Pets Give Unconditional Acceptance That’s Hard To Get Elsewhere...When you have IBS, it’s easy to feel isolated, misunderstood and judged by the people around you. While the people closest to you try to understand what you’re going through...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stella: The Dog That Saved My Life...I don’t like to tell this story. It’s very personal and brings up a lot of very strong feelings. But, because it is Pet Month here on IrritableBowelSyndorm.net, I thought...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance Of Water...We all know we should drink plenty of water, but do we do it? And just how much should you drink? Water is so critical for our health, and it’s...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Even If Stress Is A Trigger For IBS, It’s Not All In Your Head...When I was first diagnosed with IBS, I was told that I was causing my symptoms. That it was all in my head and if I stopped worrying so much...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Exercise for IBS...Depending on your age, weight, gender and about a thousand other factors, the exercise part of your self-care routine can look very different. I think in today’s body obsessed culture...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS-C- More Than Constipation...If you’re not an IBS sufferer and hear IBS-C, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation, you may just think that IBS-C patients may have a little more constipation than others. Chronic...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Why Don't You Just Get A Pet?...One of the most overlooked ways of managing illness of any kind is the thought of providing a pet with a loving home. Not only are you providing one of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Dose of My Own Medicine Part 2...In August, I wrote about my history with IBS-D and the knowledge and support I have gleaned from my friend who lives with severe celiac disease. Since August, I have...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
IBS-Friendly Chicken Salad...Having trouble finding the right salad? Here’s a low FODMAP recipe you might enjoy! Strawberry grilled chicken salad with strawberry dressing! Not only is it delicious, but it's satisfying and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
IBS Doesn't Care About Your Life...In my past couple of articles about my experiences with IBS, I have tried to share my intentions and 'game plan' for dealing with a life disrupted, and sometimes stopped...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Spotlight: Pets and Health...In February we’re shining a spotlight on pets and the health benefits of pet ownership! Did you know that February 20, 2017 is #LoveYourPetDay? Of course, cuddling with a cat...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Pets and Health...This month we’re talking about how pets can affect or help IBS. If you have a pet, tell us how your pet helps you cope with your IBS. Don’t have...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Show Me (more than) the Money! Results from the Cost of Care Survey...Cost is a major factor in managing a chronic health condition, such as IBS. There are many things people do to save money and cut costs, but not everyone is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Power of Pets...I’ve never been much of a cat person, and for years, I wasn’t fond of many dogs, either. But my feelings about animals changed when my husband and daughter brought...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Me Myself and IBS...Hi Everyone! I've had IBS for 4 years now and have been looking for ways to counter this. I have been documenting my journey for the last 6 months and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Anything New Can Make Your IBS Flare, But Don't Let it Stop You...One of the most frustrating things about IBS is that you can have everything under control, with no flare ups occurring, and then next thing you know you’re barely functioning...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Caring For Yourself...Always...Living with IBS presents many challenges. Some are easily overcome and others are not. While the idea of ‘mind, body, spirit’ has been tossed around in popular culture, the idea...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Low FODMAP Cumin and Thyme Slow-Cooked Chicken...This hearty, fragrant slow cooker/crockpot meal is perfect for when you don't really feel like cooking as you can put it on to cook while you go off and do...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips on Staying Positive...The journey to better health while having IBS is a very bumpy road to travel on. There will always be ups and downs that will cause setbacks and misery, but...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Are Probiotics Worth the Money?...When I first went to the doctor for IBS almost 6 years ago, I received a laundry list of items to pick up at my local Whole Foods that should...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
