Choosing an Anti-Inflammatory IBS-C DietAt times, most of us desire sweets, whether in moderation or excess. Processed foods that are high in refined flour, sugar, or...reactions3comments
IBS Triggers That Are Not FODMAPs, Part 1Have you ever followed the low FODMAP diet, only to still struggle with digestive symptoms? If you are living with irritable bowel...reactions2comments
IBS Triggers That Are Not FODMAPS, Part 2Welcome to the second post in a series about non-FODMAP triggers for people living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In my last...reactionscomments
Za’atar Shrimp With Mixed GreensThis Middle Eastern-inspired recipe will drive your senses wild. Za’atar is an aromatic blend generally made from thyme, sumac, sesame seeds, cumin...reactionscomments
Why IBS Can Be So Hard to Talk About and TreatRecently I attended a meeting with my fellow IBS advocates. I hadn’t written a new article for a long while, and talked...reactions11comments
Epsom Salt Bath for Bloating?For the most part, I know what my main IBS triggers are (certain high FODMAP foods, stress, hormones, lack of water, and...reactionscomments
What is the SIBO Bi-Phasic Diet?One of my big IBS-C symptoms was bloating immediately after eating. Sometimes the bloating would start while I was still eating a...reactionscomments
Foods to Boost Good Gut BacteriaProbiotic supplements contain healthy live bacteria and yeasts and are sometimes prescribed to treat IBS. The aim is to provide the gut...reactionscomments
The Low FODMAP Diet: All About PolyolsAre you following the low FODMAP diet to manage your IBS symptoms? If so, you may be wondering what all those letters...reactions4comments
Standard Methods to Determine Food Allergies and IntolerancesAre you unsure if your IBS symptoms are a result of food allergies or food intolerances? Many people with IBS think they...reactions2comments
Vitamin D Deficiency and IBS: Is It Connected?Anyone who has suffered from irritable bowel syndrome for more than a short period of time knows that a number of things...reactions9comments
A Cold, Elderberry Syrup, and IBS: A FailSometimes, I don’t understand how my brain works. I’ve had IBS for years. I know how sensitive my digestive system is and...reactions12comments
Pasta With Potato Cream and BaconAs an Italian living abroad, I naturally tend to draw my attention to the best you can get from a specific land...reactions1comment
What People With IBS Want Others to KnowThe Irritable Bowel Syndrome In America Survey asks people with IBS about how the condition affects their life. It asks about many...reactions2comments
Canceling Appointments Because of IBSJust recently, I had to cancel an appointment last minute due to my Crohn’s Disease and IBS flaring up. As we all know...reactionscomments
The Low FODMAP Diet: All About MonosaccharidesAre you following the low FODMAP diet to manage your irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms? If so, you may be wondering what...reactions1comment
Dairy-Free Mexican-Inspired Street CornWhether you are dairy-free, a full veg-head, or simply want to live a more plant-forward lifestyle, don't miss this IBS-friendly dish. Traditional...reactionscomments
Carrots and Sun-Dried Tomatoes SaladI’ll be honest, after being diagnosed with IBS, carrots and zucchini have become my go-to veggies. I have discovered that they are...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
Traveling on an Airplane with IBSTraveling on an airplane is a pain in the butt when struggling with IBS (pun intended). First of all, anxiety triggers my...reactions2comments