Good Days Do HappenI remember the first year of my IBS journey so well. I was freaked out, miserable, and felt like I would never...reactions1comment
Losing Weight with Low FODMAP DietI was wondering the other day if non-IBS people used the low FODMAP diet as a weight loss diet. I don’t generally...reactions2comments
Antibiotics and IBSThe doctor squinted at the computer and then returned her glance to me. "It looks like you have an infection," she said...reactions10comments
Emergency Room PainThe other day I was speaking with someone about the intense pain that coincides with some IBS symptoms, cramping in particular. They...reactions6comments
The Stigma around "Poop Talk"Unfortunately, I understand how embarrassing and uncomfortable it can be to talk to others about our bowel movements. None of us asked...reactions2comments
Low FODMAP Eating While CampingFor many, summertime means vacation, weekend getaways, and the great outdoors. Relaxing and stress-free right? For those with IBS, it can sometimes...reactionscomments
What is the Worst Part of Working with IBS?When it comes to working with IBS, it’s not easy to perform because negative symptoms can kick in at any moment. As...reactions17comments
I am Not a VictimContributor and Patient Advocate, Hess Polanco, uses spoken word to cope with his IBS. In this video, he shares a piece with...reactionscomments
What You Need to Know to Manage IBSThe team at IrritablebBowelSyndrome.net conducted their annual "IBS in America Survey" for 2018 and the results are giving us some fantastic insight...reactionscomments
What is Your Favorite IBS Friendly Meal?As IBS sufferers, we don’t always have the luxury of eating whatever we want because our symptoms can easily be triggered. That...reactionscomments
What is the Worst Side Effect of IBS?When suffering from a chronic condition, such as IBS, it’s not easy to function in everyday life because we’re constantly battling painful...reactions4comments
Reducing Stress through NatureLooking for ways to tame your stress (and your IBS)? Contributor Emily Downward shares how she reduces stress by spending time in...reactions2comments
Which Diet Works Best For Your IBS?As IBS sufferers, we have to go through many trials and errors before finding out which diet works best for us. At...reactionscomments
Traveling with IBSTraveling can pick up during the summer, which can be stressful for the IBS sufferer. Whether you're stressed about the car or...reactionscomments
A Day In the Life...Hey IBS community! In this video, I bring all of you into a day in my life. I pretty much share what...reactions2comments
What Is The Hardest Part Of Traveling With IBS?Traveling with IBS can be a pain in the butt, literally. The anxiety and stress that comes along with traveling can intensify...reactions2comments
EncouragementHess Polanco, Contributor and Patient Advocate, also suffers from IBS and understands the daily struggles of living with such a debilitating condition...reactionscomments
Can Talk Therapy Benefit IBS?One of the frustrating responses many of us with IBS have been on the receiving end of when we first started becoming...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
