'At Home with Helen' Dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome...
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- čas přidán 18. 07. 2023
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I thought long and hard about sharing this video, but I can't be the only one who struggles with IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome..... In today's video I share some practical solutions for dealing with the more embarrassing side effects of this horrible condition.
Obviously, we should all be aware of our own bodies, do the tests that come through and see the Dr if we are in the least bit worried about anything, or notice changes in a bowel habits.
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1/4 cup citirc acid
35 drops of essential oils (whatever you prefer)
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Instructions in the video.....
Home made Poo Pourri:
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1tsp rubbing alcohol
1tsp of dish soap
20/30 drops of essential oils
Instructions in the video.....
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Instructions in the video.....
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I had IBS for most of my adult life, so I fully understand your video. I found out have weeks of listing my food intake that onions were my main problem. So when cooking I now use onion granules. ( it is the actual onion I could not eat) it does make it difficult when eating out. Back in 2011 I was told I had Bowel Cancer which had spread to my liver. I was given palliative treatment. As you are reading this 12 years I am cancer free. So please keep checking. Don’t expect to see blood in your poo. I never did.
I had bowel cancer in my early 40’s had half of my bowel removed, find some foods very tricky like you especially onions I use the onion powder too.
Ive just started watching a parasite group on fb that says they cause illness including cancer. We used to self medicate with castor oil to rid us of parasites. Nowadays there is too much cancer around. Food for thought.
I have IBS and a undiagnosed urgency issue. This got so bad earlier this year I wouldn’t go out anymore. It would start with serve pain and I would have a very short time frame to get to the loo. And unfortunately I didn’t always make it. Mortifying. Thank you for talking about it
I have episodes of bad cramp before bowel movements it's almost like there is a little blockage. What helps me is a a little sqatting stool in front toilet and just relax for several minutes manage my belly
Hello, Dearest Helen.
What wonderful tips and tricks you have for us suffers today. I've lost count how many times my pain has crippled me. You clench so hard in fear of what will happen. Thank you for sharing, darling. Toots
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I went to see my GP a few weeks ago as my symptoms had become so bad, i couldn't go for a walk without needing my other half to collect me in the car, i literally couldn't move for fear of having an accident. I had tried all sorts and said I'm sure chemicals in food have a lot to do with it. He agreed and advised i do the low FODMAP for 6 weeks before adding food groups back into my diet to see what i can tolerate. 4 weeks in and so much better 😊. He also said write down any stresses and try to eliminate these. His final advice - make all meals from scratch, like our parents did
I am very pleased that you are having an improvement of symptoms, it's debilitating to be always fearful of attacks. I don't want to suggest anything injurious but I hv started drinking Kéfir and taking probiotic plain yoghurt and having oats for breakfast. It seems to be improving my symptoms if that is any help. I wish you continued health.
My consultant suggested managing it with Immodoum before i eat. I also keep off anything that might give me an attack for 24 hours before i leave the house. It does mean managing life in a way others never think about.
As a long-term IBS-D sufferer thank you for your video. My son emigrated to Canada recently with my 2 grandchildren and if I wanted to see them all I had to face the 9-hour flight and 7-hour car journey to visit them. I take Loperamide (on prescription) to enable me to live as "normal" a life as possible and during my trip to Canada I took over 60 of these tablets so I could "safely" go on day trips with the grandkids and go for occasional meals, along with a poo pourri spray for the plane journey from Amazon. Coped for the visit, had to get my system back to just 2 tablets per day which took a while 😐 and am fed up with having to live my life around where the toilets are! ! I'm careful what I eat, bland food is best. Really grateful to you Helen, you are such a great help to your Hel's Belles. 😍
That’s what I tend to eat, bland foods. I’m the same when I visit my son and Granddaughters. Strange how we have so many similarities but never talk about them.
@@margopaton3240 Yes it certainly is, I've been in all the situations Helen spoke about and know I can't be the only one! IBS-D is the medical profession's blanket title for not really knowing what's wrong with us 🤨 I do socialise as much as I can, I'm 75 now and a coffee or lunch with family and friends is the norm for me (apart from the Canada trip!!!) but have to plan carefully with food the day before an outing and extra tablets on the day. That's how I cope with my symptoms.
Just the fact that you felt compelled to make this video is proof positive to me that you deserve the viewership you’ve experienced since you began your channel. Your content knows no bounds and is driven and influenced as much by serving the community that gathers here as it is by your own desire to do well--- lovely how harmoniously it all works-- we all win!❤
I’m sure lots of Hel’sBelles will find this of interest. Well done you 👏 xxx
Fellow sufferer here. I will not go to a restaurant or stay at anyones home, don t like travelling incase an attack comes on, out of nowhere. My symptoms range from Chronic constipation to lets just say a violent case of explosive évacuation 💥 and its so random, a gurgling cramp then literally hv to run to the loo! I have however started taking a lot more fibre and drinking Kefir and probiotic yoghurts and Magnésium. This seems to be improving the situation but its difficult knowing what the trigger is. The condition started in my mid 40s so its been 10 years and I never talk about it. Its great to read the comments and know that we are not alone. Thanks Helen.
I suffered from IBS for many years but since I retired 10 years ago it has completely gone, with me it was most definitely caused by stress I did have a very stressful job. Thank you for sharing this information with us it is a subject that must be spoken about.
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Thank you for this. Long time sufferer here. Mine is definately brought on by nerves and stress.
Both my partner and I have been on a plant based diet for almost 20 years and neither have any issues with this. We are in our mid sixties. Think it’s good not to be putting extra work on our bodies processing meat, dairy etc. best wishes to Helen and others suffering from IBS. Cheers.
You’re very brave Helen talking about your struggles it is a hard subject to talk about. Yes we do get embarrassed but EVERYONE does it, I don’t have IBS or any other stomach troubles but used to get extremely embarrassed going for a poo if I was on like a caravan holiday with family members (close quarters and all that!) I used to line the toilet water so the splash wasn’t so obvious or run the tap or shower. Thanks again for your openness xx
Well done Helen, for your honesty and openness.
Here's my story: As a regular meat eater, curiosity led me to go vegan for a 21 day experiment.. After 10 days on vegan diet, my horrific bowel issues of alternating constipation, diarrhoea and persistent haemorrhoids (even after surgery) vanished. I'm a nurse and was flabbergasted by the dramatic changes. Still a vegan 3 years later and wished I had changed 30 years ago and saved myself years of un-necessary suffering,💞
Amazingly I had exactly the opposite happen to me. I was vegetarian and vegan for 30 years and suffered from IBS all the time, in the last few years having severe pain at night too. On searching for a cure I stopped eating wheat with immediate benefit, then stopped eating all grains. I then gradually eliminated all other plant material, having found out that fibre is unnecessary. Not only did stomach issues go away but also arthritis, rheumatism, headaches etc. I suspect it wasn't the meat you were eating but other food stuffs with iffy ingredients and going vegan has helped by eliminating them but as time goes on you will find that you are just not getting enough nourishment from your diet. I recommend Dr. Ken Berry for a starter for health advice.
Helen , Dr.Berg has videos on his channel about IBS. My Father died of Colon cancer when I was a teenager. I was plagued with stomach and bowel issues as I got older. Dr. Berg changed my life after following his advice regarding diet which is so important . I thankfully no longer have any issues.
Very brave sharing this Helen! Xx
Hi Helen this vlog is amazing for being so transparent and open about bowels.... we need to stop poo being taboo.
Lets keep sending that message from the wonderful Dame Debra James.
You are a diamond for sharing this Helen. Thank you. ❤
Great job Helen! Thank you
Thanks for talking about this subject Helen. I well remember the late Lynn Faulds Wood, wife of John Stapleton (both journalists and presenters) and she had bowel problems. She was determined to talk about it on TV so people suffering in silence would know she was a fellow sufferer and encourage people to be open and use the words that weren't generally used in 'polite' conversation. She was a trooper and battled her illness for many years. Lots of love and keep well. ❤
Wow thats a memory Lynn Faulds Wood i remember her face well a slim lady with quite straight shoulder length hair.
I remember her too. She definitely made an impact at the time, and was an early crusader for talking about bowel issues. Many years later and I am suffering myself and fairly open about how bad the issue has become for me. I think it is important to explain so that people know I am having a bad day, especially at work. Things have become so bad for me that I have spare clothes in my car.
Brilliantly done Helen, thank you x
Excellent video, Helen....very helpful.
Much respect Helen ❤
Thank you for being so frank, keep well ❤
Thank you Helen for sharing this problem and solutions with us. Love xx
Thank you so much for having the courage to share this. We can all relate in some way. ❤
Thank you Helen, brilliant and as always with your touch of humour xx
I have joined today Helen after enjoying your programmes for a while. In my 70s takes me a while to sort things !
I have had colitis since 1980 and it had coloured my life. Travel is difficult and I never eat if I am going out. Dread wedding invites. I am same as you, can drink water and be bad. Have a fry up... Rare... And be ok. Never worked it out. So many stories. I also say like you, my stomach is bad.
A comfort for me to hear you get it and others, I've always felt so alone.
Thank you and for your wonderful site.
From Dartmoor Devon
Chrissie xx
Thank you Helen for todays honest and brave conversation. I just love what you do on your channel , it’s real and relevant..🙏
Dear Helen, i love you and your perspective of life.
I am not an Ibs person, but have bowel pockets wich make life difficult. We and all humans with problems with poo know how essential toilets are. So thanks for this its liberating for us.❤
Thank you for all you information 😊
Lovely video Helen.
Thank you so much for this Helen, as a sufferer myself I really appreciate you raising awareness as well as sharing very helpful tips 😊
It's great to be so open and honest. Helps so many others.
No, you're not the only one Helen. I can relate. Thanks for sharing
Appreciate your honesty in dealing with this subject Helen. Couldn't have been easy for you. Never commented before but just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your channel. You come across so well on camera, honest and relatable. ❤ xx
Thank you Helen for this videoI have found it so helpful.......not many people would discuss this problem so this has been brilliant x
Thank you for sharing your great IBS tips Helen, so good to talk and be open about these topics.
I’m not a sufferer myself but I’ve certainly had some embarrassing experience’s when I’ve had a tummy bug. Thank you for sharing 😊
The hoover look fab too xx
God bless you & may your channel continue to grow beyond your expectations!
Hellooooo Helen,yes well done for talking about this subject,which most people shy away from.We have all been there and sometimes still go there !.Thanks for your advice and great content.x
Thank you so much Helen...you definitely are not alone! Just saying thank you doesn't seem like enough, but this is truly a wonderful video and so very much appreciated! Well done! I'm so very proud to be a Hel's Belle! You are a lovely lady! Lots of love Kathy x 💖💖
Helen Thankyou for being so real that’s what I like about your podcast you are a beautiful person talking about real situations we all have 😊
Well done Helen for highlighting this very common problem for so many of us Xx
Just fabulous Helen! Thank you so so much for being so open and honest ! ...lets all be a bit more open and celebrate the wonder of us all being human with human functions xx
Well done Helen for being so open and honest about the 💩 issues.
Great video, thanks for sharing your experience and all the tips that help to deal with it.
It’s like chatting with a friend .
Take care Helen. Keep the videos coming xx
Bravo Helen - enjoyed the video very much. Thank you for the tips - brilliant ideas. I am sure you have helped a lot of people with this video. It all came over as a very normal, natural conversation - which is what is needed. Your so good at making people feel at ease - especially on sensitive issues. Xx
Bravo to you Helen for covering this. I’ve got it but symptoms are just loads of flatulence, i.e. farting 😳 (very embarrassing). I’m old now but got to know my digestive system with the years & what foods to avoid. Anything that ferments + red meat. I’m also reading that UPF book. The food industry has a lot to answer for. Keep up the good work whether it’s fashion, cooking or talking about poo 😊.
You are so right, About the food industry. The US is less regulated than Europe as far as additives.
Yes. It’s a sad fact that money rules EVERYTHING. Got to be extra smart to survive these days. Big Pharma and Big Food Industry go hand in hand 😮.
Helen, well done 👏 everything you said was exactly me. Its horrible!
Excellent video Helen, thanks for sharing❣️💕🥰🙋🏼♀️🌹
I appreciate you addressing this topic, it was helpful. It is also comforting to know others deal with stomach troubles also.
Helen, thank you so much for this video, and I'm sorry that you suffer in this way.
Whilst not a sufferer myself, I can see the value of this compassionate video, and I imagine that so many people will find it such a help.
Your comments on Japan are very thought provoking.
Thank you again 🌹
So glad you have talked about IBS, as many people don't because of embarrassment!! So many people suffer with this and I feel sure you have helped them Helen in making this vlog. I will be sending this vlog to someone I know who suffers from it. Thank you. TTFN
Thank you Helen ,for the tips for the bathroom and talking about the subject nobody talks about
Most helpful Helen. Its a horrible 'thing' but so common. Your video was most informative and helpful with your practical tips. Thank you so much ❤
Very helpful video for people who struggle with IBS thanks Helen.
Helen I love your honesty and sharing this. I’m not a sufferer but I know people who are and I will tell them to listen to your video. Thank you for doing this.💖
That's been most helpful Helen, my ibs has got worse lately through stress. It's good to know your not alone. Love your channel.
Thanks for sharing Helen. Some really good ideas for natural cleaning and fragrance ideas. Will certainly be trying those. ❤
Well done you for tackling this subject that affects so many of us, and you're right in saying we should talk more openly about it. I'm convinced that processed foods are a huge contributor to the problem too, so will be interested to read more about microbiomes. Great tips about the fragrances! Xx
Well done Helen, what a really helpful and informative video tonight. I too am relieved at times when someone turns on the hand dryer. Will definitely try out all your recipes. Thank you. Take care xx
Fantastic video Helen,thank you so much for doing this. I can relate to every single problem that you have spoken about, as I have Crohn's disease with IBS just to top it off! I felt a little less isolated watching this video and reading the comments knowing that I'm not alone has made all the difference. Pelican Healthcare do an amazing mint spray, especially for bowel "emissions". Btw, you are more than entitled to use loos for the disabled as they now have signs to say "not all disabilities are visible" Thank you Helen X 1000 🥰
for this wonderful video
Well doneHelen for sharing this very common topic and for your great little helpers. I have had it for most of my life and went gluten and dairy free about ten years ago and it’s made a massive difference. Thanks again and good health to you x
Thanks so much for sharing your story. You are definitely not alone. I have microscopic colitis and the struggle is real. So happy your Mum is doing well with her diagnosis. Take care. Blessings from California XXX
Thank you Helen. Very informative and interesting video to say the least. Love all the recipes for sure and they were so easy to make. Thank you again. Trinidad 🇹🇹
Thank you for being so open about this. I’ve had IBS for years and have had some really embarrassing moments so really get it. Love your ideas!
Helen,really appreciate your very honest chat about stomach issues. My son in law suffers from Ulcerative colitis so I understand all the difficulties you mentioned. This has been very helpful and informative for many sufferers, I'm sure. Thank you so much for your honesty and for being you.
Thank you so much Helen for talking about this very embarrassing problem. I can relate to everything that you said. This is by far the most awful disease to have. Great tips by the way. Thank you ❤
Can certainly relate to what you say it’s so embarrassing especially on holiday on out-in an evening. The pain can be excruciating. Great tips thank you for sharing 😊😊
Well done! The more open we are, the better things will become in terms of helping each other
Hi Helen, very hard subject to approach I’ve had IBS for a number of years I think some of your tips will be so useful. Thankyou for sharing. 😊
Helen, you really are a breath of fresh air (pardon the pun). You always talk so openly and honestly. I could listen to you all day long. Your tips and advice is fantastic. Thankfully, I am not a sufferer but I do feel for you.
Well done on talking about this, I have longstanding IBS-C and my hubby has diverticular disease so we know all about bowel issues in our household and the effect it can have when you have a flare up. Very helpful tips. I do remember the Shake and Vac advert and your rendition was spot on 😂. I have cats and am also very aware of potential smells from litter tray!
You have such wonderful ideas. I’ve had a dodgy ‘stomach’ for a few years now. But, recently I’ve been caught out twice after eating out and had to run to the loo. It is a nightmare and can be very embarrassing. Thank you for talking so openly about it. 😊
Thank you Helen ❤
Well said Helen 👏🏻 a great video and I love the T shirt ❤️
Thanks so much xx
Well done Helen👏👏👏 the more open we are about sensitive subjects the easier it is to cope with them, I have a friend who has ibs and it definitely helps to talk.. A very interesting vlog thank you 💕
Thank you , you are such a lovely lady .
Great video xx
Thank you so much Helen for talking about the Poo Taboo. My brother was hospitalised only last week for 5 days with a flare up of his ulcerative colitis which was diagnosed nearly 30 yrs ago when he was 32. Unfortunately my daughter was also diagnosed with the same 4 years ago when just 24. She manages so well and takes medication everyday but as you can imagine I was so upset especially with her being so young but so proud of her down to earth acceptance of this disease. The more people like you with a platform that brings taboo subjects out in the open, hopefully will mean a lot less embarrassment in the future. Many Thanks as always, like having a chat with a friend ❤
I think you did a great thing, and I love watching you,
Can totally relate, I too suffer with IBS had it since my early 20’s now 66, and like you I can eat something one day and I’m fine and then the opposite happens on another day, I do not eat the same thing in the same week, have learn’t not to do that through trial and error. Also find if I get anxious or stressed it gets worse. Anyway thanks so much for talking about it, it shouldn’t be a mute subject, it’s life as you say. Have a great weekend Helen 🇨🇦
I lord I do exactly the same and wait for hand dryer to go off or I just use the flush to make noise . Your honesty is exactly why I watch you plus you have a fabulous sense of humour so please keep making your videos x
Helen absolutely brilliant ⭐️🌟⭐️🌟
It is indeed life. I have suffered with IBS as well…more so when I was younger. I have had three colonoscopies over the years just to be sure nothing more serious is going on. Thanks for sharing.
A difficult and embrassing subject to talk about for a lot people who suffer from IBS. Well done Helen for talking through your experiences.
Congratulations Helen! Whether the problem is feet or bowels it’s a problem and sharing a problem helps.
Well done Helen, my sons girlfriend has just been diagnosed with IBS, she's in her thirties and really suffers. So listening to you today was very informative, and as you said, we all go to the loo! Thank you for your frank and honest chat. Love all of your videos, keep up the good work. Xx
Thanks for sharing this issue which is common for so many of us Helen. The urgency at times is frightening and the feeling of panic has left me shaking and feeling sick at times! I quite agree about our public toilets in this country, and my handbag contents are largely based around easing my discomfort, and endeavouring to remove smells as much as possible! And oh, how I identify with the embarrassment of the various noises and the pain waiting for someone to use a hand dryer or pulling their flush! I have always hated toilet humour from a young child, and I now know that it’s far beyond an joke, but, that said, we should all be more open! Well done and thank you for being so brave Helen xx
Great video, can relate to it very much.
I was diagnosed over 30 years ago with IBS and had lots of embarrassing moments . I no longer have caffeine and found that helps the number of attacks i get I also highly recommend taking Flaxseed everyday on a morning added to breakfast cereal this changed my life from having attacks almost every week to now maybe once in 3 months its well worth trying and works for me . I love you channel and thank you for talking about this and making lots of us feel like we are not the only ones .
Thankyou Helen for talking about a subject which I’ve always found embarrassing . I don’t suffer with IBS , but have difficulty going , & I will not use public or any toilets only my own . I had to have a colonoscopy last year . I was so embarrassed , but the NHS staff were so kind , at putting me at ease . You are truly an inspiration for making it all seem normal . & I loved your recipes for use in toilets. 🙏J
Hi Helen I really appreciate you doing this video I have IBS too.And you are right we should talk about it more. Love all your trikes I will be given them a go thanks. I just love all your hauls and your sweet mum so lucky to still have with all. I lost my mum when I was very young child so always say to my friends cherish your mother because you only have one xx
Thank you, it can really affect your life and get you down, all the great comments really help me to feel less alone with this issue. Brilliant subject thank you for being honest and open about this subject ❤️
Thanks for this Helen. I am a long time suffer of IBS and 'tummy issues', so think it's great that you're posting this, along with some helpful 'perfume' recipes. You are right, it is embarrassing subject but one that so many of us suffer from in varying degrees; so guess we should learn to talk more freely about it. Thank you. ❤
Thank you Helen for discussing this subject, the more we talk about it and share tips with each other takes the embarrassment out of it. I have used those toilet puri ( can’t remember the name ) but you spray it in the loo. They have been a life saver. 🙋🏾♀️
Well done Helen. These issues need to be discussed. We all are likely to be affected at some point. Or a family member will.I too live with IBS.One of the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Can be a nightmare. I am allergic to many foods.My diet very bland and boring. Its the only way i can deal with allergies. If i cross the boundary its hell.
Thank you for spreading awareness. We all need to be more courageous. Excellent. ♥️
I had ibs for years. It got better. I have the utmost respect for your honesty. We are all human.❤
Thank you for sharing this video Helen, I also suffer with IBS and know how embarrassing public toilets can be. ❤
Hi Helen thank you so much for this I also suffer and hate using public loos. Your tips on fragrance and recording running water are brilliant. Wow oh to live somewhere like Japan where you can still keep your dignity. Thank you so much for recording this I am very grateful and I am sure you will help lots of people who suffer x
I've also had IBS for years, struggled with it on many occasions too, so I can sympathise. Loved all your recipes for bathroom freshnere will be pinching these. Take care and thank you for sharing.
Hello Helen! Did the "Poo review", after Steph's packed lunch" promo. Also, have a Thyroid condition... Hey ho, one just gets on with it. Thanks for your promo,& enjoy your vlogs. ❤
Bravo Helen, thank you for talking about this. As a daily sufferer it's an great help to be more open about IBS. I am always surprised how many people there are with difficult bowel conditions.
Thank you, Helen. I’m so glad someone is talking about it. I tell everyone I’ve got a degree in bowels! Your Mum is the only other person I’ve heard of with collagenous colitis, bless her, I know how awful that can feel. My gastroenterologist said he recommends golden linseed to help with bowel problems over other OTC medicines and it’s really helped. 😊