IBS, Anxiety and Me | Jo Coates

The one where I ramble on for a good 14 minutes about my struggle with anxiety and IBS and how they both aggravate each other. It's a battle that I'm intent on winning.
So sit back, pop the top button on your skinny jeans, let your stomach relax and gently stretch it out with me. #NotJustIBS
Got any questions about IBS? Drop them below.
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[@cecilydavis263]

I have struggled with IBS and Anxiety to where it would control my life and that I would stress out so bad if I wasn't in control over a situation and I didn't know where bathrooms were, I would make myself go into a panic and I would keep myself at the house. Listening to you and what helps you has been amazing to me. Thank you!

[@tanyastone1789]

Watching and listening to your story actually make me feel less anxious and not so different! And Jo you are stunning!

[@JoCoates]

I'm so glad it helped you Tanya! And thanks for the lovely compliment! X

[@MatthewChidester]

I think this video deserves a comment.. good video - nice to know I'm not the only one out there dealing with gut issues/anxiety.. getting IBS attacks in public sucks! :( Thanks for sharing :)

[@JoCoates]

Hi Matthew! Thanks for your comment. You are definitely not alone with your IBS and anxiety and I definitely think they go hand in hand. Jojo

[@tracyiredale8533]

i have the both as well and have had them since college 25 years ago. now sometimes the pain is so severe with ibs i have to go to hospital for control. i feel your pain. good luck and take care - im with you every step!

[@facetattgaming269]

I ben dealing with it for 5 years and it sucks. Wen I have ibs it flares my anxiety up so bad or opposite. even wen I feal like I have beat anxiety then I have a ibs flare up it brings it back

[@ybarhoom1834]

I have IBS & anxiety bloating constipation. Since 8 years and im suffering every day and im married and and i work as i IT ENGINEER and my work is stressful and effecting my health mentally and emotionally and physically, i think about quitting work but there is no other income so im feeling so confused and worried. Thank for your video your not alone.

[@JoCoates]

Hi! Thanks so much for your comment. You are definitely not alone and I have been exactly where you are now. First up, have you been to the doctors for testing? Secondly have you tried following the low-FODMAP diet (I roughly follow but best to do alongside a nutritionist's advice)? A lot of people have found the diet helps their stomach. Have you also tried any form of meditation as this most definitely helps me keep my cool.

[@ShahzaibKhan-cp3di]

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[@ShahzaibKhan-cp3di]

help me

[@PPOJ]

always have a hot water bottle,eat nuts n reduce ur food portion

[@IEJ932]

Ur videos are so helpful! I have both ibs and anxiety and teachers at my school know about it but do you have any tips on how to tell people about it as I find it really hard to talk about! Only family and a few close friends know about my anxiety and ibs (ibs especially) ? Maybe u could make a video about it or just a reply would be great! Thankyou X