How IBS Impacted My FriendshipsMy IBS has had quite a large impact on the friendships I have. Unfortunately, it wasn’t a very good impact. When you have a chronic illness that controls your everyday...reactionscomments
Dealing with StigmaI’m sort of an expert on stigma. There is stigma associated with bi-polar disorder, stigma attached to anxiety and personality disorders, stigma attached to being overweight, and a whole ton...reactions1comment
Can Iron Supplements Benefit IBS-D?When I first developed IBS mid-way through college, I was so sick so often that I wound up losing well over 20 pounds in a single semester. I was weak...reactions6comments
Doubtfully Applying for Disability BenefitsAfter years of contemplating this decision, I finally broke down and decided to give a try at applying for disability. Even though this is something that could really help me...reactions3comments
Doing My Part in Raising IBS AwarenessApril is IBS Awareness Month and I am more than happy to do my part in raising awareness any way that I can. I have lived with IBS for over...reactionscomments
Tuna and Capers Deviled EggsOne of my favorite snacks or starter, these tuna stuffed eggs are tasty for any occasion and they often make my holiday lunch table, including Christmas. Notes: If you don't have...reactionscomments
The Importance of PatienceOk, so we know IBS doesn’t ‘go away’. It may stay dormant for long periods, very long sometimes if we are really taking care of ourselves, but dormant. IBS cannot...reactionscomments
The Worst Thing About Having IBS is Not Knowing When It’s Going to StrikeThe worst thing about having IBS, for me, is that I never know when it’s going to strike. My IBS-D has a mind of its own and likes the element...reactions24comments
Why I Live AloneWhen I first started showing symptoms of IBS, I was in college and living in a dorm building. We had a communal bathroom on our girls' floor with four or...reactions1comment
Does Your IBS Wake You Up at Night?Sleep is such an important part of our lives as it directly impacts both our physical and mental health. It’s a known fact that irregular sleep or insomnia can negatively...reactions6comments
Clothing Conundrum: What to Wear During an IBS Flare (Part 2)I recently wrote about the hazards of wearing tight-fitting pants in terms of how it can interfere with digestion, in turn causing or flaring IBS symptoms. However, I have also...reactions2comments
Egg and Avocado on ToastHere is your classic egg and avocado on toast, which is a simple and easy low FODMAP breakfast dish to make. When it comes to eating with IBS, one must...reactionscomments
When You are IncapacitatedI have mentioned in previous articles that I have three stomach issues that I deal with. Based on comments from members of this site, I know that I am by...reactions2comments
Best Herbal Teas For (My) IBSUp until my early twenties, the only type of tea I ever drank was black tea that was caffeinated. Shortly after graduating from college, my gut issues, while not as...reactions4comments
5 Things to Try When You Feel StressedOver the years I’ve developed a toolbox of techniques to help manage stress, which I know is a huge trigger for my IBS. I like to have a variety of...reactions4comments
Is it a Flare-Up or High Elevation?Every winter break, my husband and I head for the hills. Nice, forested, rolling hills draped with snow. We love cross-country skiing in the Rocky Mountains west of Denver, in...reactions5comments
I Had to Change My CircumstancesI’ve had irritable bowel syndrome for almost a decade now, and I must say during that time I have gone through so many trials and tribulations due to my condition...reactions2comments
Low FODMAP Crunchy MuesliCrunchy and tasty muesli. Store it in an airtight container and consume within 2 weeks. Can be served with low FODMAP yoghurt and fruit. Servings: 10-12 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 45...reactionscomments
Can I Lose Weight on a Low FODMAP Regimen?Yes, but no! It is important to understand that first and foremost, the low FODMAP way of eating is not for weight loss. It has never been intended for weight...reactions4comments
The Balancing ActAfter several years of learning how to treat my IBS, I know that I have learned a lot and have a pretty firm grip on what to do to take...reactionscomments
