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·I am IBS-D. Suffered from major depression and anxiety attacks as a result. I simply got fed up with everything and decided to do everything I could to feel better - and now, I am feeling "normal". First thing I did was change my diet - went on restriction diet - brown rice pasta, poached chicken/fish, boiled (to death) carrots. I also introduced Caltrate Plus at every meal and L-Glutamine (500 mg 4 times a day). Slowly, I introduced new foods (parmesan cheese on pasta, a little butter of carrots, sweet potatoe, squash, BBQ chicken, etc etc) After about six weeks of taking it easy, I can now cheat and feel OK. Yesterday I had a slice of pizza, a chocolate brownie, a cup of coffee and some chips. I total pig fest! I have been cheating now on a regular basis and nothing bad has happened. I will still try to eat a healthy diet 90% of the time - but I can honestly say that 2 months ago, I never thought I would be able to do all this. And the best thing - I don't have to take any Caltrate or L-Glutamine!!!I just thought I would tell people some good news - there is hope - take is slow and help your bowel to heal with a restricted diet - then slowly introduce foods. For whatever reason, "orange" fruits/veggies are good for my stomach (peaches, nectarines, squash, carrots, sweet potatoes). Still have not tried citrus fruits, but that's OK - I can do without them. I finally feel great - my confidence is back and I feel like I can conquer the world. My husband and I are trying to work things out (we were going to separate) - this IBS almost destroyed me and my life but I won't let it!I also want to urge people that are suffering from anxiety attacks and/or depression to seek help. I am on Paxil for severe depression, which I know plays a big role in my "recovery". I have no side effects on the Paxil (a little upset stomach and dizziness for the 1st 2 weeks, but it went away). You do not have to suffer!!! It works and I actually wake up happy now (I used to wake up in tears). I am back to my old self again. (I am also seeing a therapist - the absolute best thing I have ever done). Don't be too proud to take meds or see a therapist - there is help - don't be too proud or stubborn to seek it.I hope this gives some encouragement to people out there. Of course, I still never leave home with Immodium, I at least I'm leaving the house again. And I also know that if I have a relapse, that it will be temporary, AND I WILL GET BETTER!!! We are all stronger than we give ourselves credit for. We can survive!!