What Is the Bristol Stool Scale?...I think the majority of us can agree that talking about our poop can be a little embarrassing! Being a nurse, stool...reactionscomments
Nicotine and IBS...As many of us may already know, nicotine is a stimulant that is used for a smoking cessation aid and the relief...reactionscomments
The Search to Understand IBS Flare-Ups...How did it all go wrong? When you're sitting on the toilet, clutching over in pain, heat rising in your body, you...reactions16comments
Did Antibiotics Cause My IBS?...I wrote an article a while back discussing my theory on how I contracted irritable bowel syndrome. I claimed that it is...reactions13comments
What Is It Like To Be a Dance Mom Living With IBS?...I have been what most people call a "dance mom" for almost 8 years. In those 7 years, we have had tons...reactions2comments
My Experience with COVID and Its Impact On My IBS Symptoms...Contracting COVID-19 was just about the last thing I thought I would have to deal with after the new year. After all...reactions2comments
The Calm Before The Storm: Constipation In IBS-D...My worst flare-ups tend to happen right after I’ve felt really good for a while. Like, for example, when I just had...reactions26comments
Community Views on the Link Between IBS and Allergies...It is not uncommon for someone to have other conditions as well as IBS. These other conditions are not always limited to...reactions8comments
IBS and Cholecystectomy: Does Gallbladder Removal Affect IBS?...I just had my gallbladder removed recently and now I wait to see if it will change my IBS. While it is...reactions28comments
Can Better Posture and Sleeping Positions Improve IBS?...I remember one night about 15 years ago, I was having a really bad IBS flare while visiting a friend of mine...reactions2comments
Surviving IBS: 1-Bathroom Home and Mobility Issues...So, I cannot run to the bathroom. Running is something I physically cannot do now. This has created its own set of...reactions12comments
Renovating An Apartment While Dealing With IBS...It's a blessing for sure to be able to renovate a home. In my case, my boyfriend and I are renovating our...reactions3comments
IBS Advocates Share Anxiety About Returning to "Normal"...In our 5th IBS In America survey, we asked the community about experiences living with IBS in addition to depression, anxiety, and/or...reactionscomments
IBS and Accessibility: Public Restrooms and Accessibility...I have a lot to say about accessibility. I am an ambulatory wheelchair user. This means I can walk but also use...reactionscomments
How to Prep IBS-Friendly Snacks for an On-the-Go Lifestyle...When you don’t have packed snacks, finding an outside fuel source may feel like the IBS-version of Russian Roulette. Will it trigger...reactionscomments
IBS and Exercise Enthusiasts: a Sample Day of Meals...As an athlete, IBS can be a real pain in the butt (or the gut). One minute, you are running along enjoying...reactionscomments
Put the IBS Stress to Rest with a Sample Day of Meals...Managing mealtime and IBS can be stressful, making it easy to keep your beloved gut-friendly dishes on repeat out of fear of...reactionscomments
Go Red for a Tasty Yet IBS-Friendly Valentine’s Day...Reap the health benefits of radiantly red, low FODMAP foods to improve your body from head to toe. This Valentine's Day, get...reactionscomments
How to Create Feel-Good IBS Meals with Frozen Foods...Close the food delivery app and head to the freezer! After a busy day of work, family obligations, and household chores, it’s...reactions1comment
An Antioxidant-Rich Sample Day of Meals for People with IBS...Get the body fighting with phytonutrients! Diets rich in these colorful plant-based components can help reduce the risk of diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular-related...reactions2comments
