Thank you for giving me my life back!
When I joined the boards a year ago, my IBS-A was at its all-time worst. I was completely bedridden, with often uncontrollable D, cramps, and nausea. All I could stomach was rice and water, and even that triggered attacks. I didn't have the energy to even get out of bed. There were plenty of nights that I cried on Adam's shoulder, completely convinced that this was going to kill me.
Last night, I sat down to a dinner that included a cumin-spiced risotto with chunks of onion and tons of cilantro, *piles* of raw cherry tomatoes, and (low-fat dairy-free!) fresh strawberry shortcake for dessert. And I didn't get sick afterwards! A year ago, I thought I'd never be able to eat fresh, raw summer veggies and fruits again.
But that's really just the beginning. I rarely have "bad days" and I'm not afraid to leave the house anymore. Even when I DO have bad days, they don't strike fear into me like they used to, because I understand what's happening and know how to handle them. I was able to make a 9-hour road trip with no problems. I go out every weekend and do the things I love without having to WORRY. I can enjoy food again, but at the same time, I've really had a HEALTHY way of eating pounded into my head, and I'm never going back!
And while Heather's diet is the key, I don't think I ever could have done it without the support, friendship, and sometimes commiserating of the wonderful people here on the boards, so... THANK YOU!!
For the newbies, my best advice to you is to hang in there and STICK WITH THE DIET. It isn't a quick fix, but it's a lifetime fix, and believe me, that's a thousand times better than an instant solution. It really, truly, honestly WORKS!
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Dear Heather VV (and everyone else)...
