Never Give up- Things won't be ok... they will be amazing!  I used to worry about how I would go anywhere, what if there was no toilet.. e.t.c. I used to work myself up- become embaressed and scared of many situations....

warmth  when im feeling bad,tummy cramps,running to the toilet etc,i lay down on a heat pad,if the pain is really bad i use a hot water bottle on my tummy at the ...

Fruit Smoothies Helped Me  When I was diagnosed with IBS my physician suggested that I avoid gas causing vegetables. Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and asparagus etc. As these were ...

Tip Seeking help   When i feel the pain coming on i leave what ever i,m doing and get in to a tub of hot water some time sitting for hours the pain slowing goes away after ...

Ginger  Ginger is helpful for a wide variety of gastrointestinal ailments ranging from simple indigestion to severe nausea and cramps.

I drink ginger tea when ...

Natural remedies  After many years of suffering I've now got to a stage where it's fairly stable with the odd flare up
I follow a low residue diet
Take calcium as this ...

IBS-D Sufferer  I noticed that a guy I think the name Brian gave tips on Colpamin, peppermint capsuals, and that you can buy cheaper on the internet, you need to be carefull ...

Herbs for those that can't tolerate prescription medication.  I have had trouble with my bowels for several years. I was in the hospital twice when my bowels shut down....not a fun time. After many tests, they could ...

Soluble fibre  I recently discovered the difference between soluble and insoluble fibre. I have had IBS-D for about 10 years with sever bloating, wind and cramps. Over ...

my emergency kit  After my worst attack fourteen yers ago when I soiled myself I assembled my emergency kit.

I carry a pair of lightweight trousers rolled up in a small ...

Some Tips That MIGHT help you (:  Well im 11 and im in 6th grade yeah its tough:( Ive been to plenty of hospitals. The pain starts either early or very late. When im having pain I usally ...

Fat intake and food combining  I have had IBS for 8 years, and what I have found helps me a lot is keeping my fat intake low. I never have more than 10% of my calories from fat. To ...

Understanding folks  Here's one I've learned...the hard way. Is there ever an easy way to learn things with IBS? Anyway..
Tip: have an understanding plumber.
Reasoning: my ...

Cut out wheat  I have had IBS since i was 18, i'm now 39. my symptoms are usually bloating and wind followed by a VERY quick dash to the nearest loo. I work in the community ...

Bowel Buddies  1. There are cookies or waffers actually called Bowel Buddies available in Canada and probably could be purchased on the net. They are a little pricey ...

Tablets  Mebeverine, 3 tablets a day, 20 mins before eating x

Tips i find help!  Lying on your left side and pull your legs up to your stomach helps release trapped wind
Eating mashed potatoe,white bread and live yoghurt usually helps
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IBS at School  I'm 15 years old and have had IBS for as long as I can remember. Although it was only once every few months, after having my appendix explode and later ...