Spousal Stomach Support...For over 10 years, my husband, "G," has been patient, kind, and understanding regarding my irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). He’s driven me...reactions1comment
The Difficulties of Acting With IBS...While on a movie, or TV show, us background actors, and principals, are given "lunch," a mandatory meal that’s supposed to be...reactions6comments
Quinoa Tasty Salad...When the nice weather finally arrives, all I can think about is a fresh, healthy salad. In the Netherlands, the spring warmth...reactions1comment
Learning to Listen To My Body...Struggle, struggle, not so bad...pretty good. I feel great! Struggle, struggle, not so bad...I think you get the idea. This is the...reactions1comment
Tips for Managing IBS in the Summer...Living in Florida can be challenging with the intense humidity and high temperatures. And dealing with IBS isn’t helpful. Heat and IBS symptoms...reactions7comments
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Does IBS Make Me More Prone To Stomach Bugs?...It was recently sick season in our household. After a nasty flu, several colds and hand-foot-mouth, my children brought home my least...reactionscomments
Maintaining a Healthy Weight with IBS...IBS can be very tricky when we speak about maintaining a healthy weight. It can hit every single one of us differently...reactions1comment
Helpful Tips for Dealing with IBS Flares in Public...Recently, I had an IBS flare while at a public function. It reminded me of tips that I have acquired over the...reactions41comments
My Favorite Nourishing IBS-Friendly Foods...In the past year, I’ve been on a mission to nourish my body the best I can without upsetting my IBS-D. While...reactions1comment
Traveling On A Plane With Flaring IBS...A few months ago, I flew from Australia to Europe with a couple of layovers stops in between, the whole trip took...reactions9comments
How to Sleep With IBS...Have you ever slept poorly, only to wake up with an IBS flare the next day? Or maybe you are already in...reactions1comment
IBS Symptom History...In order to diagnose irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), your doctor will assess your past medical history and your family's medical history. They...
Stool Sample Collection Panic...For me, the pandemic proved, to be the best time to avoid having to go to the doctor. I’ve never liked going...reactions8comments
Lactose Intolerance Test for IBS...Many people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) notice that their symptoms get worse after they eat certain foods. One common food sensitivity...
Colonoscopy and Sigmoidoscopy for IBS...Colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy are medical procedures that allow a doctor to look at a person’s large intestine (colon). In both, a flexible...
Symptoms of IBS: Diarrhea...Diarrhea is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is 1 of 3 main types of IBS: IBS with diarrhea...
Recovering and Resetting After Vacation...Vacations are wonderful. If you are able to, I encourage you to go places and explore as much as you can. They...reactions14comments
Nausea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)...Nausea is a common symptom in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Nausea is just one of many symptoms associated with IBS...
Emily Downward...Emily is a master certified life coach, health educator, and professional medical writer, who is passionate about empowering people to be their...
