One Guy’s Guide to Managing Mental HealthI have Bi-Polar Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, ADHD (if that exists :-), gastritis, ulcers and IBS. Hmmm. I got relatively lucky with the Bi-Polar, in that I...reactions5comments
Tai Chi for IBSRecently, I explored what exercises are best for IBS on this blog. Not surprisingly (as confirmed by my personal experience), intense, prolonged and high impact exercises tended to aggravate IBS...reactionscomments
4 Things My IBS NeedsOver the years I’ve learned to listen to what my body and most importantly my gut, are trying to tell me. Which means I’ve come to know what it is...reactions3comments
Ways to Try to Get to Sleep With IBSAs I posted not too long ago, sleep is often an essential tool in managing IBS. However, the bitter irony is that IBS in and of itself can often interfere...reactions2comments
Breathing ExerciseFocusing on the breath is a technique used to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety. There are many forms of breathing exercises to help you relax. In...reactionscomments
Specific Carbohydrate Diet and GAPS Diet for IBSWhile doing some research a while ago, I came across a couple of diets that are supposedly beneficial to patients with digestive issues. The two diets I discovered are called...reactionscomments
Forget Willpower – How to Make Better Food ChoicesMost poisonous substances taste awful. You would never crave arsenic. But what happens when you have IBS and some food intolerances and your poison happens to be chocolate cake, or...reactions2comments
Mini Bacon-Wrapped MeatloafLately, I have been eating the same old things just about every day just for the sake of avoiding a flare-up. After a while, one gets bored of eating the...reactions4comments
I’m Done Apologizing for Something I Can’t ControlIt’s hard enough for someone with a chronic invisible-illness to fully accept their limitations, but to be sorry or apologetic about them as well is even more difficult. When I...reactions1comment
Struggling with IBS-ASo which is worse? Diarrhea or constipation? How about, which is worse, diarrhea, constipation or…diarrhea and constipation. I think we all know the answer to that question (depending on the...reactions23comments
Trauma and IBSIn recent years, science has become more clear that experiencing trauma--especially as a child--plays a prominent role in one developing health issues as an adult. One of the first major...reactionscomments
10 Ways to Balance Body and MindMental and physical health are intrinsically linked. Managing the stresses of a physical condition can be mentally and emotionally exhausting. Here we share 10 strategies for coping when you’re feeling...reactionscomments
Living With: An Interview with Advocate Hannah NoonanI recently had the pleasure of speaking to one of our long-time advocates here at IrritableBowelSyndrome.net, Hannah Noonan, in my role as host of the Health Union podcast, Living With...reactionscomments
Morning Routines: Friend or Foe?I have been listening to personal development podcasts for the past couple of years. Because reading often makes my migraines worse (anyone else?), I find podcasts and audiobooks to be...reactionscomments
How I Survived Campus Life With IBSThough it's been 20 years since I first developed and was diagnosed with IBS, I still remember very clearly how I struggled to find my footing and survive the next...reactionscomments
Have You Ever Felt Well? What Does That Even Mean?Wellness is a state, not only of the absence of illness but a state of good health. Have you ever felt that? Have you ever felt full of energy, had...reactions1comment
Mental Health Month 2019Each May, we take time to remind ourselves to care for our mental health. This year, the idea of physical vs. mental health is on our minds. Mental Health Month...reactionscomments
Pregnancy in IBS: Nutrients, FODMAPs, and Symptom ManagementDisclaimer: It is not typically recommended to start a low FODMAP elimination diet during pregnancy due to the restrictive nature of the diet. If you absolutely need to consider initiating...reactionscomments
Why IBS Has Made Me a Better PersonIf someone was to ask me if I was thankful for having IBS, I would most likely answer no. IBS has changed my life completely and has meant I’ve had...reactionscomments
Why I Appreciate This CommunityIn the spirit of IBS Awareness, I wanted to show appreciation to this wonderful community of people who share my pain. I have never felt so comfortable about being vulnerable...reactions7comments
