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Let me ask you something. What is it that Tyra Banks, Camille Grammar and Cybil Sheppard all have in common? They all suffer from irritable bowel syndrome - along with about 20% of the rest of the population, according to recent studies.

I am the IBS Diva. I say having irritable bowel syndrome need not be a death sentence. There are ways to cope not only, but to thrive and live a happy, healthy life. Yes, I know, may be a bit embarrassing at times - always in search of the nearest bathroom every time we go out, stand in the middle of the film and only eat certain foods.

IBS Diva is not in the way of his good time, however. And you should not stop in the way of his, either.

Here are the IBS Diva’s three simple tips for coping with irritable bowel syndrome.

1. You still fabulous, honey. They act like him. Change your mindset about this functional disorder. You are not a pariah. You are a tough, no-nonsense leader. I think.

2. No stress - just relax. Like IBS Diva, you need your beauty sleep. Be sure to get at least eight hours per night. Let your body heal and rejuvenate during the night. Then you can wake up and fabulous IBS Diva.

3. Keep searching. Even IBS Diva searches for solutions to the irritable bowel syndrome. Let’s face it. Having this disorder is not a walk in the park. But there are ways to cope and live happy, healthy life. Find them while you are on your journey to self acceptance. It can only help.

Honey, you have to look at irritable bowel syndrome as a challenge to be overcome, not as a death sentence. With a good spirit and a willingness to try new and effective changes in diet and medical solutions, you can live a healthy and happy life with IBS.