Heather's Tummy Care & Help for IBS

We offer education, support, and products that allow people with IBS to successfully manage symptoms. Private IBS coaching with Heather is available.

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Herbs as medicine for IBS? Try anise (And technically anise is a spice, not an herb.)

The volatile oil anethol aids in the digestion of rich foods and settles the stomach

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IBS news flash. Insomnia common in IBS

And it worsens IBS symptoms

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Herbs as medicine for IBS? Yep. Ginger is a good one...

Ginger root, Zingiber officinale, is one of the best, especially for nausea and cramps.

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Try chamomile tea for IBS, especially at bedtime...

The idea that herbs are nature's medicines really applies to IBS

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IBS quick tip. Frying? Stick to non-stick!

Well-seasoned pans plus cooking oil spray = less fat to upset your gut

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Coffee. One of the worst IBS triggers. Even decaf...

I know this is a tough one, as there really is no substitute. But coffee is a huge gut irritant, and decaf is no better.

Details here https://t.co/D1fGV7khEk

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IBS is still dismissed by some people - even doctors - as a minor problem.

If you are having suicidal thoughts please reach out 24/7 to the 988 Lifeline or just call 988 (or text) on your phone.

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IBS restaurant tip. Going out to eat with friends?

Let them know you need a restaurant where you can actually eat the food.

You and your touchy tummy deserve consideration here.

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Mornings are rough on IBS. Try this... prevent, prepare, protect!

Mornings are hard on people with IBS, but these three steps can help.

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Hot and spicy foods on an IBS diet?

You might be surprised...

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IBS fast fact. Vitamin C is a huge gut irritant...

Cramps, pain, bloating, gas, urgency, diarrhea, heartburn in people who don't even have IBS.

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Have IBS questions? Here's 24/7 answers

You're just a click away from every IBS tip, news flash, recipe, podcast and deep dive!

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IBS rant and rave. It’s not you it’s them!

It’s not your IBS questions that are stupid. It's so many of the answers you're given...

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IBS news flash. FODMAP diet success depends on brain not just gut

Psychological factors played a major role...

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IBS quick tip. Do everything you can to physically remove or break down insoluble fiber in foods before you eat them.

How to do this? Always peel, skin, chop, blend, and/or cook fruits and vegetables.

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IBS news flash. FODMAP diet success depends on brain not just gut

New research shows the effectiveness of a low-FODMAP diet for IBS doesn’t come down to food alone, but also how the gut and brain work together.

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End your day with laughter to help your gut

And not just because if you're not laughing about IBS you're crying...

Laughter is like a reset button for your gut.

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IBS quick tip. Color me surprised!

Colors can subtly influence how fast you eat, how much you eat, and even how your body feels while eating.

Learn how to use this to your gut’s advantage - https://t.co/cSoGL2B7iE

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On April 19th, the global community will unite for World IBS Day 2026.

This is a day dedicated to the millions of individuals navigating the daily challenges of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. (That’s us!)

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IBS fast fact. The economic cost of IBS is huge

An $1.5–2 billion annually in the US healthcare system alone

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