Articles

IBS never stops surprising me. I thought I had experienced all the symptoms until I thought I was having a heart attack. That wasn’t fun. My heart rate was normal...

We all know that hormones can affect IBS. In the past, pregnancy has largely impacted my symptoms, and so do my periods. I’ve also talked with community members whose IBS...

We have all been there. You are hiking, or at an amusement park, or riding your bike in a field, or horseback riding—you get the idea. You are outside, in...

I’m definitely not a morning person. I’ve always loved waking up to the sun, eat a breakfast once my stomach wakes up, and use the restroom at an appropriate time...

I used to believe that IBS caused my anxiety. But it was actually the other way around. Over the past couple of years, I have learned that my IBS flares...

I am blessed, I got to spend the NYE in the Middle East with my family. However, by returning from the toasty vibes of Dubai to the chilly reality of...

It has been about 2 1/2 months since I started a restricted diet. I have drastically reduced the amount of sodium I consume, and I noticed a big difference in...

Help can come in the most unexpected yet obvious ways. Back in August of 2022, I was diagnosed with a condition called vaginismus, which is a painful tightening of the...

Recently, I was invited to a bachelorette weekend getaway, and although I wanted to attend so badly, I had to say no to the invitation due to IBS symptoms. I...

Living with IBS means living within as much of comfort zone as you can get. Living with IBS means knowing exactly how long it takes to get from familiar places...

Trying to balance dating and the struggles of IBS with its clammy cramps, are two things that don’t necessarily go hand in hand. I’ve been asked time and time again...

Lately, my housing situation has been a shenanigan. My fiancé moved to the Netherlands at the end of 2021 and I’ve gone back and forth from Italy since then. I...

Food prices have skyrocketed recently, and if you’re following the low FODMAP diet, you may be wondering how to eat low FODMAP on a budget. After all, many certified low-FODMAP...

It has been 12 years since I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in addition to Crohn’s disease. It has been a wild ride and thankfully I am at...

Our lives are filled with family obligations, work and school responsibilities, healthcare appointments, and busy schedules. Stress is a normal part of life. But sometimes, stress can get out of...

After a long time, I finally got back home to Italy. We waited more than a year for this break, and I couldn't wait for it! It wasn't as smooth...

I was recently injured and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), or ibuprofen, was the best way to treat my injuries and provide a bit of pain relief. Unfortunately, ibuprofen is...

Parenting with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has been a challenge from day 1. After my first IBS-free pregnancy, my symptoms returned with a vengeance. The weight of parenting responsibilities has...

The holidays can be draining. For me personally, I hosted Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas lunch at my home while attending all the other holiday events. Needless to say, I am worn...

When you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may have other conditions that also impact your health. These ailments could affect you both physically and mentally. Our 2022 IBS...