Stress vs. Anxiety...I am very aware that a lot of us struggling with IBS experience significant anxiety to one degree or another. All people...reactions1comment
Are You Eating the Right Textures for Your IBS?...To many people, the classic image of healthy food might look something like a giant bowl of salad with a lot of...reactions1comment
Does anyone have tips for dealing with IBS-C?...I have been dealing with IBS-C for a long time now but it’s progressively getting a lot worse and stopping me from...reactions4replies
Sorry, But I Need My Own Bathroom...Having irritable bowel syndrome makes it very difficult for me to be patient when it comes to having to use the toilet...reactions18comments
Considering a New Job...I mentioned in an article recently that I was considering leaving my job and working from home full-time. While it has been...reactionscomments
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl...Strawberry banana is a classic combination, and this smoothie bowl doesn't disappoint. It's tasty, crisp, and smooth. So, next time you're looking...reactionscomments
Chocolate and IBS: Tread Carefully...I recently wrote a post for this site about eating ice cream with IBS and ways to try to still enjoy it...reactions1comment
The Obstacles We Face on the IBS Journey...So many of us have truly been on quite a life-journey due to irritable bowel syndrome. Some of us go through incredible...reactions13comments
Squash line soup...Someone sent me a recipe for this and I can't find it. Could you please post again as I want to make...reactions3replies
Smoothie Bowl Fun: A How-To Guide...I love food. So, when I discovered that I could learn how to cope with pain tolerance and learn mindfulness through my...reactionscomments
Has anyone here had an illness, such as a bout of food poisoning, that worsened IBS?...I had an illness, possibly food poisoning, about 12 years ago. My digestive system became much more sensitive. I was having more...reactions3replies
Is Talk Therapy Right for You?...I believe that different types of ‘talk’ therapy can be of great benefit for people who struggle with illness. From my perspective...reactionscomments
Low_FODMAP Peanut Butter Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies...The good news is cookies can taste great and provide nutrients for good health. A peanut butter cookie can really hit the...reactionscomments
My IBS Story...Hi All, My symptoms began 15 years ago. At first I thought is was just something I ate, but it got worse...reactions7comments
Pregnancy and IBS-D: The First Trimester Experience...If you’re a woman who has never had children before, you might be wondering: How would my IBS react to getting pregnant?...reactions2comments
Are My Health Concerns Dramatic or Valid?...One of the unfortunate and interesting things about having irritable bowel syndrome is that I have periods in life when I think...reactions10comments
Living With a Chronic Condition and Working...When you live with a chronic condition, it can affect every area of your life, including your work. In this Living With...reactionscomments
Forgiving Ourselves...I tend to blame myself for a lot of things that I probably should not. Sometimes it’s obvious things like a relationship...reactionscomments
Creamy Polenta With Balsamic-Braised Mushrooms...I can eat creamy polenta any time of year, at any meal! Besides, it’s a great source of fiber and protein. I...reactionscomments
Getting Treatment for My IBS Hasn’t Been Easy...There have been many times in my life when certain people used to ask me why I don’t see a doctor regularly...reactions65comments
