I have had GI issues for a good 15 years. Up and down. From reasonably ok to bed ridden for months. My last issue had me in bed for 2 weeks. Could barely eat. I was told about ModifyHealth and already understood a lot about the Low FODMAP diet. But being able to not only order fresh meals shipped to my house, but to be able to work with a GI dietitian, Christine, I have gone from massively bloated and burping nonstop to having a flat stomach and nearly no gas within 2-3 weeks time! I’ve missed out on SO many kids sports, events, parties, family birthdays, i couldn’t even count. We have an Ohio State vs Michigan party every year at this time for the big football game. Many years we have cancelled it or just not even planned it. This year i was fully able to plan the party and have all of our friends and family over for it! ModifyHealth has truly been a life changer/saver for me. Absolutely priceless!

 

How were digestive issues impacting your day-to-day life before you began the ModifyHealth program? I was affected a lot. Burping constantly. You cannot even work in an office (thankfully i work from home and go on mute a LOT during my meetings). Stomach bloat was so bad i couldn’t wear jeans. Sick in bed, often.

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? It’s made a WORLD of difference! I’m attending all of my kids sports, not missing out on family things, able to do most anything I want now!

 

I was afraid to eat things at parties. I never wanted to go out to eat. I hated how bad my gas smelled in public. I had to RUN to the bathroom in the middle of class (I am a teacher), and I felt TERRIBLE for anyone that went in there after me.

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? I can eat out with confidence! I’m not afraid to tell people about any restrictions I have. I am less embarrassed to ask for certain dietary needs. I can go to parties or cook for people and choose what is safe for me. I don’t always have to be near a bathroom!

 

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I also now know how much of an impact stress and my period have on my IBS. I know I need to prepare for those things and give myself grace during those times to avoid more flare ups.

I suffered from bloating, constipation and fatigue. It was a struggle to complete every day tasks such as getting dressed. Additionally, walking the dog and exercise was especially difficult.

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? Since participating in ModifyHealth I'm aware of the foods that disrupt my stomach. Eating the ModifyHealth meals was not only convenient but made me feel better. I no longer had IBS symptoms and my inflammation in my knees disappeared. Not only was my doctor pleased with my recent lab results but I lost weight.

 

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I realized that sticking with the ModifyHealth meal plans is the best option for me. It takes the guess work out of figuring out whats safe to eat and it is best for my overall health and well being.

It was recommended that I try a low-FODMAP diet for my GI issues. I looked at doing this before ModifyHealth and felt it would be impossible. However, this program allowed me to try the diet and experience what it was like to feel better for the first time in years. It is well worth the cost, and decreased the difficulty tremendously.

 

How were digestive issues impacting your day-to-day life before you began the ModifyHealth program? I could often be found in a ball at home, holding something to my stomach, in an effort to reduce the pain. I often couldn't eat, and going out to eat was not my idea of a good time with friends. I work as a therapist and would often pray that I would make it to the end of the session without a problem, due to the urgency of the GI distress I experienced. I was miserable.

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? When I do go out socially, I am not miserable, and can enjoy spending time with people I care about. I am no longer having to sit in my chair essentially holding my stomach during sessions and do not have to worry about getting to the end of the session without an issue. I am able to be more productive in my life as I am not in constant pain.

 

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I just want other people to know that this is so worth doing. I did not realize the extent of my misery until I was not in constant pain.

 

How were digestive issues impacting your day-to-day life before you began the ModifyHealth program? My symptoms would come on in the evening time, generally when my husband would come home from work. My go to would be to lay on the couch and watch him enjoy time with our boys. But because I feel better, I get to jump in on it too!

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? I can engage more with my kids during the day instead of spending so much time prepping and researching what food items I can/can’t have.

 

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I’m thankful to feel like I have knowledge and power to live a different life than the symptom heavy one I felt trapped in.

I had been having a LOT of pain with my IBS-D. My doctor recommended trying the low FODMAP diet. I am busy and single, so cooking healthy - let alone a new and confusing meal plan was just too much for me. ModifyHealth has been a godsend because of that. Healthy, low FODMAP foods that are vacuum-sealed arrive every week. I toss one into the microwave and 2 minutes later it's ready to eat. It couldn't be simpler. My pain is not quite gone, but it is GREATLY improved. Best decision I have made. Do it!

 

How were digestive issues impacting your day-to-day life before you began the ModifyHealth program? Sometimes I had pain so bad that I really couldn't work because it was tough to stand or do anything other than curl up in a ball. Now, much, much better.

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? Pain is not quite gone - but it is 100x better. My diarrhea is gone. I'm having NORMAL bowel movements again. That alone makes this worth it!

 

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I was concerned about the cost of the food - it's more than I would normally pay. However, before I had to go to the store and spend time shopping, looking at the ingredients, then spend time at home preparing the food. Now I don't spend that time. That to me made up the difference in the cost and made this a no-brainer for this busy single lady!

I highly recommend for someone experiencing GI issues to consider trying the Low-FODMAP program. ModifyHealth has been one of the keys to my success. Knowing that ModifyHealth has already done the research to prepare a delicious, nutritious meal that is well packaged has greatly reduced the stress of figuring out the right foods to eliminate.

 

How were digestive issues impacting your day-to-day life before you began the ModifyHealth program? For me, the issues that I was experiencing before using ModifyHealth were loose stools, bloating, gas and general discomfort. I was constantly in the restroom when I would go out and just had no idea of the impact of eating certain foods and the effect it was having on my health.

 

What difference has participating in the ModifyHealth program made in your day-to-day life? Since joining ModifyHealth and receiving meals as well as a personal dietitian, I have learned so much about eating better as it relates to improving my gut health. I have made it through the elimination phase and ready to begin introducing items from the various food groups back in.

 

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I’ve struggled with GI issues my entire life and tried everything from taking Imodium to various probiotics with little success. I’ve also seen huge improvements to my gut health by going on a Whole Food Plant-Based diet with huge improvements but not until now have I realized that eating nutritious isn’t enough. Now, I realize that there are still foods that while they may be healthy, may not necessarily good for my gut health.