
