The [Low-Fodmap] Apple Watch...Apples, as in the fruit, are high in FODMAPs, which can wreak havoc on the IBS sufferer’s gut. For example, whenever I...reactionscomments
The Power of Embarrassment...How often are you feeling embarrassed about having IBS? IBS is, I think, one of the more ‘embarrassing’ afflictions out there, due...reactions1comment
Dealing With The Crappiness of IBS...No matter how well your IBS is usually managed, there will be days when it overwhelms you. Sometimes that overwhelm is to...reactionscomments
IBS MEANS... Knowing Your Exits...It’s 3:00 in the afternoon. It’s a beautiful day, the sun is shining, a cool breeze flows through my hair. I’m sitting...reactionscomments
IBS-Friendly Matcha Latte...If you are looking for a warm and cozy hug in a mug, then try a Matcha Latte! Unlike regular green tea...reactionscomments
Stages of Change: Planning and Preparation...This is the third part in a series of articles describing the ‘Stages of Change’ model of behavior modification. In the previous...reactionscomments
Why I Don’t Take Prescription Drugs...Before I go into this article, I want to apologize to anyone that I might offend. These are simply my opinions and...reactionscomments
Our Wellness Needs to Become Habit...I don’t mind sharing my struggles with IBS. I think we all need to know that others struggle to ‘do the right...reactions2comments
Finding the Lesser Evil: When Mental and Physical Health Collide...We all want to give up sometimes. Give up on dietary restrictions. Give up on staying sober. Give up on life. And...reactions7comments
Skills I’ve Developed Because of My IBS...Hey IBS community! Let’s have a positive, light-hearted conversation about IBS. Turn that frown upside down! Although I’m suffering from tremendous pain...reactionscomments
Food Chemicals or FODMAPs, What's Your IBS Trigger?...So you have just been just been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and you’ve been told that to manage your symptoms...reactionscomments
IBS-Friendly Pizza...Hey fellow IBS sufferers! I want to share with you guys an IBS-friendly pizza recipe. I’ll be honest, this is one of...reactionscomments
The Benefits and Consequences of Hosting a Party...Once every summer for the past few years, my wife, in-laws, and I decide to throw a huge backyard party just to...reactionscomments
Traveling with IBS...Traveling can pick up during the summer, which can be stressful for the IBS sufferer. Whether you're stressed about the car or...reactionscomments
Apps and Life Hacks for IBS...What types life hacks do you have for managing your IBS symptoms? Use any smartphone apps to help track symptoms or diet?...reactions1reply
Resilience...Resilience is a word that is tossed around a lot when recovery from an illness is discussed. Resilience is a wonderful quality...reactionscomments
“How Are You?” – Do You Really Want To Know?...“How are you, Hess?” “How ya doin’, Hess?” “How was your weekend, Hess?” Have you ever been asked these questions by co-workers...reactions3comments
Fear of Failure...The fear of failure is one of the most common obstacles to success. I think the idea of ‘fear of failure’ is...reactionscomments
Powering Through Your IBS...The hardest part of a chronic condition is that it never goes away. You certainly can manage IBS, but you can never...reactionscomments
