Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Problems getting worse and WORSE!!

You haven't said if you are following the Eating for IBS Diet. The diet is the only thing I've tried that has helped me stabilize. I am no longer afraid to leave the house, and I function fairly well.

For me, It is very important to eat, even when I am not feeling wel. An empty stomach always causes me to have cramping and gas. I always eat a soluble fiber snack when I wake up: usually dry corn pops, saltines or applesauce. I also use the acacia powder three times a day.

For the gas, I always drink herbal tea before every meal, and once again before bed. I take GasX before meals, and I keep hard candy peppermints with me at all times to suck on after meals.

Exercise is also extremely important for relieving the gas. I have a desk job, and on the days that I don't get up and move around, I am miserable at the end of the day. If you can't get outside to walk around the block or in your yard, try stretching and yoga postures a couple of times a day.

All of these things will help. It takes time, but you will get better!

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