I finally feel I can manage my symptoms with confidence.

I finally feel I can manage my symptoms with confidence

Joining the Take Control Programme was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life. That may sound like an exaggeration, but I’ve lived with ibs for so long, (I’m 67) putting up with the feeling of fear, anxiety, stress and pain when I had to step outside of my home for work, travel, socialising. Dreading the bloat and oncoming pain which meant the embarrassment of finding a toilet to rush to. Hoping no one was there.

So I came across you on Instagram and followed you for a while. You understood. You suffered this yourself. And I took the plunge and joined the course.

I never understood what was happening to my gut before or why and how certain foods triggered symptoms. Also how lifestyle choices could impact my gut brain axis. But the Take Control Programme takes you through each stage of going back to a low FODMAP base level and reintroducing slowly potential trigger foods. Therefore recognising which foods to avoid and how to manage your diet and lifestyle moving forward.

I just want to tell someone out there suffering, if you’re thinking “shall I do it?” Do it!! Take part in the course. I’m moving forward with so much more knowledge, understanding and confidence that I can finally manage my symptoms.