Today’s topic is about the emotion scars associated with experiencing severe GI symptoms related to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). For some, a difficult experience with SIBO or severe IBS may result in post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Image credit: Photo by Abigail Keenan on Unsplash First, I will briefly share […]

As part of the IBelieveinyourStory campaign, I bring you E’s story: “My story started many years ago as I have struggled with constipation for as long as I can remember … I mentioned my constipation to my PCP six or seven years ago at my annual check up. She suggested adding more fiber to my diet. I […]

Today, I am sharing another IBS and SIBO story as part of the #IBelieveinyourStory campaign. Here is Lauren’s story: Since the time I was little, I always enjoyed being active. I was constantly running around and playing various sports. My stomach never bothered me; I could eat a whole cupcake and go for a run […]

Hello Friends! As you know, it is IBS awareness month and via the #IBelieveinyourStory campaign, I am on a mission to change the future of IBS. As you know, treatments for IBS are currently suboptimal. Most medications have side effects and don’t work for many. The low FODMAP diet is effective in managing symptoms in […]

Digestive symptoms can occur in all ages. They do not discriminate. IBS impacts 1 in 6 in the US…mostly females…and this includes some of our kiddos too. Today, I am featuring a story from a 13 year old girl. I think what is so telling in this story is that Haley’s uncomfortable digestive symptoms after […]

Today, I will feature another IBS journey. Here’s Beth IBS story… “My whole life, I could always eat any food and not suffer from gut issues; I used to say I had an iron stomach. That is, until one day, when I ended up in the emergency room, doubled over in pain after a week of […]

Hello Friends! I hope you will join me and raise awareness of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) by watching and SHARING my JUST launched,  IBS Awareness video.  (<Click on blue link). As you may or may not know, IBS is a chronic and painful gastrointestinal condition that impacts 40-45 million in […]

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April is IBS Awareness Month. I hope you join the mission of the #IBelieveinyourStory campaign.