Creamy Polenta With Balsamic-Braised MushroomsI can eat creamy polenta any time of year, at any meal! Besides, it’s a great source of fiber and protein. I...reactionscomments
Getting Treatment for My IBS Hasn’t Been EasyThere have been many times in my life when certain people used to ask me why I don’t see a doctor regularly...reactions65comments
My Story Of Seeking Help For My IBSWhen I was first diagnosed with IBS, going on 5 years ago now, all I wanted was for someone to help me...reactionscomments
Kabocha Squash & Lime SoupThis hearty soup is low FODMAP, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. It is best made using an immersion blender (hand stick) or regular...reactionscomments
Dealing with Emetophobia and IBSAs if having IBS wasn’t tough enough, when you add emetophobia into the mix – it can make your situation a whole...reactions9comments
4 Ways to Embrace IBSFor many people with IBS, a sensitive gut can feel like a ball and chain. You might go through a constant negotiation...reactions2comments
Why Mindful Eating Matters, Part 2In the first part of my article on this topic, I described how eating in a low-stress environment may decrease food reactivity...reactions3comments
What is Alpha Lipoic Acid and Can it Offer IBS Relief?In addition to IBS, I unfortunately also suffer from a lot of spinal issues and back pain. This is due to a...reactionscomments
Learning to Deal with AnxietyMany people with IBS struggle with anxiety, stress or whatever the individual (or their doctor) wants to call it. I was diagnosed...reactions1comment
Roasted Roots with PomegranatePomegranate seeds make every dish look prettier – with their brilliant shade of dark red - while offering a sweet (or sometimes...reactions1comment
A Smoothie for My Stomach When Nothing Else WorksA few years ago, my digestive upset – especially in relation to my reflux – hit a peak and it seemed my...reactions2comments
Gastroparesis: What Is Its Connection (If Any) to IBS?I recently made an appointment to see a gastroenterologist for the first time in several years. I am doing this because in...reactionscomments
When IBS Ruins The HolidaysThe problem with a chronic illness is that it sneaks up on you when you need it the least. For me, that...reactions1comment
My IBS CalendarI am one of the many people that finds journaling to be a very important part of my wellness routine. That said...reactions2comments
Vegan Banana Peach Smoothie BowlOne of the most common ingredients in my smoothies is bananas. I've discovered that almost any smoothie is smoother, thicker, and more...reactions3comments
Can Red Light Therapy Help Pain?When you live your life experiencing chronic pain, your entire daily routine can become an experiment – a trial and error contest...reactions6comments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions2comments
