Why Are My IBS Symptoms Worse In The Morning?Many people experience their IBS symptoms worse first thing in the morning, even after a long and restful sleep. There are a few reasons to explain why: Eating is a...reactions5comments
Coping with Invisible Illnesses in the WorkplaceI don't know about you, but I've lost out on several professional opportunities because of my physical and mental states. Between bathroom breaks, joint and muscle pain (including a fun...reactionscomments
When It All Becomes Too MuchHow much exactly are we supposed to put up with? With IBS and the variety of other illnesses that seem to go with it, we are forced to deal with...reactionscomments
I Want To Give Up, But I Won’tYou ever go through so much in life such as physical pain, emotional pain, work obstacles, and/or social obstacles that all you want to do is give up? And I...reactions1comment
A Battle with Body ImageIt’s almost become taboo to talk about body image since it can be a sensitive topic. But it’s something I want to discuss in relation to IBS. For most of...reactions2comments
Describing My IBS PainMy IBS has evolved a lot over the years. It started out with frequent bouts of diarrhea, constipation, and nausea. Now, it’s still all those symptoms, but includes back pain...reactions37comments
IBS-Friendly Polenta Parmesan BitesHere’s an IBS-friendly recipe that anyone can enjoy! I never used to like polenta but I was determined to find a way to make it taste good for my palate...reactions2comments
How I Try To Manage My IBS Symptoms The Natural WayAfter being diagnosed with IBS, I had a feeling of relief, because finally, after many years of not knowing what was wrong with me, I could do something to help...reactions3comments
Surviving IBS in the New YearYeah, yeah, yeah…resolution. We will come to the resolution that we don’t want IBS anymore. As ineffective as New Year’s resolutions tend to be, I do believe that they can...reactionscomments
Tips To Stay Calm On The Porcelain ThroneI know there are a lot of IBS sufferers out there who have a hard time on the porcelain throne. Whether it’s due to anxiety, constipation, or whatever the case...reactionscomments
The Value of Community SupportOne of the things that I love about people who have an ongoing medical condition is their willingness to support other people with the same condition. To encourage them, to...reactionscomments
Todd’s 2017 IBS Year in ReviewEvery once in a while, I like to post what is ultimately a journal entry. I think that all the sharing of individual situations and hardships in this forum, not...reactionscomments
Ask, Ask and Ask AgainThere are some medical conditions where the solution is pretty easy to determine. If you break your arm, it will need to be set and splinted so that it can...reactionscomments
Turmeric And Your Gut: Will This Golden Spice Help Your IBS Symptoms?It is not uncommon for people living with IBS to incorporate complementary alternative therapies such as traditional Chinese medicine and herbal products as a part of their IBS treatment. Many...reactions4comments
My Incredible Maya Abdominal Massage ExperienceWow, wow, wow. I have never had a massage like the Maya abdominal massage before. It was an emotional, energy releasing and somewhat painful experience. But I mean painful in...reactionscomments
Peanut Butter SmoothieSome people with IBS may have to limit what they eat due to triggers or because they are trialling a diet like the Low FODMAP diet to help get their...reactions2comments
The Holiday ReportThis will be my second Holiday season writing about the very real troubles those of us with IBS struggle with throughout the Season. Last year, I told tales of terror...reactionscomments
Changing Your Daily Routine Can Affect Your IBSSince so many different things can trigger IBS, one of the best ways to achieve stable management is to develop a consistent daily routine. This may include things such as...reactionscomments
New Year’s ResolutionEvery New Year deserves new goals to build a better you! My New Year’s resolutions are to practice better health and manage my IBS symptoms better this year than I...reactionscomments
The Eightfold Path: Right UnderstandingIn our continuing discussion about the Buddhist Eightfold Path, and how it may benefit you in your quest to manage your illness, we will return to the beginning. While it...reactionscomments
