I have been suffering from 9 yrs. visited one doctor to another .tired different medicine but this pain has now become a part of everyday life!! Thank u for sharing ur experience!
Oh no, don't cry! It does suck though 😣 I have to say, if I've learnt anything from starting this channel, it's that keeping silent about it was a waste of energy. I've become quite open about it and no one cares, in fact on the whole people are very supportive and sympathetic. I hope the low FODMAP diet helps you as much as it's helped me xx
I’m 13 and have had IBS since I was 11. I was only diagnosed about 6 months ago and honestly I’ve been through the most depressing years of life. I have exactly the same issues as you Carrie, i was trying to just have fun with my friends but if I eat something I get EXTREMELY bloated after eating. Honestly it has ruined my life over the last several years and I feel very sensitive and depressed now.
you are not alone. I have Ibs and this also ruined my life too. People did not help me and they bullying me for many years (Midle school, high school and university) I start to have it since i was 11 years old :c
i had this issue for a really long time. I hon prayed to god for the answer and god told me to only drink a lot of water exercise and only eat when the previous meal is digested. This may not be your answer but ser i urge you to pray to god the universe w.e higher power you believe and be specific and ask for the answer and you will get it specific to your condition. Jusy trust the answer and go with it.
@@Gemstonetarot IBS is easily curable through ayurveda(ancient methods for treating various disease in India) If you want to cure ibs you have to take following medicine for aprox 4-6 month with strict diet and yoga - Bilvadi churan (1tabkespoon after meal morning and after dinner) -kutajghanvati(2-2 tablets after meal) -chitrakadi vati( " " " ") -kurtajharista syrup ( 4 tablespoon with equal amount of water two time after meal) it's good to cure loose motion and you can take ishabol instant of this if you have constipation. I was also suffer from IBS and now iam totally fine Thank you 😊
I am really struggling with IBS...I am studying at university...Its like hell not knowing how the day is going to be ...Others enjoy the dream of being in university...While I struggle figuring out How the day will go.....OHHH Its a Struggle...GOD HELP ME..and all others Struggling with this..😞😞😞😞
WOW... I’m literally crying because you explained my entire life with your life story. I’m currently 19 and ever since I was 13 I was always confused why my stomach was affected so easily by all the foods that everyone else ate on a daily basis. My stomach would bloat so easily and I could easily be put into stomach pain for the entire day by something that I ate. I would get picked on for my bloated tummy which made me insecure about my waist. It would frustrate the hell out of me when my friends could eat the shittiest food and have the flattest stomachs, while I tried so hard to eat healthy and if I ate the smallest piece of something, my stomach would expand and I would get stomach pains again. I’ve been adjusting my diet for YEARS, and everyone would tell me to stop trying these diets. I wasn’t trying diets though, I just didn’t want to be out in discomfort every time I ate something “wrong” whatever that could be. It wasn’t until I went to Greece for a study abroad did I notice a drastic increase in my discomfort. All the food there was meat or carbs and I was vegetarian at the time so I could only eat greasy carbs. I always tried to eat healthy but I was forced to eat pasta and bread every day which made my stomach hurt every single day. There were nights I couldn’t sleep because I was so constipated and in so much pain. After Greece I kept adjusting my diet, believing I had a gluten intolerance or a dairy intolerance. It got to the point where I thought I had an intolerance to all food. It’s dangerous cause I would tell myself not to eat in order to not get bloated and discomfortable. It wasn’t until I finally decided to do some actual research that I found your video. This is truly the most relieving and inspiring thing I’ve come upon. All these life questions you just answered. Thank you for creating this and putting out something that many would find uncomfortable sharing. I never related and felt for a human more than this because IBS has caused me so much pain in my life. And you just helped me:)
This has been me my entire life. I'm experiencing a bad flare up as we speak I have a doctors appointment this week. This has been the hardest thing to diagnose throughout my life. I'm having it confirmed. My body is not converting food to energy I'm so fatigued
@@atherbest i had this issue for a really long time. I hon prayed to god for the answer and god told me to only drink a lot of water exercise and only eat when the previous meal is digested. This may not be your answer but ser i urge you to pray to god the universe w.e higher power you believe and be specific and ask for the answer and you will get it specific to your condition. Jusy trust the answer and go with it.
@@walktalk_208 Thank you so much...ironically I've been on a water challenge lately. Nothing but water and I have plans to start exercising next week. More like getting back into the habit lol. Thank you so much this truly helps. I never thought about praying to God for the answer about this.
Oh my god that cramps thing and smiling and breathing through it is so accurate. Thank you for sharing. I am still having pretty debilitating ibs symptoms and honestly, its so difficult because the scale of extremities of how awful these symptoms can be is so large and so many people just assume that is such a benign thing because its so common but there have been so many days where its just been so rough and I know exactly what you mean when you feel frustrated that other people get to eat whatever they want yet it feels like you're being punished despite trying so hard. I am 19 and I have been struggling with digestive issues for probably over 4 years or 5 years but in the last two years I have been undergoing intensive investigations to figure out whats going wrong and under a year ago I was diagnosed with ibs. I recently started university in a new country and have been dealing with a couple of other health problems so its been pretty rough but honestly I love your videos, they're so cheerful and bright. Thank you for making me feel less alone.
You're so right. IBS can have such extreme or just very mild symptoms, it's a bit frustrating they are lumped in the diagnosis. I think it's wonderful you are studying abroad, despite your health problems. A lot of people would let them hold back their life, but you are brave enough to do it anyway 🙌 Has low-fodmap been helping? I hope you feel better soon! 💗 x
It really is very hard , with all the weakness and stress. It is difficult to go on with your day to day life. And people think of it as a normal stomach irritation but it is not that simple. I get to hear this a lot, when i had an irritating stomach i did this.... U dont drink enough water that is why u have this. U dont eat healthy food thats why u have this. No, a lot of ur healthy food doesn't really make me feel good. And yes i am stressed because of this, i am not over reacting. Its nice to see i am not alone.thank u for sharing.....😘
this is so relateable. 'breathing through the pain' is a way of my life. it's heartbreaking that the medical field doesn't even care about IBS. it effects millions of people and some severely. i also understand eating really healthy and seeing others who treat their body like crap and still have great health. thank you for sharing this.
I’m 16, I’ve had Ibs since around 13. It’s a nightmare. An absolute nightmare. For three years now which feels like a lifetime I experience symptoms like bloating and stomach rumbling for no reason. I’m at wits end and notice how I’m slowly slipping back into depression as my life moves faster than I can handle. My life, talking about relationships, chilling with friends or basically any social situation has gotten so awkward and full of anxiety that I try to avoid any outing. It’s just hard because I want to do things but I don’t allow myself because I know my Ibs will act up. Especially the stomach rumbling is keeping me up. Luckily some of the symptoms that the people in the comments are experiencing aren’t as common with me. I don’t often have diarrhea or constipation, just a lot of stomach rumbling and at times I need to go to the bathroom twice a day, and the gassy comes and goes, sometimes I’m extremely gassy for months and than it’s pretty good for a few weeks. For me I think I’m lactose intolerant too, I’m trying to keep a diary but I can’t just not eat things. I’m addicted to food and I don’t have the willpower to change my whole diet when it might not even work. You might think I’m overreacting and I have it easier than some maybe yes, but all I want is someone who understands. Does anyone have advice, generally and for my stomach rumbling?
Hey, Im having similar experience as yours… its been nearly 4 years and now due to some medication and self control, im able to plan outings and have a social life(awkward and very anxious one, but better than not getting out of ur house) Two things which helped me the most were a food diary and workouts… Ive started recording what I ate and the quantity of it and note how my stomach reacted to it… Once u start revisiting the diary every week you’ll realise what is actually bad for you And workout helped me to properly schedule my movement and mainly eat healthy, cuz once you go and sweat like a pig to burn those calories, craving for junk or “rich” foods will drastically decrease
Like you, my IBS began after taking antibiotics. However I am thankful that I never took antibiotics my entire life until after becoming retired - my heart really goes out to younger people who have to go to school or to their job while dealing with their IBS. Thank you for sharing your story! ❤️
I'm sobbing with happiness that I just came across your channel. When I was quite young I suffered from the most extreme stomach cramps where I would reside to lying on my side and not moving for hours because I couldn't breathe with the pain. A few years ago, my mum and I had had enough and after an abundance of doctor appointments we finally came across the low FODMAP diet through a dietitian which completely changed my life. However at the time I sort of brushed off all the things she was saying because I just loved all kinds of foods and refused to believe they would cause me such pain and discomfort. I recently realised that things like dates, cherries, mangoes, onion, garlic and apples would upset my stomach and I started getting really self conscious about the fact that my stomach stuck out more than other people's (even if they were larger than me) and it was always hard despite me not having rock hard abs. So watching your video and being able to relate to so many of your symptoms has me realising that the dietitian I saw might have been on to something! Wowee I really should have listened but I am so determined to get back on board with a low FODMAP diet. - And as a plus, I went vegan a year and a half ago so I am extremely grateful for your channel and for sharing your story.
Firstly I just want to say I'm so sorry you've had to suffer with IBS for so long 😔But I'm so glad you found my channel! If you've already identified all those really high-FODMAP foods as triggers this diet could really work for you 😆And you rock for going vegan 💚I can't wait to hear how you get on! good love xx
"It never really got better" couldn't relate more. I'm going through the same struggle and more than physical it mentally breaks you down. It has been 2 years and life changed drastically...
I remember as a teenager having to stay home due to trapped wind. Once I had chickpeas and went out with my friends. That night I had two glasses of Coca-Cola and I had to go home with the worst case of trapped wind ever. That was the last time I drank coke and I still remember it although I was 16 and I’m now 43. I’m intolerant to milk protein and I’m waiting to be seen by a gastro dietitian at my local hospital who’s trained as a FODMAP dietitian by King’s College so I’m hoping that I’ll be properly assessed soon. The pain and embarrassment of IBS go hand in hand I think
Oh my gosh, I can relate so much to that! I should have also mentioned the embarrassing struggles of excess wind 😓There's never a good time socially to have it 😅Hope it goes well with your dietician xx
i'm crying right now..i swear... i've been struggling with the same syntoms for 4 years... and i always thought i was complicated and strange..believe me i don't allow myself to eat junk food for many years and i´ve always been restricting myself to the most healthiest diet possible. having a day without pain is so uncommon and a blessing..thank you a lot for sharing, truly :(
I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through it too 😔 My life is so different now because of the lowFODMAP diet, a day with stomach pain etc is the exception now, not the norm! Are you planning to try it? Xx
Your video made me cry as I'm going through this too. I've not been told I have IBS but was recently recommended to do a fodmap diet. Been vegan for 7 years and sick of feeling sick really... I'll check out your advice and hope there's light at the end of the tunnel. X
I can totally empathise! I went to the doctor when I was 19 and I first noticed symptoms. They told me it was IBS and that soluble or insoluble fibre was the culprit. I understand that they didn’t know the cause back then, but it was the fact that they just left me to deal with it by myself as a 19 year old (and of course changing the fibre amounts didn’t work either). I just felt stuck with it. I went vegan 3 years ago and also try to eat as many vegetables and nuts and legumes etc thinking that I’m doing something good for myself, but I feel actually worse too! About to embark on the low fodmap elimination phase now - wish me luck!
I've just discovered fodmap this past month. Your library has helped the most. I can't thank you enough for how you handle this subject, how you just deal with it and how I never feel shame listening to you. It's going to take me awhile to get used to fodmap. I'm a vegetarian, not vegan, but I have hope for the first time in many years. Thank you.
This really hit the spot. My life is everything you described the first few minutes. This really gave me hope that it'll get better and that one day things will change. I think a lot of people just have no idea how much IBS affects your life... I never wear anything slim fit because I look like I'm pregnant pretty much all the time and it just makes me so self-conscious...
Thanks for sharing. I got IBS the last couple of days, nightmare😞. Bloating, Shortness of breath with unintentional tears. Also, when I eat something bad, I feel depressed, and psychologically unsettle. I knew it was from IBS. However, some negative people told me I have psychological issues 😑. I never listened to them. I am searching for the answer. Now I am taking prebiotic to increase good bacteria. I am also on a ketogenic diet. I feel a lot better. However, I think I need more time and research about IBS. Also, I use some herbs to cure bloating. The moment that I get gasses out of my system, the psychological issue "negative thoughts" disappear. Do not listen to negative people. Again, thanks for sharing. So brave of you.
Omg yes i get shortness of breath. I feel so alone and no one believes my pain. Im so glad this platform has many other people like me dealing with ibs. Wishing you well hope your doing good!
@@Jdxoxo23 doing ok? I have totally healed🤟. I kept a journal (well, samsung note) and recorded every meal, then I recorded every meal that got me bloated. Next, I find out what exactly in my meal that caused bloating or increased the symptoms. Now I know that what caused the problem was me drinking, back then, 1 liter of arabic coffee with heavy dose of cardomom. I now know every food to avoid. Kale is a big one for me. Keep a journal to understand your digestion system. Do it yourself 😏
I've had IBS for the past 3 years. Currently I am in 9th grade. I still sometimes have flare ups every now and then, but not as often as I used to. I am doing alot better nowadays. I got diagnosed earlier last year. I am controlling my diet, getting more sleep, and also taking some medications. Seeing this video really made me feel like I'm not alone. Because everything "poo" related is treated as such a taboo, or as "funny" ,that I felt so ashamed when I'd have flare ups and had to use the school bathroom. Everyone thought "pooping" was gross and funny. As if they didn't do it. But now I know there is nothing to be ashamed of.
This is exactly what I needed to hear! It’s so hard to work in a fast-paced career when your tummy has other ideas. I’m so grateful that I’m not alone in this struggle!
Thank you for sharing! I was just diagnosed yesterday after a colonoscopy to rule out ulcerative colitis. I'm 28 and have had symptoms on and off for a decade, with the last three years or so being chronic and awful. I literally cannot remember what it's like to go a day without diarrhea and constant cramping! I am a pescetarian, so while I have some more options, it is frustrating how all the meal plans available focus on meat! Thank you so much for creating this channel. I feel so hopeful hearing stories of people who have had symptoms like mine and come out the other side. :)
This is so nice of you buddy ,sharing your journey.you understood the things and adapated to the conditions rather than mentally suffering .I’m a doctor and learned a few things to help out the pts with IBS.ALL THE BEST FOR THE FUTURE ❤️
Thank you for this video. I’m suffering and waiting in a diagnoses, so many of the symptoms are awful. Thank you for talking about this so openly, I’m not alone!
It's made worse by the fact that no one really knows what to do about it. Definitely try the low FODMAP thing, but you have to do it very strictly. You'll notice a massive difference in just a couple of weeks. Don't make my mistake though - introduce foods back in slowly so you can take notes and really figure out which ones are causing your gut to go nuts.
my family comes to talk to me about poo all the time cause i have ibs too, and they know i have jokes and stories and advice about all types of poo. my pain is severe though, many times at hospital. i wish for all ibs patients a cure! love, hugs and prayers!!!
I just realised I've had IBS since I was around 13, and I'm now soon 33. 20 years of bloating! Kind of crazy what you learn to live with. And the skirt thing... Anything that isn't stretchy is just horrible. My life changed for the better when leggings became socially acceptable to wear again. I don't think I'll ever buy a pair of trousers with buttons/zippers again in my life.
I think the acceptance is both good and bad, because if we didn't get used to/learned to ignore problems with our body, living with things like IBS or fibromyalgia would be completely unbearable. But the downside is of course that we get so used to it that we don't seek medical help for things. In any case, I'm very excited about the FODMAP possibilities. :)
Hello 😊 So I was recently told I have IBS. They first diagnosed me with gastritis, told me to take a ton of over the counter medications, none of which worked, and after a month or so, I was finally referred to a GI specialist. Nothing helped for “gastritis” remedies I found online so things were a bit confusing. The GI doc then told me I needed to get an endoscopy done, but I wanted to see another GI specialist first for a second opinion. The second GI doc said he doesn’t think I need an endoscopy at the moment and told me he thinks I have IBS. He told me to stop taking all of my medications and told me instead to take peppermint pills and ginger room capsules. Not sure if the ginger root does much, but the peppermint pills do wonders. He also said that stress reduction and mindfulness meditation. Thanks for posting!
My story is a lot like yours. I’m so happy I found your channel. You’re doing such an important work here 😍 I went vegan eight months ago and it has helped me with my symptoms. I started FODMAP diet when I was still eating meat and all that gross stuff, which meant I ate mostly chicken and rice. So I’m now in process of learning how to eat all over again lol. Thank you so much again. I found this video really comforting and your whole channel really helpful. ❤️✨
I'm so happy you talked about this because not many people do. I also have IBS-A and low Fodmap has helped me so much! I was lucky enough to go to doctors that knew a lot about ibs. Its frustrating to me because I dont understand how my brain health causes me so many issues
Thanks for sharing your story! I can certainly relate to a lot of what you said about university 🙈. Talking about 💩is certainly daunting but people like you are breaking through the stigma ❤️
I can totally relate!!! Especially the part when you said, you did not eat. I used to do that all the time, e.g. going to the Cinema. I actually avoid going to the Cinema because of it and rather watch Movies at Home
Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your story. To know that i'm not alone and that things can be better helps me to get through this. I'm from Brazil and my story is like yours. After years trying to find a solution, now I found a doctor and a nutritionist who knows the fodmap diet and will guide me. Unfortunately this diet is not very well known here. Thank you and congrats for what are you doing.
So glad Ive found your channel. Ive had IBS for years now. I suffer with Fibromyalgia so IBS is very common to have with Fibro. I can totally relate to every single thing you've said. I was with another doctor only last week after another procedure and she just happen to say what about trying a Low FODMAP diet....Never have I been told about this. Suffering with IBS around 20 years now and not one doctor has ever told me about it which i think is crazy but also wouldnt surprise me if they just didnt know about it. Ive been watching all your videos and they are really helping so thanks. Being vegan isnt easy in Dublin and then with the Low FODMAP i nearly had a break down but your videos are defo helping so thank you. x
I guess it is such a new thing in research, not just in the medical world. Did you know, there have actually been some small-scale studies showing the lowFODMAP diet reduces pain for fibro patients! I'm very glad my videos have helped, it definitely feels like an overwhelming challenge at the start but you can totally do it 😘 xx
You could try a drug called Trulance. It has the best safety drug in the world and highly effective. Little or no side effect. Works for me at least. Do ask your doctor for it.
Thank you for sharing your IBS story - I’m currently in the fetal position watching this, been diagnosed with IBS as of one week ago. It’s been hard to come to terms with. For me, my symptoms were never gradual. They were sudden. I woke up one day with cramping and a dull ache - that was 2 months ago and I can count on one hand the days I’ve had pain-free since then. Everyday has been a struggle in the last 2 months. My pain varies from stabbing, sharp, tight pressure, back & thigh aches, twinging pain, spasms & chest pain. I would have never though IBS pain could feel this bad so it never came to mind that my gut was the problem. I’ve spent nights crying. Days off work unpaid. I was active before all of this. I ended up in the ER a few weeks ago because the pain got so bad one night, I collapsed. The hospital sent me home saying I seemed healthy & fine. Just to take pain killers & go back to my doctor. Because my symptoms hadn’t developed over some time & came on quite suddenly, I had to undergo a lot of tests and scans to make sure it wasn’t anything more. I also had to be ruled out of endometriosis. The scans came back all clear and I don’t have endo. So the doctors said to me I may have IBS. I insisted I don’t and pushed for further testing. I didn’t want to believe it. Last week I saw a specialist who said I 100% have IBS. It’s overwhelming to me how one day I was fine, then the next day I woke up in pain & it’s been like that since. I don’t have diarrhea or constipation, like most others experience. I was sure it was something else but hey at least I’m glad my scans are all healthy otherwise. Just gotta live with this now & cut out foods I love eating 😔 For me, my issue lies with the actual digestion process - I retain gas too much & it’s painful to pass through. I also have very high stress & anxiety. When I meditate, the pain subsides. I have been following my specialist’s advice about cutting out certain foods (like wheat, pasta, pizza, pastries, high amounts of soy, high sugar, noodles) and the last few days I’ve felt less pain. So it appears to be working. Hoping for continued improvement & I’m doing my own research on what may help. Really glad to not be alone, sorry for the long story. Thanks again ❤️
@@danderson4613 Hi there! Thank you for reaching out to me to ask how I am 😊 Since I posted this comment, it's come to light that I definitely have IBS-C, too. My digestion is slow and it's not the act of going per-say, more-so that I don't go at all for days at a time ... I can relate to you and I completely understand how it feels. I still suffer from extreme bloating most days, other days it's barely there. The pain I experienced this time last year with my IBS isn't as bad now, thankfully - I have modified my diet and keep a great balance of foods, although I still do occasionally eat junk and things that cause me a little discomfort afterward. It's hard because some foods are way too tempting and my fiancé is an ex-chef, haha. It's still upsetting that even with modifying my diet, exercise and keeping my fluids up (I barely used to touch water!), I still experience issues with not going to the toilet for up to 4-5 days at a time. So, knowing that all this "stuff" is sitting inside me and not being excreted, it is a massive bummer to deal with on a day to day basis. I avoid wearing tighter clothes nowadays and there are days where I feel super sluggish - but other days I feel light and refreshed (particularly the days I have managed to go to the toilet). Above all really, it's the slow digestion that affects me nowadays, otherwise, I don't suffer a lot of pain like I used to, I still get mild cramping and bad gas + sharp pains when food is passing through here and there. It's a good thing you mentioned intermittent fasting, I have given it a go recently actually and it seems to help! I would like to continue it for sure. How have you been feeling and are there any struggles you deal with daily such as mine? 😊
I know this video is over two years old but I just found your channel and I wanted to say thank you. I am 20 years old and have been struggling with IBS for the past 3/4 years since I started having some mental health issues when I was in high school and taking various medications. My stomach issues have gotten worse over the past year, and I finally went to a GI in February who told me I had “mild” IBS, but didn’t really tell me what could be done about it. It definitely didn’t and still doesn’t feel mild- I feel like every time I eat, I feel bloated and sick. I get horrible cramps and diarrhea, and most days I feel like I have to spend a significant amount of time just lying down trying to breathe through gas pain and discomfort. It can definitely feel embarrassing to have to modify my life around my bad stomach and it’s so frustrating to feel like no matter how “well” I eat, nothing seems to help and it’s still only considered a mild condition by a lot of the people around me. But watching this video and reading the comments have made me feel so much better and I so appreciate you speaking about this and doing so much work to help other people. I will definitely be watching your other videos and trying to incorporate your diet advice. 💗
So so glad I found you! I went vegan (again) to support my daughter when she was diagnosed with MS 2 years ago and developed symptoms a year into it. Finally found FODMAP through research. Your channel has brought everything to light as I’ve been trying to put everything together. Thank you for all you do. I look forward to your videos!
I always had stomach issues but i never really figured out what it was. I did the same as you; ate super healthy and clean and turned vegetarian but my stomach issues got worse and worse. I was thinking there must be something seriously wrong if eating veggies and fruit are making me so sick. my symptoms were getting so bad that I wasn't able to sleep at night and tried to pretty much avoid all foodsbecausee i knew the pain that resulted! After a lot of doctor appointments, i was enlightened on the low fodmap diet and it all makes sense now! My stomach is so irritated that in this first week of trying the elimination cycle i am still feeling pretty bad after ever meal but I know now its going to get better! Awesome to see a vegan channel on IBS its amazing you have made it into a sustainable lifestyle!!! Thank you for this video, we are not alone!!!!!
Waiting for that day when I can say everyone that I have IBS.so that anyone with IBS can share info that can help to better my life style.tq for sharing your story
@@CarrieGill_TheWildGutProject i talk about it like nothing with close fam members but i kno they feel it to be tmi sometimes..poo is a normal necessary function of the body yes its disgusting but i think talling about these issues are important for all to be aware and understand the difficilties with this or any digestive issues
I've been bloated all the time for a few years or so. You'd think I'd have looked into this sooner! Your videos are really helpful for me in this time of confusion and anxiety :) x
I couple of times fainted because of how severe IBS pain was. Removed beer, chilli and onions from my diet completely and started taking daily probiotics really helped me.
I have just been diagnosed with IBS and am looking into the low-fodmap diet after it being recommended by my GP. It's great to see it has helped you! Thanks for the video :)
Thank you for your candor and tact. Talking about IBS symptoms, even with medical professionals, let alone friends, family, or partners, is really difficult and embarrassing. Sharing in this kind of space takes, well...guts! 🙂 My IBS symptoms started about two years ago and it's only been recently that I finally understood how low FODMAP works as a tool to help me discover what I should and shouldn't eat. I'd started trying a vegan diet shortly before IBS hijacked my gut (had been a lifelong meat eater), and I suspect that had something to do with it--too big a change too quickly. Since then I've found that a keto-ish diet helped IBS symptoms, but low FODMAP is the ticket. For planetary and ethical reasons, though, I'd really like to eat vegan. So I'm excited to have come across your channel. Thank you for being here.
Hi. I have just stumbled upon your videos after looking up other sufferers. I have had stomach pain pretty much every day for the last 10 years. I have suffered in silence for years and never really changed any aspect of my life, however recently my symptoms have turned into diarrhoea. I have always suffered with urgency but never full blown diarrhoea. Finally decided to go and see my GP and they are sending me for blood tests to start. After googling symptoms for days now I am terrified this maybe something more serious. Seeing other people like your self who’s symptoms sound very similar to mine certainly are helping with my nerves/anxiety in waiting. Thank you
Hi Philip, so sorry to hear you've been dealing with stomach pain for so long! Have you heard back from your tests yet? Well done for seeking help, I know it can sometimes feel easier to almost pretend it's not a problem! You can also trial a few lowFODMAP days and see if you notice a difference xx
I just discovered you today, and have already subscribed. I have had a stack of low-FODMAP books for nearly a month, since I first read about it, but have been so overwhelmed by conflicting information. I have IBS-D, that seemed to have started after some medication (not an antibiotic) that I took for a short time. Your videos prove I am not alone! Thank you for sharing your experience, and I off to marathon the rest of them. Sara
I'm so sorry you've had to deal with these long-term consequences of medication too. It's so frustrating 😔 But yes, learning about fodmaps changes everything! 😆 Wishing you a happy tummy asap! xx
Thanks so much for sharing your story - it’s such a relief knowing there are others out there. The saddest day for me was knowing there wasn’t a ‘cure’. The doctors always say continue following low FODMAP but that’s incredibly difficult when eating or and enjoying life (I’m a huge foodie). Whilst not a fully fledged vegan yet, I no longer eat meat but yearn for all of the vegan dishes full of onion, garlic and legumes. There’s always options, so I try to stay optimistic 🙂
I started doing yoga as well and I love it but my IBS is making it so hard for me to ppractice yoga on the regular. It causes acid reflux and sometimes I feel really sick after just a short yoga session... most days I dont even have the energy to do a flow because my body is too busy healing all the inflammation in my gut. Somedays I believe I will get better but somedays I realize how much I give up everyday to live a normal life and my gut still f**ks things up. I am sorry for everyone going through this too.
@@TheFrozenOne802 of course! i had a gastritis last summer and everything went south after that. i still haven't fully recovered. since then i have started to follow the medical medium protocol. maybe check out medical medium, it could be worth a try :)
I'm a 29 y/o male in America and I can relate so much. My symptoms are the opposite (C) but the trial and error periods of eating "healthy foods" are identical. I swear I tried everything else before learning and trying the Low FODMAP Diet. I'm a year late seeing this video but thanks so much for sharing!
i can relate so much, its so nice to hear people talking about it. so great that your a vegan too! im currently applying for student accommodation and i am dreading sharing a loo, honestly loosing sleep over it! fingers crossed i get an en suite.
I have had it since I was 20 yrs old. It sucks and has controlled my life. I literally have to plan my life around the toilet! I make sure I go #2 before I leave my house if I know I am gone for over an hour. I dread having to go in public or at a friend's house. However, I tried Keto and it has really helped. When I'm on Keto, I only poo twice a day and a healthy poo. If I'm not on Keto, my stomache life is hell and I have to poo like 7 times a day.
I'm so close to crying. You perfectly described me for basically half my life. I guess it could be worse, but it's also such a waste of otherwise a perfectly healthy body and mind. For so long I thought everyone must feel like I did and it's taken me so long to realize this is not normal... 12 years actually. it's such a shame it made me who I've become, but it is not what I am..... I quit dairy and gluten and saw major improvement, but I am still constantly bloated and so I'm hoping the low fodmap diet will help. your channel is very helpful and inspiring. Thank you
Ive just watched this and couldnt help but cry. I was exactly EXACTLY the same. Exams. Tonsilitis Stomach. I got to a point where i was having tonsilitis 5 times a year leading to hospitalisation. Ive jad them out and still get it. I literally had it again between the 5th and 12th of January this year. Was nil by mouth because I couldn't swallow. Was given eurythromycin and it helped. Then literally as soon as i could eat again BAM IBS flare up for 10 days. During the week off food, my skin cleared, my stomach went from looking 4 month pregnant to really going down in size. Doctors tell me its stress and it makes me want to scream. So many nights ive near passed out from pain... And FINALLY I know there is someone who has the same experience. You dont know what this video has meant to me. Sincerely, thank you - From Yorkshire, England
Oh Hannah, I'm so sorry to hear you've been through the same thing. Expecially that you are ssyill getting tonsillitis after having a tonsillectomy ☹️. I hope my later videos give you hope because my IBS so much better now. Also, if you get tonsillitis again, explicitly explain your history with antibiotics and check they've done a antibiotic sensitivity test on the infection, in case you can have a gentler one!
I don't usually do youtube comments, but thank you so much for your story and channel. I was in the same boat at the turning of 25. Didn't know I had ibs until literally a few days ago from this post. But I went vegan, in hopes it would lessen the pain. While yours was going out too much, mine wasn't coming out at all and my gut would stretch to unbearable limits. I was thinking to myself yesterday "none of this is fair, I already limit myself by not eating animal products, now I can't even eat beans and broccoli or garlic" I was super frustrated and lost. But I found your channel and I'm gonna explore more and imitate your style before recreating it for my daily needs. Thank you
I love that you made this video. I’ve been recently diagnosed with post-infectious IBS after getting food poisoning or a stomach flu on New Years (not the best way to start 2020). It really can make me feel alone sometimes. My parents and friends regularly ask me how I’m doing and how I’m feelingand they really are very understanding, but it’s hard to explain to them the frustration that comes with IBS and how someday I can feel great and then the next day I feel absolutely horrible and bloated. So it’s nice to hear other people talk about similar experiences. I also really relate to you about how you just learn to manage some stuff (for me it’s going to the bathroom, I’ve worked out quite the routine there), but some stuff is just hard to manage. For me it’s mostly a nauseous feeling that I find hard to deal with. I guess what I’m trying to say is thank you for making this video. It might not be a fun subject to talk about but it’s nice to know you’re not alone :).
Nakiska im going through the same thing. I got really sick for a whole week and i thought i had food poisoning. Now i live everyday since the new year in some sort of discomfort. it has impacted me mentally aswell. i feel like i will never be the same that i once was and i find myself feeling like im doomed. i wonder if i have post-infectious ibs.
@@DDAWGVlogs Yes, the same thing here. I'm not really in pain or I don't really suffer from cramps that much, but just the continuous feeling of being nauseous, it definitely takes a toll on your mental state! I had a lot of invasive procedures done to rule out anything else, since I had lost 3kg in about 3 weeks, which was a lot for me. Since nothing was found on those exams and since I could pinpoint the onset of my symptoms to an exact event and date the doctor diagnosed me with post-infectious IBS. Since my symptoms are somewhat mild (I haven't really had any cramping or serious pain), and since it was post-infectious, the doctor told me he expects my symptoms will go away with time (so I'm one of the lucky ones in that aspect), but it could take months or even years unfortunately. So I'm trying to look up similar stories, figuring out what foods trigger me, trying to work on my mental state (go out with friends who understand that I might not always be feeling too good, I've been doing a lot more creative stuff again, reading, pilates,...), but that's pretty much all I can do.
It's insane how long I've gone feeling I'm the only one who has these cycles and struggles, even the lose clothing, this is totally my life at the moment, the condition has got out of control the gluten intolerance is even effecting my asthma now, alongside other health complications caused by this, I'm just starting to take this whole thing seriously and this channel has been wonderfully helpful, not only to know I'm not alone, but becuse you deliver a clear, personal perspective that's relatable. Thank you for sharing your light.
Omg! I can relate so much! I wish that in 2000 when my annoying symptoms started, there had been videos of you talking about your experience. I felt so embarrassed, ashamed even though i had always lead a very healthy active lifestyle. After a bad case of stomach flu i caught while in Barcelona in my early 20s, i never felt completely “right” even if i did have a sensitive stomach during my teens before that trip. It was just so uncomfortable the bloating and weird digestion... back then, it was very much taboo to talk about it...
I want a cure to ibs 😫 Life is so difficult with this. I have bills racking up just for the attempt of treating it . No relief yet . I've had it since 2011. 😭😢😫😰 Healthcare is so expensive in murica
Thank you so much for this story! I can realte to that and I felt just the same for past 7 years. It all strated in late high school and proceeded in the univercity with this troumendous amounth of daily stress. The dotors said I am fine and only about 4 months ago one doctor finally said that it might be IBS. Now I know it is truly IBS and the only thing left is to try the FODMAP diet woth my doctor and try my best in finding a relief! Thank you! I really need to know that I am not alone!
Omg I really can’t believe that it’s someone out there that gets me because every time I feel bad and I say something about it my family and friends don’t relate and never understand what it feels like and they think I’m always overreacting
I’m in my 40’s and have had IBS for about 5 years now. I still experience the bloating, anxiety, frustration, depression, acid reflux, constipation, and the worst of all the IBS flare ups that send me to the hospital and they run tons of tests even though I’ve told them that it’s a flare up from my IBS. Then they pump me full of pain meds, and a injection / steroid for the inflammation and vomiting and tell me to see my gastro intestinal doctor. When I see my GI doctor I’m told to follow my low fodmap diet, along with NO GLUTEN or dairy. I’m at a point right now that I’m scared to eat and I don’t have any social life because I’m always in pain with a flare up or bloating pain/ discomfort . I’m literally losing my mind and feel completely alone. I wish doctors would take this more serious and instead of shoving pamphlets and books at me , really help educate me on what I need to do. I’ve begun my own research online and have just been listening to my body which isn’t very much because like I’ve stated I’m scared of food now. Please if anyone can help I would be truly greatful! 🙏🏽😢
I only just realised i had IBS this year. After 10 years, countless GPs and coutless tests. All my problems started when i went on the Pill - i didnt understand why my health imploded out of nowhere when i turned 18 (i barely got colds before then). Turns out a side effect can be that it killsl your gut flora. My stomach is so distended I've been asked when I'm due. I used to cry and not leave the house for social eventa because i didn't know if icould control my flatulence, but that's not as bad now thank goodness. My stomach always hurts. I have only just started low fodmap and I'm a bit overwhelmed and have had a few mistakes and false starts but im so relieved to have found this channel and community i could cry and i look forward with cautious optimism to a pain free future. Thank you so much for making this channel and for sharing your story ♡
I’m so sorry you’ve had go through this! 😔 And you’re so right about the pill... you know women are three times more likely to get IBS and are usually diagnosed around age 20-35, so when most would go on the pill. I’d be very surprised if it was just a coincidence! I really hope low fodmap helps you as much as it has me 😌 xx
I totally feel you. I had IBS for a long time, and really fixed it with stress reduction, diet and nutritional changes. I just posted a video on my channel about this. I think you can resonate with me in that so much of our overall health depends on gut health and digestion.
I was so clueless when I first diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome. Everyone thinks its not really serious. Man i try so hard to cure this diarrhea and constipation for the past 7 months and its hard living with them. Did colonoscopy( so painful because sedation doesnt work on me i cried during this procedure, the youngest in the hospital) and gastrocopy last 4 month. Keep surviving to all of us ♥️
I have never related so strongly to a video in my entire life. I struggled with tonsillitis for years and years when I was younger and would be pumping penicillin and erythromycin several times a year for sometimes the length of a month until I had my tonsils removed at 14.... my gut was simply destroyed following that time. I’m a chronic meal skipper as soon as anything important or even just involving me leaving the house for a long period of time where I’m busy so that was so relatable to me. I’m so happy you’ve found your way to a happy gut.. I’m in my reintroduction (challenges phase) and am excited! Thank you for sharing ❤️ you’re wonderful!
Oh Claudia, I'm so sorry you can relate, and so much younger too! I think the heavy use of antibiotics has caused so many problems for people we can't even imagine 😣 How has your first reintro gone?? xxx
I totally agree!! And we rely on them so much (understandably) but I don’t think many people know what harm it does to the gut bacteria... at least now I know to up my probiotics if in need of antibiotics ☺️ it’s going ok! Doing fructans at the moment... sad to say garlic isn’t my friend! But with your flavours list I’ve found I don’t miss it as much as I thought I would ☺️ x
I was diagnosed with colitis as a teenager, then hypoglycemia in my 20s, PCOS in my 30's and last fall, in my 60s, I was diagnosed with lactose & fructose malabsorption, GERD/Gastritis/gastroparesis and was put on 4 medical diets, one of which is the low fodmap diet for the fructose malabsorption. A friend calls it the Freedom Diet. smile! My nutritionist looked into my medical record and she said she did not find an IBS diagnoses for me. I'm currently in the challenge phase of the low fodmap diet. I will be honest and say, writing down everything I put into my mouth on challenge days is getting really old, however, I'm determined to see this through. I want to feel better. Hope it is soon because my kitchen and recipe box has been turned upside down. smile!
All of this seems so familiar - the Whole Foods/plant based diet has wreaked havoc on my stomach - so much so that I went back to eating meat last year. Went vegan this year and my stomach has never been worse. Went to the GI doctor today and he recommended the low fodmap diet - so glad to have an alternative and something that may help. When you mentioned that you pretend you’re ok - that has been me so many times. I’m praying this helps me - your videos are wonderful - thank you!
This is sooooo like my story. I'm 47 and finally dealing with it. Glad you are here. I'm mostly vegetarian and trying to transition to vegan. Now is the best time. Going to begin phase 1 as soon as I have enough information and supplies. ♡
I love you all, have had severe IBS since I was 20. I have tried everything, everyday is a struggle. When I finally found the courage to tell the doctor he blew me off and told me to take fiber. I love my life in torture, fear I won't find a bathroom in time. It's taken over my life. I'm afraid to go places.
Hi Randi, I'm sorry to hear you've been through it too, although it's comforting to know that neither of us are alone! Have you had much luck with the lowFODMAP diet? xx
Carrie Gill i'm trying my best to navigate through the diet but it's all very new to me. It's difficult so far and i'm not sure i'm doing it right. I've been dieting for about 3 weeks and it has become better but not perfect at all. I can live with it as it is right now though. The toughest part is i miss going to a cafe/restaurant or whatever with my boyfriend/friends/family😔
I've had IBS for the past 2 years. Terrible thing to have. I've been going back and forth with pine nut cold press oil and using black seed cold press oil. It's helping me get it under control.
I truly thank u for sharing !❤️ Even though I’m crying its tears of someone that I can relate to and I don’t feel so alone anymore. I will keep following you , thank u once again! #Blessed❤️🥰🙏🏽🙌🏽
I’ve done loads of blood tests, taken a lot of meds, got an endoscopy done, got my gallbladder removed... nothing worked. I was constantly in pain and discomfort. Just found out I had IBS today. I am kind of devastated, but relieved at the same time. I finally know what’s wrong with me
I was diagnosed with IBS 8 months back. I'm almost 22 years old now. And I think it all started with final semester in college. I was really stressed out during exams. And then I took a drop year to prepare for entrance exams for masters. 2019 was such a stressful year for me. I was also diagnosed with pcos in November 2019. Both these conditions come simultaneously to haunt me. I'm a vegetarian. I try my best to just eat fruits, vegetables and no junk. I do either yoga or exercise everyday. But still I get really bad cramps either due to IBS flare ups or due to pcod. I'm more aware of my body now. But sometimes nothing helps. It hurts a lot to see my friends eating whatever they want and I on the other hand eaiting healthy, doing exercises, still getting cramps and stomach issues. I can totally relate to you how this feels. Especially in this age when we are so young and we shouldn't be worrying about stomach problems so much. It feels good to know that there are people like you telling your story to comfort and also to make people aware of something like IBS. I hope things will be better for me too. Even though I'm having cramps right now 😅
@@CarrieGill_TheWildGutProject I am a vegetarian, I need to cut down on few food items. So I guess I'm almost already following the diet plan😅. But I'll give it a serious try.
I haven’t been diagnosed with IBS but OMG I can relate to your experience. I have so many good sensitivities so pretty much just eat chicken and salmon, zucchini, bell peppers, bok Choy, parsnips, and spinach. For whatever reason I still have constipation and these random diarrhea days out of the blue about once a week. I steam my veggies cause I can’t use excess oil (had my gallbladder removed a few years ago so oil bothers my gut), I just use oil to cook my meat. I recently eliminated sweet potato cause I thought that was the issue but nope. I’ve been on this strict diet for almost a year. I have seen some improvements such as less inflammation.
I'm glad you've seen some improvement! It's definitely tricker if you're fat intake is limited too! I wonder if it would help reduce your intake of zucchinis, bok choy and spinach because they are all quite restricted portions to be low FODMAP. Aubergine (eggplant), choi sum and kale could be better low-fodmap/fodmap-free alternatives xx
Carrie Gill thank you for your suggestions, I appreciate it. I just switched out the zucchini for the kale & also bought a couple eggplants. Not sure how to cook eggplant yet, can you steam it? I saw my doctor yesterday, he said based on my symptoms he is 100% sure it’s IBS. He is referring me to a specialist. So happy for a fact it’s IBS now.
Aw, I'm glad you have a clear diagnosis (although sorry you have IBS!) It makes dealing with it so much easier, especially now we have the low FODMAP diet. Eggplant is amazing to cook with! It takes up whatever flavour you add to it 🙌 I love it grilled or sautéed personally with with herbs & olive oil, or a miso-soy sauce marinade, probably wouldn't taste great steamed 🍆
im 49 and I first encountered Ibs in my 20's but no one diagnosed me with it then! It has has come and gone over the years! and recently has come back do to stress but I just found out I had it within the last 2 years. I always thought it was just apart of the acid reflux I'd get but now I realize what it was IBS. I stayed very busy over the last 7 years and that has helped but I recently had hip replacement and of course the stress hit and IBS has reared its head. I wish everybody well on trying to manage it. Its a life time thing you have to manage!
I’ve had ibs-c since I was a toddler. I’m now 17, going on 18. I’ve gotten the constipation under control, but I’m still struggling with severe gas and bloating. If I didn’t take magnesium caplets and miralax every single day, I’d rarely poop. Fodmap didn’t even touch the symptoms. Sucrose intolerance, celiac, and sibo were all negative. Hoping to see a second GI doctor soon, but I may have to wait until I turn 18 so I don’t have to deal with the transfer from peds. It’s rough, but we’ll get through it.
He Lauren is there any way I can contact you ? I need a few tips I just started feeling these symptoms like a week ago and I feel like I’m dying literally
@@unreleasedhits5777 hi Prada, how are you feeling/doing now? I struggle with IBS-C an have made some progress with the constipation. Now working on inflammation & bloating.
Thank you so much for sharing your story! I relate so much to this. When I was 14 I had a severe eating disorder and lost a lot of weight. Luckily I got treatment quite quickly and started recovering and eating more when I was about 15/6. Ever since I have had terrible gas and stomach issues. The worst part was that the gas would come about at the most random times so I would be at work or at school or out with friends and would be suddenly extremely gassy and it would smell terrible. It was so embarrassing! I would eat vegan and lots of veggies and nothing changed. Now I’m 22 and this past year I’ve been getting extremely painful bloating like you described in the video. Tried gluten free and dairy free but nothing worked. I was just told about FODMAP earlier this year and am going to start the process tomorrow. I hope it helps! Thanks so much for your video and looking forward to trying all your recipes ☺️☺️
If it's any consolation, having spoken with my friends more openly since, none of them actually remember all those times I was gassy and smelly, even though it felt like a big deal to me! On another note, as the low FODMAP diet is very restrictive it would be worth speaking with a dietitian first because it can be quite triggering if you have a history of ED and there are gentler approaches you can try instead. Hope you feel better soon! x
Your voice is very calming thankfully! I have cramps again tonight, my only symptom. There's a way they might calm enough to sleep or just escalate so I can vomit everything out. It's wierd how you can go so long feeling ok and then it will just hit you a few times in a week. I need to get my head round all these fodmaps and get organised, I'm not sure how you can know which one was the trigger when there is a sort of delayed reaction and most meals contain multiple food groups anyway. I might just try living on Huel and ricecakes for a while!
I've suffered with severe IBS-D since the 90s. I was a teenager and I got a cut on my leg that got infected while on a trip to Mexico. The doctor down there gave me some insane prescription for antibiotics that I suspect caused the IBS. No one was ever able to do anything to help me. Last year, I heard about low FODMAP diet, and started to do it VERY strictly. It is the only thing that helped. It stopped the cramping and diarrhea very quickly and I also dropped 60 pounds of weight over the course of 6 or 7 months. Unfortunately, I started adding things back to my diet without paying enough attention to what was triggering the IBS. I started a course of Xifaxan today which is supposed to be an antibiotic that doesn't leave the digestive tract. We shall see how that goes. However, I must say - for those suffering from IBS, low FODMAP is a life saver starting point to figuring this thing out. Oh, and also I've been doing intermittent fasting which has dramatically improved my overall health! (Sadly my exercise has dropped a lot since the lockdown, but I'm trying to get that sorted out.)
Great work, much respect. So glad that you have come through this strong 💪🏽😊. Thanks for sharing your experiences 🙏 IBS in itself is very subjective, it's one of the most underrated disease as there's no medicines that can cure it. The symptoms also vary, it's not just the A, C and D. I personally have regular stools(not very normal though), but bad headaches, gas and mouth bitterness. It does have a lot of impact on your mental health and further exacerbate the condition. So for those who have done all the internet research and still wondering why your symptoms don't fit under usual IBS symptoms, don't worry sometimes they aren't very linear. PS. Don't Google too much either adds up to the mental stress.
I can relate so much in this video. I've been vegan for almost a year now but i realized that removing the all the diary together with gluten didn't solve my problem. I'm really hyped to test the FODMAP diet, like, I can't even remember how it is to not have stomach problems almost every day.
Update: I'm so glad this video has helped so many people feel less alone in their IBS struggle
Plz help me sister i am suffering from ibs c 😭😭😭😭i cant eat and i cant sleep without tablets
I have been suffering from 9 yrs. visited one doctor to another .tired different medicine but this pain has now become a part of everyday life!! Thank u for sharing ur experience!
i could cry right now, just because I so deeply relate to that silent struggle and the pain of trying so hard and still being really ill
Oh no, don't cry! It does suck though 😣 I have to say, if I've learnt anything from starting this channel, it's that keeping silent about it was a waste of energy. I've become quite open about it and no one cares, in fact on the whole people are very supportive and sympathetic. I hope the low FODMAP diet helps you as much as it's helped me xx
Dear I m kamaljeet from india . I m also suffering from this problem. But don't worry we will over come this problem . Stay positive.
@@RajinderSingh-hn5schua kuch aapka ki ni
I’m 13 and have had IBS since I was 11. I was only diagnosed about 6 months ago and honestly I’ve been through the most depressing years of life. I have exactly the same issues as you Carrie, i was trying to just have fun with my friends but if I eat something I get EXTREMELY bloated after eating. Honestly it has ruined my life over the last several years and I feel very sensitive and depressed now.
you are not alone. I have Ibs and this also ruined my life too. People did not help me and they bullying me for many years (Midle school, high school and university) I start to have it since i was 11 years old :c
i had this issue for a really long time. I hon prayed to god for the answer and god told me to only drink a lot of water exercise and only eat when the previous meal is digested. This may not be your answer but ser i urge you to pray to god the universe w.e higher power you believe and be specific and ask for the answer and you will get it specific to your condition. Jusy trust the answer and go with it.
@@Gemstonetarot IBS is easily curable through ayurveda(ancient methods for treating various disease in India)
If you want to cure ibs you have to take following medicine for aprox 4-6 month with strict diet and yoga
- Bilvadi churan (1tabkespoon after meal morning and after dinner)
-kutajghanvati(2-2 tablets after meal)
-chitrakadi vati( " " " ")
-kurtajharista syrup ( 4 tablespoon with equal amount of water two time after meal) it's good to cure loose motion and you can take ishabol instant of this if you have constipation.
I was also suffer from IBS and now iam totally fine
Thank you 😊
Same to same ❤😢
I am really struggling with IBS...I am studying at university...Its like hell not knowing how the day is going to be ...Others enjoy the dream of being in university...While I struggle figuring out How the day will go.....OHHH Its a Struggle...GOD HELP ME..and all others Struggling with this..😞😞😞😞
WOW... I’m literally crying because you explained my entire life with your life story. I’m currently 19 and ever since I was 13 I was always confused why my stomach was affected so easily by all the foods that everyone else ate on a daily basis. My stomach would bloat so easily and I could easily be put into stomach pain for the entire day by something that I ate. I would get picked on for my bloated tummy which made me insecure about my waist. It would frustrate the hell out of me when my friends could eat the shittiest food and have the flattest stomachs, while I tried so hard to eat healthy and if I ate the smallest piece of something, my stomach would expand and I would get stomach pains again. I’ve been adjusting my diet for YEARS, and everyone would tell me to stop trying these diets. I wasn’t trying diets though, I just didn’t want to be out in discomfort every time I ate something “wrong” whatever that could be. It wasn’t until I went to Greece for a study abroad did I notice a drastic increase in my discomfort. All the food there was meat or carbs and I was vegetarian at the time so I could only eat greasy carbs. I always tried to eat healthy but I was forced to eat pasta and bread every day which made my stomach hurt every single day. There were nights I couldn’t sleep because I was so constipated and in so much pain. After Greece I kept adjusting my diet, believing I had a gluten intolerance or a dairy intolerance. It got to the point where I thought I had an intolerance to all food. It’s dangerous cause I would tell myself not to eat in order to not get bloated and discomfortable. It wasn’t until I finally decided to do some actual research that I found your video. This is truly the most relieving and inspiring thing I’ve come upon. All these life questions you just answered. Thank you for creating this and putting out something that many would find uncomfortable sharing. I never related and felt for a human more than this because IBS has caused me so much pain in my life. And you just helped me:)
How are your symptoms of IBS now?
This message helped! IBS is so annoying 😭
This has been me my entire life. I'm experiencing a bad flare up as we speak I have a doctors appointment this week. This has been the hardest thing to diagnose throughout my life. I'm having it confirmed. My body is not converting food to energy I'm so fatigued
@@atherbest i had this issue for a really long time. I hon prayed to god for the answer and god told me to only drink a lot of water exercise and only eat when the previous meal is digested. This may not be your answer but ser i urge you to pray to god the universe w.e higher power you believe and be specific and ask for the answer and you will get it specific to your condition. Jusy trust the answer and go with it.
@@walktalk_208 Thank you so much...ironically I've been on a water challenge lately. Nothing but water and I have plans to start exercising next week. More like getting back into the habit lol. Thank you so much this truly helps. I never thought about praying to God for the answer about this.
Oh my god that cramps thing and smiling and breathing through it is so accurate. Thank you for sharing. I am still having pretty debilitating ibs symptoms and honestly, its so difficult because the scale of extremities of how awful these symptoms can be is so large and so many people just assume that is such a benign thing because its so common but there have been so many days where its just been so rough and I know exactly what you mean when you feel frustrated that other people get to eat whatever they want yet it feels like you're being punished despite trying so hard. I am 19 and I have been struggling with digestive issues for probably over 4 years or 5 years but in the last two years I have been undergoing intensive investigations to figure out whats going wrong and under a year ago I was diagnosed with ibs. I recently started university in a new country and have been dealing with a couple of other health problems so its been pretty rough but honestly I love your videos, they're so cheerful and bright. Thank you for making me feel less alone.
You're so right. IBS can have such extreme or just very mild symptoms, it's a bit frustrating they are lumped in the diagnosis. I think it's wonderful you are studying abroad, despite your health problems. A lot of people would let them hold back their life, but you are brave enough to do it anyway 🙌 Has low-fodmap been helping? I hope you feel better soon! 💗 x
It really is very hard , with all the weakness and stress. It is difficult to go on with your day to day life. And people think of it as a normal stomach irritation but it is not that simple. I get to hear this a lot, when i had an irritating stomach i did this.... U dont drink enough water that is why u have this. U dont eat healthy food thats why u have this. No, a lot of ur healthy food doesn't really make me feel good. And yes i am stressed because of this, i am not over reacting.
Its nice to see i am not alone.thank u for sharing.....😘
If you haven’t tried it yet, try pepogest. It’s not a cure but it does help with digestion, my digestion is so bad and I rely on those!
this is so relateable. 'breathing through the pain' is a way of my life. it's heartbreaking that the medical field doesn't even care about IBS. it effects millions of people and some severely. i also understand eating really healthy and seeing others who treat their body like crap and still have great health. thank you for sharing this.
I’m 16, I’ve had Ibs since around 13. It’s a nightmare. An absolute nightmare. For three years now which feels like a lifetime I experience symptoms like bloating and stomach rumbling for no reason. I’m at wits end and notice how I’m slowly slipping back into depression as my life moves faster than I can handle. My life, talking about relationships, chilling with friends or basically any social situation has gotten so awkward and full of anxiety that I try to avoid any outing. It’s just hard because I want to do things but I don’t allow myself because I know my Ibs will act up. Especially the stomach rumbling is keeping me up. Luckily some of the symptoms that the people in the comments are experiencing aren’t as common with me. I don’t often have diarrhea or constipation, just a lot of stomach rumbling and at times I need to go to the bathroom twice a day, and the gassy comes and goes, sometimes I’m extremely gassy for months and than it’s pretty good for a few weeks. For me I think I’m lactose intolerant too, I’m trying to keep a diary but I can’t just not eat things. I’m addicted to food and I don’t have the willpower to change my whole diet when it might not even work. You might think I’m overreacting and I have it easier than some maybe yes, but all I want is someone who understands. Does anyone have advice, generally and for my stomach rumbling?
Hey, Im having similar experience as yours… its been nearly 4 years and now due to some medication and self control, im able to plan outings and have a social life(awkward and very anxious one, but better than not getting out of ur house)
Two things which helped me the most were a food diary and workouts… Ive started recording what I ate and the quantity of it and note how my stomach reacted to it… Once u start revisiting the diary every week you’ll realise what is actually bad for you
And workout helped me to properly schedule my movement and mainly eat healthy, cuz once you go and sweat like a pig to burn those calories, craving for junk or “rich” foods will drastically decrease
Maybe its SIBO. (bad bacterial Over grow in small intestine) ask about it to your doctor. If you have it they will prescribe antibiotics
i go through the same thing and it is very hard to deal with on the daily
@@wendysoto4031 hello
Like you, my IBS began after taking antibiotics. However I am thankful that I never took antibiotics my entire life until after becoming retired - my heart really goes out to younger people who have to go to school or to their job while dealing with their IBS. Thank you for sharing your story! ❤️
My IBS also began after taking antibiotics
I'm sobbing with happiness that I just came across your channel. When I was quite young I suffered from the most extreme stomach cramps where I would reside to lying on my side and not moving for hours because I couldn't breathe with the pain. A few years ago, my mum and I had had enough and after an abundance of doctor appointments we finally came across the low FODMAP diet through a dietitian which completely changed my life. However at the time I sort of brushed off all the things she was saying because I just loved all kinds of foods and refused to believe they would cause me such pain and discomfort. I recently realised that things like dates, cherries, mangoes, onion, garlic and apples would upset my stomach and I started getting really self conscious about the fact that my stomach stuck out more than other people's (even if they were larger than me) and it was always hard despite me not having rock hard abs. So watching your video and being able to relate to so many of your symptoms has me realising that the dietitian I saw might have been on to something! Wowee I really should have listened but I am so determined to get back on board with a low FODMAP diet. - And as a plus, I went vegan a year and a half ago so I am extremely grateful for your channel and for sharing your story.
Firstly I just want to say I'm so sorry you've had to suffer with IBS for so long 😔But I'm so glad you found my channel! If you've already identified all those really high-FODMAP foods as triggers this diet could really work for you 😆And you rock for going vegan 💚I can't wait to hear how you get on! good love xx
"It never really got better" couldn't relate more. I'm going through the same struggle and more than physical it mentally breaks you down. It has been 2 years and life changed drastically...
Hello.. How r u now
I remember as a teenager having to stay home due to trapped wind. Once I had chickpeas and went out with my friends. That night I had two glasses of Coca-Cola and I had to go home with the worst case of trapped wind ever. That was the last time I drank coke and I still remember it although I was 16 and I’m now 43. I’m intolerant to milk protein and I’m waiting to be seen by a gastro dietitian at my local hospital who’s trained as a FODMAP dietitian by King’s College so I’m hoping that I’ll be properly assessed soon. The pain and embarrassment of IBS go hand in hand I think
Oh my gosh, I can relate so much to that! I should have also mentioned the embarrassing struggles of excess wind 😓There's never a good time socially to have it 😅Hope it goes well with your dietician xx
Noelia I’m currently a teenager and dealing with the trapped gas ITS HELL IN SCHOOL so what’d you do to help with it?
@@alicemills5688 peppermint tea really helps me and, if possible, finding a comfortable position to lie in.
i'm crying right now..i swear... i've been struggling with the same syntoms for 4 years... and i always thought i was complicated and strange..believe me i don't allow myself to eat junk food for many years and i´ve always been restricting myself to the most healthiest diet possible. having a day without pain is so uncommon and a blessing..thank you a lot for sharing, truly :(
I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through it too 😔 My life is so different now because of the lowFODMAP diet, a day with stomach pain etc is the exception now, not the norm! Are you planning to try it? Xx
Your video made me cry as I'm going through this too. I've not been told I have IBS but was recently recommended to do a fodmap diet. Been vegan for 7 years and sick of feeling sick really...
I'll check out your advice and hope there's light at the end of the tunnel. X
I can totally empathise! I went to the doctor when I was 19 and I first noticed symptoms. They told me it was IBS and that soluble or insoluble fibre was the culprit. I understand that they didn’t know the cause back then, but it was the fact that they just left me to deal with it by myself as a 19 year old (and of course changing the fibre amounts didn’t work either). I just felt stuck with it. I went vegan 3 years ago and also try to eat as many vegetables and nuts and legumes etc thinking that I’m doing something good for myself, but I feel actually worse too! About to embark on the low fodmap elimination phase now - wish me luck!
I've just discovered fodmap this past month. Your library has helped the most. I can't thank you enough for how you handle this subject, how you just deal with it and how I never feel shame listening to you. It's going to take me awhile to get used to fodmap. I'm a vegetarian, not vegan, but I have hope for the first time in many years. Thank you.
This really hit the spot. My life is everything you described the first few minutes. This really gave me hope that it'll get better and that one day things will change. I think a lot of people just have no idea how much IBS affects your life...
I never wear anything slim fit because I look like I'm pregnant pretty much all the time and it just makes me so self-conscious...
Thanks for sharing. I got IBS the last couple of days, nightmare😞. Bloating, Shortness of breath with unintentional tears.
Also, when I eat something bad, I feel depressed, and psychologically unsettle. I knew it was from IBS. However, some negative people told me I have psychological issues 😑. I never listened to them. I am searching for the answer.
Now I am taking prebiotic to increase good bacteria. I am also on a ketogenic diet. I feel a lot better. However, I think I need more time and research about IBS.
Also, I use some herbs to cure bloating. The moment that I get gasses out of my system, the psychological issue "negative thoughts" disappear. Do not listen to negative people.
Again, thanks for sharing. So brave of you.
Thanks for your message on this video. I myself do the keto diet and will try the prebiotic thing. hopefully it works!
Omg yes i get shortness of breath. I feel so alone and no one believes my pain. Im so glad this platform has many other people like me dealing with ibs. Wishing you well hope your doing good!
@@Jdxoxo23 doing ok? I have totally healed🤟. I kept a journal (well, samsung note) and recorded every meal, then I recorded every meal that got me bloated. Next, I find out what exactly in my meal that caused bloating or increased the symptoms.
Now I know that what caused the problem was me drinking, back then, 1 liter of arabic coffee with heavy dose of cardomom.
I now know every food to avoid. Kale is a big one for me.
Keep a journal to understand your digestion system. Do it yourself 😏
@@HumodHadi thank you ! 😊
@@Jdxoxo23 you are welcome jasmena😁
I so feel you 😔 and it hurts more when we try so hard to get a Normal life where people around us are having every shit food and still healthy 💔
I've had IBS for the past 3 years. Currently I am in 9th grade. I still sometimes have flare ups every now and then, but not as often as I used to. I am doing alot better nowadays. I got diagnosed earlier last year. I am controlling my diet, getting more sleep, and also taking some medications. Seeing this video really made me feel like I'm not alone. Because everything "poo" related is treated as such a taboo, or as "funny" ,that I felt so ashamed when I'd have flare ups and had to use the school bathroom. Everyone thought "pooping" was gross and funny. As if they didn't do it.
But now I know there is nothing to be ashamed of.
Bilvasava is completely cure ibs
This is exactly what I needed to hear! It’s so hard to work in a fast-paced career when your tummy has other ideas. I’m so grateful that I’m not alone in this struggle!
Thank you for sharing! I was just diagnosed yesterday after a colonoscopy to rule out ulcerative colitis. I'm 28 and have had symptoms on and off for a decade, with the last three years or so being chronic and awful. I literally cannot remember what it's like to go a day without diarrhea and constant cramping! I am a pescetarian, so while I have some more options, it is frustrating how all the meal plans available focus on meat! Thank you so much for creating this channel. I feel so hopeful hearing stories of people who have had symptoms like mine and come out the other side. :)
Hello
This is so nice of you buddy ,sharing your journey.you understood the things and adapated to the conditions rather than mentally suffering .I’m a doctor and learned a few things to help out the pts with IBS.ALL THE BEST FOR THE FUTURE ❤️
Thank you for this video. I’m suffering and waiting in a diagnoses, so many of the symptoms are awful. Thank you for talking about this so openly, I’m not alone!
I suffer from IBS and it's a living nightmare
It's made worse by the fact that no one really knows what to do about it. Definitely try the low FODMAP thing, but you have to do it very strictly. You'll notice a massive difference in just a couple of weeks. Don't make my mistake though - introduce foods back in slowly so you can take notes and really figure out which ones are causing your gut to go nuts.
my family comes to talk to me about poo all the time cause i have ibs too, and they know i have jokes and stories and advice about all types of poo. my pain is severe though, many times at hospital. i wish for all ibs patients a cure! love, hugs and prayers!!!
I just realised I've had IBS since I was around 13, and I'm now soon 33. 20 years of bloating! Kind of crazy what you learn to live with. And the skirt thing... Anything that isn't stretchy is just horrible. My life changed for the better when leggings became socially acceptable to wear again. I don't think I'll ever buy a pair of trousers with buttons/zippers again in my life.
Uh that's so young! It really is crazy what we accept with our health 😣 I hope low FODMAP helps you feel better at last xx
I think the acceptance is both good and bad, because if we didn't get used to/learned to ignore problems with our body, living with things like IBS or fibromyalgia would be completely unbearable. But the downside is of course that we get so used to it that we don't seek medical help for things. In any case, I'm very excited about the FODMAP possibilities. :)
Hello 😊 So I was recently told I have IBS. They first diagnosed me with gastritis, told me to take a ton of over the counter medications, none of which worked, and after a month or so, I was finally referred to a GI specialist. Nothing helped for “gastritis” remedies I found online so things were a bit confusing. The GI doc then told me I needed to get an endoscopy done, but I wanted to see another GI specialist first for a second opinion. The second GI doc said he doesn’t think I need an endoscopy at the moment and told me he thinks I have IBS. He told me to stop taking all of my medications and told me instead to take peppermint pills and ginger room capsules. Not sure if the ginger root does much, but the peppermint pills do wonders. He also said that stress reduction and mindfulness meditation.
Thanks for posting!
My story is a lot like yours. I’m so happy I found your channel. You’re doing such an important work here 😍 I went vegan eight months ago and it has helped me with my symptoms. I started FODMAP diet when I was still eating meat and all that gross stuff, which meant I ate mostly chicken and rice. So I’m now in process of learning how to eat all over again lol. Thank you so much again. I found this video really comforting and your whole channel really helpful. ❤️✨
Thank you Janna and yay for going vegan! ☺️I really glad I could help xx
I'm so happy you talked about this because not many people do. I also have IBS-A and low Fodmap has helped me so much! I was lucky enough to go to doctors that knew a lot about ibs. Its frustrating to me because I dont understand how my brain health causes me so many issues
Thanks for sharing your story! I can certainly relate to a lot of what you said about university 🙈. Talking about 💩is certainly daunting but people like you are breaking through the stigma ❤️
Thank you 💗It's funny it has such a stigma really, when digestive upsets are one of the few guaranteed universal human experiences 😅xx
I can totally relate!!! Especially the part when you said, you did not eat. I used to do that all the time, e.g. going to the Cinema. I actually avoid going to the Cinema because of it and rather watch Movies at Home
Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your story. To know that i'm not alone and that things can be better helps me to get through this. I'm from Brazil and my story is like yours. After years trying to find a solution, now I found a doctor and a nutritionist who knows the fodmap diet and will guide me. Unfortunately this diet is not very well known here. Thank you and congrats for what are you doing.
Hi Ana, I'm so glad you've finally found a solution in this diet 😌 It's not well known in the UK yet either... one day! Hope you feel well soon xx
So glad Ive found your channel. Ive had IBS for years now. I suffer with Fibromyalgia so IBS is very common to have with Fibro. I can totally relate to every single thing you've said. I was with another doctor only last week after another procedure and she just happen to say what about trying a Low FODMAP diet....Never have I been told about this. Suffering with IBS around 20 years now and not one doctor has ever told me about it which i think is crazy but also wouldnt surprise me if they just didnt know about it. Ive been watching all your videos and they are really helping so thanks. Being vegan isnt easy in Dublin and then with the Low FODMAP i nearly had a break down but your videos are defo helping so thank you. x
I guess it is such a new thing in research, not just in the medical world. Did you know, there have actually been some small-scale studies showing the lowFODMAP diet reduces pain for fibro patients! I'm very glad my videos have helped, it definitely feels like an overwhelming challenge at the start but you can totally do it 😘 xx
You could try a drug called Trulance. It has the best safety drug in the world and highly effective. Little or no side effect. Works for me at least. Do ask your doctor for it.
Thank you for sharing your IBS story - I’m currently in the fetal position watching this, been diagnosed with IBS as of one week ago. It’s been hard to come to terms with. For me, my symptoms were never gradual. They were sudden. I woke up one day with cramping and a dull ache - that was 2 months ago and I can count on one hand the days I’ve had pain-free since then. Everyday has been a struggle in the last 2 months. My pain varies from stabbing, sharp, tight pressure, back & thigh aches, twinging pain, spasms & chest pain. I would have never though IBS pain could feel this bad so it never came to mind that my gut was the problem. I’ve spent nights crying. Days off work unpaid. I was active before all of this. I ended up in the ER a few weeks ago because the pain got so bad one night, I collapsed. The hospital sent me home saying I seemed healthy & fine. Just to take pain killers & go back to my doctor. Because my symptoms hadn’t developed over some time & came on quite suddenly, I had to undergo a lot of tests and scans to make sure it wasn’t anything more. I also had to be ruled out of endometriosis. The scans came back all clear and I don’t have endo. So the doctors said to me I may have IBS. I insisted I don’t and pushed for further testing. I didn’t want to believe it. Last week I saw a specialist who said I 100% have IBS. It’s overwhelming to me how one day I was fine, then the next day I woke up in pain & it’s been like that since. I don’t have diarrhea or constipation, like most others experience. I was sure it was something else but hey at least I’m glad my scans are all healthy otherwise. Just gotta live with this now & cut out foods I love eating 😔 For me, my issue lies with the actual digestion process - I retain gas too much & it’s painful to pass through. I also have very high stress & anxiety. When I meditate, the pain subsides. I have been following my specialist’s advice about cutting out certain foods (like wheat, pasta, pizza, pastries, high amounts of soy, high sugar, noodles) and the last few days I’ve felt less pain. So it appears to be working. Hoping for continued improvement & I’m doing my own research on what may help. Really glad to not be alone, sorry for the long story. Thanks again ❤️
Hi Lindy - how are you feeling/doing now? I struggle with IBS-C. And have slow digestion. I have found intermitten fasting has helped.
@@danderson4613 Hi there! Thank you for reaching out to me to ask how I am 😊 Since I posted this comment, it's come to light that I definitely have IBS-C, too. My digestion is slow and it's not the act of going per-say, more-so that I don't go at all for days at a time ... I can relate to you and I completely understand how it feels. I still suffer from extreme bloating most days, other days it's barely there. The pain I experienced this time last year with my IBS isn't as bad now, thankfully - I have modified my diet and keep a great balance of foods, although I still do occasionally eat junk and things that cause me a little discomfort afterward. It's hard because some foods are way too tempting and my fiancé is an ex-chef, haha. It's still upsetting that even with modifying my diet, exercise and keeping my fluids up (I barely used to touch water!), I still experience issues with not going to the toilet for up to 4-5 days at a time. So, knowing that all this "stuff" is sitting inside me and not being excreted, it is a massive bummer to deal with on a day to day basis. I avoid wearing tighter clothes nowadays and there are days where I feel super sluggish - but other days I feel light and refreshed (particularly the days I have managed to go to the toilet). Above all really, it's the slow digestion that affects me nowadays, otherwise, I don't suffer a lot of pain like I used to, I still get mild cramping and bad gas + sharp pains when food is passing through here and there. It's a good thing you mentioned intermittent fasting, I have given it a go recently actually and it seems to help! I would like to continue it for sure. How have you been feeling and are there any struggles you deal with daily such as mine? 😊
I know this video is over two years old but I just found your channel and I wanted to say thank you. I am 20 years old and have been struggling with IBS for the past 3/4 years since I started having some mental health issues when I was in high school and taking various medications. My stomach issues have gotten worse over the past year, and I finally went to a GI in February who told me I had “mild” IBS, but didn’t really tell me what could be done about it. It definitely didn’t and still doesn’t feel mild- I feel like every time I eat, I feel bloated and sick. I get horrible cramps and diarrhea, and most days I feel like I have to spend a significant amount of time just lying down trying to breathe through gas pain and discomfort. It can definitely feel embarrassing to have to modify my life around my bad stomach and it’s so frustrating to feel like no matter how “well” I eat, nothing seems to help and it’s still only considered a mild condition by a lot of the people around me. But watching this video and reading the comments have made me feel so much better and I so appreciate you speaking about this and doing so much work to help other people. I will definitely be watching your other videos and trying to incorporate your diet advice. 💗
I'm so sorry to hear how you've suffered Alex. I hope this point marks your journey back to health. Wishing you the best of luck x
So so glad I found you! I went vegan (again) to support my daughter when she was diagnosed with MS 2 years ago and developed symptoms a year into it. Finally found FODMAP through research. Your channel has brought everything to light as I’ve been trying to put everything together. Thank you for all you do. I look forward to your videos!
I've had ibs for 12 years I went vegan 2 years a go and it got worst I've just started the lowfodmap diet this week I really hope it helps me
Did it work
How is it aidy?
I always had stomach issues but i never really figured out what it was. I did the same as you; ate super healthy and clean and turned vegetarian but my stomach issues got worse and worse. I was thinking there must be something seriously wrong if eating veggies and fruit are making me so sick. my symptoms were getting so bad that I wasn't able to sleep at night and tried to pretty much avoid all foodsbecausee i knew the pain that resulted! After a lot of doctor appointments, i was enlightened on the low fodmap diet and it all makes sense now! My stomach is so irritated that in this first week of trying the elimination cycle i am still feeling pretty bad after ever meal but I know now its going to get better! Awesome to see a vegan channel on IBS its amazing you have made it into a sustainable lifestyle!!! Thank you for this video, we are not alone!!!!!
Waiting for that day when I can say everyone that I have IBS.so that anyone with IBS can share info that can help to better my life style.tq for sharing your story
"Crazy lady talking about poo on the Internet" 😂 From one to another, I thank you for sharing your story and normalising these type of chats. 💩
Haha, just imagine a world where casual poo-chats are the future of small talk 😂💩
@@CarrieGill_TheWildGutProject i talk about it like nothing with close fam members but i kno they feel it to be tmi sometimes..poo is a normal necessary function of the body yes its disgusting but i think talling about these issues are important for all to be aware and understand the difficilties with this or any digestive issues
I've been bloated all the time for a few years or so.
You'd think I'd have looked into this sooner!
Your videos are really helpful for me in this time of confusion and anxiety :) x
You know, with all my "gut health" research it didn't really come up either. Wish I had heard about years ago! Glad my videos can help :) xx
I couple of times fainted because of how severe IBS pain was. Removed beer, chilli and onions from my diet completely and started taking daily probiotics really helped me.
I have just been diagnosed with IBS and am looking into the low-fodmap diet after it being recommended by my GP. It's great to see it has helped you! Thanks for the video :)
Thank you for your candor and tact. Talking about IBS symptoms, even with medical professionals, let alone friends, family, or partners, is really difficult and embarrassing. Sharing in this kind of space takes, well...guts! 🙂 My IBS symptoms started about two years ago and it's only been recently that I finally understood how low FODMAP works as a tool to help me discover what I should and shouldn't eat. I'd started trying a vegan diet shortly before IBS hijacked my gut (had been a lifelong meat eater), and I suspect that had something to do with it--too big a change too quickly. Since then I've found that a keto-ish diet helped IBS symptoms, but low FODMAP is the ticket. For planetary and ethical reasons, though, I'd really like to eat vegan. So I'm excited to have come across your channel. Thank you for being here.
Hi. I have just stumbled upon your videos after looking up other sufferers. I have had stomach pain pretty much every day for the last 10 years. I have suffered in silence for years and never really changed any aspect of my life, however recently my symptoms have turned into diarrhoea. I have always suffered with urgency but never full blown diarrhoea. Finally decided to go and see my GP and they are sending me for blood tests to start. After googling symptoms for days now I am terrified this maybe something more serious. Seeing other people like your self who’s symptoms sound very similar to mine certainly are helping with my nerves/anxiety in waiting. Thank you
Hi Philip, so sorry to hear you've been dealing with stomach pain for so long! Have you heard back from your tests yet? Well done for seeking help, I know it can sometimes feel easier to almost pretend it's not a problem! You can also trial a few lowFODMAP days and see if you notice a difference xx
I just discovered you today, and have already subscribed. I have had a stack of low-FODMAP books for nearly a month, since I first read about it, but have been so overwhelmed by conflicting information. I have IBS-D, that seemed to have started after some medication (not an antibiotic) that I took for a short time. Your videos prove I am not alone! Thank you for sharing your experience, and I off to marathon the rest of them. Sara
I'm so sorry you've had to deal with these long-term consequences of medication too. It's so frustrating 😔 But yes, learning about fodmaps changes everything! 😆 Wishing you a happy tummy asap! xx
Thanks so much for sharing your story - it’s such a relief knowing there are others out there. The saddest day for me was knowing there wasn’t a ‘cure’. The doctors always say continue following low FODMAP but that’s incredibly difficult when eating or and enjoying life (I’m a huge foodie). Whilst not a fully fledged vegan yet, I no longer eat meat but yearn for all of the vegan dishes full of onion, garlic and legumes.
There’s always options, so I try to stay optimistic 🙂
I'm sorry to here this. Can you not tolerate any of the FODMAPs? Strict lofo is so hard to do for a long time 😔
I started doing yoga as well and I love it but my IBS is making it so hard for me to ppractice yoga on the regular. It causes acid reflux and sometimes I feel really sick after just a short yoga session... most days I dont even have the energy to do a flow because my body is too busy healing all the inflammation in my gut. Somedays I believe I will get better but somedays I realize how much I give up everyday to live a normal life and my gut still f**ks things up. I am sorry for everyone going through this too.
After eating, I wait at least 2-3 hours after a meal to practice. I love to practice in the morning, on empty stomach.
Hello nina, how are your ibs symptoms, do you have time to discuss maybe some things you do to help your symptoms?
@@TheFrozenOne802 of course! i had a gastritis last summer and everything went south after that. i still haven't fully recovered. since then i have started to follow the medical medium protocol. maybe check out medical medium, it could be worth a try :)
@@nina.namaste hello sis try ayurvedic treatment
@@britamhajowari8578 ayurveda will not heal the root cause of IBS. it might soothe symptoms but not heal. medical medium is the way to go! :)
I'm a 29 y/o male in America and I can relate so much. My symptoms are the opposite (C) but the trial and error periods of eating "healthy foods" are identical. I swear I tried everything else before learning and trying the Low FODMAP Diet. I'm a year late seeing this video but thanks so much for sharing!
i can relate so much, its so nice to hear people talking about it. so great that your a vegan too! im currently applying for student accommodation and i am dreading sharing a loo, honestly loosing sleep over it! fingers crossed i get an en suite.
I have had it since I was 20 yrs old. It sucks and has controlled my life. I literally have to plan my life around the toilet! I make sure I go #2 before I leave my house if I know I am gone for over an hour. I dread having to go in public or at a friend's house. However, I tried Keto and it has really helped. When I'm on Keto, I only poo twice a day and a healthy poo. If I'm not on Keto, my stomache life is hell and I have to poo like 7 times a day.
I'm so close to crying. You perfectly described me for basically half my life. I guess it could be worse, but it's also such a waste of otherwise a perfectly healthy body and mind. For so long I thought everyone must feel like I did and it's taken me so long to realize this is not normal... 12 years actually. it's such a shame it made me who I've become, but it is not what I am..... I quit dairy and gluten and saw major improvement, but I am still constantly bloated and so I'm hoping the low fodmap diet will help. your channel is very helpful and inspiring. Thank you
Ive just watched this and couldnt help but cry. I was exactly EXACTLY the same.
Exams.
Tonsilitis
Stomach.
I got to a point where i was having tonsilitis 5 times a year leading to hospitalisation. Ive jad them out and still get it.
I literally had it again between the 5th and 12th of January this year. Was nil by mouth because I couldn't swallow. Was given eurythromycin and it helped. Then literally as soon as i could eat again BAM IBS flare up for 10 days.
During the week off food, my skin cleared, my stomach went from looking 4 month pregnant to really going down in size.
Doctors tell me its stress and it makes me want to scream.
So many nights ive near passed out from pain... And FINALLY I know there is someone who has the same experience.
You dont know what this video has meant to me. Sincerely, thank you - From Yorkshire, England
Oh Hannah, I'm so sorry to hear you've been through the same thing. Expecially that you are ssyill getting tonsillitis after having a tonsillectomy ☹️. I hope my later videos give you hope because my IBS so much better now.
Also, if you get tonsillitis again, explicitly explain your history with antibiotics and check they've done a antibiotic sensitivity test on the infection, in case you can have a gentler one!
I don't usually do youtube comments, but thank you so much for your story and channel. I was in the same boat at the turning of 25. Didn't know I had ibs until literally a few days ago from this post. But I went vegan, in hopes it would lessen the pain. While yours was going out too much, mine wasn't coming out at all and my gut would stretch to unbearable limits. I was thinking to myself yesterday "none of this is fair, I already limit myself by not eating animal products, now I can't even eat beans and broccoli or garlic" I was super frustrated and lost. But I found your channel and I'm gonna explore more and imitate your style before recreating it for my daily needs. Thank you
pretending im fine is my life. so relatable.
I love that you made this video. I’ve been recently diagnosed with post-infectious IBS after getting food poisoning or a stomach flu on New Years (not the best way to start 2020). It really can make me feel alone sometimes. My parents and friends regularly ask me how I’m doing and how I’m feelingand they really are very understanding, but it’s hard to explain to them the frustration that comes with IBS and how someday I can feel great and then the next day I feel absolutely horrible and bloated. So it’s nice to hear other people talk about similar experiences. I also really relate to you about how you just learn to manage some stuff (for me it’s going to the bathroom, I’ve worked out quite the routine there), but some stuff is just hard to manage. For me it’s mostly a nauseous feeling that I find hard to deal with. I guess what I’m trying to say is thank you for making this video. It might not be a fun subject to talk about but it’s nice to know you’re not alone :).
Nakiska im going through the same thing. I got really sick for a whole week and i thought i had food poisoning. Now i live everyday since the new year in some sort of discomfort. it has impacted me mentally aswell. i feel like i will never be the same that i once was and i find myself feeling like im doomed. i wonder if i have post-infectious ibs.
@@DDAWGVlogs Yes, the same thing here. I'm not really in pain or I don't really suffer from cramps that much, but just the continuous feeling of being nauseous, it definitely takes a toll on your mental state! I had a lot of invasive procedures done to rule out anything else, since I had lost 3kg in about 3 weeks, which was a lot for me. Since nothing was found on those exams and since I could pinpoint the onset of my symptoms to an exact event and date the doctor diagnosed me with post-infectious IBS. Since my symptoms are somewhat mild (I haven't really had any cramping or serious pain), and since it was post-infectious, the doctor told me he expects my symptoms will go away with time (so I'm one of the lucky ones in that aspect), but it could take months or even years unfortunately. So I'm trying to look up similar stories, figuring out what foods trigger me, trying to work on my mental state (go out with friends who understand that I might not always be feeling too good, I've been doing a lot more creative stuff again, reading, pilates,...), but that's pretty much all I can do.
Omg thank god for this channel 🙌🏻
It's insane how long I've gone feeling I'm the only one who has these cycles and struggles, even the lose clothing, this is totally my life at the moment, the condition has got out of control the gluten intolerance is even effecting my asthma now, alongside other health complications caused by this, I'm just starting to take this whole thing seriously and this channel has been wonderfully helpful, not only to know I'm not alone, but becuse you deliver a clear, personal perspective that's relatable. Thank you for sharing your light.
Omg! I can relate so much! I wish that in 2000 when my annoying symptoms started, there had been videos of you talking about your experience. I felt so embarrassed, ashamed even though i had always lead a very healthy active lifestyle. After a bad case of stomach flu i caught while in Barcelona in my early 20s, i never felt completely “right” even if i did have a sensitive stomach during my teens before that trip. It was just so uncomfortable the bloating and weird digestion... back then, it was very much taboo to talk about it...
I want a cure to ibs 😫
Life is so difficult with this. I have bills racking up just for the attempt of treating it . No relief yet . I've had it since 2011. 😭😢😫😰
Healthcare is so expensive in murica
Fixed mine with a diet of just beef and water. I have a normal life now.
@@DoodlesMcpooh how long were you on this diet ?
Over 6 months now without cheating. It can be a bit boring but no pain, cramps, liquid poop or even farting.
@@DoodlesMcpooh 😫 that's all you eat? I can't live life like that😢
I wonder if ibs is an autoimmune response.
If your IBS was bad enough then you would.
Thank you so much for this story! I can realte to that and I felt just the same for past 7 years. It all strated in late high school and proceeded in the univercity with this troumendous amounth of daily stress. The dotors said I am fine and only about 4 months ago one doctor finally said that it might be IBS. Now I know it is truly IBS and the only thing left is to try the FODMAP diet woth my doctor and try my best in finding a relief! Thank you! I really need to know that I am not alone!
Omg I really can’t believe that it’s someone out there that gets me because every time I feel bad and I say something about it my family and friends don’t relate and never understand what it feels like and they think I’m always overreacting
Same here, my family thinks I’m overreacting but they don’t know that ibs is no joke
Same😭
I’m in my 40’s and have had IBS for about 5 years now. I still experience the bloating, anxiety, frustration, depression, acid reflux, constipation, and the worst of all the IBS flare ups that send me to the hospital and they run tons of tests even though I’ve told them that it’s a flare up from my IBS. Then they pump me full of pain meds, and a injection / steroid for the inflammation and vomiting and tell me to see my gastro intestinal doctor. When I see my GI doctor I’m told to follow my low fodmap diet, along with NO GLUTEN or dairy. I’m at a point right now that I’m scared to eat and I don’t have any social life because I’m always in pain with a flare up or bloating pain/ discomfort . I’m literally losing my mind and feel completely alone. I wish doctors would take this more serious and instead of shoving pamphlets and books at me , really help educate me on what I need to do. I’ve begun my own research online and have just been listening to my body which isn’t very much because like I’ve stated I’m scared of food now. Please if anyone can help I would be truly greatful! 🙏🏽😢
Thanks for sharing your story! I’m vegan and following the fodmap and it seems to be working!! it’s hard know what is going to trigger the pain!!☮️
I only just realised i had IBS this year. After 10 years, countless GPs and coutless tests. All my problems started when i went on the Pill - i didnt understand why my health imploded out of nowhere when i turned 18 (i barely got colds before then). Turns out a side effect can be that it killsl your gut flora. My stomach is so distended I've been asked when I'm due. I used to cry and not leave the house for social eventa because i didn't know if icould control my flatulence, but that's not as bad now thank goodness. My stomach always hurts. I have only just started low fodmap and I'm a bit overwhelmed and have had a few mistakes and false starts but im so relieved to have found this channel and community i could cry and i look forward with cautious optimism to a pain free future. Thank you so much for making this channel and for sharing your story ♡
I’m so sorry you’ve had go through this! 😔 And you’re so right about the pill... you know women are three times more likely to get IBS and are usually diagnosed around age 20-35, so when most would go on the pill. I’d be very surprised if it was just a coincidence! I really hope low fodmap helps you as much as it has me 😌 xx
I totally feel you. I had IBS for a long time, and really fixed it with stress reduction, diet and nutritional changes. I just posted a video on my channel about this. I think you can resonate with me in that so much of our overall health depends on gut health and digestion.
Thanks!
Thank you! I really appreciate your gift. Assuming you have IBS too, I hope you feel well soon xx
I was so clueless when I first diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome. Everyone thinks its not really serious. Man i try so hard to cure this diarrhea and constipation for the past 7 months and its hard living with them. Did colonoscopy( so painful because sedation doesnt work on me i cried during this procedure, the youngest in the hospital) and gastrocopy last 4 month. Keep surviving to all of us ♥️
Hello
I have never related so strongly to a video in my entire life. I struggled with tonsillitis for years and years when I was younger and would be pumping penicillin and erythromycin several times a year for sometimes the length of a month until I had my tonsils removed at 14.... my gut was simply destroyed following that time. I’m a chronic meal skipper as soon as anything important or even just involving me leaving the house for a long period of time where I’m busy so that was so relatable to me. I’m so happy you’ve found your way to a happy gut.. I’m in my reintroduction (challenges phase) and am excited!
Thank you for sharing ❤️ you’re wonderful!
Oh Claudia, I'm so sorry you can relate, and so much younger too! I think the heavy use of antibiotics has caused so many problems for people we can't even imagine 😣 How has your first reintro gone?? xxx
I totally agree!! And we rely on them so much (understandably) but I don’t think many people know what harm it does to the gut bacteria... at least now I know to up my probiotics if in need of antibiotics ☺️ it’s going ok! Doing fructans at the moment... sad to say garlic isn’t my friend! But with your flavours list I’ve found I don’t miss it as much as I thought I would ☺️ x
Thanks for sharing! Just been following for five days and feeling better than I have ever had🙏🏼❤️
I was diagnosed with colitis as a teenager, then hypoglycemia in my 20s, PCOS in my 30's and last fall, in my 60s, I was diagnosed with lactose & fructose malabsorption, GERD/Gastritis/gastroparesis and was put on 4 medical diets, one of which is the low fodmap diet for the fructose malabsorption. A friend calls it the Freedom Diet. smile! My nutritionist looked into my medical record and she said she did not find an IBS diagnoses for me. I'm currently in the challenge phase of the low fodmap diet. I will be honest and say, writing down everything I put into my mouth on challenge days is getting really old, however, I'm determined to see this through. I want to feel better. Hope it is soon because my kitchen and recipe box has been turned upside down. smile!
I feel better now knowing that I'm not alone with this
I m also suffering from this problem. But we will win . Men can do any thing . We have lot power so don't worry dear. Stay positive .🤗🤗
Same
All of this seems so familiar - the Whole Foods/plant based diet has wreaked havoc on my stomach - so much so that I went back to eating meat last year. Went vegan this year and my stomach has never been worse. Went to the GI doctor today and he recommended the low fodmap diet - so glad to have an alternative and something that may help. When you mentioned that you pretend you’re ok - that has been me so many times. I’m praying this helps me - your videos are wonderful - thank you!
Hopefully my channel can help show you a way to eat vegan but not have the stomach issues while you adjust 💗
Thank you, you are not alone!
Oh my god. This is literally the story of my life. Thanks for making this video, I just subscribed to you!
I'm so sorry you can relate! Sucks hey? But at least we have the low FODMAP diet now 😌 Thanks for subscribing x
This is sooooo like my story. I'm 47 and finally dealing with it. Glad you are here. I'm mostly vegetarian and trying to transition to vegan. Now is the best time. Going to begin phase 1 as soon as I have enough information and supplies. ♡
I'm excited you to you feel better finally! Xx
I love you all, have had severe IBS since I was 20. I have tried everything, everyday is a struggle. When I finally found the courage to tell the doctor he blew me off and told me to take fiber. I love my life in torture, fear I won't find a bathroom in time. It's taken over my life. I'm afraid to go places.
I can sooo relate to your story. It's like listening to my own! Thanks for sharing🙏🏼
Hi Randi, I'm sorry to hear you've been through it too, although it's comforting to know that neither of us are alone! Have you had much luck with the lowFODMAP diet? xx
Carrie Gill i'm trying my best to navigate through the diet but it's all very new to me. It's difficult so far and i'm not sure i'm doing it right. I've been dieting for about 3 weeks and it has become better but not perfect at all. I can live with it as it is right now though. The toughest part is i miss going to a cafe/restaurant or whatever with my boyfriend/friends/family😔
Such a lovely video! Definitely have been there! Keep posting videos ♥️
Thank you so much for sharing. You doing so, help so many of us. Keep up the good vibes :)
It made 7 years of my life a hell , i cant even describe what all i faced . But with time i found out things that can make it go easy .
I've had IBS for the past 2 years. Terrible thing to have. I've been going back and forth with pine nut cold press oil and using black seed cold press oil. It's helping me get it under control.
I truly thank u for sharing !❤️
Even though I’m crying its tears of someone that I can relate to and I don’t feel so alone anymore. I will keep following you , thank u once again! #Blessed❤️🥰🙏🏽🙌🏽
People say "just don't eat the foods that make your IBS worse" but sometimes I get flare ups for no reason. It's confusing sometimes
Ikr very confusing
I’ve done loads of blood tests, taken a lot of meds, got an endoscopy done, got my gallbladder removed... nothing worked. I was constantly in pain and discomfort.
Just found out I had IBS today. I am kind of devastated, but relieved at the same time. I finally know what’s wrong with me
I was diagnosed with IBS 8 months back. I'm almost 22 years old now. And I think it all started with final semester in college. I was really stressed out during exams. And then I took a drop year to prepare for entrance exams for masters. 2019 was such a stressful year for me. I was also diagnosed with pcos in November 2019. Both these conditions come simultaneously to haunt me. I'm a vegetarian. I try my best to just eat fruits, vegetables and no junk. I do either yoga or exercise everyday. But still I get really bad cramps either due to IBS flare ups or due to pcod. I'm more aware of my body now. But sometimes nothing helps. It hurts a lot to see my friends eating whatever they want and I on the other hand eaiting healthy, doing exercises, still getting cramps and stomach issues.
I can totally relate to you how this feels. Especially in this age when we are so young and we shouldn't be worrying about stomach problems so much.
It feels good to know that there are people like you telling your story to comfort and also to make people aware of something like IBS.
I hope things will be better for me too. Even though I'm having cramps right now 😅
I'm so sorry you have to deal with IBS and cramps right now! Have you tried the low FODMAP diet yet? Xx
@@CarrieGill_TheWildGutProject I am a vegetarian, I need to cut down on few food items. So I guess I'm almost already following the diet plan😅. But I'll give it a serious try.
I haven’t been diagnosed with IBS but OMG I can relate to your experience. I have so many good sensitivities so pretty much just eat chicken and salmon, zucchini, bell peppers, bok Choy, parsnips, and spinach. For whatever reason I still have constipation and these random diarrhea days out of the blue about once a week. I steam my veggies cause I can’t use excess oil (had my gallbladder removed a few years ago so oil bothers my gut), I just use oil to cook my meat. I recently eliminated sweet potato cause I thought that was the issue but nope. I’ve been on this strict diet for almost a year. I have seen some improvements such as less inflammation.
I'm glad you've seen some improvement! It's definitely tricker if you're fat intake is limited too! I wonder if it would help reduce your intake of zucchinis, bok choy and spinach because they are all quite restricted portions to be low FODMAP. Aubergine (eggplant), choi sum and kale could be better low-fodmap/fodmap-free alternatives xx
Carrie Gill thank you for your suggestions, I appreciate it. I just switched out the zucchini for the kale & also bought a couple eggplants. Not sure how to cook eggplant yet, can you steam it?
I saw my doctor yesterday, he said based on my symptoms he is 100% sure it’s IBS. He is referring me to a specialist. So happy for a fact it’s IBS now.
Aw, I'm glad you have a clear diagnosis (although sorry you have IBS!) It makes dealing with it so much easier, especially now we have the low FODMAP diet.
Eggplant is amazing to cook with! It takes up whatever flavour you add to it 🙌 I love it grilled or sautéed personally with with herbs & olive oil, or a miso-soy sauce marinade, probably wouldn't taste great steamed 🍆
I have CROHNS DISEASE I HAVE HAD FOR OVER TEN YEARS NOW. I WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK!!!!
im 49 and I first encountered Ibs in my 20's but no one diagnosed me with it then! It has has come and gone over the years! and recently has come back do to stress but I just found out I had it within the last 2 years. I always thought it was just apart of the acid reflux I'd get but now I realize what it was IBS. I stayed very busy over the last 7 years and that has helped but I recently had hip replacement and of course the stress hit and IBS has reared its head. I wish everybody well on trying to manage it. Its a life time thing you have to manage!
I’ve had ibs-c since I was a toddler. I’m now 17, going on 18. I’ve gotten the constipation under control, but I’m still struggling with severe gas and bloating. If I didn’t take magnesium caplets and miralax every single day, I’d rarely poop. Fodmap didn’t even touch the symptoms. Sucrose intolerance, celiac, and sibo were all negative. Hoping to see a second GI doctor soon, but I may have to wait until I turn 18 so I don’t have to deal with the transfer from peds. It’s rough, but we’ll get through it.
He Lauren is there any way I can contact you ? I need a few tips I just started feeling these symptoms like a week ago and I feel like I’m dying literally
@@unreleasedhits5777 hi Prada, how are you feeling/doing now? I struggle with IBS-C an have made some progress with the constipation. Now working on inflammation & bloating.
Thank you so much for sharing your story! I relate so much to this. When I was 14 I had a severe eating disorder and lost a lot of weight. Luckily I got treatment quite quickly and started recovering and eating more when I was about 15/6. Ever since I have had terrible gas and stomach issues. The worst part was that the gas would come about at the most random times so I would be at work or at school or out with friends and would be suddenly extremely gassy and it would smell terrible. It was so embarrassing! I would eat vegan and lots of veggies and nothing changed. Now I’m 22 and this past year I’ve been getting extremely painful bloating like you described in the video. Tried gluten free and dairy free but nothing worked. I was just told about FODMAP earlier this year and am going to start the process tomorrow. I hope it helps! Thanks so much for your video and looking forward to trying all your recipes ☺️☺️
If it's any consolation, having spoken with my friends more openly since, none of them actually remember all those times I was gassy and smelly, even though it felt like a big deal to me!
On another note, as the low FODMAP diet is very restrictive it would be worth speaking with a dietitian first because it can be quite triggering if you have a history of ED and there are gentler approaches you can try instead. Hope you feel better soon! x
Your voice is very calming thankfully! I have cramps again tonight, my only symptom. There's a way they might calm enough to sleep or just escalate so I can vomit everything out.
It's wierd how you can go so long feeling ok and then it will just hit you a few times in a week. I need to get my head round all these fodmaps and get organised, I'm not sure how you can know which one was the trigger when there is a sort of delayed reaction and most meals contain multiple food groups anyway.
I might just try living on Huel and ricecakes for a while!
I've suffered with severe IBS-D since the 90s. I was a teenager and I got a cut on my leg that got infected while on a trip to Mexico. The doctor down there gave me some insane prescription for antibiotics that I suspect caused the IBS. No one was ever able to do anything to help me. Last year, I heard about low FODMAP diet, and started to do it VERY strictly. It is the only thing that helped. It stopped the cramping and diarrhea very quickly and I also dropped 60 pounds of weight over the course of 6 or 7 months.
Unfortunately, I started adding things back to my diet without paying enough attention to what was triggering the IBS. I started a course of Xifaxan today which is supposed to be an antibiotic that doesn't leave the digestive tract. We shall see how that goes. However, I must say - for those suffering from IBS, low FODMAP is a life saver starting point to figuring this thing out. Oh, and also I've been doing intermittent fasting which has dramatically improved my overall health! (Sadly my exercise has dropped a lot since the lockdown, but I'm trying to get that sorted out.)
Great work, much respect. So glad that you have come through this strong 💪🏽😊. Thanks for sharing your experiences 🙏
IBS in itself is very subjective, it's one of the most underrated disease as there's no medicines that can cure it. The symptoms also vary, it's not just the A, C and D.
I personally have regular stools(not very normal though), but bad headaches, gas and mouth bitterness. It does have a lot of impact on your mental health and further exacerbate the condition. So for those who have done all the internet research and still wondering why your symptoms don't fit under usual IBS symptoms, don't worry sometimes they aren't very linear.
PS. Don't Google too much either adds up to the mental stress.
IBS is ridiculous. I haven't been diagnosed with it, but I seem to be gassy/have diarrhea no matter what I eat.
My ibs? CHRONIC. My style? ICONIC.
I can relate so much in this video. I've been vegan for almost a year now but i realized that removing the all the diary together with gluten didn't solve my problem. I'm really hyped to test the FODMAP diet, like, I can't even remember how it is to not have stomach problems almost every day.
Thanks a lot for talking about this
I very deeply relate to this. Thanks for sharing your experiences!