Growing Up With IBSMy teenage years were rough. Having an invisible illness that never goes always is always hard on adults. Having one you didn't have a name to put with it as... By Shannon Grantham2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
IBS and Burning Guts: A Gnawing Pain to Drive You InsaneIBS makes me feel like my guts are on fire. It feels like someone poured gasoline down my gullet and force-fed me a lit match. It is not like the... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments46 comments
When Your Family Doesn’t Understand Your IBSThere is nothing worse than not having support from your family when enduring illness. When you are down and out, a lending hand from those closest to you is crucial. Having love... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Constipation ConundrumIn the more than 20 years since I have been diagnosed with IBS – though I have had experiences on both sides of the dilemma – I've always fallen way... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone has a different level of comfort using technology... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 have food allergies, although it is more likely... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Poor Sleep and IBSI have always been interested in the topic of healthful sleep with regards to my struggles to manage my IBS. I was diagnosed with IBS about 5 years ago. My... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Guess I Can’t Eat EverythingGrowing up as a permanently lean kid, my metabolism was always the talk of the town. My dad would call me (in jest) a toothpick. My friends would always get... By Sawyer Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Which Breads Are IBS-Friendly?Let’s face it: Bread makes for an easy option for a quick meal, but when you have IBS it’s important to find one that suits your body. As a nutritionist... By Meredith East-Powell2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
IBS-M: Fear of the UnknownWhen you have IBS-M and deal with bouts of both IBS-C and IBS-D, you never know which reaction you will get when you eat. That fear of the unknown is... By Amy Dodd Pilkington2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Mental Health and IBSIn addition to being diagnosed with severe IBS in 2011, I was also diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. Having both has not been easy and it has been a long journey to... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in many forms, with widespread and serious effects on... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS-C And a Fear Of GoingIf you have IBS-C, you are probably all too familiar with pain associated with going to the bathroom. Whether it is hemorrhoids or other issues causing you pain, it is... By Amy Dodd Pilkington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
How IBS Impacted My Weight Loss After BirthRecovery after giving birth to my first baby was hard. Like, really hard. Partially because I got tons of stitches, but mostly because of IBS. But one thing that came... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Interviewing For a Job With IBSIn my humble opinion, interviewing and going through the process of finding a new job is among the worst situations for those of us that struggle with IBS. I don’t... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Severe Bloating and How to Alleviate ItLet’s face it: If you have IBS chances are you suffer from constant bloating. And can we all agree, that no one likes being bloated? I know I don’t! There are... By Elizabeth Alvarez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Turkey Meatball Zucchini SubsZucchini is a vegetable with endless possibilities! When baked just right so it still has a bit of crunch, it makes a delicious base for meatball subs. Oregano is jam-packed... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Shame of Pooping Your PantsWe’ve all been there. It actually doesn’t matter whether you poop your pants in public or at home, the overwhelming feeling of shame that comes over you is always intense. I... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments87 comments
Turn These 8 Unhelpful Habits Into Healthy HabitsHere are some common habits that can be unhelpful, read on to find out how to turn them into habits that can improve your health. It’s understandable that when you... By Meredith East-Powell3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Year in Review: IBS Flares2020 was such a whirlwind of events, as everyone knows. With the pandemic, and everything went wrong because of it, people were in pretty low spirits, myself included. For those... By Mara Bosloy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments