Musculoskeletal Pain and Tightness and IBSWhile some of the most profound pain I routinely experience is in the pelvic region, it's not exclusive to that part of...reactions3comments
My Battle with Trigger FoodsIt’s difficult to predict what’s going to set off my IBS-M (also known as IBS-A). I can have a string of good...reactions3comments
Best Autumn Soups for IBSNow that it is autumn, I am getting excited about the sweater weather! Fall is my favorite season when the weather in...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
IBS vs. C. DiffBy the time people end up with an IBS diagnosis, they’ve usually gone through an array of different tests by one or...reactionscomments
Can Enzyme Therapy Help IBS?In my early 20s when I was scrambling to find a longer-term solution to managing my IBS, was when I first stumbled...reactions2comments
Connection Between IBS and DiabetesIrritable bowel syndrome is a condition characterized by several digestive or gut-related symptoms occurring together, including pain in the abdomen, bloating, and...reactions2comments
Treating IBS Is Not An Exact ScienceThere is no magic pill, no set of exercise routines, and no one-size-fits-all diet for treating IBS. It is a combination of...reactionscomments
Suffering from IBS as a TeenagerIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doesn’t spare anyone and unfortunately also teenagers can suffer from this dreadful disorder. In fact, it is estimated...reactions1comment
IBS and Teens Identify Your TriggersWhile adolescence may smell like teen spirit, it's also a s-t-r-u-g-g-l-e. Hormones are fluctuating. Bodies are changing (including the digestive tract). Stress...reactionscomments
Community Views: Tips for Those Newly Diagnosed With IBSGetting an irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) diagnosis can feel like a relief. The path to diagnosis can be long, so finally, having...reactionscomments
Mixed AppetizersWhen I host a dinner for my friends, it's hard to go 100 percent low FODMAP. I want to enjoy every serving...reactionscomments
My Favorite Dairy Milk AlternativesI wouldn’t say that I’m lactose intolerant. On good days, I can enjoy some cheese or cream and be perfectly fine. Although...reactions10comments
Meeting My New GastroenterologistToday I got to meet with a new gastroenterologist. It’s something I know I’ve needed to do. I sit here and spout...reactions9comments
Low FODMAP Onion and Garlic SubstitutesIf you’re following the low FODMAP diet to manage your IBS symptoms, one of the first things you likely learned is that...reactions7comments
How to Set Realistic Goals for Managing IBSReaching a goal can be difficult. If it wasn't, it would simply be another task on your to-do list. When it comes...reactions4comments
My Hometown Toilet TripTaking my girlfriend on a trip to my hometown of Buffalo, New York, meant a lot to me. Buffalo is not just...reactionscomments
How Frustrating Life Can Be With IBSI've always considered what in Italy we call a "buona forchetta," which means basically that I love to eat and I love...reactionscomments
Lemon Cream TartI'm definitely a savory person, NOTHING can beat a pizza or a good pasta for me, but occasionally I bake some desserts...reactionscomments
My Trigger Food Elimination ProcessMy trigger foods tend to change over time. Sometimes, these changes are for the better. Then, I go from not being able...reactions14comments