What you state here, may be true. Even so, you have indicated many things in your posts that are red flags that require at least basic diagnostic testing. It is easy to remain in denial and "hope" that you only fit the basic criteria for IBS. You also have indicated that you are lonely and have no friends other than your bf.
The best thing you could do for yourself is have the basic colonoscopy performed. This rules out everything on the lower end that might be more serious. Given you don't seem to describe any upper GI symptoms, it is unlikely that you would need any further testing for a concrete diagnosis.
How would you actually feel if you were told that you do not have IBS at all, but rather your symptoms are related to your diet and lack of exercise and the daily motivation to fully participate in life? Would you be disappointed that you do not have IBS?
Personally, I think you would be disappointed. You do need some exercise (walking in the neighborhood or along the roadside, even in the snow. Look at the beautiful trees and nature, the birds, a wild animal here or there.
Sitting all day is not good for anyone. Not developing friendships and being connected outside of your home (beyond your job and family) is not good either. Perhaps you could find someone locally to teach you a craft, or how to cook. There are elderly people everywhere who would love to have you visit and teach you something. They are lonely too!
My heart goes out to you, yet only you can make the appropriate changes and stop looking for reasons, making excuses, and moving forward to make a better life for yourself.
It also appears that you may be attempting to get into recipes that go beyond your equipment on hand and your understanding of IF and SF. As soon as I can get to it, I will email a list of simple things you can keep on hand in your pantry (or bedroom) that will provide you with an abundance of easily prepared and tasty "safe" meals that require little preparation. Even so, you would need to commit to eating three small meals a day and getting some exercise, snacking safely in-between.
It is defintely time for change if you genuinely want to improve overall and have a life, as you say you do. Be careful about buying into self-pitty and excuses that deprive you of a full life. A colonoscopy can be arranged for you through your Social Services Department in North Dakata. I suggest that you begin there, while contemplating the other suggestions here.
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Senior female, IBS-D, presently stable thanks to Heather & Staff
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