Maya Abdominal Massage: Can It Take Away The Pain?...At times, the thought of anyone going near my belly let alone pressing on it, would have sent a tingle of fear up my spine! IBS can be painful enough...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The WRAP Plan: Early Warning Signs...In our continuing discussion regarding the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP Plan), we will take a look at the next part of the plan: Early Warning Signs. So far, we...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Unless you have IBS, then you don't understand...Since I was a child I have had problems with GI issues. In those days, when my parents took me to the doctor, they were told I had "balloon belly"...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
When will my endurance come back?...I had bowel resection 3 weeks ago took ileocecal valve and 8-10 inches. Out of work 3 more weeks. When will my endurance come back? I am so tired all...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Dear IBS – You Suck! (Vol. 2)...Dear IBS, You suck! Just last week you were being good to me. What happened? I mean, I was able to drink coffee, cups of coffee at that, and you...Reactions0reactionsComments34 comments
Is It Really An IBS Trigger? Or Just a Phase?...The first time I had a colonoscopy, I was very discouraged because the gastroenterologist told me that I could just drink a cup of coffee with Miralax and my IBS-constipation...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping with Physical Pain...From what I’ve read and the people I’ve spoken with on the topic, IBS pain comes in a variety of forms and is experienced differently by most everyone. I would...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Is It Time To Try A New Strategy?...You’ve probably heard of a saying that goes something like this… “the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result.” What this...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Which Diet Works Best For Your IBS?...As IBS sufferers, we have to go through many trials and errors before finding out which diet works best for us. At times it seems almost anything we eat can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A long journey...My IBS-D started at least 20 yrs. ago. I have been to 10 GI doctors who mostly prescribed fiber and/or Imodium. When that either didn't help or caused worse problems...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Dear IBS – You Have Been Good Lately (Vol .1)...Dear IBS, I have noticed that you’ve actually been good to me the past couple of days. I just had a large cup of coffee and surprisingly you didn’t send...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My story...I’m in my 70’s, had about 6” of colon removed because of diverticulitis. My father had diverticulitis and eventually died of colon cancer. I’ve had constipation for a good number...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Chocolate Caramelized Banana...This is a good little snack if you’re looking for something sweet or even a tasty dessert to serve to family and friends. It takes just a few minutes to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Vegetarian Protein Sources on a Low FODMAP Diet...Many people struggle to find high protein vegetarian options on a low FODMAP diet, particularly because most legumes are quite high in FODMAPs. But there are still many high protein...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tenacity: The Key to Finding the Right Doctor...For the sake of this article, I would like to share my journey to find a new therapist over the last few months. However, the concepts discussed and the frustrations...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Swim Your Tummy Troubles Away...When those of us with IBS think about swimming, some negative images come to mind: cramping, bowel flare-ups, bathing suit blunders... Ultimately, many of our associations with the pool are...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What daily routines help manage your IBS symptoms?...If you're suffering from IBS, you know how unpredictable flares can be. Are there any routines you've established that help off-set flares? Any routines that you tried, but didn't work?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Intermittent Fasting Without Even Knowing...As an IBS sufferer of many years and throughout my journey of trying to lose weight, I have tried all kinds of diets. From a high fiber diet to the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I Hate Mornings...I think it’s pretty common knowledge that many people that suffer with IBS have a really rough time in the morning hours. By "really rough time," I mean some of...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
