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
I Think Winter Might Be Over!If you are like me, your mental health may take a bit of a nosedive during the Winter months (if you have Winter where you live, if you don’t, you... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotional Toll of Chronic IllnessTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have thoughts of suicide, have... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS-Friendly Whole Roasted ChickenAbout 2 years ago I made a whole roasted chicken for the first time and, to be honest, it didn’t come out the best. It was undercooked on the inside... By HessPBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Connection Between IBS and DiabetesIrritable bowel syndrome is a condition characterized by several digestive or gut-related symptoms occurring together, including pain in the abdomen, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. These can include diarrhea... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Primary Care Physicians: Why are They Important?Recognizing the importance of having a primary care physician can be challenging for some, especially if you have had a poor experience or two. One bad visit can cause negative... By Tori Whitney2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Look, Same Great Community!You might notice a few changes in the way things look when you visit IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. Never fear! You still have the same tools for finding info and connecting with others... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Gluten-Free Casein-Free Diet for IBSI may have mentioned before that my son has autism. When he was first diagnosed, his mother and I researched and got involved in everything having to with treating a... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why It’s Important to Speak UpRaising awareness about IBS is important for many reasons. Part of those reasons are because we want to educate others about what we go through and emphasize the seriousness of... By HessP1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When IBS and Endometriosis IntersectI remember it very clearly: a night I was driving home from the diner with my new boyfriend and feeling the distinct rumbling in my belly that signaled I would... By Laura Kiesel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Am I Going to Make It?I’ve recently taken a part-time job working a hotline that helps people who have mental health, substance abuse and isolation/loneliness issues. I take all kinds of calls. Sometimes, it’s just... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Suffering from IBS as a TeenagerIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) doesn’t spare anyone and unfortunately also teenagers can suffer from this dreadful disorder. In fact, it is estimated that 10%-15% of older children and adolescents suffer... By Larah Brook3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Can Fecal Transplants Help IBS?I’ve been reading and hearing more and more about fecal microbiota transplants (FMTs) as possible treatment for IBS. I know, I know. There’s a definite “ick” factor involved with this... By Becky Oleson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
IBS-Friendly Bone Marrow BrothRecently, a member of our Facebook community asked if we had a recipe for bone marrow broth, and unfortunately at the time we did not. I used to be in... By HessPBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Decoding Stigma in IBS - The Importance of Story TellingAs a dietitian specializing in functional gut disorders, I work with IBS patients every day. It’s unfortunate that many of them come in uncertain, discouraged, and frustrated. It is no... By Andrea Hardy RD4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How IBS Has Affected My ConfidenceIBS can get in the way of so many things but confidence is something that has been greatly affected in me. It is very hard to be confident in yourself... By Sarah Taylor3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments