Does Your Gut “Itch?”I’m always on the lookout for new research findings that could help people like us with IBS. My current regimen is holding symptoms at bay, but there’s always the lingering... By Lisa Carr2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Is It Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency or IBS?There are many signs, symptoms, and conditions that can mimic irritable bowel syndrome. I believe it is important to be knowledgeable in order to help us feel better! After all... By Tori Whitney2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What is Sodium Alginate and How Can It Help Digestion?In trying to manage both my GERD (gastro-esophageal reflux disease) and my IBS, I have had to play a delicate balancing act. In fact, many of the mainline treatments for... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
When a Cold Virus Amplifies IBSIt’s that time of year when there’s so much sniffling and sneezing around workplaces and public spaces. I thought I’d been doing a good job of avoiding the sick people... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
This New Year, Focus on What You Can Eat with IBSIf you have been diagnosed with IBS, you have likely found there are certain foods that work for you and certain foods that don’t. Sometimes it’s hard to see past... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Mindful Eating Matters, Part 1Anyone struggling with IBS knows stress can worsen symptoms. As a naturopathic physician, I often hear reports from patients about the ways in which stress impacts their digestion. Some people... By Megan Taylor, ND2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Working From HomeI have been contemplating working from home full-time due to illness issues. Obviously, one of those issues is IBS. I believe that it could relieve a lot of the stress... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Kudos to My IBS BuddiesI have learned so much from everyone who participates on this site. While I have a lot of experience working with illness (both my own and others), I think sometimes... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
IBS and Ice CreamAbout 15 years ago, when I was interning at an environmental office in Washington, DC, my fellow interns and I all went to Potbelly's after training. They were all excited... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments21 comments
Smoothie Bowls: A Fun & Tasty Option for IBSRecently I've been finding my way around, through, up, and over a nasty case of high blood pressure. The path is murky, especially in combination with my other illnesses: IBS... By Lisa Pearl McIntosh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The IBS Holiday PartyWell, folks, it’s time for my annual holiday report. While I’d love to say that Thanksgiving was a huge success…it was not. As in years gone by, I have found... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
7 Ways to Function With IBS & FibromyalgiaThere are multiple ways to manage living with IBS and Fibromylagia. Here are 7 tips for you or someone you know who is going through these conditions: Whether it's online... By Cambria Sheridan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Impacts of Proton Pump Inhibitors on IBSAs I've mentioned several times before on here, in addition to having IBS, I also have GERD. This shouldn't be surprising – as GERD and IBS often tend to intersect... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How To Combine Fashion With Your Gut’s Need For ComfortI didn’t know if I should write about this topic because firstly, fashion is not that important and secondly, not everyone cares about it. But for me, having to sacrifice... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How My Living Space Affects My IBSI was so excited when we finally moved from a tiny 2-bedroom apartment into an actual house 2 years ago. Granted, it’s a small house, but it’s just so much... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Naturopathic Medicine Can Help IBSAs a naturopathic physician who specializes in the treatment and management of digestive health conditions, I am often asked what naturopathic medicine can offer a patient struggling with IBS. I... By Megan Taylor, ND2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
What Would You Rather Deal With: IBS-D or IBS-C?First off, let me start by saying that I would rather not deal with either IBS-D or IBS-C at all. I am simply just sharing my opinion, and the opinion... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Adenomyosis and IBSMy very first post for this site was on endometriosis and IBS. Endometriosis is when cells similar to endometrium (the lining of the uterus that a woman sheds during menstruation)... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Don’t Ignore the PainI was speaking to my therapist one day about the intensity of my anxiety. Anyone who suffers from chronic, acute anxiety will tell you how god awful painful it is... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Nicotine and IBSAs many of us may already know, nicotine is a stimulant that is used for a smoking cessation aid and the relief of tobacco withdrawal symptoms. It is highly addictive... By Tori Whitney2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments