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★★★★★★★★★★
Works Brilliantly so far
I was sceptical but was willing to give a try as I have tried everything else (FODMAP, Iberogast, herbs etc) nothing helped. I’m currently on day two and my bloating is noticeably less, my pains are gone and my stomach is just very calm. In fact my…
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I was sceptical but was willing to give a try as I have tried everything else (FODMAP, Iberogast, herbs etc) nothing helped. I’m currently on day two and my bloating is noticeably less, my pains are gone and my stomach is just very calm. In fact my overall health feels calm. The cost may put some people off but to be honest to feel this good I would pay and have paid a lot more. Will see how I’m feeling at the end of 6 weeks. 😀
Lee.257Australia
★★★★★★★★★★
Great app and effective treatment!
Coming out of a bad bout with SIBO I had some lingering gut issues especially triggered by stress. Doing these sessions everyday over the course of 6 weeks SERIOUSLY improved symptoms. I would say I feel 99% better!! I can’t recommend this product…
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Coming out of a bad bout with SIBO I had some lingering gut issues especially triggered by stress. Doing these sessions everyday over the course of 6 weeks SERIOUSLY improved symptoms. I would say I feel 99% better!! I can’t recommend this product highly enough.
Goodbye Gut ProbzUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Great Relaxation
Nerva takes a bit of time to get into but once you have there are definite benefits to the methodologies employed. I feel much calmer after a session and plan to keep on with it as I continue to learn how to control the stress impacting my body.
NWProfUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Fast help for IBS-C and endometriosis symptoms
I noticed a significant reduction in IBS-C symptoms within the first two days. The deep relaxation sessions reminded my body how to let go and I started practicing the belly breathing much of the day. I listen to the recordings 2-3 times a day for…
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I noticed a significant reduction in IBS-C symptoms within the first two days. The deep relaxation sessions reminded my body how to let go and I started practicing the belly breathing much of the day. I listen to the recordings 2-3 times a day for maximum effect and now having 2 bowel movements a day where as before was struggling to have 1 every 3-4 days. Massive improvement 🙌🏼. And I’m only on day 4, excited to see how my baseline stress levels, breathing habits, and ability to relax my muscles continue to improve. I am managing endometriosis as well which is linked to this type of GI trouble (endo belly), candida, stress, and hormone imbalance. Thank you to the creators of this app, you’re doing great work to help us who have tried every diet, supplement, etc. We appreciate your help!!
bettyinazUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Incredible app that gives you hope!
It definitely helped with some IBS symptoms (I also recommend just increasing your daily fiber), but the meditations are some of the best I’ve found in general. I highly recommend!!
sonotimpressed1234United States
★★★★★★★★★★
Extremely well-done
I’m new to IBS but after some bad flares I started trying to attack it from all levels: Sleeping more, water only 1 hour before or after eating, plenty of water per day, low FODMAP diet, exercising more, CBD oil, adaptogens, probiotic, prebiotics,…
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I’m new to IBS but after some bad flares I started trying to attack it from all levels: Sleeping more, water only 1 hour before or after eating, plenty of water per day, low FODMAP diet, exercising more, CBD oil, adaptogens, probiotic, prebiotics, intermittent fasting, and this Nerva app. This app is very well done. I have some prior experience with hypnotherapy and know that I am open to the suggestions that come with hypnotherapy so thought I’d give it a shot. The guided sessions are very intentionally done and do so much more than just relax you. They’re really specifically curated to help you repair the gut-brain connection for IBS specifically. I’m so glad I found this app. I feel much better than before. If I could only do 1 thing out of that list it’d be NERVA. (And second would be the drinking more water and only at non-mealtimes…this also made a huge difference for me)
ShowtimeShowstopperUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Extremely well-done
I’m new to IBS but after some bad flares I started trying to attack it from all levels: Sleeping more, water only 1 hour before or after eating, plenty of water per day, low FODMAP diet, exercising more, CBD oil, adaptogens, probiotic, probiotics,…
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I’m new to IBS but after some bad flares I started trying to attack it from all levels: Sleeping more, water only 1 hour before or after eating, plenty of water per day, low FODMAP diet, exercising more, CBD oil, adaptogens, probiotic, probiotics, and this Nerva app. This app is very well done. I have some prior experience with hypnotherapy and know that I am open to the suggestions that come with hypnotherapy so thought I’d give it a shot. The guided sessions are very intentionally done and do so much more than just relax you. They’re really specifically curated to help you repair the gut-brain connection for IBS specifically. I’m so glad I found this app. I feel much better than before. If I could only do 1 thing out of that list it’d be NERVA. (And second would be the drinking more water and only at non-mealtimes…this also made a huge difference for me)
ShowtimeShowstopperUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Soothing and Helpful
I was very happy to find a hypnosis program online to assist me with IBS. I had been plagued with abdominal and back pain, and bloating for weeks. The hypnosis sessions allowed me to have hope that the pain would go away. The breathing techniques…
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I was very happy to find a hypnosis program online to assist me with IBS. I had been plagued with abdominal and back pain, and bloating for weeks. The hypnosis sessions allowed me to have hope that the pain would go away. The breathing techniques gave immediate relief from the pain. After four months of IBS I was finally cleared, within a few weeks of completing the six weeks of sessions. I did start taking medication during the last few weeks of sessions, but I firmly believe that the hypnosis and breathing techniques are what helped me to hang on until this flare up ended.
Boomer Rang PieUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Diarrhea stopped the next morning.
I have had IBS over 25 years. The diarrhea stopped the morning after I completed the first session. I am on day 3 and am still free of diarrhea!!! Thank you for such a wonderful program. Mimi9306
Mimi 9306United States
★★★★★★★★★★
Worth every penny :)
Had pretty serious SIBO issues
Dropped lots of weight and couldn’t eat anything fun… massive improvement in under two weeks and lasted for 15 months. Back on the app now as some symptoms reappeared, confident it will be back under control soon.…
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Had pretty serious SIBO issues
Dropped lots of weight and couldn’t eat anything fun… massive improvement in under two weeks and lasted for 15 months. Back on the app now as some symptoms reappeared, confident it will be back under control soon. Genius app. Worth every penny.
N0N1CKN@ME5LEFTAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
It works!!
This app is awesome! It’s educational, which is great. There are good readings every day.
But the hypnosis is the key, and it really worked for me. After struggling for months I saw improvement within a few days and now, 5 weeks in, it’s been a BIG…
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This app is awesome! It’s educational, which is great. There are good readings every day.
But the hypnosis is the key, and it really worked for me. After struggling for months I saw improvement within a few days and now, 5 weeks in, it’s been a BIG change.
Highly, highly recommended.
CR MeyerUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Diarrhea stopped the next morning.
I have had IBS over 25 years. The diarrhea stopped the morning after I completed the first session. I am on day 3 and am still free of diarrhea!!! Thank you for such a wonderful program. Mimi9306
Mimi 9306United States
★★★★★★★★★★
Nerva has changed my life!
I am on the last day of my 6 weeks of sessions and so far it has been life changing. There has been a massive reduction in all my symptoms and I have been able to reintroduce foods I thought I’d never eat again. I have almost no pain, and my focus…
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I am on the last day of my 6 weeks of sessions and so far it has been life changing. There has been a massive reduction in all my symptoms and I have been able to reintroduce foods I thought I’d never eat again. I have almost no pain, and my focus has been moved entirely away from my digestion, so when I do have things going on I can just chalk it up to a normal reaction and get on with my day stress free. My clothes are fitting normally and I can sleep through the night without waking up in agony or going to the bathroom. I am and will continue to recommend this app to anyone who has IBS. It’s put the control back into my hands and it’s made me happier. Thank you so much Nerva team.
There are 2 things I can add for improvements - I would like the breathing exercise to come with sound so that it’s not necessary to look at the screen and maybe in the future an option to replace one of the guided visualisations if you feel that one doesn’t serve you.
Honestly if you’re thinking about getting the app don’t think about it anymore just do it! The changes that have happened in my body are priceless.
Thank you team Nerva! My next step is to repeat the programme whilst introducing the roots of doom. Watch out garlic and onions I’m coming for you!
Yasmin ZoeUnited Kingdom
★★★★★★★★★★
I love it
I am writing this review after about two weeks of using this program. The sessions are so calming that I would use them even if I didn’t have such significant digestive issues. I struggle to do them every day (due to unexpected life distractions) and…
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I am writing this review after about two weeks of using this program. The sessions are so calming that I would use them even if I didn’t have such significant digestive issues. I struggle to do them every day (due to unexpected life distractions) and wish breaks were incorporated into the program (maybe they are later?), but I am SO impressed with the quality of the recordings (special thanks to the incredible narrator!!!!). This program improves my day when I use it, at least mentally. I also appreciated the personal answer I received via email about an initial question. Thank you, Nerva!!
HollyFunUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Calmed gut
After 4 weeks of doing Nerva every day, my gut symptoms have settled down and I’m learning to calm my gut on my own. This is a great, really useful program. It’s not easy to carve out the time to do this program but the relaxation you get from it is…
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After 4 weeks of doing Nerva every day, my gut symptoms have settled down and I’m learning to calm my gut on my own. This is a great, really useful program. It’s not easy to carve out the time to do this program but the relaxation you get from it is motivation to continue. I recommend it to anyone who is serious about changing the way you have managed your IBS symptoms and anyone who is serious about feeling better.
CalmCarieUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Great option for IBS sufferers to try
I’ve really enjoyed my experience using Nerva. I’ve learnt a lot of good and useful techniques to help with my symptoms and I do feel like the sessions have been helping. I would recommend for any IBS sufferer to try it. Only thing I don’t like is…
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I’ve really enjoyed my experience using Nerva. I’ve learnt a lot of good and useful techniques to help with my symptoms and I do feel like the sessions have been helping. I would recommend for any IBS sufferer to try it. Only thing I don’t like is that it’s advertised for 15min a day but it’s actually at least 20min
TinkH92Australia
★★★★★★★★★★
Love the hypnotherapy
I especially like the hypnotherapy sessions-I have always had what I call a “nervous stomach”. Each day after the session I keep little bits with me and have used them; I keep my magic bottle of medicine (from day 1) and have used it a couple times,…
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I especially like the hypnotherapy sessions-I have always had what I call a “nervous stomach”. Each day after the session I keep little bits with me and have used them; I keep my magic bottle of medicine (from day 1) and have used it a couple times, I also like to imagine my system as a smoothly flowing river (day3?). ..etc.
The readings are chock full of helpful info too. All this and I am just beginning!
MaryfromTXUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Beneficial program worth giving a go!
This program has benefitted me in many ways! I’m a person who suffers from extreme anxiety when I’m not near a bathroom. I have been dealing with IBS for 8 years and this program has been highly beneficial for me. The metaphors and analogies of uses…
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This program has benefitted me in many ways! I’m a person who suffers from extreme anxiety when I’m not near a bathroom. I have been dealing with IBS for 8 years and this program has been highly beneficial for me. The metaphors and analogies of uses helps rewire the gut and the brain connection. I hope it helps you as much as it helped me :)
IttyBittyKindaPrettyAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
Great tool
These meditations are very well done. They’re wonderfully relaxing but have unique, intense too al, well-thought-out imagery for people suffering from stomach/bowel symptoms. I’m looking forward to the next weeks and feel very glad I tried the app…
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These meditations are very well done. They’re wonderfully relaxing but have unique, intense too al, well-thought-out imagery for people suffering from stomach/bowel symptoms. I’m looking forward to the next weeks and feel very glad I tried the app despite the price. Very well done.
ShowtimeShowstopperUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Years of gut issues are better with Nerva
I finally learned after many years that I have food sensitivities and GI issues that interfered with the quality of my life. I powered through without knowing what was wrong. After a lot of research I discovered foods I enjoy that don’t cause issues.…
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I finally learned after many years that I have food sensitivities and GI issues that interfered with the quality of my life. I powered through without knowing what was wrong. After a lot of research I discovered foods I enjoy that don’t cause issues. I also was so fortunate to discover Nerva. I was desperate so I tried the initial introduction and now I’m a believer and into the Maintenance phase. The hypnotherapy sessions truly work for me. Rather amazing! I still need the sessions for occasional flare ups when I eat foods that don’t agree with my digestive system or when I’m suffering from stress and anxiety. The sessions relax and calm my mind while soothing my digestive system discomfort. I think it’s important for me to continue the Nerva sessions for awhile yet as I also work on my anxiety issues. Thanks so much for offering this much needed application. It’s changing my life for the better.
JamieGeeGooUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Couldn’t be happier!
I’m in week 5 of the program and I’m feeling better already. I love the guided meditation feel of the sessions, that I finish feeling relaxed and confident in my progress. I also really love the readings. I wasn’t sure that I’d learn much, but I’ve…
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I’m in week 5 of the program and I’m feeling better already. I love the guided meditation feel of the sessions, that I finish feeling relaxed and confident in my progress. I also really love the readings. I wasn’t sure that I’d learn much, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the information presented. I will definitely be recommending this to friends and family.
KiminAustraliaAustralia
★★★★★★★★★★
Really good visualizations
I’m actually using this app to help me with some other issues (eczema flare ups) and I’m finding a difference in the severity of my symptoms after using this app for a month. I LOVE the speakers voice, helps me get into a meditative state quickly.…
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I’m actually using this app to help me with some other issues (eczema flare ups) and I’m finding a difference in the severity of my symptoms after using this app for a month. I LOVE the speakers voice, helps me get into a meditative state quickly. The actual meditations(as I like to call them) are easy to visualize and also fun. I like the fact that I can repeat certain sessions and I honestly pick depending on my mood and/or symptoms at the moment. I hope they come out with other versions to help with other issues as well.
irosyposyCanada
★★★★★★★★★★
Years of gut issues are better with Nerva
I finally learned after many years that I have food sensitivities and GI issues that interfered with the quality of my life. I powered through without knowing what was wrong.
After a lot of research I discovered foods I enjoy that don’t cause…
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I finally learned after many years that I have food sensitivities and GI issues that interfered with the quality of my life. I powered through without knowing what was wrong.
After a lot of research I discovered foods I enjoy that don’t cause issues. I also was so fortunate to discover Nerva. I was desperate so I tried the initial introduction and know I’m a believer and into the Maintenance phase. The hypnotherapy sessions truly work for me. Rather amazing!
I still need the sessions for occasional flare ups when I eat foods that don’t agree with my digestive system or when I’m suffering from stress and anxiety. The sessions relax and calm my mind while soothing my digestive system discomfort. I think it’s important for me to continue the Nerva sessions for awhile yet as I also work on my anxiety issues.
Thanks so much for offering this much needed application. It’s changing my life for the better.
JamieGeeGooUnited States
★★★★★★★★★★
Love it
On week four, loving it so far. Yes the sessions repeat, but each session you pick up on something different and the visualizations become easier and more elaborate. I like that they repeat and find it helpful rather than being something new each…
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On week four, loving it so far. Yes the sessions repeat, but each session you pick up on something different and the visualizations become easier and more elaborate. I like that they repeat and find it helpful rather than being something new each time.
I have noticed a significant difference in symptoms. Some weeks I only get 4-5 sessions in, but it’s still time you are allowing for relaxation and to calm the nervous system. Working a trillion times more than the fodmap diet.
Speakers voice is lovely.
Definitely worth the money!!
Love from Canada :)
JessicandayCanada
★★★★★★★★★★
I look forward to my daily sessions!
I have been using Nerva for about 9 weeks and it has made a big difference for me. I am 47, and have been living with IBS since I was a teen. I have tried so many things to help my symptoms with mixed results. This year has been exceptionally…
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I have been using Nerva for about 9 weeks and it has made a big difference for me. I am 47, and have been living with IBS since I was a teen. I have tried so many things to help my symptoms with mixed results. This year has been exceptionally challenging and I experienced a huge flare up of IBS and GERD. I decided to give Nerva a try. I committed to listening to a session every morning when I woke up, before I started my day. This soon became something that I looked forward to every morning! The narrator’s voice is so soothing and the imagery is so peaceful. What I really love are the positive, reassuring messages. When you are going through a rough spell, or having a bad day, listening to a session is very helpful in reducing symptoms. I am now in the maintenance phase of the program and am enjoying the newly added content. If you are living with IBS, give Nerva a try! It really helps!
catbellrvaUnited States
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Can I use Nerva alongside a low FODMAP diet?
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