The Hell FiresDear Journal: I realized today that I have been having relatively severe IBS attacks for about a year now. Sometimes I get a break for a month or so, but... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hue-Guh, Hooga, Hygge! A Philosophy That Could Help Alleviate Your IBS Symptoms“Hygge, (pronounced hue-guh) is a Danish word used when acknowledging a feeling or moment, whether alone or with friends, at home or out, ordinary or extraordinary as cozy, charming or... By Ally Marie5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IBS Venting Session Vol. 3Hey IrritableBowelSyndrome.netCommunity, if you don’t mind, I need to vent yet again. I’ve been living with IBS for over seven years now and I still can’t get used to not... By HessP2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Meal Planning: Plan to EatA year ago I switched to a vegan diet and was shocked at the amount of meal planning and preparation required (I tend to procrastinate on most things in life)... By RebeccaB4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Pumpkin Spice SmoothieThis pumpkin smoothie recipe is great for the fall and winter seasons. It’s a delicious drink and contains enough fiber so if you’re an IBS sufferer having trouble using the... By HessPBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sick and Tired of Being Sick and TiredAs I’ve mentioned before, I seem to be caught in an endless, vicious cycle of anxiety and stress causing significant IBS flare ups. These flare-ups are almost always accompanied by extreme... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is There A Doctor In The House?In most of my articles, I have mentioned the importance of maintaining a good working relationship with your team of doctors, that is, assuming you have a TEAM, like I... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Foods to Boost Good Gut BacteriaProbiotic supplements contain healthy live bacteria and yeasts and are sometimes prescribed to treat IBS. The aim is to provide the gut with more helpful bacteria to push out the... By Hannah Noonan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
This Job is Killing MeI thought I would share this story about my current struggles managing my IBS symptoms and my very stressful job. American author Jim Rohn has been quoted as saying, 'Work... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Healing TouchThe first sense we develop is the sense of touch, and human touch is critical for survival. Infants who do not receive human touch fail to grow and survive, as... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips & Tricks for Sticking with an IBS DietOh, the irony. Someone so exhausted, bloated, and anxious (did I mention tired?) has to not only think long and hard about what they eat, but also go to extreme... By Ally Marie4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Turmeric LatteTurmeric can be used to treat inflammation naturally. It can also assist in stimulating the digestive process and reduce abdominal discomfort. Ginger can also help with digestion, reducing bloating, flatulence... By Hannah NoonanBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Holistic Approach to Self-CareWhat's good for the goose is not always good for the gander...but sometimes it is :-). From reading the forums here on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net, I’ve noticed so many similarities in people’s... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Gut Microbiota and IBSThere are trillions of microorganisms that live in our intestines. Formerly called the gut flora, these bacteria are known as the gut microbiota. Approximately one-third of the gut microbiota is... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Surrender and Acceptance for IBSI am a mental health and addictions counselor. I have been able to relate so many things I’ve learned working with people in recovery to my current struggles with IBS... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Meditation, Breathing and DistractionAs has been discussed many times before, it is possible that one of the causes of IBS is anxiety, stress and chronic worry. Today, I'd like to share some of... By tmholland3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Staying Sane With An IBS ChainOkay, so last time I told the tale of my battle with a burrito and 90 oz. of coffee. I’m pleased to say that I’ve successfully cut my coffee intake... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
There Is No IBS-Specific Diet That Works For EveryoneThere are so many diets out there that promote the promise of helping to minimize symptoms or completely cure you all together. We all know the latter is never true... By Marisa Lauren Troy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Foods I Eat When My IBS Flares UpWhen you have IBS flare-ups, it can leave you feeling very uncomfortable. For me, it often presents as nausea, bloating, and a lot of abdominal pressure – that’s when my... By Glenda Bishop, RNutr PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments34 comments
Today I'm Just Going to ShareIn my previous articles I’ve focused quite a bit on the psychological aspects of living with IBS. I’ve expressed an interest in taking a recovery based approach to dealing with... By tmholland2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments