I'm trying to live med-free for just a few months while I see if this no-starch stuff is legit. Been up most of the night tonight because I can't bear the thought of that paralyzing pain when I have to roll out of bed.

Drinking a glass of wine now to try and ease the nerves.

I've been exercising every day...not helping.

I'm being stubborn on this natural, med-free thing because I'm convinced I've damaged my gut and I need to allow it to heal. But I'm about to throw in the towel. I know short term relief is just a pill away.

I guess the next step is to explore the biologics and which one I need to get started on. Just depressing to think about since I had read about a lot of people having success with this diet on here and just assumed this was my ticket outa this living hell.

Please help!