Hiya Curious. A little over a year ago I met my macrobiotic counselor (Lino Stanchich) thru my holistic intern and learned soooo much but didn't commit myself completely. My IBS got MUCH worse and I met with him again in January. It was to the point that I was not really leaving the house except to work, was very depressed and hopeless. I am telling you, the day after my appointment and doing EXACTLY what he told me to do I feel 98% better. I've had enough kuzu soup to last a lifetime! To me this is a miracle and an answer to prayers because I have been to doctor after doctor and nobody had ever mentioned changing my diet and now not only have I found relief from IBS but am already reaping all of the other benefits as well. I'd already been a vegetarian for a few years before this and was eating what I thought was pretty darn healthy but little did I know....I just thank God and macrobiotics every single day. xxoo