What Does the 'New You' Look Like?Living with IBS often requires that all kinds of changes be made in order to manage the painful symptoms of the disorder. I remember looking at the list of things... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can I Get a Good Doctor Please?Many of us who have had IBS for years have suffered not only with our ongoing symptoms and lack of effective treatments, but also with doctors who seem uninformed, dismissive... By Emily Downward3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS and GERD: Two Digestive Disorders with a Common Root CauseUnfortunately, the digestive dilemmas I face are not only those related to my IBS. I also suffer from GERD (otherwise known as gastroesophageal reflux disease) and have for as long... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Chocolate Peppermint SmoothiePeppermint extract (in an alcohol base) and peppermint oil are often used to add flavor in sweet treats. To get the health benefits, you need the oil. But be careful... By Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDEBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let's Talk about Mental HealthMental health and physical health are often linked, with one impacting the other. Mental health, in particular, can be difficult to talk about with others, leaving people isolated and without... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Quit Playing Around with Your Meds!The title, of course, is meant in the most light-hearted way. I say this specifically because I was inspired to write this article because I have a tendency to play... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coffee: An IBS Trigger I (Eventually) Left BehindMy IBS first surfaced when I was mid-way through college. At the time, coffee had become my greatest vice and savior. It was that crucial something that helped me power... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Afraid To Eat With IBSWhen a person suffers from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) it is not uncommon for that individual to have "issues" with food. The top 3 that come to mind include: I... By Marisa Lauren Troy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
IBS-Friendly Roasted Vegetable SaladLately I have been shopping a lot more in the produce section of my supermarket simply because I get to buy ingredients pre-chopped and ready to cook when I get... By HessPBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Q&A with Dr. Nandi 3 - Could Some Other Condition Cause IBS Symptoms?Living with IBS is difficult, and effectively managing symptoms can be extremely complicated. Often times, there are more questions than answers, leaving people feeling frustrated and even helpless. In this... By Neilanjan ‘Neil’ Nandi, MD, FACP1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Relationships: When You're Both SickI am not talking about when you and your partner have a cold at the same time (although that poses its own set of problems). I would like to discuss... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Are You Keeping a Diet Diary?Your best friend when it comes to your IBS treatment should be a diet and symptom diary. This basically means writing down everything that you eat and drink and the... By Caitlin Wheat2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coffee is My Favorite TriggerFirst off, I should start by saying that coffee is my favorite IBS trigger because it’s the only trigger that I deem necessary for me to function. In fact, I... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Clinical Trial Patient Experience Survey!Have you participated in a clinical trial? We want to hear more about your experience! We are conducting a short survey to understand how patients are involved in the clinical... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lentil BurgersVeggie burgers. Do you love them or hate them? If you have trouble finding premade ones that don’t taste like cardboard, then give this recipe a try! It does require... By Hannah NoonanBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS-C Symptoms? Try MukhwasHaving lived with IBS for more than 25 years, I thought I’d tried just about every natural remedy known to mankind trying to manage symptoms. But I recently stumbled upon... By Becky Oleson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Top Five Triggers of a Flare-UpEach of us who have the diagnosis of IBS have our own unique mix of symptoms and our own triggers. Figuring out what triggers a flare up can be tricky... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Wonders of WaterOh, I know what you're thinking, ‘I know that drinking plenty of water is good for IBS. Hasn’t this been done before?’. Well, yes, drinking plenty of water is good... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Struggle of Getting Ready for Work with IBSIf I may, I would like to relive a moment before I started working from home and share how much of a struggle it was for me to deal with... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Afraid to Eat? Me? Hah!In some ways my fear knows no bounds. Take spiders. I’m paralyzed the moment I spot one scurrying across the carpet. It’s all I can do to regain muscle function... By Kim Dolce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments