Hi ladies

what brands do you all use of almond milk or do you make your own and how do you make it if so.

Considering Oprah's major, far-reaching influence on people, I plan to write a persuasive letter to her in hopes that she will devote a show to the many people with chronic pain and little known conditions like IC.  Recently she had Montel Williams on who spoke about his MS, and poignantly so about the difficulties of being in pain every day, and she had some brief stories from cancer survivors.  I felt it was an excellent first step but so much more could be done to bring awareness to the larger issue.  Since ignorance seems to be behind a lot of it, I think

hey all. i think i just need to vent a little, this seems to be the only place i can go where people listen and reach out with care. im REALLY struggling right now with everything emotionally and physcially.its hard to face the reality of the situation an not think this is just a bad''nightmare''. im just soo tired of being sick, i want to get well so fast but i know this is going to take some time.im having to work a full time job 12 hour days on my feet alot and i just feel like im breaking down.

Anyone get constipated on ther period? I was doing so good finally I was having a BM every day just one but i felt like I was finally getting somewhere. Then wam I got my period and everything stoped no more bm's and all my symptoms get bad again. I am only on day 2 of my period and normally it will last 7-8 days I am hoping that I am not backed up the intire time. such a bumber.

hey all. i was wondering how everyone does with their bowel movements? anyone struggling still or are there getting better since treatment?i seem to be struggling still going about everyother day, hoping they get better

hey guys. does anyone else feeling like they r carrying around a bowling ball? somedays my belly/bladder look so big and heavy. i notice it alot when im standing i have to like hold my belly or my back and i feel like a pregnant lady. i also feel some pressure. has anyone had this and gotten better and how long till it went away? thanks!

I'd love to connect in person with other ICers going through Matia's treatment... if you're in the LA area, even if you don't "do" the support group / blog thing, would you be open to just hanging out, talking, having a friend who can relate and understand.  I'm in Sherman Oaks and on Matia's program for 3 months.

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hey everyone,

I have started list one this week and was wondering what prepared food you have found for list one.  It states that prepared foods with canola oil is acceptable to eat.  I would love to find something prepared other than rice cakes LOL.