IBS can turn life into a seemingly never-ending battle with diet, stress control, drugs, and bathroom urges. Here are some articles with helpful information.
This list will be kept up-to-date with new articles as they are published.
Could Coconut Oil Alleviate IBS Symptoms?
Coconut oil is touted as a magic cure-all by some websites. But could there be some truth to the claims? Many people insist that coconut oil or coconut macaroons have dramatically improved their irritable bowel symptoms.
IBS Blues? You CAN Have Your Salad and Eat It Too!
Green salad is a huge trigger for many who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. The good news is that you may be able to add salad to your diet without suffering the usual gas, cramping, or diarrhea. This article explains how.
IBS Sufferers: How to Increase Nutrition and Flavor of Food
Here are some ideas to zing up the taste and increase the nutrition of the foods you’re eating. Please ignore any tips that might incorporate foods on your trigger list.
15 Tips for Dining out when You Have IBS
Dining out can be a real ordeal if you are experiencing an IBS flare-up. However with some planning, you should be able to manage it. These tips will help.
Self-Hypnosis Could Be a Valuable Tool for Managing IBS Symptoms
You might not believe in hypnosis. However, anything that promotes relaxation will help relieve stress-related gastrointestinal spasms. Over time, you can actually teach yourself to relax.
Could Gelatin Help IBS?
Gelatin may help to heal the mucous membranes in the intestines and soothe the digestive tract. It is credited with improving several bowel disorders.
IBS and Flatulence: The Whys and Hows for Preventing Gas
Gas acts as a stimulus that can irritate the pain response and ignite the gastrocolic reflex. It also causes bloating and discomfort.
How Much Fiber Do You Need to Control Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
The advice on fiber consumption for IBS sufferers is often confusing and conflicting. This information should help to clarify the guidelines.
How Does Soluble Fiber Help IBS and IBD?
Many experts claim that soluble fiber relieves both diarrhea and constipation. Do these claims have any validity?
Did You Know that Many Celebrities Suffer from IBS?
Famous people get irritable bowel syndrome, too. It is possible to overcome your condition and do great things in spite of IBS.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Pet Peeves and Annoyances
The author shares her IBS pet peeves and annoyances in this article. What about you? Your comments are welcome!
IBS Sufferers Can Travel — Really, They Can!
Read practical advice that could help you escape from the loo and get you on your way to visit relatives or en route to an overseas vacation.
Information about Avoiding Sugars, Artificial Sweeteners, and Hidden Sugars
A list of more than 100 items that might cause problems for you, along with an interesting fact about food labels that could derail your IBS control.
Laugh Away Your IBS Symptoms
This article explains why laughter may help IBS and provides ways to increase the merriment in your life.
How You Can Increase Your Soluble Fiber Intake
Do you know what soluble fiber is? Do you understand why it helps IBS symptoms? Do you know how to increase the soluble fiber in your diet?
Stress — A Huge IBS Trigger — Learn How to Control This Monster
This article provides 20 stress-reduction techniques that will help you cope better and maybe even add a few years to your life!
Be Sure to Check Out Kathy’s Book:
IBS-IBD Fiber Charts: Soluble & Insoluble Fibre Data for over 450 Items, Including Links to Internet Resources — helping you to monitor fiber intake, no matter where you are.
Disclaimer
The Writer’s Lexicon series
and additional resources on my Facebook page.