Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: New User with Questions--LONG POST!

Welcome! I just had to respond - I taught high school and even worse, grade 7 and 8. I totally understand your situation. It's horrible not being able to leave a class. I hated it.
Did you get a proper diagnosis? It's critical - the symptoms mimic so many things. We had a fellow on this board lose his mother to cancer because she thought it was IBS and didn't seek further medical attention.
As for friendly teas, as long as they're decaf, you should be AOK. Peppermint tea is amazing (and a nice refreshing cup in the summer). Mags (the other moderator) uses blends of different tea bags. I like to mix a decaf black tea with a hint of raspberry tea or something like that. Experiment and enjoy.
Try the 100% commitment. IT will take your worries away at work. As for the fiber supplement - make sure you start with a very small dose and gradually increase it over several weeks/months.
There's tons of information on this site. The page before you enter the eating for ibs guidelines board has several green highlighted topics. Happy reading!

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Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.

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