Learn about changes in your diet that can affect your irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with diarrhea.IBS Tales. If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or care about someone who does, this site is for you. My name is Sophie Lee and I have had IBS for over 2. I am a reluctant expert on this painful, misunderstood disorder and I started IBS Tales in 2. I am also the author of Sophie's Story: My 2. Year Battle with Irritable Bowel Syndrome which tells my complete IBS story, from food poisoning at age 1. What you can find on this site..
Banish your bloat with the low FODMAP diet. The low FODMAP diet is a dietary approach used to minimize symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS Diet Frequently Asked Questions for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the FAQ on the Eating for IBS diet. Why create a site like IBS Tales? Because I've had IBS since I was 1. Dependable irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes, symptoms, support and treatment for digestive health sufferers, family and friends since 1987. An IBS community. I know what IBS sufferers go through. We suffer from a disorder that is not only painful but also incredibly embarrassing. We get told by our doctors that our problems are in our minds or that IBS is untreatable. Friends and colleagues tell us that IBS doesn't exist or that it's cured with a bit of bran. Family members think that we are exaggerating or using our symptoms as an excuse. And everybody thinks that IBS is no big deal. They're all wrong! The stories on IBS Tales show just how this disorder can affect your life, your work, and your sanity, and it's about time that we started getting the respect that we deserve. The stories and treatment reviews also show that it is possible to beat IBS. There are drugs that works, there are supplements that work, and there are diets that work, and no- one who suffers from IBS should feel alone. There is a way out, and I very much hope that you find comfort, understanding and support right here on IBS Tales. Why not start with some of the site's most popular pages? You can read reviews of Miralax, an IBS Diet, a wheat- free diet, Metamucil, Citrucel, Dulcolax, Buscopan, Librax and Questran. Disclaimer: This site has been written entirely by IBS sufferers, not qualified medical professionals, and does not offer medical advice. The information on this site does not replace any advice received from health professionals. What IBS sufferers (and a doctor) have said about IBS Tales..'Today I found this website, read one of the stories and cried. It is such a relief to know that other people feel this too. The fear I feel is indescribable when I know I need to get to the toilet, and I know what is in store. Sometimes when I'm in pain I wonder if childbirth will be as bad as this.' Diana'I just want to say that I spent an hour reading these stories with tears in my eyes, a knot in my stomach and a pair of lighter shoulders. I cannot believe that I am not alone in every aspect of discomfort and misery!' Lynn'For the last year or more, this website has given me the courage to begin to speak out - publicly - about this wretched condition. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.' Rebecca'I have just discovered this website and it has given me much comfort as no- one else understands the embarrassment, worry and pain unless they have IBS.' Alicia'I'm now 2. IBS. I try and make light of it but I actually cried reading this website as it was the first time I didn't feel like an utter freak. Thank you so much.' Lisa'I've just received a copy of Sophie's Story and you mention a gluten- free diet so I'm now going to try that because there really is nothing else left. You have really been an inspiration to me and I thank you for that.' Linda'A fascinating and moving site for anyone with IBS, their relatives and doctors.' From the book IBS: Answers At Your Fingertips by Dr Udi Shmueli, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Northampton General Hospital, UKWhat's new? June 2. 01. 7Read new reviews of Welchol and Linzess and a new IBS Tale from Elizabth. June 2. 01. 7There's a new review of Linzess and one of Miralax. June 2. 01. 7Read a new review of acacia fiber today. May 2. 01. 7There's a new review of Librax and a new IBS story from Matthew today. May 2. 01. 7Read new reviews of Metamucil and Fybogel today. April 2. 01. 7There's a new review of Citrucel today. March 2. 01. 7Read a new review of Questran today. February 2. 01. 7There's a new review of Linzess, one of glycerin suppositories and reviews of codeine and Imodium. December 2. 01. 6Read a new story from Olivia. November 2. 01. 6There's a new review of Dicetel today and another of Dulcolax. October 2. 01. 6Read new reviews of Dulcolax and probiotics and a new IBS tale from Anon. August 2. 01. 6I've added a new page to provide information and reviews on the low fodmap diet. August 2. 01. 6There's a new review of Linzess today and another of Benefiber. July 2. 01. 6Read a new review of Exlax and a new IBS story from Amy. July 2. 01. 6There's a new review of Pepto- Bismol today. June 2. 01. 6Read a new review of magnesium and a happy tale from Joan today. April 2. 01. 6There's a new story today from Amanda in the women with IBS- C section. April 2. 01. 6Read two new reviews of Dulcolax plus a new review of probiotics today. 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