8 Tips for Dealing with Abdominal Pain...Everyone who has IBS experiences abdominal pain, because it’s one of the diagnostic criteria for IBS. This means that the one thing that we all have in common is abdominal...reactions2comments
The Addictive Personality and IBS...So, so many things to consider and manage while we are living with IBS. I believe many of us try to do our absolute best to find the best balance...reactionscomments
What I've Discovered About Exercise...Firstly, I will say, that there will be no mind altering, earth shattering revelations made about exercise in this article. So don’t get too excited... What I’d like to talk...reactionscomments
The Perfect Vacation...As an IBS sufferer, traveling and going on vacation can sometimes be a nightmare. Whether I’m traveling by plane, car, bus, or even if I’m already at a beautiful resort...reactionscomments
Do you often feel misunderstood while living with an invisible illness?...Which part of your invisible illness do you wish people would see and understand? We want to hear more about your journey with an invisible illness....reactions14replies
Alone with IBS...I recently wrote an article titled, ‘Do You Ever Feel Alone: Even When You’re Not.’ This piece focused on the feelings of isolation and being different that many people with...reactionscomments
What source if most reliable for determining the fodmap in foods during the rechallenge phase?...I am rechallenging sorbitol with peaches, but also see peaches listed for fructose. Will I have an accurate rechallenge for sorbitol with peaches? The conflicting lists on various websites and...reactions3replies
Low FODMAP Popped Lentils...I must admit that I have not always been a fan of lentils. I know that many people absolutely love them but I always struggled to find ways to add...reactionscomments
Dear Wife of an IBS Sufferer…...To the Love of my Life, I love you dearly and I wouldn’t want to maneuver through this life without you. Before you and I got together, I was suffering...reactionscomments
Stages of Change: Maintenance...We have come to the fifth and final part of the 'Stages of Change' series. Please see my other articles regarding the Stages of Change model of recovery, to get a better...reactionscomments
Finding the Humor: Dealing with IBS and Pain...As some of you may or may not know, I create cartoons for IrritableBowelSyndrome.net called IBSgirl that portray funny, awkward and annoying encounters I've had living with IBS. These doodles...reactions1comment
One of the worst days of my life....Hi, It’s been months since I registered on this website. Just after being officially diagnosed with IBS-D, last April, after a colonoscopy and other medical meetings with my doctor. I...reactions3comments
The Cycle of Pain with IBS...Living with pain on a daily basis is draining, physically and mentally. While some people with IBS experience pain only on some days, other people are unfortunate enough to experience...reactions3comments
Who is one of the best specialist for ibs any were in AUS?...I had ibs for over 20 yrs, no matter how strict I am on the diets I keep getting worse, I've nearly ran out of foods I can eat, any...reactions2replies
Managing Psychological and Emotional Pain...This month IrrititableBowelSyndrome.net is featuring discussions about coping with IBS related pain. If you take a quick look at my articles, you’ll see a good portion of them are about...reactionscomments
The WRAP Plan: Triggers...The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP plan) is a series of actions one can take to improve their ability to manage symptoms and experiences of almost any illness. In the...reactionscomments
IBS-Friendly Shrimp Lollipops...I love the warm and hot seasons in New England because there’s more to do outside, such as grilling and enjoying the fresh air. I particularly love to grill because...reactionscomments
Coping with IBS and Body Image...I recently had the opportunity to pose for a photographer. This particular photographer specializes in beautiful nude portraits; however, this was not what initially brought us together. She recently made...reactionscomments
Four Pillars of Gut Health...It’s no secret that the word “health” doesn’t refer to just one component of our well-being. That being said, being healthy can mean different things to different people. You may...reactionscomments
