NUTRITION
Why should we care about powdered superfoods?
Scrolling through TikTok, there are numerous influencers promoting the trendiest product on the market. Right now, powdered superfood...
What you need to know about hard ciders and the gut
Fall is here and so are popular fall activities like apple picking. Most orchards have plenty of apples to pick with the family, as well...
The “best” Halloween candy for those with IBS
Halloween is almost here! In 2021, Americans spent around $3 billion on Halloween candy – and American children reportedly ate nearly...
Why we should learn more about psyllium
Psyllium is a form of fiber found in the outer layer of seeds from the psyllium plant called Plantago ovata, which is grown primarily in...
Back-to-school season calls for IBS-friendly lunches!
Millions of students around the country have either returned to school or are on their way back soon. ‘Tis the season of lunchboxes,...
Fish oil may be the missing link in an IBS diet
Many IBS Life readers may have heard about the benefits of fish oil to their health. But how can this healthy fat help with IBS? Fish...
These are IBS Life editors' fave sorbets
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...
Here’s how coffee helps move “things” along in your GI track
For some people, coffee does more than jump-start their day. It also helps “wake up” their GI track and move their bowels along. Despite...
Why IBS doesn’t mix well with certain alcohol
Have you ever found yourself drinking with friends and then feeling like your GI track took a drastic turn? The cramping, bloating, or...
Spirit-free beverages can be just as fun during the holidays
The holidays can be troublesome for people with IBS. Beside all the rich, hearty food that can exacerbate digestive issues, holiday...
Foods to boost your mood
Food can have a major impact on the body’s overall wellness, not just physically but mentally as well. Eat too much sugar, for example,...
What you should know about kombucha
Not so long ago, most people would turn their noses at the sight and smell of fermented foods. But recently, this food category has...
Here’s why women should encourage men to add probiotics to their diet
Recently, an IBS Life reader went home to visit family and noticed his mother and sister eating Greek yogurt. When asked, both mentioned...
Is it IBS or an allium intolerance?
Everyone can agree that the best part of eating is tasting the flavors. Sweet, savory, salty, rich, spicy — we all have preferences....
This ingredient makes yogurt a superfood
Most people with IBS assume that they should avoid dairy products considering they tend to be high FODMAP and can easily irritate the...
Here’s why these types of "milk" won’t trigger IBS
Figuring out what foods won’t trigger uncomfortable symptoms is one of the hardest parts of having IBS. Looking at every ingredient in a...
Six way to not overeat during the holidays
It’s that time of year. A season of holiday feasting that kicks off during Thanksgiving and continues until January 2021. For most of us,...
Why We Crave Junk Food
When you’re at home all of the time — especially during this pandemic — it’s easy to grab snacks in the kitchen and eat mindlessly....