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
What Could Be Missing In Your IBS Treatment...The vast majority of people with IBS have tried elimination diets like FODMAPs, GAPS, Gluten and dairy-free, etc. These diets are wonderful...reactionscomments
I Think I’m Just Not Going to Eat...It’s a simple solution right. My new IBS diet will be NOTHING. There are all these things we can’t eat or drink...reactionscomments
IBS Relapse...The topic of the day is IBS RELAPSE. Now, I know we can look at this a number of ways, but for...reactionscomments
Some Of My Misconceptions About IBS...When I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease) at the age of 13, my GI immediately told...reactions2comments
2 Things You Might Not Know About Your IBS...Figuring out how to deal with my IBS on a day-to-day basis has been a continuous process ever since it started. When...reactionscomments
Cleanliness and IBS...Does IBS make you feel dirty? It makes me feel dirty sometimes. No, it does… I know I’m an adult and that...reactionscomments
Anxiety and IBS...As a teenager, I had some occasional stomach problems, but they would rarely happen often. But now I’m a woman in my...reactions2comments
Flare of Negativity...It feels like my abdomen is an overfull balloon. It is puffed up and out and uncomfortably tight. I’ve come home after...reactionscomments
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
Same Illness, Different Triggers...Many doctors prescribe medication without considering the specific differences among patients that would call for more individualized treatment plans. I have lived...reactionscomments
Q&A with Dr. Nandi 2 - Is the Medical Community More Aware About Effective Management Strategies for IBS?...Living with IBS is difficult, and effectively managing symptoms can be extremely complicated. Often times, there are more questions than answers, leaving...reactionscomments
Q&A with Dr. Nandi 3 - Could Some Other Condition Cause IBS Symptoms?...Living with IBS is difficult, and effectively managing symptoms can be extremely complicated. Often times, there are more questions than answers, leaving...reactions1comment
An IBS Story...I’m not sure this story is for everybody, as the situation is pretty unusual I think. I am writing this to share...reactionscomments
The Power of the Mind - IBS & Overall Health...We have all heard and know that our mind is a powerful thing, but just how powerful is it? Let’s take a...reactions20comments
Food intolerance testing...I have been suffering badly for the last 6 years. You name the symptom I had it, you name the drug, I...reactions3comments
Changing Up the Diet...Has anyone ever heard that if you continue to do the same exercise routine over and over, that your body will get...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Work Without the Expectation of Reward...It is necessary for me to include a spiritual aspect in my management of IBS. Not only does it help to cultivate...reactionscomments
IBS Diet Tips: How I Cut Down on Fat and Still Enjoyed Eating...One thing I realized early on in my IBS journey was that fatty, rich foods could be a major trigger. In particular...reactionscomments
