Comparing IllnessesFor some, getting diagnosed with IBS can be difficult as it involves several doctor’s visits of complaining about the same issues for...reactions4comments
The Challenges of Food Shopping with IBSThere are so many aspects to IBS that make the “simple” things in life difficult. For instance, it’s commonly known that it...reactionscomments
IBS and ConstipationI have IBS-M. I have said before, if a gun were held to my head, I would choose the ‘D’ part of...reactions2comments
Do IBS Sufferers Complain Too Much?When IBS sufferers attempt to describe their symptoms, some people tend to think they’re over-exaggerating about normal things that everyone else goes...reactions8comments
The Benefits of MinimalismIn a previous article, I spoke about the idea of relapse with regards to IBS. A lot of times relapse and ‘bad...reactionscomments
Sometimes I Just Need a BreakI feel like my IBS often acts as a reminder that I need to slow down and take a break. When I’ve...reactions3comments
The BBQ Break-up LetterDear Local BBQ Joint: It breaks my heart to say this, but I may have to quit you. I’ve enjoyed many unforgettable...reactions2comments
Caring For Yourself...AlwaysLiving with IBS presents many challenges. Some are easily overcome and others are not. While the idea of ‘mind, body, spirit’ has...reactionscomments
New Studies Look at Potential Causes, Impacts and Treatments for IBSAs both an IBS patient and a health writer and journalist, I try to keep current on the latest scientific studies and...reactions1comment
Sometimes You Just Gotta Laugh…Having IBS is like having a younger brother or sister annoy you every time you’re on the phone with your high school...reactions4comments
It’s Time to Break the Poop TabooPoop. Turd. Crap. Number two. Stools. Fecal matter. Sh*t. Bowel movements. Dropping the kids off at the pool. There are so many...reactionscomments
The Blame GameHow often do we blame ourselves for our symptoms of IBS (or other conditions) that may or may not have anything to...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Four Pillars of Gut HealthIt’s no secret that the word “health” doesn’t refer to just one component of our well-being. That being said, being healthy can...reactionscomments
Workplace Stress and IBSDue to the nature of my job, I tend to put up a big ol’ block when it comes to ‘workplace stress.’...reactionscomments
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis EraThe United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led to a...reactionscomments
My New Years Resolution for 2019Towards the end of the year, I like to reflect on how the year went overall. I do this because it helps...reactionscomments
Situations That Don’t Work with My IBSOver the past three years, I have noticed that some situations are particularly difficult for me due to my IBS. Usually, it’s...reactionscomments
Medication Management: AntidepressantsOften, I like to share situations that I run across in my work as a social worker to share with others who...reactionscomments
The Monkey MindI am happy to report that my IBS has been rather kind to me lately. That’s maybe not the best way to...reactionscomments
