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4.6out of 5
★★★★★★★★★★
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★★★★★★★★★★
Excellent results.
I signed up for the app after trying the 7 day free trial. I was diagnosed with IBS a few months ago and have been trying and failing to deal with it through finding triggers, changing my diet and taking peppermint oil. Considering my days seemed to…
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I signed up for the app after trying the 7 day free trial. I was diagnosed with IBS a few months ago and have been trying and failing to deal with it through finding triggers, changing my diet and taking peppermint oil. Considering my days seemed to completely revolve around these strategies, my success has been very limited and feeling generally poorly all day.
I am now nearly at the end of the 6 week programme and am feeling much better. My gut is calm and I feel able to wear my normal clothes - up to recently, I've been careful to wear very lose things that don't restrict my abdomen as anything round my waist and abdomen would cause pain and discomfort. I have the odd day when I feel below par but am generally much better all round. I will be moving to the next phase in the app where I think it's about dealing with flare-ups and ongoing support. I am very pleased with the results.
sandiraaUnited Kingdom
★★★★★★★★★★
Life-changing
This app has changed my life. After the program I didn’t have to worry about IBS for a whole year. Doing another 6 weeks now :)
Pats RAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
Life changing!
I began this 6 week program mid April and mid Oct, I am still accessing the readings, and continuing to listen to the hypnotherapy sessions as regularly and as frequently as I can make time in my days. It’s been truly empowering to heal and see the…
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I began this 6 week program mid April and mid Oct, I am still accessing the readings, and continuing to listen to the hypnotherapy sessions as regularly and as frequently as I can make time in my days. It’s been truly empowering to heal and see the progress of my growth and know that I will continue to get better and better every day, week and month.
Nusrat MirCanada
★★★★★★★★★★
Helpful tool
I have tried a lot of things in my journey to improve my health and I found this program really useful. I think in particular helping to deal with the anxiety around chronic illness that then makes the illness worse. Very meditative and easy to…
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I have tried a lot of things in my journey to improve my health and I found this program really useful. I think in particular helping to deal with the anxiety around chronic illness that then makes the illness worse. Very meditative and easy to complete as part of my daily schedule
Devaststing DaveNew Zealand
★★★★★★★★★★
Surprisingly effective
Nerva was recommended to me by a nutritionist because I have IBS-mixed and I was admittedly very skeptical. I consistently read the daily articles, did the gut-directed hypnotherapy sessions and occasionally did the breathing exercises. I have seen a…
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Nerva was recommended to me by a nutritionist because I have IBS-mixed and I was admittedly very skeptical. I consistently read the daily articles, did the gut-directed hypnotherapy sessions and occasionally did the breathing exercises. I have seen a significant decrease in my overall anxiety level which has led to a calmer gut and less IBS flare-ups. It’s been so effective that I’m continuing to do daily hypnotherapy sessions after completing the 6-week program because I really look forward to them and they keep my anxiety at bay, leading to less IBS symptoms.
Martha MalloyCanada
★★★★★★★★★★
Shocked
Im only 9 days in but I would say I’ve had about an 80% improvement in my symptoms. I started a new pack of buscopan forte on the day and I started and I’ve only 4 of them. I was using 2-3 every day). I’m interested to see results after the 6 weeks.
jess chantelleAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
Good experience
I did the week trial since it was $12 and I really feel like it helped me a lot already in just 7 days. I didnt know how to feel about hypnotherapy especially with my gut since I suffer with severe anxiety because of my stomach issues but after using…
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I did the week trial since it was $12 and I really feel like it helped me a lot already in just 7 days. I didnt know how to feel about hypnotherapy especially with my gut since I suffer with severe anxiety because of my stomach issues but after using this app I’ve felt a difference in my mind feeling more at ease. I wish it wasn’t so expensive because I’d love to keep going but $200 is a lot and just can’t spend that on an app right now but maybe in the future… would recommend to anyone who hasn’t tried hypnotherapy and has gut issues like IBS!
Hannahh__United States
★★★★★★★★★★
Amazing
This program is truly incredible. I have struggled with ibs for over 10 years and I have never felt like I could have my symptoms under control. I have been doing the program for 4 weeks now, and I am confident that if I eat something that I know…
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This program is truly incredible. I have struggled with ibs for over 10 years and I have never felt like I could have my symptoms under control. I have been doing the program for 4 weeks now, and I am confident that if I eat something that I know will hurt my stomach, I can do a meditation and I know that the pain will go away after. I am starting to eat foods that I have been avoiding for a while.
Andy13650Canada
★★★★★★★★★★
Calm
After a week I am feeling generally calmer. I haven’t had any incidents wit my bowels. Previously I was having daily problems. I am delighted.
GreadahAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
The Loops
I’ve been using Nerva for 5 weeks now and have enjoyed the progression of information about the gut brain connection, hypnosis sessions, and breathing exercises. I feel more relaxed and less reactive in general, and my symptoms and motility have…
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I’ve been using Nerva for 5 weeks now and have enjoyed the progression of information about the gut brain connection, hypnosis sessions, and breathing exercises. I feel more relaxed and less reactive in general, and my symptoms and motility have improved. Getting up earlier and attending to my wellbeing first thing in the morning has become a solid routine and a good foundation for each day.
Dr CFGUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Calm
Nerva Has helped me feel calmer and improved my sense of well being. The breath work has decreased pain, cramping and bloating. The explanations of hypersensitivity are helpful in putting IBS into perspective. This understanding reduces fear and…
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Nerva Has helped me feel calmer and improved my sense of well being. The breath work has decreased pain, cramping and bloating. The explanations of hypersensitivity are helpful in putting IBS into perspective. This understanding reduces fear and anxiety in regard to what is happening in my gut. Thanks to those people involved in providing and creating Nerva.
Little dog ladyUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Outstanding programme
This is an outstanding programme of connection or reconnection, awareness and healing. It’s accessible and effective. Thoroughly enjoyable and easy to be consistent as the length of each session is easily adapted into the day. The coaching tips are…
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This is an outstanding programme of connection or reconnection, awareness and healing. It’s accessible and effective. Thoroughly enjoyable and easy to be consistent as the length of each session is easily adapted into the day. The coaching tips are super helpful to educate the user. I highly recommend it!
Bevelee JayUnited Kingdom
★★★★★★★★★★
This app rocks!
Amazing app. Worth every penny. I had the best nights sleep listening before bed and I’ve been struggling for years. Helped me understand the Brain gut interaction.
pet communicatorUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Very pleasantly surprised
I believe in hypnotherapy and it helped me to stop smoking 30 years ago, but I wanted it to work on my IBS so much that I had doubts, I am amazed that it is helping me. My cramps are almost entirely gone and I have not taken any OTC medication since…
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I believe in hypnotherapy and it helped me to stop smoking 30 years ago, but I wanted it to work on my IBS so much that I had doubts, I am amazed that it is helping me. My cramps are almost entirely gone and I have not taken any OTC medication since week 3. I am committed to my hypnotherapy and readings and so grateful to have found this therapy after over 40 years of suffering.
mreynertUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Surprisingly effective!
I was a bit skeptical about the program at first, but it was recommended to me by my dietician so I was hopeful it would help with my symptom management. I’ve completed the first 6 weeks and did daily sessions the entire time. It felt a bit annoying…
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I was a bit skeptical about the program at first, but it was recommended to me by my dietician so I was hopeful it would help with my symptom management. I’ve completed the first 6 weeks and did daily sessions the entire time. It felt a bit annoying at times, but I stuck with it and was consistent, and that paid off. My symptoms reduced by about 65-70%, which I’m extremely pleased by. Mentally, I feel a lot more in control and less stressed and anxious about eating, going out and about, and spending time with others when food is involved. A side effect to this that has been really cool is that my general anxiety has gone down as I’ve been able to apply the learnings I’ve gained to other areas of my life. I feel a lot more resilient and confident that I can bounce back from whatever is causing me stress. As far as I’m concerned, the only negative is that I didn’t try this sooner. This app is a life changer and I highly recommend it!
HimillsyCanada
★★★★★★★★★★
So Helpful
I love these sessions. Doing maintenance is helping with my continued progress with my IBS, as well as, improving my sleep. I pop on to one of the sessions whenever I feel the stress of the day getting to my mind and gut. So happy I signed up for…
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I love these sessions. Doing maintenance is helping with my continued progress with my IBS, as well as, improving my sleep. I pop on to one of the sessions whenever I feel the stress of the day getting to my mind and gut. So happy I signed up for this app. So worth the cost.
ErlionieUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
It really works
I am a physician and I checked this app out after struggling with IBS my whole life. I used it religiously for several months and was shocked at how my symptoms mostly disappeared. It’s one year later and they haven’t come back! I am so impressed…
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I am a physician and I checked this app out after struggling with IBS my whole life. I used it religiously for several months and was shocked at how my symptoms mostly disappeared. It’s one year later and they haven’t come back! I am so impressed with the power of the mind and this technique allowed my mind and gut to reset their relationship.
MaxFudgeGutzUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
It really can help.
I have used this for 6 weeks although I didn’t use every day. Can recommend from my personal experience. There has been significant improvements. It has really worked surprisingly well. It’s a relief!
Den6*Australia
★★★★★★★★★★
Surprised it had any effect
In the first week I had unexplainable changes. I preferred some techniques over others but the visuals were always interesting. I just wished I could do it more often. Could not easily find 15 uninterrupted minutes.
Fred3964Australia
★★★★★★★★★★
Nerva
This relaxation therapy is the help we all need when our brains are putting our intestines is a flurry. It is so calming from the very start and the breathing exercises are so very relaxing you can do them in line in the car or at the dinner table -…
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This relaxation therapy is the help we all need when our brains are putting our intestines is a flurry. It is so calming from the very start and the breathing exercises are so very relaxing you can do them in line in the car or at the dinner table - feeling is amazing restful.
patijUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Incredible
I am a diagnosed coeliac with IBS and follow a strict gluten free diet. When my IBS symptoms flare up, I focus on lowering my intact of foods high in FODMAPS. It really limits my food options, which is also not great for my overall health or…
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I am a diagnosed coeliac with IBS and follow a strict gluten free diet. When my IBS symptoms flare up, I focus on lowering my intact of foods high in FODMAPS. It really limits my food options, which is also not great for my overall health or enjoyment of food.
This app and method is life-changing! I do guided meditations every day and was skeptical that this was much different. It’s a completely approach that uses mental and physical relaxation techniques, along with the knowledge of how it works to improve symptoms.
After only four hypnotherapy sessions, the difference in my level of bowel irritation is incredible.
Marketing-chicAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
Worth It
I was struggling with IBS symptoms and this program showed up on my Instagram! I took a chance bc I was willing to do everything and anything to feel better! It has definitely helped me with some symptoms and I can better control any urge or feelings…
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I was struggling with IBS symptoms and this program showed up on my Instagram! I took a chance bc I was willing to do everything and anything to feel better! It has definitely helped me with some symptoms and I can better control any urge or feelings i may have gotten that were more intense! For that I am so grateful! I may add that I am also doing a lot of things like eating, exercising, keeping busy so it’s hard to say what’s actually helping but this was just an additional tool that I would say that made a difference and has helped me overall! Thank you again!
BeeV13United States
★★★★★★★★★★
Great app
I’ve been using Nerva for just over two weeks and it has done wonders for me. Gut health is improving and I’m more relaxed. I would recommend this app to anyone who has anxiety and is a worrier.
Cootie BlueUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Nerva- it really works!
I cannot believe the changes that have occurred since commensing this program. In conjunction with my dietitian, I now have a new normal- and it is so very exciting! I will continue to use Nerva . Thank you. I highly recommend it.
SallyAnne17Australia
★★★★★★★★★★
It works!
I’ve had IBS-D for decades. After a bout of COVID, it became so much worse. In desperation, I downloaded Nerva and gave it a try. After 5 weeks of daily sessions, I did not see any change. Then, at 5.5 weeks, I noticed that things were starting to…
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I’ve had IBS-D for decades. After a bout of COVID, it became so much worse. In desperation, I downloaded Nerva and gave it a try. After 5 weeks of daily sessions, I did not see any change. Then, at 5.5 weeks, I noticed that things were starting to improve! Suddenly, I had hope. I kept up the daily sessions for another week or two and then transitioned to a few times per week. I’m now 3 months in and I continue to do 2 sessions per week. I no longer have daily diarrhea. Sometimes I don’t have any diarrhea for a week. And when I do, it’s very short-lived.
If you try it and don’t see any improvement right away, keep at it!
thrlkldsUnited States
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Nerva focuses on the gut–brain connection, while a low FODMAP diet focuses on dietary triggers. They are different approaches. Read more about low FODMAP and Nerva, and discuss dietary changes with your dietitian or clinician.
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