Strawberry Ginger Citrus TeaFinding sweet drinks that do not trigger my symptoms is really difficult. Most of the juices or teas on sale at the store contain tons of high-fructose corn syrup, which...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
OH EM GHEE!Have you ever heard of ghee? I had never heard of ghee until just recently. Ghee is the clarified (purified) version of butter that has been popular in Indian and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Using Past Experiences to Keep Moving ForwardToday I purchased a ticket to a conference I’ve been wanting to attend for years. For some people, such a purchase is easy. All that goes through their mind is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS RelapseThe topic of the day is IBS RELAPSE. Now, I know we can look at this a number of ways, but for the purposes of this article, I would like...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Getting Family and Friends To Help With Your Special DietThere’s nothing worse than having to follow a restricted diet when everyone else around you can eat whatever they want, while you sit there with a plate that’s got a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Teas and Smoothies Help Me OutWhen it comes to teas and smoothies, I find them to be great for juice and meal replacements. Throughout my years of living with IBS, I have experimented a lot...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dealing with IBS and MoreI’ve had IBS for several years and have learned, for the most part through trial and error, what works for me and also what I need to avoid to keep...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Take the Media Usage Survey!Managing a chronic condition such as IBS is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What do you do to unwind and take your mind off coping with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 periods’ with IBS happen because we lose focus...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS-Friendly QuicheIf there is anything I can handle eating anytime of the day its EGGS. I love that I can prepare them in so many different ways (i.e. boiled, scrambled, baked...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stages of Change: Pre-ContemplationIn the mental health field, we talk ‘Stages of Change’ all the time. For those unfamiliar, the ‘Stages of Change’ model provides an efficient structural model to help describe the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
4 Incredible Resources for IBS PatientsSince I’ve been diagnosed with IBS, I’ve been on the search for all kinds of resources related to this condition, like online support groups, blogs, any information on remedies or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Confidence and Self-EsteemThe more I read about the many psychological issues that people with IBS experience, the more the subject of confidence and self-esteem come up. IBS saps your strength. IBS does...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS Friendly Chocolate Almond Butter MilkshakeHello fellow IBS sufferers! Do you guys like ice cream and milkshakes but find that dairy just kicks your butt every time because of IBS? Well pout no more! Here’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sticker Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Sticker Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Using Gratitude to Reduce the Mental Challenges of IBSA tool that I regularly use personally, and in my practice, is the cultivation of gratitude. I find this simple strategy incredibly helpful for people coping with the mental challenges...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coffee and CigarettesGuess what I just did? Made an espresso...it's excellent. After I'm done, I will have another. Somewhere in between I will smoke a cigarette. Being that this is a forum...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Happiness EquationAlthough the field of psychology largely developed by studying disease, for the last 20 years or so, there has been a growing trend of looking at the positive side, called...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Don’t Be Afraid To Admit You Need HelpIBS is a very challenging condition to deal with because it affects you both physically and mentally. When things are going well, everything is good. But when things aren’t going...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Low FODMAP Tuna Quinoa SaladThis recipe is easy to throw together and a great option for a packed lunch and can last a few days in the fridge (just add the lettuce in fresh)...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
