New Meds: The Pain ThresholdIn a past article, ‘Being Patient with New Medication’, we talked about our quest to find some relief from pain related to IBS, psychological symptoms or other illnesses, by way... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cloud EggsA fun little way to switch up eggs on toast (if this isn’t a trigger for your symptoms), perfect for when you have a little time on your hands on... By Hannah NoonanBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Just This One Time...For a long time now, I’ve been doing this yo-yo, back and forth dance with my IBS. I’ll do better for a few days and then not, a few weeks... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS-Friendly Quinoa Vegetable SaladLately, I have been experimenting with recipes that are filling, yet don’t require much or any meat at all. This is a great recipe for IBS sufferers who are trying... By HessPBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Experience Trying Vegan FoodMy experience trying vegan food has been a bit of an interesting journey. My parents are from the Dominican Republic, and the traditional dishes from our culture are mainly comprised... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
The Microbiome: The Four Pillars of Gut HealthThe third pillar of gut health I’m going to discuss is gut health itself – specifically – fostering a healthy and happy microbiome! Our large intestine naturally contains bacteria that... By Andrea Hardy RD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reflect On Your Successes – An Unexpectedly Powerful StrategyOver the years I’ve learned many strategies for controlling my IBS. Most of them revolve around removing potential triggers, which of course is very important to prevent symptoms from starting... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS & Toxic RelationshipsAs we all know, stress is the one of the worst things for anyone suffering with IBS. Whether it be stress from work, school, or even your personal relationships. Some... By Ally Marie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS and Online Trolls - “Just Suck It Up!”The other day I was on a few different online platforms just searching around for IBS content, and I came across some pretty interesting posts. I read an article about... By HessP3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Finding The Light At The End Of The TunnelDo you remember that moment? When it really sank in and you truly knew what it meant for your future, now that you had IBS? For me, that moment was... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Experience With EMDR TherapyI work in the mental health field and have IBS. As you can imagine, both my job and my IBS take up a lot of my time and tend to... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS Confessional: Food Poisoning, Stomach Bugs and IBS, Oh My!I don't know about you, but sometimes I find myself sitting on the toilet - or looking in - and wondering, "Well, which one is it today? Stomach bug? Food... By Lisa Pearl McIntosh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pain Avoidance Is A ProblemHow far would you go to avoid pain? That might sound like a strange question to ask, particularly since anyone with IBS has lots of experience with pain. And really... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
These Are A Few Of my Favorite Things...That I Can No Longer EatResearch shows that 25 percent of IBS patients experience symptoms related to their diet, and as a result, many people avoid foods that will exacerbate their symptoms- known as trigger... By IrritableBowelSyndrome.net Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why and How I Mistreat My IBSI have IBS with constipation. I also have multiple sclerosis (MS). You would think that the focus of my energies would be on managing MS, the more serious condition of... By Kim Dolce4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The WRAP Plan: Post CrisisI have tried over the course of several articles to explain and promote the benefits of the WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan). Today we will talk about the final part... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How My Family Feels About My IBSWhen I first started dealing with IBS, my family wasn’t as understanding as they are now. Actually, the first couple of years were quite an emotional roller coaster for me... By HessP4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Consistency Will Help Your IBS During the HolidaysRegardless of whether you have a busy holiday season or a quiet one, you’re likely to be taken out of your regular routine. This can be a good thing… seeing... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments