Thank You for Taking Our Survey!We appreciate you taking the time to answer all of our questions. Your responses will help us better understand life with IBS. New here? We invite you to explore what...reactionscomments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...reactionscomments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...reactionscomments
What to Know Before and After SIBO TreatmentCurrently, the gold standard for the treatment of SIBO is a doctor-prescribed antibiotic. But how do you navigate questions around antibiotic use? What should you be asking your doctor? Some...reactionscomments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update...reactionscomments
Goat Cheese Mac and CheeseI know what you are thinking: Goat cheese? Won't that cause more problems with my IBS? For some, goat cheese can be an issue, and for others, it is not...reactionscomments
Low FODMAP GrainsWhen it comes to a low FODMAP diet, I find many of my patients struggle with getting enough variety and fiber. I find one of the common mistakes patients make...reactions7comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same...reactionscomments
At-Home Devices That Can Monitor Your HealthAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...reactionscomments
Sleep Hygiene TipsIt’s no secret that people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) suffer from poor sleep. Let's take a look at some ways people with IBS can help themselves achieve deeper, better...reactions13comments
What Is In Your Spice Cabinet? Adding Flavor Without FODMAPsRegistered Dietitian Andrea Hardy discusses what's in her spice cabinet. Andrea has IBS herself, and so frequently chooses to cook with low FODMAP seasonings. She reviews some of the top...reactionscomments
Take the Fatigue and Health Survey!The 2020 Fatigue and Health survey has now closed. Thank you for your interest! We are excited to share the results with you soon.Exhaustion, tiredness, weariness... fatigue. We know chronic...reactionscomments
You Are Not In My Shoes!For those who don’t have IBS but have an opinion on how severe my pain is in comparison to other “more serious” chronic illnesses, please keep your opinion to yourself...reactions6comments
FDA Makes Way for Experimental Drugs to Fight COVID-19On March 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the testing of two drugs, chloroquine (hydroxychloroquine) and remdesivir, to treat people with COVID-19. The drugs have been given...reactionscomments
What The Perfect IBS-Friendly Bathroom Would Look LikeOne thing I want to manifest in my future is building my dream home. And, when that happens (remember, I’m manifesting it), I’m without a doubt going to build the...reactions15comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have...reactionscomments
Naturally Gluten-Free CornbreadIf you want to make a crowd-pleasing cornbread for any time of year, the truth is that there is no need for wheat flours or hunting down gluten-free substitutes, which...reactionscomments
IBgard and ProbioticsI have been having significant problems with night time bloating lately and unfortunately, this has caused issues that I have been having with gallstones, to become, uh, very, very painful...reactions4comments
You Are Not a Burden, You Are Carrying the Burden of IBS…and sometimes that’s too heavy to carry on your own. For much of my time since having IBS, I’ve found myself saying “sorry.” Sorry, I can’t make that event. I'm...reactions9comments
Stuck In Traffic With IBSOne of the worst-case scenarios for many of us with IBS is being stuck in traffic, especially during an intense flare-up. What usually happens during a flare-up is intense stomach...reactions14comments
