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Living Easier with IBS
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items I was diagnosed with IBS (and later SIBO) and it completely changed how I approached food, stress, and everyday life. It’s been a lot of trial and error, but I’ve learned what actually helps me feel better. This list is everything that’s made managin...
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Cooking with IBS & SIBO
IBS-Friendly Foods & Snacks
Relief & Management
Resources
Cooking with IBS & SIBO
Cooking staples that don’t upset my stomach. Proof that you can eat well with IBS and SIBO.
If you were just recently diagnosed with IBS and SIBO, it is incredibly overwhelming. This book was really helpful and helped me navigate my meals.
The Low-FODMAP Diet for Beginners
This is the best garlic-infused olive oil for a low FODMAP diet. I was torn when I couldn’t have garlic but this substitute helps so much!
Fody Foods Garlic Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil
If you are sensitive to garlic, or just put on the low fodmap diet, this stuff is awesome as a garlic substitute!
Smoke n Sanity Essence of Garlic Salt - Low FODMAP
It is so hard to find a low fodmap pasta sauce without garlic & onion. This one from Fody is a great alternative.
Tomato Basil Sauce
One of my favorite sensitive pasta sauces from Walmart!
Rao's Homemade Sensitive Marinara Pasta Sauce
IBS-Friendly Foods & Snacks
My favorite safe-for-me foods that don’t cause chaos. Easy, gentle options for IBS and SIBO days.
Snacks and already-made food is so hard to come by on a Low FODMAP diet so these are a must have especially if you travel or always on the go!
Good Fod Foods Meat Stick Variety Pack
Great option for on the go! These are delicious & of course IBS and gut friendly
Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt Snack Bars
Taste so similar to regular salsa minus the garlic & onion!
Fody Foods Salsa Variety Pack
You can eat these with no worries at all! They are low FODMAP friendly and delicious.
GoMacro MacroBar Organic Vegan Protein Bars - Coconut + Almond Butter + Chocolate Chips
Relief & Management
Things that bring comfort when symptoms flare up and make a difference
Whenever I feel nauseous or have an IBS trigger, I take one of these for relief. I keep a small bottle in my purse and nightstand! They work wonders.
NOW Peppermint Gels with Ginger & Fennel Oils
Drinking peppermint tea after a meal helps with digestion for me. It also helps soothe my stomach when I have an IBS/SIBO flare up
Twinings Pure Peppermint Individually Wrapped Tea
This is a really good peppermint oil for gas and bloating relief
IBgard Daily Gut Health Support Dietary Supplement - 48ct
Incredibly helpful with digestive issues. Overall a staple for gut health!
Preservative Free Aloe Vera Juice, Inner Fillet
I just started using this for uncomfortable bloating and I actually noticed a difference. You can take them daily, but I have been taking them when I experience uncomfortable bloating. Perfect to keep in your purse!
Love Wellness Bye Bye Bloat, Bloating Relief for Women, Debloating Capsules, 60 Count
If you have IBS or SIBO, you 99% have uncomfortable gas… these are a lifesaver.
Equate Extra Strength Gas Relief Simethicone 125 mg Softgels
Resources
These are my favorite books, podcasts, and resources I’ve used from while figuring out how to live well with IBS and SIBO.
The FODMAP diet was critical for me when I began my IBS and SIBO journey. I printed these out on my fridge and would look back at them when shopping for groceries and going out to eat. The difference the FODMAP diet made for me was incredible.
FODMAP Diet: What You Need to Know
This book honestly will change your life. Super easy read and helpful when trying to understand your health and gut
Healthy Gut, Healthy You: Personalized Plan
This is a super helpful article if you were just diagnosed or know someone on a low FODMAP journey!
Getting Started on the Low FODMAP Diet: Elimination Phase