Why Do I React to Everything I Eat?...This is a question I get a lot from IBS clients, especially those with IBS-D. Every time they eat they get symptoms...reactionscomments
When I Realized I had a Serious Issue...My college years will forever be the most memorable, but also to some extent, the most traumatic years of my life. Like...reactionscomments
Andrea Hardy...Andrea was previously an advocate on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. Hi! I’m Andrea. I’m a Registered Dietitian and popular Nutrition Blogger from Calgary, Alberta. My...
IBS Was My First Diagnosis...IBS was my first diagnosis, but it wasn’t my last. In the past few years of being an IBS patient advocate, I’ve...reactions3comments
What Is a Functional Bowel Disorder?...When the digestive system is not functioning normally but no structural causes are found, the problem might be one of several functional...reactionscomments
Getting Tested for SIBO...SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth) is a chronic bacterial infection of the small intestine. While we all naturally have beneficial bacteria in...reactions3comments
MyDailyLife...I am now 39. This story began at the age of 17. 22 years of unknown suffering from IBS. I knew, because...reactions4comments
Still suffering...My story began several years ago. I was told I had diverticulosis and was hospitalized on a few occasions. Finally had my...reactions2comments
IBS Sufferers Want To Feel Validated...We all want to feel validated in some way, shape or form. Whether we express these feelings or not, it is human...reactions1comment
Moments When IBS Attacks!...Every time I attempt to step foot outside the door, IBS kicks me in the gut and says, “Dude, you know you...reactions4comments
Eating in Moderation? I Wish!...When I see posts on social media, or articles in the news stating the best way to eat is in moderation, I...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
Caitlin Wheat...Caitlin was previously an advocate on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. Caitlin is a qualified Naturopath with a passion for helping people who are suffering from...
Traveling on an Airplane with IBS...Traveling on an airplane is a pain in the butt when struggling with IBS (pun intended). First of all, anxiety triggers my...reactions2comments
Suffering Without Any Answers...I have suffered a very long time with undiagnosed symptoms. I have been told it could be gerds, could be diverticulitis, gall...reactions5comments
The True Cost of an IBS Diagnosis...Some illnesses have a logical path to a cure, which also comes with a known cost. For example, when you have the...reactions5comments
Understanding Clinical Trials...A clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
How To Eat Out With Friends When You Have IBS...So you’ve been invited out for dinner with friends, or you’re organizing a family gathering, or you need to arrange a team...reactionscomments
Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE...Melissa was previously a health leader on IrritableBowelSyndrome.net. Melissa is a nationally recognized nutrition educator and speaker, Registered Dietitian and wellness expert...
Long, Drawn Out Diagnosis Period...There is often a long, drawn out diagnosis period when it comes to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Because a lot of the...reactions2comments