Spring is ComingWinter kicks my a$$. I’ve been told I have Seasonal Affective Disorder, but whatever you call it, I don’t generally feel my best during the winter months. For those of... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How To Eat Healthy With IBSDieting and regulating the foods that I can and can't eat can be so challenging for me sometimes. I have issues mainly with IBS-C, but I will have IBS-D episodes... By Tori Whitney2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Sardine and Potato PattiesAnother simple sardine recipe that is cheap and tasty! Serve it with a side salad and perhaps a little mayo. They also keep well in the fridge for a couple... By Hannah NoonanBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let’s Talk About SmokingThe fact that I am going to write something about how to quit smoking is a bit of joke. I have tried more times than I can count. I have... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS & Iron Deficiency AnemiaA number of illnesses can masquerade as IBS. However, subtle overlooked iron deficiency anemia (IDA) can be a clue to discovering those conditions. This article focuses on providing an overview... By Neilanjan ‘Neil’ Nandi, MD, FACP5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Pumpkin: A Good IBS FoodHere's an interesting little tidbit about me: my cat also has IBS. I've often joked with people about how my cat and I share such a close connection, we even... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Do Doctors Take My Condition Seriously?I just want to use this opportunity to vent yet again, in hopes that some of you may be able to relate. There’s a reminder I keep having time and... By HessP4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
Things People Say That Make Me Feel MisunderstoodOne of the biggest problems with IBS is that so many people are not aware of it. Moreover, a lot of people, and all the doctors I’ve ever seen, think... By Karina3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments27 comments
Is It IBS-D or Habba Syndrome?Disclaimer: I’d like to begin this article by saying that my thoughts and opinions are not meant to offend anyone’s profession. I am solely just sharing my opinion. Did you... By HessP4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I Have a Hernia: Is IBS the Cause?When I was 23, I began to have severe, sharp pain in my low right side at certain intervals – such as when I moved or turned a certain way... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments31 comments
Hypnosis for IBSI have tried pretty much every ‘alternative’ treatment to help manage my wellness, specifically my mental health, and more recently, my IBS. I spent several months a while back practicing... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Roasted Chicken With VegetablesRemove the chicken from the fridge and keep it covered in a cool place half an hour before cooking. Rinse the chicken under cold water, then pat dry the skin with... By Larah BrookBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Do You Do to Manage Your Stress?For many people, their IBS symptoms are triggered or made worse by stress. Is this you? People can experience stress differently. For me, when I'm stressed, I generally feel overwhelmed... By Hannah Noonan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Whose Fault is it Anyway?I had a major abdominal pain flare-up last night, and I’m still reeling from it today. Though physically I feel better, I remain a bit shook. Besides the pain itself... By Lisa Carr3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
IBS and Exercise: How Much Is Too Much?I've written on here before how some exercises and mobility in general--namely through walking and swimming--can be beneficial for IBS. However, I think it's also important to explore the other... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS: Lost OpportunitiesI was recently posed the question, ‘Have I ever lost life opportunities due to my challenges with IBS?’ The answer is unequivocal: YES. IBS has caused me more problems than... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why I Don’t Regret My IBS-DOne day I was watching an old interview of Richard Pryor, and he was asked how he felt about his multiple sclerosis. His response was something I’ll never forget. He... By HessP2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Test Can Determine If Following a Low-FODMAP Diet Will Help Your IBSEven though I have had an IBS diagnosis for nearly 20 years now, I had only first heard of the benefits of following a low-FODMAP diet in 2015. Before that... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tempeh and Vegetables Stir-FryTempeh is made of soybeans that have been fermented and it's a great source of protein, especially for vegetarians and vegans. It is also low FODMAP. Servings: 2-3 Prep time:... By Larah BrookBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
No, It's Not Bulimia!: Weight Loss and IBSWhen I transferred from a private college to a state university my junior year, I was nearly 5'5 and 125 pounds. I was actually the heaviest I would ever be... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments