Category Archives: IBS SYMPTOMS

Abdominal pain on the left side – or on the right side

Abdominal pain is one of the typical symptoms of IBS. It can be abdominal pain on the left side. Or abdominal pain on the right side. Or even abdominal pain upper middle! Wherever you experience it, that pain can feel like something gnawing away at you, and stealing your focus.… Read more

What IBS is costing you (and what to do about it)

There. It’s happened again. One of your colleagues vacated a job you’ve been wanting to do for AGES. You applied. But you didn’t get it. Even though you are qualified. Even though you know you’re better than the person they chose… So if you’re ideal for the post, why didn’t you get it?… Read more

IBS vs colon cancer

Many IBS sufferers secretly wonder if their ongoing symptoms are really just IBS – or something more sinister like colon cancer. There is no reason to be alarmed. However as awareness is power, here is what you need to know about IBS vs colon cancer: What you should know about IBS vs colon cancer The main symptoms can look similar to some typical IBS symptoms.… Read more

IBS and the fitted kitchen

There is one thing that all the IBS sufferers I have ever seen have in common: We all love good food! Cheese, wine, pizza, tasty pasta sauces… the list goes on. Emma loved good food. But she was stuck on bland food, the foods “she was allowed” – the ones that hopefully wouldn’t start off an IBS flare-up.… Read more

How your beliefs impact your IBS

Our beliefs come from various sources in our lives. They can be beneficial and provide structure and purpose. However they can also keep us stuck. Your beliefs can impact your IBS too, and the progress you make towards recovery.… Read more

Is managing IBS symptoms getting you RELIEF?

Are you trying to get through the day and managing IBS symptoms as best you can. But without getting much relief. I did this too for many years. But thankfully it is not the only option available to deal with IBS.… Read more

Diarrhoea or constipation: What if the cause is the same?

What are the causes of constipation or diarrhoea? If you have been suffering for a while with bowel movement problems, you have seen your doctor and are not finding that traditional treatment is doing the job for you, read on.… Read more

IBS pain in lower back (and lower abdomen)

IBS pain in your back

If you suffer from back pain with IBS symptoms, chances are that you have accumulated more tension in your lower back (and your lower abdomen) than you may realise. Here is an easy, practical way to release some of that tension, and get some relief!… Read more

IBS: What you don’t know – or do you?

The HUGE frustration with IBS is that you don’t know how to get rid of those symptoms. You wonder what you’re doing wrong, and despite all your efforts you still have a flare-up that will seemingly come out of no-one and wreak havoc.… Read more

Is IBS genetic or hereditary?

“Is IBS a genetic disorder, or hereditary?” is a question that comes up often. After all, we all want to know WHY we have IBS, can IBS run in the family, and more importantly how we can get relief.… Read more

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