IBS and the Holidays: Everyone's Favorite Couple!Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat… Yes, that’s right, ladies and gents, the Holidays are upon us and what does that mean to those afflicted with IBS? Food...reactionscomments
Taming Holiday StressThe holidays are a wonderful time of joy, cheer and goodwill to all…and the extra shopping, the crowded parking lots, the increase in alcohol consumption and sugar, and the overpacked...reactionscomments
IBS Holiday Gift GuideThe Holidays are here! Whether you are thinking about what to ask for gifts this holiday season as an IBS sufferer, or if you are looking for a gift to...reactionscomments
New Rome IV Diagnostic Criteria for IBSNew criteria for diagnosing functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders were released in June 2016. The Rome IV criteria reflect advances in basic science research and clinical trials since the Rome III...reactions4comments
Holiday Party HacksA step-by-step guide to enjoying parties these holidays when you have IBS. Imagine this: You are at a Christmas party, you feel bloated. You’ve already been to the bathroom 3...reactionscomments
Do They Believe That My IBS is Real?One of the most common things I hear IBS sufferers say is that people who don’t have IBS just don’t understand or can't appreciate what it’s like to live with IBS. ...reactions2comments
My IBS and I went to Canada for ThanksgivingI decided to do something different for Thanksgiving this year. Instead of celebrating the holiday with a huge family dinner as usual, I took a road trip to Montreal, Canada...reactionscomments
What I Ate For Thanksgiving and What I'll Eat on Christmas Eve Because of ItWhen I thought about what I stuffed down my pie hole last month, I had kind of a weird feeling about writing this article. Weird in an embarrassing, self-conscious way...reactionscomments
Let's Talk About ConstipationI’m a recent victim—wait, that makes me sound like an autopsy corpse—make that “lucky winner” of a diagnosis of IBS with constipation. In the gastric version of “Let’s Make a...reactions2comments
Romantic Relationships and IBSIBS isn’t always attractive. Okay let’s be serious, IBS is never attractive. Whether it be the bloat, the sounds, or the smells, IBS always leaves us feeling less attractive, and...reactionscomments
Green Smoothie To Relieve ConstipationFind it hard to get your veggies and fruits in on a daily basis? Say no more! If you suffer from IBS-C, then you might be interested in this GREEN...reactionscomments
I Am in Recovery…Again (A Newcomer’s Ode to IBS)In my previous article, I related my recent struggles with IBS to my life in Recovery from an anxiety disorder and addiction issues. I also mentioned that I have taken...reactionscomments
Our #GivingTuesday Campaign#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping...reactionscomments
The Gym StruggleI have always been a big guy and a few years ago I decided I needed to lead a healthier lifestyle. At that point in my life, my weight was...reactions2comments
Peanut Butter CustardIf you're looking for a warm dessert option, then this is a perfect quick choice. The custard is easy to make and you can choose your preferred milk option. This...reactionscomments
IBS, Anxiety and The Middle WayWhen you're a kid no one sits you down and tells you that someday you will be sitting in a doctor's office answering questions about your bowel movements. How is...reactionscomments
The Squatty Potty ReviewHaving IBS-C can be difficult at times when things are stuck and just don’t want to move! So when I stumbled across the Squatty Potty I was intrigued to see...reactionscomments
Anti-fungal Diet and Irritable Bowel SyndromeWhen your gut is healthy, your whole body is usually healthy. Studies show that your gut’s contents affect all your major systems. And fungus serves a key role in your...reactions7comments
Do I Have IBS or Something Else?Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that can cause a range of different symptoms. These symptoms can come and go, and may change over time in terms of type...reactions1comment
Low FODMAP PancakesStart your day off right with this simple low FODMAP pancake recipe.reactionscomments
