Bless This Mess Created By Stress, IBS, and SleeplessnessStress and IBS combined are guaranteed to cause problems. One is agitated by the other, and either leads to the other. Add insomnia to the mix and you have a...reactionscomments
Building My IBS Regimen With ProbioticsI often compare my IBS journey to the stages of grief. Whether I’m mourning my loss of food options, or bargaining with my body’s lack of digestion prowess, I often...reactions9comments
IBS Advocates Share Anxiety About Returning to "Normal"In our 5th IBS In America survey, we asked the community about experiences living with IBS in addition to depression, anxiety, and/or panic disorders. More than half (51 percent) of...reactionscomments
10 Tips for Working Full-Time with IBSWorking full-time with IBS is plain hard. Dealing with arriving at work on time, stress, deadlines, making it through a long day, figuring out bathroom habits, managing lunch, and food, etc...reactions2comments
The Accident: An Embarrassing IBS StoryFirst, let me say that I never thought I would be brave enough to openly discuss such things. I am still quite uncomfortable about it, but I hope my shame...reactions4comments
Sweet and Spicy Roasted WalnutsThese walnuts are sweet with a little heat! This recipe is made with walnuts—a low FODMAP nut that rich in omega-3s and provides heart-healthy fiber that keeps you satisfied between...reactionscomments
Do You Get Enough Rest During an IBS Flare?Let’s face it, I think it’s a cultural thing but here in the United States we love to work, work, work. Resting is not really seen as a positive thing. The...reactions5comments
Is This Another Illness Or "Just" IBS?For so many years, I got incredibly mad when doctors told me (or other people) that it was "just IBS." "Just IBS" can make your life miserable sometimes. It prevents...reactions4comments
IBS-Friendly Tasty Recipes, Day 1Sick of mealtime blues but don’t want to spend a day planning out your menus? We’ll we got it covered! Whether you are a cooking beginner or seasoned pro, these...reactionscomments
Advocates Share Diet and Exercise Changes During the PandemicCreating and continuing dietary or exercise routines can be difficult for anyone. The pandemic upended many people's usual activities. Some went from working out at a gym to making the...reactionscomments
Using a Hot House Dome for IBSYou may be wondering, what on earth is a Hot House Dome? Well, I once wondered the same exact thing! I have a side of my family that is into natural/holistic...reactions2comments
5 Coffee Tips for the IBS Coffee LoverOh, beloved coffee. For the most part, everyone loves coffee. The smell, the taste, the warmth, and the jolt of caffeine. Coffee truly is an amazing beverage and there is nothing...reactionscomments
When IBS-D Improves But Does Not Get BetterSometimes, I feel like we as IBS-sufferers are doomed. Like there’s no getting out of it. Lately, my IBS-D has been less severe. Less diarrhea, fewer bathroom trips, rarer terrible...reactions14comments
IBS and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life, especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"...reactionscomments
I Hated School Bathrooms, Then Destroyed My PantsBefore I was officially diagnosed with IBS, I’ve had a long-running history of misusing and abusing my body. Whether I was divulging in an entire pack of sugar-free cinnamon Altoids...reactions2comments
Advocates Weigh in on Access to Medication, Care During the PandemicIn September 2020, before vaccines were available, the CDC recommended people use telemedicine or communicate with their providers by phone or email. It was also suggested that people talk to...reactionscomments
Why I Use CBD Oil for IBSDue to my Crohn’s Disease and irritable bowel syndrome diagnoses, I work with a gastroenterologist and naturopathic medical Doctor to help keep my CD and IBS diagnoses in check. Having both...reactionscomments
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Dill ChimichurriGoodbye plain ol’ grilled chicken and hello flavor town! This recipe is truly a dill-light. While this dish may have Michelin star-worthy appeal, it’s simple enough for the culinarily inexperienced...reactionscomments
How to Keep Your Bathroom Smelling Fresh 24/7Let’s face it, having IBS means using the bathroom on a regular basis. It is what it is. And if you have a home with multiple bathrooms, that is always a...reactions5comments
My Toilet HeistBefore reading this, know that I’ve hardly told anybody this story for fear of it getting back to the person whose toilet I destroyed with my fiery poops. Welcome to...reactions3comments
