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Opioids and their effect on IBS
In many ways, pain is a great teacher. We learn to avoid fire, sharp objects, and many other things that could cause us harm. It alerts...
Understanding and Managing Pain in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Living with IBS can come with unknown side effects. For example, many are unaware of how opiates can cause painful constipation, which...
The questionnaire that may pinpoint who suffers from GI symptom-specific anxiety
Investigators from the division of gastroenterology at the Oregon Health & Science University may have uncovered a unique method to...
Nutrition & Health
Here’s why IBS Life likes sorbet
With the summer heat continuing unabated, our editors thought that it might be a good idea to share our favorite frozen treats. This...
Kefir may be the magic health bullet we’ve all been looking for
Most of us are already familiar with probiotics. We know that fermented foods like pickles, sauerkraut, and Greek yogurt have a number of...
Yumminess in a cup and our favorite yogurts
Most people will say they want to incorporate healthier habits to improve their IBS symptoms, but just don’t know where to start. One...
Featured Recipes
An IBS-friendly cookout is easier than it seems
Summer is here, and so is cookout season! As millions of Americans bring out the grills and argue the merits of gas vs. charcoal, some...
A spring delight! Potato salad with peas and chives
As we leave the cold, dreary winter in many parts of the country, flowers bloom and spring vegetables are ready to harvest. Among those...
IBS-Friendly Girl Scout Cookies: Samoas!
‘Tis the season for Girl Scout cookies! Who can resist these delectable treats, while supporting young female entrepreneurs at the same...
Lifestyle
How a healthy family life can reduce the risk of childhood IBS
Parenting is hard. Parenting a child with IBS is even harder. According to Boston Children’s Hospital, it is estimated that between 10...
How to deal with IBS flare-ups when they occur
One of our IBSLife readers said that her IBS flare-ups can be as predictable as the weather. She’ll start bloating shortly after she eats...
Here’s why pets can make you feel better
Having a pet of any kind brings joy and love into an owner’s life, especially in a cold and dreary month like January. Perhaps that’s why...