Hi I'm new here!
#20324 - 09/11/03 12:03 PM
|
|
|
StephS
Reged: 09/11/03
Posts: 2123
|
|
|
Hello everyone. I have had IBS for as long as I can remember! I was diagnosed with it 15 month's ago. But have had it from the age of 5. I'm 24 now. I really hope that I can get better following Heather's plan! I want my life back!!! I have a lot to learn about the diet and I'm sure I'll be asking lot's of questions!! Take care!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Hi Steph -
Welcome to the boards. (We are the same age!) I am sure you will find Heather's diet terrific. It is amazing what the triggers are.
When I started I thought it was only greasy food but it's so much more than that.
I am sure you will start feeling better soon. If you can I would really suggest getting Heather's books. They are wonderful. I actually just got the First Year with IBS. I bought the cook book first and they are both worth the money.
Anyways - nice to have you join us - enjoy the boards!
-------------------- Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
HI Lana!
I do have Heather's cook book and I'm going to get her first year book today! I'm so happy to have come across this. Finally something that seems to be working for people. I feel like Dr's. at least the one's I went to don't know much about IBS. They never told me about the different fiber's. Thanks for your thoughts!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Hi StephS, I'm new here too and soooo glad I found this place. My doctor didn't tell me squat about IBS so, I've learned everything from here. Everyone is really nice and helpful too. Also, if you are looking for food ideas DEFINATLY check out the recipe area. I can hardly wait to cook some of them. Anyway, take care and Eat safe!
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
I completely understand your feelings on the doctors (and I think there is a few more around here too). They really didn't seem to know much about it.
I am going to have to get a copy of the book for my doctor so they will start to help people.
Once again, welcome abroad.
-------------------- Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Hi Steph! I am new too and SO glad to have found this board and Heather's books.
One thing I would suggest about the diet is this: if you are not used to eating soy, be a little careful as it can cause gas. Add the soy to your diet gradually and take beano with it. I had trouble with soy milk in particular, but things like Luna Bars and Soy Crisps (both are fabulous, btw) are much easier to manage.
Also, Veggie Slices and "Better than Cream Cheese" are some great non-dairy cheeses that you can get at Trader Joes and health stores.
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Thanks Ash!
That's helpful.Can you get the luna bars at the grocery store?
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
I'm not sure what you are asking!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
ash have you tried preleif pills for acid food? welcome to the board. japer
-------------------- ive had ibs for 8 years now. im learning alot on this web board. thanks again everyone
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
StephS
#20443 - 09/12/03 05:21 AM
|
|
|
BL
Reged: 06/01/03
Posts: 3522
|
|
|
I think Barbara was directing that comment to me when it said "BL" (short for Beaglelover). (I know, it's a little confusing with us using these abbreviations.) I was just commenting on how young all the newbies seem to be. StephS, you are only 24 and then Lana Marie said she is the same age. (Yes, that does make me feel old, Barbara!) I'm 44 with 17- and 18-year-old sons. Gosh, I COULD be StephS's or Lana Marie's mother! But then, they probably don't pick up their clothes off the floor either. So, I'll pass on "adopting" more children---- although a daughter to go shopping with might be nice. Honestly, age doesn't matter. We all have IBS in common. I just don't feel old, until I hear these twenty-somethings give their age!
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Opps, sorry I was directing that towards Beaglelover.
Welcome to the board and hope you find this a helpful place to come to.
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Hey now! I can clean up my clothes off the floor - I am so much more mature than that! LOL
I have to pick up the clothes at my house because my husband definately doesn't do it! LOL
Age definately doesn't matter though, you're right!
-------------------- Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
ok!!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Actually I clean all day I'm a stay at home mom with a crazy, loud 5 yr boy!! And I have a sassy 2 yr old girl. Needless to say they keep me very busy!! They make the biggest messes! I want a maid!!! I'll keep dreaming!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Hi welcome to the board. I am relatively new as well. Hope you find some useful information from this site.
Kim
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
LOL - You really can't offend me! I totally know you were kidding LOL.
-------------------- Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Oh you didn't offend me!! I'm just like you tired of cleaning up after my kids! I guess I better get used to it. My kids are still young. That means the next 16 years I'll be cleaning!! But I really love being a stay at home mom (well most of the time ) As for you wanting a girl to go shopping with....I take my little one she's 2 yrs old and a handfull!! I can tell she is going to be lots of fun to shop with. I think she will make be broke!!! Take care!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Safeway and Fred Meyer both carry them. They are dairy-free and wheat-free and SO yummy.
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|
|
Oh you didn't offend me!! I'm just like you tired of cleaning up after my kids! I guess I better get used to it. My kids are still young. That means the next 16 years I'll be cleaning!! But I really love being a stay at home mom (well most of the time ) As for you wanting a girl to go shopping with....I take my little one she's 2 yrs old and a handfull!! I can tell she is going to be lots of fun to shop with. I think she will make be broke!!! Take care!
--------------------
Print
Remind Me
Notify Moderator
|